Childbirth Preparation Course

We take care of you so that you can take care of your baby

Pregnancy is one of the most exciting yet challenging stages of your life; that’s why we are here to provide you with the support you need. We want you to experience this process with peace of mind, enjoying every moment knowing that you are in the best hands.

At La Unidad de la Mujer of Ruber International Hospital, we will not only teach you techniques for childbirth, but we will also help you understand your body, manage your emotions, and strengthen the bond with your baby even before birth.

In 4 weeks, gain the confidence and preparation you need for your baby’s birth.
Choose the 7 sessions of 90 minutes that best suit your needs.
Enjoy the convenience of our hybrid model, both in-person and online.

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Why take the childbirth preparation course?

The course instructors are professionals from La Unidad de la Mujer who can provide care during pregnancy, assist during childbirth, and support you in your journey into motherhood.

The course content follows the guidelines of the Unit, avoiding possible discrepancies with information from other courses and ensuring total coherence in your process. Additionally, it covers the routines of the hospital where you will give birth, adding significant value.

For all these reasons, our Childbirth Preparation Course is the ideal complement to your medical care during pregnancy, providing you with a complete and personalized experience from gestation to childbirth.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Childbirth Preparation Course

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When should I start a childbirth preparation course?

It is recommended to start a childbirth preparation course around the 20th week of pregnancy. This will give you enough time to absorb the information and practice the techniques you will learn without being too close to the due date. The courses are designed to prepare you both physically and emotionally, and starting during this period ensures that you approach the birth of your baby with confidence and calmness.

Is it necessary to take a childbirth preparation course if I have already had a child?

Even if you have already had a child, it is highly recommended to repeat the childbirth preparation course, as each pregnancy and birth is unique. Additionally, you will be able to choose the classes that interest you most, and the courses have evolved and may offer you new and updated information. It can also be an excellent opportunity to refresh your knowledge, learn new techniques, and prepare physically and emotionally for this new chapter. While it may seem like you know everything, this course will provide a space for you to reconnect with your body and the experience of childbirth.

Can partners or support persons attend the classes?

Absolutely! In fact, we recommend that the father or a support person participate in the online classes. However, to ensure more personalized attention, the in-person prenatal gym session is limited to a maximum of 10 moms, who must attend without a companion.

How long does la Unidad de la Mujer childbirth preparation course last?

The duration of this childbirth preparation course is completely flexible, allowing you to tailor it to your needs by choosing the sessions that interest you most. If you complete the course in its entirety, the approximate duration is 1 month with 1 or 2 sessions per week.

What does the hybrid model of the classes consist of?

For your convenience, all sessions are held online via Zoom, except for the prenatal gym class, which takes place in-person at the Ruber International Hospital. This in-person session is limited to a maximum of 10 moms to provide more personalized attention, and attendees must come without a companion.

How will a childbirth preparation course help me during labor and postpartum?

This childbirth preparation course will help you feel more prepared, secure, and empowered at the moment of delivery. You will learn relaxation and breathing techniques to manage pain, understand the stages of labor so that they don’t take you by surprise, and make informed decisions about pain management. Additionally, it will teach you how to care for yourself after childbirth, deal with hormonal and physical changes, and successfully initiate breastfeeding. All of this will provide you with greater peace of mind and confidence, reducing stress during labor and postpartum.

What topics are covered in La Unidad de la Mujer childbirth preparation course?

Medical monitoring of pregnancy (90 minutes). Class taught by Dr. Ángel Lorenzo, gynecologist at La Unidad de la Mujer. Topics include physical changes, warning signs, medical follow-up, disease prevention, common digestive issues, weight gain and loss, urinary disorders, circulation, muscle pain, cramps, and contractions.

Prenatal gym (90 minutes). Practical in-person session, which must be attended without a companion, wearing comfortable clothing and socks, taught by physiotherapist María Escribano. Includes back stretches, exercises for labor, relaxation techniques, and pain management.

Cognitive and psychomotor development of the baby (75 minutes). Class led by clinical psychologist Elena Iracheta from La Unidad de la Mujer, focusing on cognitive and psychomotor development and stimulation of the baby during their first year of life.

Stages of labor and the delivery process (2.5 hours). Class taught by Mª Jesús Sánchez, midwife from La Unidad de la Mujer. Instructions on when to go to the hospital, stages of labor, positions, types of delivery, procedures, skin-to-skin contact, breastfeeding, the father’s role, and postpartum care.

Pushing and breathing techniques (90 minutes). Class taught by physiotherapist Pilar Cortés from La Unidad de la Mujer. Simulation of breathing techniques for pain control, pushing techniques, and postpartum advice. Additionally, you can complement this session with individual hospital visits for perineal massage by hiring our physiotherapy services privately.

Care for the newborn (90 minutes). Class taught by Dr. Pilar Lamamie, pediatrician at Ruber International Hospital. Includes routines and tests in maternity (purchases, vaccinations, and vitamins or percentiles), characteristics and peculiarities of the newborn, basic instruction manual for the baby, safety, and cryopreservation of umbilical cord stem cells.

Guidance on the postpartum period and postpartum care for the mother (90 minutes). Class taught by Dr. Isabel Rodríguez-Piñero, focused on the mother’s recovery after childbirth and postpartum care.

What is the duration of the classes?

The sessions of La Unidad de la Mujer childbirth preparation course have an approximate duration of 90 minutes, except for the session taught by the midwife, which extends up to 2.5 hours to provide more detailed and practical content.

Does my insurance cover the childbirth preparation course?

Childbirth preparation classes can be contracted privately or authorized with Cigna Salud, Mapfre PWC, and Ruber policy.

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Isabel Rodríguez-Piñero Dra. en la Unidad de la Mujer del Hospital Ruber Internacional. Ginecología y Obstetricia

Dr. Ángel Lorenzo Álvarez

Elena Iracheta, psicóloga clínica

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Asil A.H.

“I just gave birth here, and I can only say that it was a great decision. I hesitated a lot about whether to go to another hospital or here, and now that I think about it, I don’t know where the doubt came from.”

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“Excellent care and attention, as well as great professionalism. Thank you for bringing my little one into the world! And even more for taking such good care of her when she needed it!”

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“Everything was excellent. I have nothing but good words since I had my son with them 7 years ago.”

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