12200 Renfert Way, Ste. 100, Austin, TX

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Book Your Appointment: 512.652.7001

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Austin Area Ob-Gyn & Fertility is a top-rated obstetrics and gynecology practice serving patients in and around Austin, Texas. The multi-physician practice features advanced care options for women at all stages of life.

Located in Austin, Texas 12200 Renfert Way, Ste. 100, Austin, TX 78758

512.652.7001

Newborn Care

  • August 7, 2024

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

kristie register class

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

Important Insurance Update – Aetna & BCBS-TX Patients
 
Austin Area OBGYN wants to inform our patients that our contracts with Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBS-TX) are currently scheduled to end in early 2026 due to unsuccessful negotiations on updated reimbursement rates.

What you should know:

Aetna
  • We remain in-network through February 1, 2026
  • After that date, unless an agreement is reached, we may be considered out-of-network
  • Certain patients, including those 24+ weeks pregnant, may qualify for continuity-of-care coverage

BCBS-TX
  • We remain in-network through February 3, 2026 for PPO and HMO plans
  • We remain in-network through May 4, 2026 for Blue Advantage (BAV) plans
  • After those dates, unless an agreement is reached, we may be considered out-of-network
  • Certain patients, including those 24+ weeks pregnant, may qualify for continuity-of-care coverage

If you are Aetna or BCBS-TX patient, click here to read the full notice
 
Call our office: 512-652-7002
 
Sincerely,
Austin Area OBGYN Physicians
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