The doctors encourage first-time parents to enroll in childbirth classes, whether scheduled for vaginal delivery or cesarean. Our childbirth class is offered monthly on a Saturday and is designed for those who prefer a one-day workshop.

This is a fun, interactive class. Kelly has been teaching this class for AAOBGYN for 22 years. We will have a pediatrician speak at the class and we will discuss the basics of newborn care. We discuss the issues as it would pertain to either a vaginal or cesarean delivery. We discuss most of the interventions you may undergo in the hospital. Postpartum is such an important topic that deserves discussion, again whether delivering vaginally or by cesarean. This is an enjoyable class. We will break for lunch and will take a tour of the hospital. Couples receive lots of good information which will serve them well.

TOPICS THAT WILL BE COVERED:

• The process of Labor and Delivery
• Brief discussion of Lamaze and relaxation
• Pain control and anesthesia options
• Hospital experience
• Tips on choosing a pediatrician
• Discussion with a pediatrician about basic newborn experiences
• Tour of Labor and Delivery
• Discussion of cesarean delivery indications and process
• Postpartum care

COST: $100 per couple. Please make payment the day of the class. Please pay by cash, check, or Venmo. Checks would be payable to Kelly Reagan.

HOW TO REGISTER AND OR ASK QUESTIONS: Please email Kelly directly with your questions. To register, please email Kelly your desired class date + your name austinchildbirthclass@gmail.com

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS:

Jan 4, 2025
Jan 25, 2025
Feb 8, 2025
Mar 1, 2025
Mar 22, 2025
Apr 12, 2025
May 3, 2025
May 17, 2025
Jun 7, 2025
Jun 28, 2025
Jul 12, 2025
Aug 9, 2025
Aug 30, 2025
Sep 20, 2025
Oct 11, 2025
Nov 1, 2025
Nov 22, 2025
Dec 13, 2025
Jan 10, 2026

Kristie Willis, RN, BSN: Kristie has been a nurse for over 24 years at Austin Area OBGYN. She currently works for Dr. Robert Cowan but has also worked with all our physicians. She has taught our Newborn Care Class since March 2001 and Childbirth Classes since May 2008.

We will break for lunch on Saturdays and have 5-10 minute breaks throughout the class for both Wednesdays and Saturdays.

We have a tour of the hospital and also we have a virtual tour available here as well if you are joining our Live streaming class  https://kristiesclasses.com/learning-videos

TOPICS THAT WILL BE COVERED:

• Prepare expectant mothers and their partners for childbirth.
• Discuss hospital routine and policy.
• Discuss vaginal delivery and cesarean delivery.
• Discuss natural labor vs pain control vs anesthesia.
• Discuss postpartum care.
• Tour of Texas Women’s Center (Labor/Delivery, Postpartum, Nursery.)

COST: $100 In-Person and $90 for live Streaming

SCHEDULE:Two Consecutive Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm OR, One Saturday all day class, 9:00 am-4:00 pm

LOCATION: Office Waiting Room #100 (St. David’s Women’s Center for Texas) or Live Stream from anywhere on your Phone, Tablet, or Computer

HOW TO REGISTER and Dates: Visit Our class website to Register and see all dates available for both Newborn and Childbirth classes:  https://kristiesclasses.com/store

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UPCOMING WORKSHOPS:
Wed January 14 and 21, 2026
Sat February 07, 2026
Wed March 04 and 11, 2026
Sat April 11, 2026
Wed May 06 and 13, 2026
Sat June 13, 2026
Wed July 08 and 15, 2026
Sat August 15, 2026
Wed September 02 and 09, 2026
Sat October 17, 2026
Wed November 04 and 11, 2026
Sat December 12, 2026

Classes are held in the waiting room of Austin Area OBGYN, located on the first floor of the Women’s Center at North Austin Medical Center

TOPICS THAT WILL BE COVERED:

• Discussion and mannequin practice
• Mouth-to-mouth and nose rescue breathing
• Signs of circulation and chest compressions
• 1 rescuer CPR
• Relief of a choking infant or child
• Infant and child safety checklist  (such as: a car, indoor, outdoor and firearms safety)
• CPR for family and friends

Course cost: $50.00 per person

Dates:

• 11/4/25
• 12/16/25
• 1/6/26
• 2/3/26
• 3/10/26
• 4/7/26
• 5/19/26
• 6/9/26
• 7/7/26
• 8/4/26
• 9/1/26
• 10/6/26
• 11/10/26
• 12/15/26

Class size is limited; therefore, you must call and pre-pay to guarantee a place in the class.  Registration fee is non-refundable.

Mail checks (payable to Tracie Zinda) to: 
Tracie Zinda
12916 Bloomfield Hills Ln.
Austin, TX 78732

 Call or email for the date and time: 512-266-7091 | TracieZinda@gmail.com

 Tracie Zinda, RN, BSN: Tracie graduated from Texas Tech University with  a Bachelor’s degree in nursing.  She worked in the Seton Medical Center Labor and Delivery Unit for 1.5 years. She then joined AAOBGYN as a nurse.  Now she teaches Childbirth and Infant & Child CPR classes.

These classes are offered on Saturday mornings from 10am- 11:30am and will meet in our AAOBGYN office waiting room.

TOPICS THAT WILL BE COVERED:

• What to expect when baby arrives.
• What to expect when baby comes home.
• Child’s role as big brother or sister; holding, diapering, and feeding baby.
• Mini tour of labor and delivery floor and nursery.

WHAT TO BRING?:

• Your child’s favorite doll or teddy bear.
• Camera

COST:

• $30.00 per child, $20.00 each additional child.

This is a fun, interactive class, and snacks/drinks will be provided for the children.

HOW TO REGISTER AND OR ASK QUESTIONS: Contact Pauletta Gomez (512) 300-4819 or paulettag@aaobgyn.com.

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS:

• January 17, 2026
• March 7, 2026                             
• May 9,2026
• July 11,2026
• September 5,2026
• November 7,2026

Kristie Willis, RN, BSN: Kristie has been a nurse for over 24+ years at Austin Area OBGYN. She currently works for Dr. Robert Cowan but has also worked with all our physicians. She has taught our Newborn Care Class since March 2001 and Childbirth Classes since May 2008.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

• Understanding baby products: Learn about essential baby items, what you need, and what you can skip.
• Safe sleep practices: Understand safe sleep guidelines to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).
• Diapering, swaddling, and bathing basics: Practical skills for diaper changes, swaddling techniques, and bathing your Also how to deal with Umbilical cord and common causes of diaper rash.
• Breastfeeding formula feeding: Explore the benefits, challenges, and techniques for both feeding methods.
• Proper latching techniques: Essential for successful
• Feeding schedules and hunger cues: Understand your baby’s feeding patterns and
• Techniques for soothing a fussy baby: Learn calming strategies for a colicky or fussy
• Recognizing signs of illness: Understand common symptoms and when to seek medical
• Taking a baby’s temperature: Learn safe methods for measuring your baby’s
• Tips on choosing a pediatrician: Guidance on selecting a healthcare provider
• Cost:  $60 for in-Person and $50 Live-Streaming

LOCATION: Office Waiting Room #100 (St. David’s Women’s Center for Texas) or Live Stream from anywhere on your Phone, Tablet, or Computer

HOW TO REGISTER:Visit Our class website to Register and see all dates available for both Newborn and Childbirth classes:  https://kristiesclasses.com/store

Questions?   Email me at kristie.classes@gmail.com

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS:

Newborn Dates:
Wed January 28, 2026
Wed February 11, 2026
Wed March 25, 2026
Wed April 15, 2026
Wed May 20, 2026
Wed June 17, 2026
Wed July 22, 2026
Wed August 19, 2026
Wed September 16, 2026
Wed October 21, 2026
Wed November 18, 2026
Wed December 16, 2026