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  • LVHN Raising A Family - Bootcamp for Dads

  • Your Baby’s Coming. We’ll Help You Get Ready.

    Lehigh Valley Health Network proudly offers Boot Camp for New Dads® (aka Daddy Boot Camp®)—a unique, father-to-father workshop that helps first time expectant fathers get ready for the challenges ahead in a supportive environment. Fathers-to-be who attend the workshop leave feeling more confident and prepared for the exciting journey ahead, armed with inspiration, knowledge, and skills focused on their role as the father, caregiver, and supporter of both mom and baby.

    What You’ll Learn:
    • Dad’s role at the hospital
    • Holding, burping, changing & swaddling
    • Soothing a crying baby
    • Bonding & forming a new family
    • Supporting mom – physical, emotional, etc.
    • Breastfeeding basics
    • Managing stress, work/life balance & emotions

    Workshop Format:
    • Hour 1: Candid talk with veteran dads
    • Hour 2: Hands-on practice with real babies
    • Hour 3: Additional Discussion and Interactive Q&A

    Date and Time:
    Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
    Location:
    Parent Education Classroom
    1243 S. Cedar Crest Blvd.
    Suite #303
    Allentown, PA 18103
    Registration Cost:
    $30 course fee
    Fee includes a personal copy of "Crash Course for Dads-To-Be" authored by Greg Bishop.
    If you need financial assistance please contact darin.hall@Jefferson.edu.
    Registration Timing:
    Ideal timing to attend this program is 2 to 3 months prior to estimated due date.
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  • Are you in need of an LVHN provider?  If so, please click here to view our list of Obstetrics and Gynecology providers.

  • Although course content is geared towards adult, heterosexual cisgendered male first time fathers, we accommodate all types of unique and diverse family dynamics. In order to help us prepare, please advise us in advance about your particular situation.

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