Planning your family
 Thank you for considering the RMH Family BirthPlace for the birth of your baby. The birth of a baby is a life-changing event. Planning and learning about prenatal and infant care can help this be a positive and fulfilling experience. Because the needs of families vary, we offer many classes and services for mothers-to-be and their families. For most classes, we suggest that both you and your partner or support person attend. The pre-registration counselor will discuss classes that will be most beneficial to you and your family.
Things to do before your baby is born
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Preregister |
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Take a tour of the RMH Family BirthPlace conducted on the
first Sunday of every month from 1-2 p.m. |
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Take prenatal classes. These classes are offered at RMH. To register call 540-564-7300 |
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Choose your baby's pediatrician or healthcare provider. |
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Talk to your spouse or significant other about breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, circumcision and birth control. |
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Complete the birth preferences form given to you at pre-registration. |
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Get an NHTSA-approved car seat and practice installing it and taking it out of your car. Know how to use it! |
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Get a firm mattress that fits the baby's crib. |
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Pack a goody bag (slippers, night gown, chap stick, toothbrush and paste, other personal items, radio/CD player, snacks, one baby outfit and blanket to go home in, massage "toy" and lotion to massage your back). |
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Have a plan for getting to RMH when labor starts; plan babysitting for older children. |
For more information or questions about the RMH Family BirthPlace, please call 540-564-7300 or email us at ashinnem@rhcc.com.
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