Alta Bates Summit Prenatal Education and Support

Have questions about breastfeeding, childbirth or caring for a newborn? At Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, experts lead classes and support groups to provide all the answers you need.

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Pregnancy and Childbirth Education

During pregnancy, you may feel like you have a thousand questions, ranging from what to eat to how to plan for childbirth. At Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, we offer classes, support groups and lecture series to answer all the questions you may have. Our classes are designed to increase your knowledge and confidence as you prepare for the birth of your baby and life beyond.

Classes to Take Before Your Baby Arrives

Breastfeeding
Childbirth Preparation
VBAC, Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (also called TOLAC, Trial of Labor After Cesarean)
Baby Care
Grandparenting
Sibling Prep Classes
Childbirth Refresher Classes
Birth Center Tours

Classes, Services and Groups for After Your Baby's Birth

New Moms Support Groups
Breastfeeding Support Groups
Outpatient Lactation Consultation (Berkeley or Lafayette locations)
Breast Pump Rental
Palliative Care and Bereavement Support Groups

Tools and Resources

We also offer a full range of tools and articles covering every aspect of your pregnancy. Visit Babies at Sutter Health.

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Maternal and Infant Health Research

Maternal and infant health research seeks to improve the process of reproduction by examining ways to improve the rates of a full-term pregnancy without unnecessary interventions, the delivery of a healthy baby, and a healthy postpartum period in a positive environment that supports the physical and emotional needs of the mother, baby and family.

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