Frequently asked
questions.
Quick answers on how BBU classes compare with hospital classes, which classes to take, Spanish classes and breastfeeding.
Before you
choose a class.
Can I take these classes If I am having a home birth or birth center birth?
Yes. These classes are for families planning a birth center or home birth as well as a hospital birth: Comfort Measures is written for hospital, birth center and home birth, and Intro to Childbirth covers what to expect at a hospital or home birth. Our classes teach you how to think through your options and understand the setting you are in.
What is the difference between your classes and the classes that my hospital offers?
Our classes are comprehensive, hands-on, communication and activity-based. They include a helpful and easy-to-implement workbook. Hospital-based classes are larger and typically lecture-style, shorter, non-interactive and not as comprehensive.
How do I know what classes to take?
Most of our birthing classes are geared for medicated or unmedicated births. The focus is informed decision-making and communication with your partner and healthcare provider. We strongly believe that your options can help you have an improved birth outcome.
Do you offer classes in Spanish?
Our Spanish classes are listed on our Clases en español page.
Should I take a breastfeeding class?
We highly recommend taking a breastfeeding class if you plan on breastfeeding. Our breastfeeding class comes with a very helpful workbook and is more comprehensive than most hospital-based classes.
What makes Birth & Baby University different?
BBU’s classes and trainings are taught by Anna Rodney, M.Ed., a former special education teacher with more than a decade in the classroom and 15+ years supporting families. Every class includes a workbook and is self-paced, so you can learn from anywhere and pick up again when you have time.
Are the classes self-paced?
Yes. BBU’s family classes are online and self-paced, so you can pause when you need to and pick up again when you have time.
How long do I have access to a class?
Access is to your account rather than to a window of time, so a class you have enrolled in stays in your account.
Do I need both Bringing Home Baby and Newborn Care 101?
No. If you take Bringing Home Baby you do not need Newborn Care 101. Bringing Home Baby focuses on life after birth, postpartum recovery and your first weeks at home. Newborn Care 101 is hands-on infant care.
Is there a discount if I want several classes?
Yes. The All Access Class Pass includes five core classes for $149 instead of $405 if bought separately.
Are BBU classes HSA or FSA eligible?
All classes are affordable and may be HSA and FSA eligible.
Is BBU certification accepted by benefit companies?
BBU certification is accepted by Carrot, Maven and other workplace benefit companies and Medicaid programs in some states.
Where do I get help signing in or finding my workbook?
See Platform support.
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