Newborn Care

Masks are optional for participants and instructors.

This is a must-have class for expectant parents. A skilled instructor introduces baby care basics and walks parents through hands-on practice.

• Topics include:
  • What to expect from your new infant
  • Holding and swaddling
  • Feeding
  • Bathing and diapering
  • Sleeping and safety
• Parents who plan to breastfeed should take a separate Breastfeeding class.
• 1 class session, 3 hours long
• Cost: $79
• Class fee includes participant and one adult partner. Partners/coaches are encouraged to attend.

Inova Well also offers a wide variety of fitness classes that are open to the community, including Prenatal Yoga and Mommy and Baby Yoga. 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: Suite 160- Ladies Board Education Center

Instructor: Maura Pencek-Kluttz

Who should enroll: Expectant mothers ages 18 and older. Children are not permitted in class. Your registration allows for one adult partner to attend the class with you.

Area of Interest: Childbirth Education

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 703-698-2444. 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 703-698-2441. Classes not rescheduled within 30 days of cancellation will automatically be refunded to the credit card used for registration. These non-registrant initialed cancellations, refunds and transfers will not incur a 20% processing fee.

What to bring:

Feel free to bring a snack or drink to enjoy during class.

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