Childbirth Education Frequently Asked Questions

We recommend that you attend classes near 28-34 weeks of pregnancy. Please note that class sizes are limited and fill quickly! Schedule your class early to ensure that your first choice is available.

Call 571.472.1400 or email myinovawell@inova.org and state your name and contact number as well as the reason for your call on the voicemail. A Childbirth Education staff member will return your call within 2 business days and will assist you if possible.

Call 571.472.1400 or email myinovawell@inova.org for all requests. Requests must be submitted 7 calendar days prior to the start of the class. If you register within the cancellation period, a transfer or cancellation will not be allowed. Please carefully read the full Cancellation Refund Transfer and Weather Policy when completing your online registration.

Yes, your registration includes a participant and 1 adult partner (with the exception of the Grandparenting, Baby Care for Dads, and Infant CPR classes). Your partner can be anyone over the age of 18.

Please call 571.472.1400 before attending the first time to ensure the group is not on a break. All New Moms Groups meet weekly with the exception of holidays and in the event of inclement weather. Information about cancellations due to inclement weather or an area emergency can be obtained by calling 571.472.1438. If a New Moms Group is cancelled for any other reason this information will be posted to our website.

There is no waitlist. We suggest registering for the next available class.

Yes, you will receive a confirmation in the form of an email immediately after your registration is complete. You must provide a valid email address. You will be asked to enter your email address two times to guarantee accuracy.

Your confirmation letter serves as your receipt.

Inova classifies seniors as individuals 65 and older. To receive a senior citizen discount you must type Senior into the discount code box when registering online. You will also be asked your date of birth.

Yes, Inova employees are eligible for a discount. To receive an Inova employee discount you should type Wellness in the discount code box when registering online. You will need to enter your employee ID number and complete department code to complete the transaction. If you do not have either of these pieces of information, you will need to obtain them from your supervisor before completing your registration. Employee discount is for current Inova employees ONLY, no family members.

Yes. Information about class cancellations due to inclement weather or an area emergency can be obtained by calling the Inova Well weather hotline at 571-472-1438. Class cancellations do not always follow local public school closings.

Call 571.472.1400 or email myinovawell@inova.org and state your name and contact number as well as the reason for your call on the voicemail. A Childbirth Education staff member will return your call within 2 business days and will assist you if possible.

Call 571.472.1400 or email myinovawell@inova.org and state your name and contact number as well as the disability. A Childbirth Education staff member will contact you within 2 business days to discuss options on how to make sure you have an excellent experience in our classes/tours/new moms group.

Observations are scheduled on a case-by-case basis. Call 571.472.1400 or email myinovawell@inova.org and state your name and contact number as well as the reason for your call on the voicemail. A Childbirth Education staff member will return your call within 2 business days and will assist you if possible.