Birthing Classes
Prenatal & Postnatal Classes
Online/virtual options are available by contacting our Maternity Care Coordinator at Beautiful.Beginnings@bmhcc.org, or by calling 901-227-9873.
Online Childbirth Class (YoMingo)
We are pleased to offer the option of online childbirth classes. This program allows you to access class information at your own pace, in the comfort of your own home. You will also have access to our childbirth educators through email to answer any questions you might have. This online program is offered in a variety of languages. Please contact our Maternity Care Coordinator for more information about sign ups and pricing.
Childbirth Class
Offered on select Saturdays, this 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. class covers the following topics: Labor & Delivery, Infant Care & Safety, Breastfeeding, New Mom Care and Postpartum Support. This class also provides participants with additional resource materials and an option for a hospital tour. Please contact our Maternity Care Coordinator for additional information regarding dates and pricing.
Virtual “Dynamic Dads” Workshop
This free Saturday workshop is for "Dads Only." In partnership with Families Matter, this group is led by veteran dads who share information from a dad's perspective. Topics include: Caring for mom and new family dynamics, Dealing with crying babies and crying moms and most importantly, How to be a dynamic dad. Please contact our Maternity Care Coordinator for sign up and registration dates.
Support Groups
Our new mom after-delivery support groups are on Thursdays. Below is a list of the current groups we are offering. For more information, please contact our Maternity Care Coordinator at Beautiful.Beginnings@bmhcc.org, or call 901-227-9873.
Rattled
After a baby arrives, life can feel joyful, but also overwhelming. Feelings of anxiety, isolation and sadness can occur, leaving new moms in need of additional support. You are not alone. Our “Rattled” support group provides free, weekly support to all moms, regardless of where baby was born. For more information regarding virtual sign ups, please contact our Maternity Care Coordinator at 901-227-9873.
Beautiful Bundles – New Moms’ Group
Our Beautiful Bundles group is facilitated by mothers/infant nurses who provide instruction and support as well as answer questions for any new mom. Moms can get accurate and reliable information on sleeping issues, breastfeeding, safety issues, as well as normal growth and development of their newborn. This group also provides a great opportunity for moms to bond with other new moms, share experiences and gain reassurance. Classes are on Thursdays from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. For more information regarding sign ups, please contact our Maternity Care Coordinator at 901-227-9873.
Car Seat Program
The Car Seat Program is an additional service provided to our moms delivering at the Women's Hospital. We provide assistance and education regarding car seat installation and safety. You can call and set up an appointment to have your car seat checked and learn how to install it and use it properly. The nurses who assist with the program are all certified "car passenger safety technicians." To set up an appointment please call 901-227-9027.
We Have A Warm Line Just For You.
Call 901-227-9421
Talk to an RN and get answers to questions and concerns about: Infant feeding, Sleep, Mom feelings, Physical changes and any other question you may have. You may leave us a message and we will call you back. Return calls are between 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Please email Beautiful.Beginnings@bmhcc.org any time you need more information or to ask questions.