Sibling Class
(not currently offered)
This class is intended to prepare children for the arrival of a new brother or sister. How babies are fed, diapered and cared for are some of the topics that are covered. Children are shown a brief movie and given a tour of the maternity unit so they can see where mom and the new baby will be once it is born. The class even comes complete with coloring book, crayons and cookies.
Mother & Baby Class
Teaches new mothers what to expect during the first three months after your baby is born. Includes information on the post partum period as well as newborn care.
- Call the LaChance Maternity Center at 978-630-6216 for class details.
- Cost is $20.00 if delivering at Heywood Hospital, $30.00 if delivering elsewhere.
Prenatal Breastfeeding Class
This class will provide you with the information and techniques to ensure a successful and rewarding breastfeeding experience. Topics include health benefits of breastfeeding for you and your baby, positioning, how to know if your baby is getting enough milk, expression and storage of milk, and how to continue breastfeeding if you plan to return to work.
- Cost is $20.00 if delivering at Heywood Hospital, $30.00 if delivering elsewhere.
- Call the LaChance Maternity Center at 978-630-6216 for class details.
Heartsaver CPR/AED – Saturday Class
Before your baby arrives, include our Heartsaver CPR/AED class in your safety planning. Recommended for parents, grandparents, and anyone caring for an infant or toddler. This course is a video-based, instructor-led course that teaches adult and child CPR and AED use, infant CPR, and how to relieve choking in adults, children, and infants.
- Dates to be announced at registration.
- Cost is $50.00 per person.
- Call the LaChance Maternity Center at 978-630-6216 for class details.
Note: Class schedule subject to change. If inclement weather, class will be cancelled 3 hours before scheduled start time. Please call ahead.
Resource link to Early Intervention Services: About Massachusetts Early Intervention (EI)