Choose a link below to learn about the different stages of childbirth:
- Preparing for Cesarean birth.
- Preparing for vaginal birth.
- Managing pain.
- Coping with labor.
- Recovering in the hospital.
Allina Health, Park Nicollet and St. Francis Regional Medical Center partner with Amma Parenting Center to offer pregnancy, parenting and newborn care classes to help you prepare for childbirth and healthy child development.
Visit Amma Parenting Center's website for classes, descriptions, dates/times, locations, fees and registration. Allina Health and Park Nicollet patients can take a class at any Amma location.
In addition, Allina Health offers a library of educational videos for before and after the birth of your baby.
Prenatal mobile apps
- Allina Health's free mobile app, Beginnings: Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond.
- Park Nicollet's free mobile app, Caring for Mom & Baby.