A Great Start

The Gibson Area Hospital Obstetrics Department offers a wide range of family education programs that are offered to help you and your family prepare for your baby’s arrival, including:

Childbirth Education Class

This interactive class will assist expectant mothers and their coaches to prepare for the birth of their child. Topics covered, but not limited to include, what to expect during your hospital stay, caring for your new baby, care of the mother before, during and after delivery, the need for increased communication between mother and coach, explaining the different pain control options, and nutrition options for your infant . You will also go on a tour of the OB department so you become familiar with the surroundings before you come to deliver. The class is offered every other month beginning in January and meets on Wednesday nights for four evenings. The hours are from 7pm-9pm at the Gibson Area Hospital. There is no fee for mothers who will be delivering at G.A.H. The cost for mothers not delivering at G.A.H is $50.00. The class in instructed by a Certified Childbirth Educator.

Upcoming Schedule for childbirth classes

Sept	1,8,15,22, 2010
Nov	3,10,17,24, 2010
Jan	5,12,19,26, 2011
March	2,9,16,23, 2011
May	4,11,18,25, 2011
July	6,13,20,27, 2011
Sept	7,14,21,28 2011
Nov	2,9,16,23, 2011

Safe Sitter Classes

Safe Sitter® teaches adolescent babysitters how to handle crises, how to keep their charges secure, and how to nurture and guide a young child. In short, Safe Sitter® babysitters help children stay safe and sound while their parents are away. In the process, these 11-to 13-year-olds emerge as more confident, responsible and compassionate teens and adults. Their instructors thrive on making a difference in the lives of these adolescents and the children in their care. And their sponsoring Safe Sitter® site enjoys the benefits of developing a positive relationship with its community's youth and families. For more information contact Lola Waterson or Karen Stevenson - 217.784.2510