Class Offerings

Birth & Women's Health Center
a Clinic of El Rio
2595 N. Wyatt Dr.
Tucson, AZ 85712
Phone: 520-795-9912
Fax: 520-795-9934

Pregnancy and Parenting Education Program

The Birth & Women's Health Center cares about you and your family. We want to help you plan and prepare for one of life's most wondrous and memorable events. Birthing and parenting may seem overwhelming at times but we are here to help ease the transition. Educating yourself and your family about this unique year will give you skills and confidence. Husbands, partners, or support persons are welcome (one per patient).

Childbirth Choices: In this 2 hour forum one of our CNMs discusses our philosophy of care, and pregnancy and birth options that are available today. Included is a tour of our birth center. This class is Free. Session is one evening only.

Group Prenatal Care: replaces individual one-on-one prenatal visits with a series of group meetings with women at approximately the same gestation. In addition to the same confidential testing and screening women would receive in individual prenatal care, Group Prenatal Care participants receive education, resource referral, and group support. Using this cutting-edge model, prenatal care is provided to women and their partners in groups of about ten who meet regularly for both professional and peer support throughout pregnancy and early parenthood.

Childbirth Education Series: The emphasis of this 10 hour course is on the labor and birth experience.   You'll develop pain management skills, discuss childbirth options, and be introduced to relaxation techniques.   Partners and/or support persons are encouraged to explore what their roles will be during the labor & birth.   Included is a tour of TMC Labor & Delivery and our Birth Center. This series includes the Breastfeeding Basics class. 5 week series (2 hr. each class).

Childbirth Refresher Class: A one time class for those who have already had a baby or those taking childbirth classes outside our Birth Center.   A time to focus on the end of pregnancy, discuss birthing options, develop pain management techniques, and plan possible changes for a more satisfying birth experience. Last 3o minutes of class focuses on short stay and homecoming information for those delivering at the Birth Center.

Mom & Baby Group: Moms and others gather to share their feelings and experiences of motherhood and obtain current information on newborn care. Led by a post-partum doula trained in infant care and breastfeeding. Discussion topics change weekly, guest speakers visit often. This informal group meets in the Birth Center family room. Bring your baby! No registration required; please drop by. Healthy snack provided. Fathers welcome.

• Registration is required for all classes (unless noted). Classes fill up quickly, so please register early.



Childbirth Choices   1 evening for 2 hours
Offered alternate Mondays 6:30-8:30 PM
2010 :
April 5
April 19
May 3
May 17
June 14
June 28
July 12
July 26
August 9
August 23
September 20
October 4
October 18
November 1
November 15
December 13
December 27

Childbirth Education     Five Week Series
Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 PM

Jan. 19 – Feb. 16, 2010
Mar. 2 – Mar. 30, 2010
Apr. 13 – May 11, 2010
May 25 – June 22, 2010
July 6 - Aug 3, 2010
Aug 17 – Sept 14, 2010
Sept. 28 – Oct. 26, 2010
Nov. 9 – Dec. 7, 2010
Dec. 21 – Jan 18, 2011

Mom & Baby Group
Tuesdays and Saturdays 12:30-2:30pm

Group Prenatal Care -
"Centering Pregnancy"
  Classes are held every 4 weeks for the first 4 sessions and then every 2 weeks for 6 sessions. Total of 10 classes + 1 Reunion

Group Number – EDC Month

Group 72 – Mar ’10, Wed 4PM         7-Oct

Group 73 – Apr ’10, Wed 6:30P         4-Nov

Group 74 – May ’10, Mon 6:30P        7- Dec

Group 75 – June ’10, Wed 4PM         6-Jan

Group 76 – July ’10, Wed 6:30P        3-Feb

Group 77 – Aug ’10, Thu 6:30P          4-Mar

Group 78 – Sep ’10, Thu 6:30P          8-Apr



Group 79 – Oct ’10, Wed 4PM          5-May



Group 80 - Nov ’10, Wed 6:30P       2-Jun

Group 81 – Dec ’10, Mon 6:30P         5-Jul



Childbirth Refresher
Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 PM

Jan. 12, 2010
Feb. 23
April 6
May 18
June 29
Aug. 10
Sept. 21
Nov. 2
Dec. 14

*Please call to register and
confirm dates and times