Inova offers a wide array of childbirth and parenting education classes for every schedule and budget. We encourage you to schedule early and complete classes by your 32nd week of pregnancy.
Virtual Childbirth Preparation is a 4-session course that provides you and a support person with essential information and support as you prepare for birth. Carried out over 10 total classroom hours, the class series reviews in detail what you need to know around your upcoming birth experience, utilizing a more slow-paced environment that allows you to build relationships with your instructor and the other participants in class.
Class fee includes participant and one adult partner. Partners are encouraged to attend.
Class length: 4 class sessions, 2.5 hours each
Class cost: $229
Virtual Expecting Twins Class - Live Class with Instructor
Class fee includes participant and 1 adult partner
3 class sessions, 2 hours each
Cost: $179
A fully comprehensive childbirth class that will take you through each step of labor and birth and give you the training and tools to have a more comfortable birthing experience. HypnoBirthing has proven to bring confidence, calm and comfort to the birthing mother and baby. Best to start class before the beginning of your third trimester. You can find out more about the HypnoBirthing method on the HypnoBirthing® International website.
Class includes:
Live class will be taught via Zoom meeting.
Class fee includes participant, one adult partner and the cost of supplies.
5 class sessions, 2 1/2 hours each
Cost: $350
The Virtual Childbirth Express class is offered as three 2-hour classes via Zoom. This class is conducted by a live instructor and will cover the same material as our in-person Childbirth Express class. Time is allotted for Q&A during each 2-hour session. Class cost includes online access to an interactive web app which includes video clips, printable charts and checklists, interactive tools and much more. Instructions for accessing the web app are provided in the registration confirmation email.
Cost: $179
The Virtual From Bump to Baby class is offered as three 2-hour sessions via Zoom. This class provides condensed versions of our three most popular classes: Childbirth Express, Newborn Care and Breastfeeding - 2 hours of instruction on each topic. Great for couples short on time or those who want a more concise overview. Expectant parents will be introduced to:
Class fee includes participant and 1 adult partner
Cost: $199
Virtual Comfort Measures for Birth and Beyond is a fun and interactive 3-hour course via Zoom. This class is conducted by a live instructor and time is allotted for Q&A during the class. Virtual Comfort Measures for Birth and Beyond focuses on non-medicated pain management options for comfort during labor. Instructors will use a blend of lecture, discussion and relaxation techniques to help couples develop their own personal toolkit of comfort measures allowing them to move through labor with confidence. Bring your partner or support person, dress comfortably, and be prepared to move and practice labor positions and relaxation!
Class Length: 1 class session, 3 hours long
Cost: $59
The Inova Childbirth Education Program is currently offering a limited number of in-person Childbirth Education classes. In-person classes are subject to cancelation or conversion to a virtual class setting should COVID-related health conditions in the community worsen. If in-person classes are canceled Inova Well will offer registrants a refund or the opportunity to reschedule their class.
All class instructors and participants are asked to adhere to Inova's COVID-19 safety guidelines:
We request that anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms not attend an in-person class. If you register for an in-person class and cannot attend due to symptoms or exposure to the virus you may request transfer to a virtual class or request a refund
Childbirth Preparation is a 4-session course that provides you and a support person with essential information and support as you prepare for birth. Carried out over 12 total classroom hours, the class series reviews in detail what you need to know around your upcoming birth experience, utilizing a more slow-paced environment that allows you to build relationships with your instructor and the other participants in class.
Class topics include:
In addition to these class topics, you will have the opportunity over the class series to learn about and practice relaxation techniques and receive feedback from your instructor.
Parents who plan to breastfeed should take a separate Breastfeeding class.
Class includes a hard copy workbook and accompanying WebApp for access to additional online videos and birth preparation resources.
Class fee includes participant and 1 adult partner.
4 class sessions, 3 hours each
Cost: $249
The Inova Childbirth Education Program is currently offering a limited number of in-person Childbirth Education classes. In-person classes are subject to cancelation or conversion to a virtual class setting should COVID-related health conditions in the community worsen. If in-person classes are canceled Inova Well will offer registrants a refund or the opportunity to reschedule their class.
All class instructors and participants are asked to adhere to Inova's COVID-19 safety guidelines:
We request that anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms not attend an in-person class. If you register for an in-person class and cannot attend due to symptoms or exposure to the virus you may request transfer to a virtual class or request a refund.
A fully comprehensive childbirth class that will take you through each step of labor and birth and give you the training and tools to have a more comfortable birth. You and your birth companion will learn simple breathing, relaxation exercises and self-guided hypnosis techniques that allow you to trust your natural birthing instincts. HypnoBirthing teaches that in the absence of fear and tension, severe pain does not have to be an accompaniment of labor. HypoBirthing has proven to bring confidence, calm and comfort to the birthing mother and baby. Ideal to start this series by the beginning of your third trimester. You can find out more about the HypnoBirthing method on the HypnoBirthing® International website.
Class fee includes participant, one adult partner and the cost of supplies.
5 class sessions, 2 and 1/2 hours each
Cost: $350
The Inova Childbirth Education Program is currently offering a limited number of in-person Childbirth Education classes. In-person classes are subject to cancelation or conversion to a virtual class setting should COVID-related health conditions in the community worsen. If in-person classes are canceled Inova Well will offer registrants a refund or the opportunity to reschedule their class.
We request that anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms not attend an in-person class. If you register for an in-person class and cannot attend due to symptoms or exposure to the virus you may request transfer to a virtual class or request a refund.
Childbirth Express is a compressed version of the Childbirth Preparation class, offered as one 6-hour weekend class or as two 3-hour evening classes. While this class covers the same material as Childbirth Preparation, it is conducted in a more accelerated, condensed manner, making it ideal for the busy couple.
Class fee includes participant and one adult partner. Partners are encouraged to attend.
1 class session, 6 hours long OR 2 class sessions, 3 hours each
Cost: $179
Class fee includes participant and 1 adult partner
Cost: $199
The Inova Childbirth Education Program is currently offering a limited number of in-person Childbirth Education classes. In-person classes are subject to cancellation or conversion to a virtual class setting should COVID-related health conditions in the community worsen. If in-person classes are canceled Inova Well will offer registrants a refund or the opportunity to reschedule their class.
All class instructors and participants are asked to adhere to Inova's COVID-19 safety guidelines:
Masks are required at all times. Cloth masks, gaiters, and vented masks are not allowed at any Inova location. Surgical, N95 or KN95 masks (without valves) are acceptable. Inova will provide a surgical mask if needed.
We request that anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms not attend an in-person class. If you register for an in-person class and cannot attend due to symptoms or exposure to the virus you may request transfer to a virtual class or request a refund.
Comfort Measures for Birth and Beyond focuses on non-medicated pain management options for comfort during labor. Instructors will use a blend of lecture, discussion and relaxation techniques to help couples develop their own personal toolkit of comfort measures allowing them to move through labor with confidence. Bring your partner or support person, dress comfortably, and be prepared to move and practice labor positions and relaxation!
Topics include:
1 class session, 3 hours long
This is NOT a stand-alone childbirth class. Couples are expected to understand stages of labor and the birth process prior to attending. We recommend this course as a supplement to our Understanding Childbirth eClass or Virtual Childbirth Express. Also a great "refresher" course for couples expecting their second or subsequent child.
Class Length: 1 class session, 3 hours long
Cost: $59
This interactive online class covers essential information on your baby’s development, helpful tips for a healthy pregnancy, and includes partner tips throughout. You’ll see how your baby develops with 3D animation and have access to helpful trackers and checklists that help you stay organized and healthy. Allow 2-3 hours to complete.
Available in multiple languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Arabic, Japanese, and Chinese (Mandarin). This class also contains accessibility features for those with vision, hearing, or motor impairments and those with cognitive disorders such as dyslexia or ADHD.
eClass chapters:
Preview eClass: Understanding Pregnancy
Cost: $49. (You will receive 270 days of access from your first log-in)
This class is ideal for those expectant parents who can’t attend an on-site Childbirth Express or Childbirth Preparation class due to work schedules, time constraints, or medical conditions.
The eight-chapter program is an interactive, web-based class that uses videos, personal birth stories, animations, activities, and games to teach all the essential information parents need to know to prepare for their birth.
Available in multiple languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Arabic, Japanese, and Chinese (Mandarin). This class also contains accessibility features for those with vision, hearing, or motor impairments and those with cognitive disorders such as dyslexia or ADHD.
The childbirth eClass will help you:
Cost: $99. (You will receive 270 days of access from your first log-in.)
This interactive online course covers essential information about preparing for, having, and recovering from cesarean surgery, and it highlights ways partners can help throughout the process. You'll also learn what steps you can take to make your planned cesarean birth a family-centered experience, including an opportunity to create your own cesarean birth plan. Allow 2 to 3 hours to complete.
Available in multiple languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Arabic, Japanese, and Chinese (Mandarin). This class also contains accessibility features for those with vision, hearing, or motor impairments and those with cognitive disorders such as dyslexia or ADHD.
eClass chapters:
Preview eClass: Cesarean Birth
Cost: $49 (You will receive 270 days of access from your first log-in)
This class is being offered as a 3 hour course via Zoom with a live instructor and will prepare you for a successful and rewarding breastfeeding experience.
Topics include:
Class fee includes participant and 1 adult partner. Coaches are encouraged to attend.
1 class session, 3 hours long
Cost: $79
This class is being offered as a 3 hour course via Zoom with a live instructor who will introduce newborn care basics. Class cost includes access to an online eBook on newborn care. Instructions on how to access the eBook will be included in the class registration confirmation email. Participants may use a doll or stuffed animal to follow along with the instructor demonstrations if desired.
Topics include:
Parents who plan to breastfeed should take a separate breastfeeding class. There are two options: Understanding Breastfeeding eClass - interactive online course and Virtual Breastfeeding Instructional Class – Live Class with Instructor. This class does not include instruction on infant CPR or choking. Inova offers a separate Virutal Infant CPR course.
1 class session, 3 hours long
Cost: $59
In this virtual class you will learn all about what to expect from your baby beyond those first few weeks. Hear about how caregivers can positively influence the growth of children to achieve academic and emotional success. This class is not a replacement for newborn care and covers development of older infants into toddlerhood.
Topics include:
Live class will be taught via Zoom meeting on Wednesday, December 9.
1 class session, 3 hours long
Cost: $79
This virtual three class series teaches caregivers how to safely and effectively massage their infant, promoting caregiver/infant bonding, relieving baby's stress, and providing stimulation. This class is open to parents both before and after baby arrives. Parents are welcome to bring their infants older than 2 weeks of age with them to class, and all parents should bring a doll or teddy bear to utilize for practice.
This class series is virtual with a live instructor offered through Zoom meeting.
Topics include:
3 class sessions, 1 hour each
Cost: $59
The Inova Childbirth Education Program is currently offering a limited number of in-person Childbirth Education classes. In-person classes are subject to cancelation or conversion to a virtual class setting should COVID-related health conditions in the community worsen. If in-person classes are canceled Inova Well will offer registrants a refund or the opportunity to reschedule their class.
We request that anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms not attend an in-person class. If you register for an in-person class and cannot attend due to symptoms or exposure to the virus you may request transfer to a virtual class or request a refund.
Class fee includes participant and 1 adult partner. Coaches are encouraged to attend.
1 class session, 3 hours long
Cost : $79
The Inova Childbirth Education Program is currently offering a limited number of in-person Childbirth Education classes. In-person classes are subject to cancelation or conversion to a virtual class setting should COVID-related health conditions in the community worsen. If in-person classes are canceled Inova Well will offer registrants a refund or the opportunity to reschedule their class.
We request that anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms not attend an in-person class. If you register for an in-person class and cannot attend due to symptoms or exposure to the virus you may request transfer to a virtual class or request a refund.
Class fee includes participant and 1 adult partner.
1 class session, 3 hours long
Cost: $79
This three class series teaches caregivers how to safely and effectively massage their infant, promoting caregiver/infant bonding, relieving baby's stress, and providing stimulation.
3 class sessions, 1 hour each
Class fee includes participant, one adult partner and baby. Partners/coaches are encouraged to attend.
Cost: $59
This interactive online course covers the essentials of breastfeeding, including clear animation and plenty of video examples. It lets you know when to call for help and includes partner tips throughout. You will also have the opportunity to track feedings with an easy-to-use tracker! Allow 2-3 hours to complete.
Available in multiple languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Arabic, Japanese, and Chinese (Mandarin). This class also contains accessibility features for those with vision, hearing, or motor impairments and those with cognitive disorders such as dyslexia or ADHD.
eClass chapters:
Cost: $49 (You will receive 270 days of access from your first log-in.)
This interactive online course covers essential information for the first six weeks and beyond, including clear video examples of bathing, feeding and diapering, and lets you know when to call the doctor. You will also stay organized with a variety of helpful checklists and trackers! Allow 2-3 hours to complete.
Available in multiple languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Arabic, Japanese, and Chinese (Mandarin). This class also contains accessibility features for those with vision, hearing, or motor impairments and those with cognitive disorders such as dyslexia or ADHD.
eClass chapters:
Cost: $49 (You will receive 270 days of access from your first log-in)
An interactive class taught via Zoom for children ages 3 to 7 who are expecting a new brother or sister. This class touches on what it means to be a big brother or sister. Please have a baby picture of big brother or sister available to share with the class. A packet of materials including a coloring book and craft activity is mailed to each registrant. Siblings should have a doll or stuffed animal to hold in order to participate along with the instructor.
Topics include:
Live class is taught via Zoom Meeting.
1 class session, 1 hour long
Registration includes one child/two parents.
Cost: $20 per child
This virtual class allows you to refresh your memory on infant care.
Class fee includes one participant
One class session, 2 hours long via Zoom
Cost: $49
Class fee includes 1 child and up to 2 parents/caregivers
1 class session, 1 hour long
Cost: $39 per child
Class fee includes 1 participant
1 class session, 2 hours long
Cost: $49
Este curso interactivo en línea cubre la información esencial sobre el parto y más. También resalta las maneras en las que la pareja puede ayudar durante el proceso. Además podrá obtener una idea sobre la realidad del parto viendo varias historias sobre nacimientos. ¡También tendrá la oportunidad de crear su propio plan para el parto! Puede completarse entre 4 y 6 horas.
Capítulos de la Clase en línea:
EXPLORE EL CURSO AHORA
Precio: $99
Este curso interactivo en línea cubre información esencial para las primeras seis semanas y después, incluyendo ejemplos en video del baño, alimentación y cambio de pañal, y le indica cuándo llamar al médico. Usted se mantendrá organizado con una útil diversidad de listas de comprobación y seguimiento.Se completa entre 2 y 3 horas.
Capítulos de la Clase en línea:
Precio: $49
EXPLORE EL CURSO AHORA
Este curso interactivo en línea cubre los conceptos básicos de lactancia, incluyendo animaciones y muchos ejemplos en video. Le permite saber cuándo pedir ayuda e incluye consejos para con la pareja. ¡También tendrá la oportunidad de monitorear las lactancias con un monitor fácil de usar! Se completa entre 2 y 3 horas.
Capítulos de la Clase en línea:
Precio: $49
EXPLORE EL CURSO AHORA
Esta clase interactiva en línea abarca información esencial sobre el desarrollo de su bebé, consejos útiles para tener un embarazo saludable y consejos para la pareja. Verá cómo se desarrolla su bebé con animaciones en 3D y tendrá acceso a rastreadores útiles y listas de control para organizarse y mantenerse sana. Dedique de 2 a 3 horas para hacerla.
Capítulos de la clase en línea:
¡CURSO EN PREESTRENO!
Sala: virtual
¿Quién debería inscribirse?: madres en estado de embarazo. No es necesario que la pareja se inscriba aparte.
Área de interés: educación sobre el parto.
Política de reembolso: haga clic aquí para leer la política de cancelación, de reembolso, de transferencia y por condiciones del clima.
Esta clase interactiva en línea abarca información esencial sobre la preparación, la realización y la recuperación de la cirugía por cesárea. También destaca las formas en que las parejas pueden ayudar a lo largo del proceso. Asimismo, aprenderá qué medidas puede tomar para que su parto planificado por cesárea sea una experiencia enfocada en la familia, incluida la oportunidad de crear su propio plan. Dedique de 2 a 3 horas para hacerla.
Capítulos de la clase en línea:
¡CURSO EN PREESTRENO!
Sala: virtual.
¿Quién debería inscribirse?: madres en estado de embarazo. No es necesario que la pareja se inscriba aparte.
Área de interés: educación sobre el parto.
Política de reembolso: haga clic aquí para leer la política de cancelación, de reembolso, de transferencia y por condiciones del clima.
Prenatal yoga is one of the most powerful tools during this pivotal shift in a woman's life. Classes offer expecting mothers a safe, peaceful, supportive environment to connect with oneself and baby, and is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other mothers-to-be.
Yoga helps to alleviate many of the discomforts of pregnancy such as heartburn, nausea, constipation, varicose veins, swelling, back pain and sciatica.
Prenatal yoga uses postures, breathing, and meditation to help mothers build pelvic floor muscles and maintain flexibility, while gently building strength to prepare for easier labor, delivery and recovery. Our class combines elements of yoga, tai chi, and Pilates to create strength, focus, flexibility and awareness through a gentle practice designed especially for the pregnant woman’s needs.
Classes are gentle and safe for all stages of pregnancy. If experiencing a high-risk pregnancy, please consult with your OB/midwife and the instructor before registering.
Please complete the registration process and details for how to join the live broadcast will be found in your confirmation email.
PLEASE NOTE: Participants will no longer receive the recordings of classes unless you were unable to attend the live class that you have purchased. In such case, you will receive a link to a recording to make up the class on your own time.
Prenatal massage is a manual therapy applied to the body using varying techniques specifically for expecting mothers using gentle pressure. It serves as an extension of an expecting mother’s prenatal care in order to improve labor and delivery outcomes for mother and child.
Postpartum massage is a full body massage that can help ease women into motherhood by offering both physical and emotional benefits.
