Before Baby Wellness Program

Before Baby Wellness Program

Are you pregnant with a due date between the end of August and early September? Consider joining Gundersen’s Before Baby Wellness (BBW) Program!

• EMBRACE the journey of pregnancy.
• LEARN about your changing body and overall health.
• JOIN other expecting individuals in a group setting. 

We're here for you every step of the way. 

Included in the program:

• Five, two-hour class sessions throughout pregnancy and a postpartum celebration
  • The first session will be in March 2023 (see dates below)
• Private meetings with a midwife for questions and tracking baby’s progress
• 30 minutes of exercise at each session
• Education and guidance on behavioral health, nutrition, physical therapy and lactation
• A three-month YMCA membership including childcare (Y-Watch) during classes

Before Baby Wellness gives you a unique opportunity to be part of a supportive community during pregnancy. We'll help enrich your pregnancy journey by providing education on your changing body and overall health, as well as bring other pregnant individuals together for a collaborative group experience. 

Session dates and details

Each session will take place in the morning (between 8 a.m.- noon) and includes a private meeting with a midwife, an educational group activity and 30 minutes of exercise. 

13-week session, March 1, 2023—Activity and education focus: nutrition, behavioral health 

16-week session, March 22, 2023—Activity and education focus: pelvic floor therapy

24-week session, May 17, 2023—Activity and education focus: nutrition

34-week session, July 26, 2023—Activity and education focus: lactation

38-week session, August 23, 2023—Activity and education focus: physical therapy, behavioral health

Due date:  September 6, 2023 (approximately)

Postpartum celebration, October 18, 2023—Celebrate and discuss the birth and postpartum experience, as well as connect with other participants involved in the program!