Western Baptist Hospital offers a variety of programs and classes to meet the unique needs of expectant families. The more information you have, the more comfortable and confident you'll feel.

To learn more about our many programs and classes, use the links below. In order to register for the class dates you prefer, please call to register for classes when you are approximately 24-26 weeks pregnant. We also request you call to cancel your registration if you are unable to attend a class for any reason. There is frequently a waiting list.

To register online, choose from the classes below and click on the highlighted link or call our Stork Line at (270) 575-BABY (2229).

Programs & Special Services

• StorkCentral, pregnancy program for expecting families.
• Fit Pregnancy, offered in conjunction with Baptist Family Fitness Centers to help expectant moms safely reap the health benefits of exercise.
• Prenatal Massage Therapy available to women after their fourteenth week of pregnancy at Baptist Family Fitness -- Paducah.

Classes

• Prepared Childbirth Class, a series of two classes about the labor and delivery process. Please click the link to learn more.
• Prepared Childbirth Refresher Class, a one-time class for families experiencing their second time around or more.
• Breastfeeding Class to help expectant parents prepare for the breastfeeding experience.
• Cesarean Birth Class to prepare mothers for a Cesarean delivery.
• Sibling Class to prepare children ages two to nine for the new baby's arrival.
• Grandparenting Class for grandparents and older caregivers.
• Baby Care Basics prepares new parents to care for a new baby at home.
• Infant Massage teaches the benefits of massage therapy to newborns.
• Relaxing From Within designed to help expectant mothers learn relaxation techniques.
• Smart Beginnings Prepared Childbirth Class for teenage parents or the non-traditional family unit.