Childbirth Preparation

Childbirth Preparation is a 4-session course that provides you and a support person with essential information and support as you prepare for birth. Carried out over 12 total classroom hours, the class series reviews in detail what you need to know around your upcoming birth experience, utilizing a more slow-paced environment that allows you to build relationships with your instructor and the other participants in class.

Masks are optional for participants and instructors.

• Class topics include:
• Pregnancy basics
• Understanding labor and birth
• Medication and anesthesia
• The basics of Cesarean birth
• The early post-partum period

In addition to these class topics, you will have the opportunity over the class series to learn about and practice relaxation techniques and receive feedback from your instructor.

Class cost includes 6 months exclusive access to the See What You Read website, SeeWhatYouRead.com. This online resource is a companion to the class book and provides video clips, printable charts and checklists, interactive web tools, and much more. Access PIN number is provided during class. 

Class fee includes participant and one adult partner. Partners are encouraged to attend.

Class length: 4 class sessions, 3 hours each

Class cost: $249

Inova Well also offers a wide variety of fitness classes that are open to the community. For a full listing of Inova Well fitness classes click here. 



When you attend a childbirth education class with Inova Well, you know you are going to receive:

• Reliable, research and experienced based information
• An intimate environment where you can feel comfortable asking all your questions
• Compassionate instructors with many years of experience taking care of moms and babies
• Classes scheduled for days and times that are tailored to your busy life
• All the quality and standards you expect from the Inova Health System


Room: Lower Level Classrooms 1 and 2

Instructor: Anna Charalambous

Who should enroll: Expectant mothers 18 and older ONLY. Class fee includes participant and 1 adult partner. Coaches are encouraged to attend.

Area of Interest: Childbirth Education

Location notes: Our new location is across the street from the Inova Fairfax Hospital Emergency Room

Parking notes: Plenty of free parking - do not park in reserved spaces

Public transportation: Yes

Handicap access: Yes

Refund policy: Please click here to read the Cancellation, Refund, Transfer & Weather Policy.

Weather policy: Information about cancellations due to inclement weather or an area emergency can be obtained by calling the Inova Well weather hotline at 571-472-1438. Class cancellations do not always follow local public-school closings. To reschedule or request a refund for cancellation due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances call 571-472-1400, option 2 or email myinovawell@inova.org. Classes not rescheduled within 30 days of cancellation will automatically be refunded to the credit card used for registration.

What to bring:

Please bring a printed or electronic copy of your confirmation email to your class.

You may bring a yoga mat, exercise ball, or blanket to use during labor practice. Feel free to bring a snack and drink to enjoy during class. There are no vending machines and cafeterias nearby