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Sibling Preparation Class  
For 3 to 5 Year Olds
This class is designed for younger children who will soon be big brothers or big sisters. A parent or caregiver must attend the class with the child(ren). Participation includes games, "newborn" dolls and covers topics such as:

  • Fetal growth and development
  • What to expect with a new baby in the house
  • A look at how special each child is
  • How to deal with new feelings and emotions 
  • Holding a baby
  • Safe play ideas
  • Tour of The Women’s Center

For Children 6 Years and Older
This class is designed for older children who will soon be big brothers or big sisters. A parent or caregiver must attend the class with the child(ren). Participation includes games, "newborn" dolls and covers topics such as:

  • Body charts showing fetal growth and development
  • Safe play ideas
  • Discussion and video on changes in the family and personal feelings as a result of a new baby
  • An educational film showing a vaginal birth
  • Advice on holding and handling an infant safely
  • Tour of The Women’s Center

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