Childbirth Education Calendar

If you are interested in exploring natural childbirth, an orientation class is needed. To schedule an orientation for Natural Beginnings at Atrium Medical Center, call (513) 974-4291.

In-Person Classes

Friday, January 30, 2026

MVH Berry Women's Health Pavilion Maternity Tour

Need a walk-through of the Berry Building? This tour is for you!

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Free

Saturday, January 31, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, February 2, 2026

MVH Berry Women's Health Pavilion Maternity Tour

Need a walk-through of the Berry Building? This tour is for you!

11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Free

Monday, February 2, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

MVH Understanding Your Newborn Series

Are you anxious about caring for your newborn? This class is for you!

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

$40 or Medicaid card- Paramount, CareSource, and Molina included

Friday, February 6, 2026

MVH Berry Women's Health Pavilion Maternity Tour

Need a walk-through of the Berry Building? This tour is for you!

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Free

Saturday, February 7, 2026

MVH Understanding Your Newborn

Are you anxious about caring for your newborn? This class is for you!

9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

$40 or Medicaid card- Paramount, CareSource, and Molina included

Monday, February 9, 2026

MVH Berry Women's Health Pavilion Maternity Tour

Need a walk-through of the Berry Building? This tour is for you!

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Free

Monday, February 9, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Saturday, February 14, 2026

MVH Berry Women's Health Pavilion Maternity Tour

Need a walk-through of the Berry Building? This tour is for you!

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Free

Monday, February 16, 2026

MVH Berry Women's Health Pavilion Maternity Tour

Need a walk-through of the Berry Building? This tour is for you!

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Free

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Understanding Birth Childbirth Preparation Series

Pregnant and unsure of the labor and birth process? This class is for you.

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

$60 or Medicaid card Paramount, Care Source, Molina included.

Saturday, February 21, 2026

MVH Breastfeeding Success

Equips you with knowledge and resources for your breastfeeding journey.

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Miami Valley Hospital
1 Wyoming St.
Dayton, OH 45409

$10, no cost for Medicaid card holders (Paramount, CareSource, Buckeye, and Molina included)

Saturday, February 21, 2026

MVH Berry Women's Health Pavilion Maternity Tour

Need a walk-through of the Berry Building? This tour is for you!

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Free

Sunday, February 22, 2026

MVH Berry Women's Health Pavilion Maternity Tour

Need a walk-through of the Berry Building? This tour is for you!

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Free

Friday, February 27, 2026

MVH Berry Women's Health Pavilion Maternity Tour

Need a walk-through of the Berry Building? This tour is for you!

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Free

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Family Beginnings Birth Center Refresher Course

Natural childbirth refresher class: review birth, coping & postpartum c...

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Free

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, March 9, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, March 23, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, March 30, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, April 6, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, April 13, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, April 20, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, April 27, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Family Beginnings Birth Center Refresher Course

Natural childbirth refresher class: review birth, coping & postpartum c...

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Free

Thursday, April 30, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, May 4, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, May 11, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, May 18, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Saturday, May 23, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Family Beginnings Birth Center Refresher Course

Natural childbirth refresher class: review birth, coping & postpartum c...

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Free

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, June 1, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, June 15, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Saturday, June 20, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, June 22, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Family Beginnings Birth Center Refresher Course

Natural childbirth refresher class: review birth, coping & postpartum c...

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Free

Thursday, June 25, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Monday, June 29, 2026

Family Beginnings Orientation

Family centered care in a home-like setting. LDRP

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Miami Valley Hospital Berry Building
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409

Free

Online Childbirth Education

When to attend: Between 32 and 36 weeks of pregnancy

Understanding Birth - $60

Know what to expect during labor for a vaginal or cesarean birth. This convent online learning option allows you to access essential information about labor and delivery. This eClass focuses on in-depth preparation for the birth experience.

Topics include: pregnancy, labor, birth stories, comfort techniques, medical procedures, cesarean births, newborns and postpartum. 

Understanding Natural Childbirth Techniques - $40 

This eClass is designed to build on the information and skills learned in a standard childbirth preparation class. This online natural birth class is intended for those planning a birth with few to no medical interventions.

Topics include: Introduction to Natural Childbirth Techniques, Pain in Childbirth, Planning for Birth, relaxation, Mindfulness Practice, Coping techniques, Personal stories of natural childbirth

Understanding Multiples - $40

This class will highlight the unique information about pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding and early parenting and managing daily routines for families expecting more than one baby. This is a wonderful overview. Feel free to involve other family members in the course. Consider taking the Understanding Birth e-learning course if you would still like more education about the birth process. 

Understanding Breastfeeding - $10

Learn the art and science of providing the perfect nutrition for your baby before baby's arrival. Emphasis is on strategies to promote successful breastfeeding.  

Topics include: how to avoid common breastfeeding issues, dispelling breastfeeding myths and tips on ensuring an adequate milk supply. Information about returning to work and pumping is also covered. 

Understanding Your Newborn - $40

Babies don't come with directions, but this class gives new parents the how to's of basic infant care and parenting skills for navigating the first weeks and months of new parenting!  

First time parents and other caregivers are encouraged to take this e-learning class. (grandparents, etc.).  

Content includes tips and tricks for feeding, diapering and bathing; introduction to CPR and choking instructions for infants, details on infant safety and child-proofing your home; information regarding cloth diapers, environmentally safe baby care products and cleaners; and lots more!