Support for New Parents
Find Your Class
We offer classes for expectant parents, grandparents, babysitters and siblings in four convenient locations in Raleigh, Cary, North Raleigh and near Midtown Raleigh.
If you need help, please contact us: 919-350-8235 or dcearnel@wakemed.org.
Register for ClassesEven after your baby is born, we want to support you with those early days of parenting and childcare. Life as a first-time parent is not always easy, so let our expert team of parenting educators help you navigate the waters. We offer a variety of helpful classes meant to help boost your confidence and ease some of your fears and anxieties about bringing baby home.
Classes are scheduled according to your due date. For best scheduling options, we encourage you to sign up for classes during your 14th week of pregnancy. There is a charge for most of our classes, and all require advance registration.
Caring for Baby Classes
- Baby Basics Class: Bringing Home Baby
- Breastfeeding: Getting a Great Start
- Breastfeeding Support Groups
- Breastfeeding for Multiples
- Breastfeeding 2 - Working without Weaning
- Boot Camp for New Dads®
- Choosing & Using Quality Childcare
- Women’s Pavilion & Birthplace Tour
Caring for Families Classes
- CPR: Adult, Infant and Child
- Infant/CPR and Toddler Safety
- Fitness Classes for Mom
- Friends & Family CPR
- Grandbabies
- Postpartum Support Group
- Safe Sitter
Online Resources for New Parents
- Breastfeeding: Still Eating for Two
- Bringing Home Baby: Car Seat Safety
- Healthy Home: Protecting your baby from germs
- When to Be Concerned
Call us with questions at 919-350-8235.
Special Events & Education for New Parents