The Sanford Mom2Be Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, offers education and resources to help a pregnant person feel prepared and confident. Our classes are for first-time and experienced parents.
See below to find the right class or service for your family's needs and register today. Call the Sanford Mom2Be Center at (605) 328-7140 or email Mom2Be@Sanfordhealth.org to learn more.
Select one of these class options that cover fundamental labor and delivery topics. Your choice of class should depend on how you prefer to learn.
Understanding Birth
Our Understanding Birth learning experience provides comprehensive information you can trust as you prepare for your upcoming birth. In these course options, you will learn all about the birth processes and medical procedures. You will also get a sense of what labor is really like through birth experiences.
This class will be most effective for people to begin between 28 and 34 weeks pregnant.
Bring your InJoy Understanding Birth book that you received in your Third Trimester packet to follow along and take notes during class.
This is an in-person classroom series that we encourage both the pregnant person and their support person to attend. Having shared knowledge during labor can positively impact the birthing process.
We suggest packing a small snack and beverage, if desired. Also, dress comfortably as we may have time for labor practice.
This online course is self-paced and will take approximately four to six hours to complete. You can access the class from any computer or mobile device with an internet connection whenever it is convenient for you. This is a great option for remote learners or individuals with English as a second language.
This live online class is held via WebEx and will take approximately four hours to complete. This option is great for future parents who are unable to attend an in-person class or prefer online learning but want to have a live instructor to answer questions.
Be prepared with video capability in order to participate in class discussion. If you have a birth or exercise ball available that will help you try different positions but is not required.
Go beyond our basic labor and delivery classes with more in-depth education focused on specific topics. Excellent for both first time and experienced parents, these classes may be taken on their own or to complement other classes.
Spinning Babies® Birth Preparation Class
Comfort techniques for pregnancy and labor
The Spinning Babies® Birth Preparation Class is not your traditional labor and delivery class. In this class, pregnant people and their support person will learn techniques to use during pregnancy and labor to help their baby find the optimal positions. We will explore the three balances which bring balance to your body and address any restrictions in your pelvis.
The Spinning Babies® Birth Preparation Class is an opportunity to learn and encourage normal physiology using the Spinning Babies principles of balance, gravity and movement. This approach can increase comfort during pregnancy and labor. The class is ideal for a pregnant person and their support person to take any time after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
After attending a class with a certified Spinning Babies® Parent Educator, you will receive these digital resources:
When and where is this class? This class is held in-person and lasts approximately three hours. Dates and locations can be found on the registration page. Before class starts, you’ll receive an email with the exact location.
Who attends? We encourage both the pregnant person and their support person to attend. Having shared knowledge during labor can positively impact the birthing process.
When should I plan to attend? Attend any time after 20 weeks.
What do I bring? If you like to take notes, bring a pen and notepad. We suggest packing a small snack and beverage, if desired. Also, dress comfortably as we will practice the three balances.
How to Register:
If you need help registering, please email Mom2Be@Sanfordhealth.org.
Hypnobabies®
Hypnobabies® Hypnosis for Childbirth
Hypnobabies Hypnosis for Childbirth is a six-week complete childbirth education series. Each class is approximately three and a half hours long.
Experience hands-on hypnosis demonstrations, personalized classes and a Hypnobabies birth rehearsal that allows you to enjoy “eyes-open childbirth hypnosis,” easily remaining deeply in hypnosis while walking, talking and changing positions. Hypnobabies is well known for helping pregnant people create a much shorter, easier and more comfortable birth.
Hypnobabies uses the same medical hypnosis techniques that people employ when preparing for surgery without any drugs, which is called hypno-anesthesia. This class can be completed successfully by single students but will also teach your support person how to be fully supportive.
Materials for six-week series:
How to Register:
If you need help registering, please email Mom2Be@Sanfordhealth.org.
One-on-one pregnancy support with a registered nurse.
A pregnancy navigator is a registered nurse available throughout your pregnancy to provide you with one-on-one support.
Virtual and in-person group tours
Take a peek inside The Birth Place through our virtual tour.
Ver un video de recorrido virtual en español.
Please fill out this form if you'd like to schedule a physical tour after viewing the video.
Newborn care and breastfeeding education
Sanford Children’s offers classes to help you prepare to bring your baby home. Courses cover breastfeeding, baby care and helping your family adjust as you welcome your new bundle of joy.
Contact Sanford Children’s CHILD Services at (605) 312-8390 or parenting@sanfordhealth.org to learn more.
