These free classes are one of the many ways South County Health supports the health and well-being of mothers, babies, and families throughout the region.
Classes fill quickly and are open to all participants—including those who are not South County Health patients, and regardless of where you plan to deliver.
Newport sessions will be held on on April 11, May 2 and June 13.
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Welcoming a new baby brings excitement, anticipation, and plenty of questions. To help parents feel informed and supported as they prepare for birth, South County Health is offers free childbirth education classes, now available to families in the Newport area.
These sessions are designed to give expectant parents the knowledge and confidence they need as they approach delivery and the early days of caring for a newborn.
Classes for Newport-area families are held at the Newport County YMCA and led by Victoria Gatling, BSN, RN, IBCLC, an experienced childbirth and breastfeeding educator. These welcoming sessions provide a supportive space for parents to learn, ask questions, and connect with others. Whether you’re expecting your first child or adding to your family, the classes offer practical guidance grounded in expert care.
South County Health’s free Preparing for Birth classes cover a range of important topics, including:
• The stages of labor and what to expect
• Pain management options during childbirth
• Preparing for delivery day
• Postpartum recovery and early healing
• How partners can provide support during labor
• When it’s time to come to the hospital
• Newborn care basics to help families feel ready from day one
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Victoria’s approach combines evidence-based education with calm, reassuring guidance—helping parents head into their childbirth experience feeling informed and supported.
In addition to Preparing for Birth, South County Health also offers a free breastfeeding basics class, giving families helpful tips and practical tools to support successful feeding in the early weeks.
Why South County Health?
At South County Health, maternity care is centered on the needs of each family. The health system’s Center for Women’s Health and Women and Newborn Care Unit are known for providing compassionate, personalized care throughout pregnancy, delivery, and recovery.
Families benefit from:
• Highly skilled OB/GYN teams
• A supportive environment focused on comfort and safety
• Coordinated care between maternity and newborn specialists
• A patient-centered philosophy that respects and supports your birth preferences
South County Health is proud to support families every step of the way—from pregnancy through labor, delivery and beyond.