Education, Classes & Tours
Get ready to welcome your little one to the world with childbirth and parenting classes at UC San Diego Health.
Whether you're a new or experienced parent or grandparent, we invite you to join us to learn about pregnancy, birth, newborn care and more.
Get to Know UC San Diego Health
Learn what to expect when you choose UC San Diego Health as your birthplace:
- Register for Meet the Maternity Team, a free virtual event held once a month
- Watch a video tour of Jacobs Medical Center (La Jolla) labor, delivery and postpartum units
- Watch a video tour of UC San Diego Medical Center (Hillcrest) labor, delivery and postpartum units
Childbirth Classes
Prepare for childbirth with classes about the birth process. You’ll get information and tips to help you feel more comfortable and confident about birth. Choose the class or classes that meet your needs.
Live Online Classes
During these classes, you’ll join an online videoconference at the same time as an instructor and other expectant parents:
- Belly Births
- Childbirth Basics
- Childbirth Preparation Part 1: How Your Body Works in Labor
- Childbirth Preparation Part 2: Hospital Procedures and Interventions
- Tips from a Doula
In-Person Classes
Breastfeeding Classes
Get information and support to breastfeed your baby.
Live Online Classes and Support Groups
During these classes, you’ll join an online videoconference at the same time as an instructor and other expectant parents:
In-Person Class
Breast Pump Rental
You can rent hospital-grade breast pumps and supplies online and pick them up at hour hospital gift shops.
Find out more
Infant Care Classes
Sign up for classes that help you care for and bond with your new baby. Register for as many as you like.
Live Online Classes
During these classes, you’ll join an online videoconference at the same time as an instructor and other expectant parents:
In-Person Classes
The Motherhood Channel
A public-serving media outlet featuring programming from throughout the University of California.
Turn to UCTV for in-depth information from UC San Diego Health experts focused on pregnancy, childbirth and the first year of life.
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