Self-Paced Online Classes

Can’t come to an on-site? We'll bring them to you!  Wake Forest Baptist Health is happy to provide online, self-paced childbirth and parenting classes that you can take conveniently from home. 

Our eClasses are perfect for:

  • Parents who need a more flexible schedule
  • Parents on bed rest
  • Parents who prefer online learning

We offer the following eClasses: 

Trusted Education, Your Way

  • Learn essential information that’s reviewed and updated regularly 
  • No commercials or sponsored content
  • Access information when, where, and how you’d prefer
  • Share information with your partner and support people
  • Learn with videos, quizzes, and extended activities
  • Get organized with tools, planning checklists, and trackers

Check out our classes below and for any questions please contact 336-713-MOMS or email BCCC@wakehealth.edu

 

Understanding Birth.

This interactive online course covers essential information on labor and more, and highlights ways partners can help throughout the process. You’ll also get a sense of what labor is really like as you watch several birth stories. You’ll even have an opportunity to create your own birth plan!  Allow 4-6 hours to complete.

eClass chapters:

  • Pregnancy
  • Labor
  • Birth stories
  • Comfort techniques
  • Medical procedures
  • Cesarean birth
  • Newborns
  • Postpartum

Registration is required and the cost of the class is a onetime charge of $35. Once registered, you will be sent an email with a unique code and login information. The class will be available immediately and you will have access for 270 days after your registration date. 

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Blue logo with baby foot prints reading Understanding Natural Childbirth Techniques.

Planning a birth with few to no medical interventions? Learn how at your own time and pace! This interactive online course builds on what you have already learned in a standard childbirth preparation class. You will learn more about natural childbirth, comfort techniques, and how to write a natural birth plan. By watching several birth stories, you will also get a sense of what natural birth is like. Allow 3-4 hours to complete.

eClass chapters:

  • Introduction to natural childbirth techniques
  • Pain in childbirth
  • Planning for your birth
  • Relaxation
  • Mindfulness practices
  • Coping techniques
  • Personal stories of natural childbirth

Registration is required and the cost of the class is a onetime charge of $35. Once registered, you will be sent an email with a unique code and login information. The class will be available immediately and you will have access for 270 days after your registration date. 

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Understanding Breastfeeding

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.

eClass chapters:

  • How breastfeeding works
  • How to breastfeed
  • When to feed your baby
  • Getting enough milk
  • Breast care
  • Breastfeeding lifestyle

Registration is required and the cost of the class is a onetime charge of $35. Once registered, you will be sent an email with a unique code and login information. The class will be available immediately and you will have access for 270 days after your registration date. 

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Understanding Your Newborn

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.

eClass chapters:

  • Newborn traits
  • Newborn behaviors
  • Crying and comforting
  • Feeding
  • Diapering
  • Bathing, nail care & dressing
  • Newborn health
  • Newborn safety

Registration is required and the cost of the class is a onetime charge of $35. Once registered, you will be sent an email with a unique code and login information. The class will be available immediately and you will have access for 270 days after your registration date. 

Get Started Now