Education & Support Groups

Our education classes ensure that expecting mothers have the knowledge they need to care for their newborns and feel empowered to do so.

Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding is one of the most beneficial gifts a mother can give her baby. While both a beautiful and intimate way for a mother and baby to bond, it also offers many physical and emotional benefits for the baby, which include lower risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), and reduction of illnesses and infections including ear infections, gastrointestinal issues and allergies.

There are benefits for mom, too. Those include lowering the rate of occurrence to have type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, breast and ovarian cancer and weight loss after pregnancy.

But even with all the benefits, we also know there can be challenges. That’s why Infirmary Health offers board-certified lactation consultants, as well as a range of other resources, to help new mothers on this important journey.

Watch (from 6:22) - Learn about breastfeeding basics and benefits.

Safe Sleep

Infirmary Health's birth centers are committed to reducing infant sleep-related deaths by promoting and educating on best safe sleep practices.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, there are around 3,500 sleep-related deaths among babies in the United States each year. Safe sleep practices are designed to reduce the chances of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), accidental suffocation, and other deaths related to unsafe sleep practices. Thanks to safe sleep practices, sleep-related deaths like SIDS are on the decline; however, it is important that all healthcare providers and parents know how to create a safe sleep environment.

The American Academy of Pediatrics created this acronym to help parents quickly recall safe sleep recommendations. The ABC’s of safe sleep are:

A – Baby should always sleep ALONE

B – Baby should sleep on their BACK

C – Baby should sleep in a CRIB

For more information:
Cribs for Kids
Parents and Caregivers - SIDS | CDC

Watch (from 2:33) - Learn about safe sleep practices to help reduce the risk of SIDS.

Car Seat Safety

Proper car seat use is one of the most effective ways to protect your child in the event of a crash. Always choose a seat that fits your child’s age, weight, and height, and make sure it’s installed correctly. Rear-facing seats are safest for infants and toddlers, and children should remain in booster seats until seat belts fit properly.

Watch (from 4:41) - Learn more about tips for choosing and installing car seats correctly.

Family and Maternal Classes

Childbirth Education
Newborn Care & Infant Safety
Breastfeeding
Super Sibling - By Appointment Only
Baby Bistro - Lactation Support Group

Visit our events page to find an upcoming class near you.

Moms-In-Training

Moms-In-Training is a medically based and health fitness program for expecting and new mothers. This complimentary program provides a free fitness membership during pregnancy and for three months after delivery to women who plan to deliver at Mobile Infirmary, Thomas Hospital, or North Baldwin Infirmary. A physician’s release is required. Find a fitness center near you.

Mothers' Milk Depot

Infirmary Health is proud to partner with the Mothers’ Milk Bank of Alabama (MMBAL) to help provide safe, pasteurized donor breast milk to babies in need.

All donors undergo an extensive screening process, including a medical history review and blood screenings for major diseases. Donated milk is pasteurized and frozen to help ensure its quality and safety.

Breast Milk Donation Locations

Thomas Hospital Birth Center — Fairhope

Thomas Hospital is the only breast milk donation location in Baldwin County.

Address: 750 Morphy Ave., Fairhope, AL 36532
Location: Birth Center, 4th floor
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Appointments: No appointment necessary.
Questions? Call 251-279-1175 regarding your drop-off.

Drop-Off Directions:

Enter through the hospital’s main entrance and turn right toward the elevators.
Take the elevator to the 4th floor.
Exit the elevator and locate the Birth Center on the right.
Pick up the black phone to notify the front desk that you are dropping off a milk donation for MMBAL.

Women’s Health Alliance of Mobile

Our Mobile donation depot is located at Women’s Health Alliance of Mobile and is open to approved donors Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Become a Milk Donor

Interested in becoming a volunteer breast milk donor? Learn more about donor eligibility and the screening process through the Mothers’ Milk Bank of Alabama.