Infant health, care and safety

This class covers everything you need to know about different types of car seats, installing a car seat, using the buckles and straps, and securing a baby or child in the seat. Led by experts from the Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Injury Prevention team.

Data shows that nearly 80% of all infant car seats are installed incorrectly. Learn the right way to keep your new baby safe.

This class is free.

Practice hands-on CPR and choking techniques with baby and child-sized mannequins. You will also learn how to use an automatic external defibrillator. This class uses the American Heart Association’s “Family and Friends” CPR course, and you will receive an AHA resource book to take home. This class is not for certification.

Prevent accidents and injuries of infants and children by learning about home safety products, poisons and what to do in an emergency. This class will also cover basic first aid for allergic reactions, broken bones, burns, cuts and falls.

This pediatrician-led virtual class covers what to expect when you bring your baby to the doctor. Learn about well-baby checkups, immunizations, sick baby visits and other pediatric recommendations.

This class is free.

Learn about practical baby care topics that will help you to feel more confident in your ability to care for your newborn. This class is open to all types of caregivers (parents, grandparents, day care providers).

This class and the "Understanding Birth" class present duplicate content. We recommend only registering for one or the other.