Classes and resources

Hospital birth tour

Whether this is your first baby or not, you may have questions about what will happen when you come to Labor and Delivery. To help you prepare for that big day there are tours for each of the hospitals listed below.

• Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center — Watch a video tour of our labor and delivery unit and get general information such as where to park, what to bring with you, what to expect during labor and much more.
• Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center — Watch a video tour of our labor and delivery unit and get general information such as where to park, what to bring with you, what to expect during labor and much more.
• Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center — For information on tours and how to register, email HavingABaby@lhs.org.
• Salem Health Hospital — Watch a video tour of the Family Birth Center anytime during your pregnancy. No fee. 
  

Healthy pregnancy

Are you concerned about weight gain during pregnancy? Join our Healthy Pregnancy Program. Participants will receive guidance for healthy meal planning, exercise during pregnancy, tools to track weight, and goal setting to avoid too much weight gain. You'll also have the opportunity to check in weekly with a registered dietitian.

Weekly phone sessions for Kaiser Permanente members who are pregnant. 

No fee.

To register, please call 503-286-6816 or 1-866-301-3866 and select option 1.

Breastfeeding support 

Do you have questions about breastfeeding your baby? Get help at our weekly support group for Kaiser Permanente members.

Come and meet other parents, weigh your baby, get a quick check of how your baby is latching, and discuss other topics related to care of your newborn. The group is led by a lactation consultant and is ideal for mothers looking for support but not necessarily needing a one-on-one consultation.

For more information about locations, days, and times, please call 1-855-206-0302.

1-month group pediatric visit

If you’re a first-time parent, new questions come up every day about caring for your baby. Join other new parents for a 2-hour group visit led by a Kaiser Permanente newborn clinician, a pediatric advice nurse, and a lactation consultant.

During your hospital stay, we will call you to help schedule this and other follow-up visits. If you would like to sign up before that, or if you have questions, please call 1-855-206-0302.

My body after baby

Information and exercises are provided for postpartum members to learn how to return to normal physical activity. Class topics include returning to normal bowel and bladder function, managing postpartum back and pelvic pain, caring for the pelvic floor muscles, and improving posture and body mechanics with child care. This class is offered virtually, through a video visit.

1 session, 1.5 hours. For Kaiser Permanente members.

To register, please call 1-844-394-3972. You also can register online by scheduling an appointment on kp.org. Under “Select a reason for the appointment,” choose Physical Therapy Classes, then choose the class you want to schedule.

Resources

Early pregnancy bleeding or pain

Pregnancy can be a time of excitement, but also uncertainty — especially if you experience something unexpected. Many women have some discomfort or bleeding in early pregnancy, which can be normal. If you experience any bleeding during your pregnancy, contact your health care team. You have a team of caregivers here to support you every step of the way.

Learn more about early bleeding or pain (PDF)

Estimating costs

Get personalized cost estimates at www.kp.org/costestimates. Before you come in for care, use this tool to find out what you can expect to pay out of pocket for common exams, tests, and services.

Vasectomy informed consent 

For vasectomy information and an appointment, please call 503-571-1245.

Health coach

You can get support and motivation in a brief chat with a health coach. Discuss your health goals, the process of change, and your options for next steps. Learn more

Tobacco cessation 

Thinking about quitting tobacco use? Develop a personal strategy for quitting, and explore the behavior changes that will help you overcome cravings and resist temptations. Learn more

Prenatal appointments

Please call 1-855-285-4246 for all your appointing and general information needs.

24/7 advice line 

For questions or concerns about your pregnancy, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, please call:

• 1-855-285-4246, if you are less than 20 weeks pregnant or postpartum 
• 503-571-2229 (that’s 571-BABY), if you are 20 (or more) weeks pregnant

How to register for an educational program

A list of classes is available at healthengagement.kaiserpermanente.org/class-schedule/

Unless otherwise noted, register by calling our Health Engagement and Wellness Services team at 1-866-301-3866 (toll free), option 1.