Mercy is committed to education. When anticipating a new experience, confidence comes from knowing what to expect. All of our classes are personalized, interactive, taught by certified childbirth educators and held in our conference center. Our comprehensive curriculum is designed so that you can participate in array of classes free of charge; from the moment you realize you are pregnant through your last trimester and beyond.

Our Recommendations

It is recommended that you register for all classes during your first trimester. For the ideal learning experience, we suggest the following schedule:

• First trimester: Great Expectations and Baby Finance
• Second trimester: Breastfeeding Essential, Baby Basics, Postpartum Adjustments and Multiple Blessings
• Third trimester: Prenatal Classes (or Fast Track), Refresher, Boot Camp for New Dads and Sibling Class

Mercy also offers Infant CPR and First Aid classes. Please contact Mercy Nurse at (515) 2-HEALTH for more information.

Great Expectations, Prenatal Class and Refresher all include a tour of the Women & Infants’ Center as part of the class.  However, if you'd like a tour before your class, click here for dates and times.