Maternity & Women’s Programs
The Information and Support You Need
Contact
Labor & Delivery
(803) 791-BABY (2229)
Patient Education
803) 791-2318
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To register for any of our community classes; please visit our registration site for information and scheduling.
Pregnancy & Delivery
Preparing for your special delivery
Tours for the Expectant Family
Tours of the labor and delivery, nursery and post-partum areas can be arranged. Tours are included in “Your Special Delivery” and “Super Sibling” courses.
- Cost: None
- Where: Birth Center - 2nd Floor / South Tower (378 Entrance)
- Tours are:
2nd Monday of each month, 6:00pm & 7:00pm
3rd Thursday each month, 6:00pm & 7:00pm
4th Saturday of each month, 10:00am & 11:00am - Contact: (803) 791-BABY (2229)
Your Special Delivery (Four Sessions)
A four-session class designed to prepare you for the childbirth experience. Meets once a week for four weeks. Space is limited.
- Cost: $50
- Contact: (803) 791-2318
Your Special Delivery (One session)
A one-session class designed to prepare you for the childbirth experience. Space is limited.
- Cost: $50
- Where: Birth Center
- When: Meets one Saturday per month from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Contact: (803) 791-2318
Birth Partner: Labor Doula
Guiding the birthing mother and her family through the birth process.
- Contact: (803) 791-BABY (2229)
Pre-Natal Yoga
Pre-natal yoga will help stengthen the uterus and pelvic muscles, improve circulation, aid in digestion, exercise the spine and increase overall comfort. Yoga can also alleviate many of the discomforts of pregnancy such as nausea, constipation, varicose veins, swelling, back pain and sciatica.
Where: Health Directions – West Columbia
Instructor: Randa
Cost: $80 per session for members and LMC employees, $100 per session for non-members
To Register: Call (803) 791-2113
Instructor Contact: Call (803) 781-4644
When: Mondays 5:30 p.m. – 6:20 p.m.
February Sessions: Feb 1-22, 2010
March Sessions: March 1-22, 2010
April Sessions: April 5-26, 2010
May Sessions: May 3-24, 2010
Postpartum
Beyond Birth: Postpartum Doula Service
Assisting with care for the new mother and her baby.
- Contact: (803) 791-BABY (2229)
Caring for You and Your Baby
Learn how to care for you and your baby after delivery.
- Cost: None
- When: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Contact: (803) 791-2318
Your Special Touch: Infant Massage
This is a certified 3-week class that meets for 1-hour each week. Massage helps promote nurturing between you and your baby. Parents often find that their baby sleeps better, fusses less, and gains more weight when massaged regularly. Infant massage can help improve colic, excessive gas, and constipation. To participate, infants should be at least 4 weeks old and not yet crawling.
- Cost: $60 (Discounts of $30 offered for families participating in Your Special Delivery class)
Breast-feeding
Covers the advantages of breast-feeding. Learn tips and techniques as well as weaning and returning to work.
- Cost: None
- When: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
- Contact: (803) 791-2318
Super Sibling
Designed to help children between the ages of 3-10 prepare for the arrival of your new baby.
- Cost: None
- When: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
- Contact: (803) 791-2318
Infant/Child CPR Class
Learn how to perform CPR, respond to choking and discuss related safety issues for infants or children. No written test required. Space is limited.
- Cost: $10 per family
- When: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
- Contact: (803) 791-2318
Other Classes
Women’s classes include:
Preparing for Hysterectomy
Prepares you for upcoming surgery and teaches you how to take care of yourself afterwards.
- Cost: None
- When: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
- Contact: (803) 791-2318
Further Resources
Ob/Gyn Physicians
View a list of our affiliated Ob/Gyn physicians.
Health Directions Wellness Center
Health Directions is the Wellness Division of Lexington Medical Center that promotes healthy lifestyles through its wellness programs and exercise.
Women’s Services
Our nationally recognized center provides women with comprehensive services and thoughtful care.
