Community resources

It may not take a village to raise a baby, but it does take plenty of support, encouragement, and community. At Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula’s Family Birth Center, you can build relationships with people who understand what you’re experiencing. From new parent groups to childbirth and breastfeeding classes, our community offerings are an excellent way for you to build your support network.

Resources for pregnancy, birth and after delivery

Having a baby is a joyous experience that comes with significant challenges related to new routines, changes in roles and relationships, emotional struggles, and more. We can help you find:

  • Community resources
  • Lactation support
  • Father support
  • Perinatal mental health support
  • Grief and loss support
  • Warmlines and hotlines
  • Crisis resources

Download and view community resources for pregnancy, birth and after delivery [PDF]

Mental fitness before and after pregnancy

Pregnancy and the postpartum period affect everyone differently. These times can be joyful, challenging, and confusing all at once. Invite your support people to join you at mental health workshops as you embark on the pregnancy and postpartum journey. Designed to help you thrive and build optimal mental fitness, our classes include:

  • Mental fitness during pregnancy

  • Mental fitness during postpartum

  • Navigating fatherhood with a baby

  • Raising resilient babies

If you need support, we encourage you to reach out to the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)

Upcoming Classes & Events

  • Dec
    1
    Sunday
    12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
    Before delivering a baby at Community Hospital’s Family Birth Center, join this virtual meeting with a Family Birth Center nurse for a conversation about what to expect.
  • Dec
    1
    Sunday
    1:45 PM - 2:45 PM
    Before delivering a baby at Community Hospital’s Family Birth Center, join this virtual meeting with a Family Birth Center nurse for a conversation about what to expect.
  • Dec
    6
    Friday
    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    New parents are invited to join this free workshop about nurturing your mental health after having a baby. Get equipped with tools and resources to handle the surprises and normalcies of the “fourth trimester.”
  • Dec
    7
    Saturday
    11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    Join Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula's Family Birth Center for this free breastfeeding education class for expecting parents. This hands-on learning experience is led by an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant and Family Birth Center registered nurse.

Deliver at Community Hospital

Register to deliver at Community Hospital’s Family Birth Center and experience the best in labor and birth care.

Call today at (831) 625-4704 or register online to plan your stay.

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