OB Education

Congratulations on your pregnancy. Our goal is to provide the environment and experience to support the healthiest beginning for you and your family.

Hoag’s OB Education Registered Nurses offer a variety of both in-person, online and pre-recorded educational classes and support services to support families throughout the exciting journey of pregnancy and parenthood.

Get to Know Hoag’s Newport Beach and Irvine Locations

• Maternity Orientation – Newport Beach – In Person
• Maternity Tour – Newport Beach – In Person
• Maternity Tour – Newport Beach – Virtual
• Maternity Tour – Irvine – In Person 
• Maternity Tour – Irvine – Virtual

Pregnancy & Prepared Childbirth

• Prepared Childbirth Class – In Person
• Childbirth Preparation: Understanding Childbirth – Online Class

Preparing for Your Hospital Stay

• What to pack in your hospital bag?

Breastfeeding Resources

• Breastfeeding Class – In Person
• Breastfeeding – The First 24 Hours – Educational Video
• Breastfeeding – Education Video
• Pumping 2.0 – Educational Video
• Breastfeeding Clinic (After Baby Comes Home)

Get to Know Your Community

• Hoag Mom Walk

Newborn Care and Parenting

• Baby Care Basics – In Person
• Baby Safety – In Person
• 4th Trimester – Online Class 

Additional Pre, During and Postpartum Resources

• BabyLine/Breast Feeding Clinic 1:1 Consultations
• Hoag For Her
  • Services & On-demand Classes
  • Pelvic Health Program
• Hoag at Home Postpartum +
• Maternal Mental Health
• Nona – pregnancy support app
• Support Groups
• Finding a pediatrician
• Mindfulness Workshop for Pregnant & New Moms
• Hear Her – CDC resource to help partners, friends and family of pregnant or postpartum women recognize urgent warning signs that need medical attention.
• FAQ: Labor – How do I know it is time to have my baby?
• Beyond the Birth Plan