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Prenatal Education and Support

Have questions about breastfeeding, childbirth or caring for a newborn? In the Sutter Health network, experts lead classes and support groups to provide all the answers you need.

We're offering prenatal, breastfeeding and parenting classes online.

African-American family with new baby

Virtual Sessions for Pregnancy and Childbirth Education Available

Due to current health guidelines, classes are online instead of in person.

Pregnancy and Childbirth Education

During pregnancy, you may feel like you have a thousand questions, ranging from what to eat to how to plan for childbirth. In the Sutter Health network, we offer classes, support groups and lecture series to answer all the questions you may have. Our classes are designed to increase your knowledge and confidence as you prepare for the birth of your baby and life beyond. We offer a wide range of options, depending on location. Here are some of the offerings.

Classes to Take Before Your Baby Arrives

  • OB Orientation
  • Breastfeeding
  • Childbirth Preparation
  • Preparing for Birth Naturally
  • Infant CPR and First Aid
  • Newborn Parenting
  • Grandparenting
  • Prenatal Yoga
  • Sibling Prep Classes
  • Childbirth Refresher Classes
  • Birth Center Tours

Classes, Services and Groups for After Your Baby's Birth

  • New Moms Support Groups
  • Breastfeeding Support Groups
  • Private Lactation Consultations
  • Palliative Care and Bereavement Support Groups

Tools and Resources

We also offer a full range of tools and articles covering every aspect of your pregnancy. Visit Babies at Sutter Health.

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Maternal and Infant Health Research

Sutter Health Maternal and Infant Health Research
Maternal and infant health research seeks to improve the process of reproduction by examining ways to improve the rates of a full-term pregnancy without unnecessary interventions, the delivery of a healthy baby, and a healthy postpartum period in a positive environment that supports the physical and emotional needs of the mother, baby and family.

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Doctors Near San Mateo

The following doctors are part of the Sutter Health network. Learn about the doctors on this site.
Zelda S. de la Cruz, M.D.

Zelda S. de la Cruz, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Isabell H. Beddow, M.D.

Isabell H. Beddow, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Rubina Khilnani, M.D.

Rubina Khilnani, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Samuel Young, M.D.

Samuel Young, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Maryam Arjomand, M.D.

Maryam Arjomand, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Sandra Beretta, M.D.

Sandra Beretta, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Beatrice A. Burke, M.D.

Beatrice A. Burke, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Melissa E. Duncanson, M.D.

Melissa E. Duncanson, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Emily Yu, M.D.

Emily Yu, M.D.

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Sutter Delta Medical Center

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Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center of Santa Cruz

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