Happy and Healthy Pregnancy
Happy and Healthy Pregnancy
Without a doubt, having a baby is a life-changing experience. It can sometimes feel overwhelming as you prepare for the many changes you’ll face. By learning all about pregnancy, childbirth, and the basics of newborn care, you’ll feel better prepared and ready for the challenges ahead.
In this course, you’ll learn how the different stages of pregnancy will affect your body, your moods and emotions, and even your relationships. You’ll take a look at the latest nutrition, diet, and exercise information, how pregnancy can change your sex life, and how to financially prepare for your baby. You’ll even learn about ways you can cultivate a strong support network to help you through these transitions. You will review different types of childbirth preparation classes, how to choose your healthcare provider, and options for where you would like to give birth. The lesson also covers the basic physical aspects of childbirth and taking care of mom and baby after the birth.
The goal of this class is to help you feel more confident and calm in the many choices you have throughout your pregnancy and birthing time. The first step to a happy and healthy pregnancy is a happy and healthy you. This class is designed to inform, encourage, and support you during this amazing time of life.
Syllabus
- Lesson 1 – Pregnant! Now What?
- Lesson 2 – Eating for Two and Exercise
- Lesson 3 – Emotions in Motion
- Lesson 4 – Communication
- Lesson 5 – Understanding the Changes Your Body Is Going Through
- Lesson 6 – Sleep, Sex, and Other Things You Miss
- Lesson 7 – Social Trends and Pregnancy
- Lesson 8 – Practical Considerations of Pregnancy: Birth Options
- Lesson 9 – Financial Planning for Baby
- Lesson 10 – Birth Basics
- Lesson 11 – Life With a Newborn
- Lesson 12 – Taking Care of Mom
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 8 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
<ul><li>6 Weeks Access</li>
<li>Course Code: hhp</li>
<li>Start Dates* Jan 12 | Feb 09 | Mar 16 | Apr 13 </li>
<li>$187.00 USD</li></ul>
Denise Hopkins has taught childhood preparation classes for more than 10 years. She holds Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Jacksonville University and a master's in Human Relations from the University of Oklahoma. Hopkins has also taught a number of sociology classes in sexuality, marriage, and gender.
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