For children two years old and above

Help siblings-to-be feel special about their new role! Our one-time class for children (ages two years and above) and their expecting parent/s teaches swaddling, diapering, and handling a newborn with the use of life-like dolls.

Children receive a certificate of completion and a big brother/sister button to wear to the hospital when they meet their new sibling.

Please note that if you are attending a class at UM, all children under the age of 16 must undergo a Health Screening (for Communicable Disease) at a Mott Hospital Security Screener Desk (2nd level) each day prior to visiting the Birth Center. Please allow a few minutes before your class begins to complete the screening.

Instructor: Kim Mitchell

I have a B.S. degree in Early Childhood Education and have worked with young children in various settings for the past twenty years. My family of four children enjoy camping, gardening, and being involved in all types of sporting events- soccer, football, track, wrestling, and Lacrosse. I have taught the Becoming Brothers and Sisters class at Lamaze Family Center for eight years and I teach Parent-Toddler Playgroups. Each time I teach I marvel at the unique and special qualities each child and family brings to the group. This is a career I find most satisfying.

Class Details

Customers who registered for this class also registered for:

• Lamaze Review Workshop
• Parent Toddler Playgroup
• Signing Smart - beginner
• TheraCare Infant & Baby Massage

Helpful Hints

This class is appropriate for children two years of age and older. 

To make your experience more enjoyable, please be sure to leave sufficient time for travel and for parking. Feel free to bring a camera to document your child's fun experience.

To read our refund/cancellation policy, please view our "Contact Us" page. 

Where to meet:

Classes at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital: Park outside the building labeled 5305 located off of Elliott Dr. on the south side of the hospital complex (parking Lot P). Enter the lobby and take the elevator to the second level. Turn left and go through the double doors into the Education Center and look for classroom #1. Wheelchairs are available at Emergency.

Classes at U of M: The class will gather in the Maternal Child Health Center lobby by Big Bird and then proceed to the OB/GYN Clinic/Women's Health Resource Center on level 1. If you arrive late, ask for directions at the information desk. If you park in the structure, bring your ticket to class for reimbursement. Wheelchairs are available at the entrance.