Childbirth Preparation Unit
Personalized, Specialized, and Integrated Care Within the Hospital
Maternal Education Program at Ruber International Hospital
Pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period represent one of the most transformative stages in a woman’s life and that of her family. At the Childbirth Preparation Unit of Ruber International Hospital, we support this journey by providing knowledge, practical tools, and the guidance needed to experience it in an informed, safe, and mindful way.
Our Maternal Education Program is designed to provide confidence and peace of mind from the early stages of pregnancy through birth and the first stages of newborn care, promoting a positive experience and better physical and emotional adjustment.
Adequate preparation helps women understand the changes their bodies undergo, reduce uncertainty, and face each stage with greater confidence. It also contributes to a more satisfying birth experience, improved breastfeeding outcomes, and a more favorable postpartum recovery.
We always work in accordance with the latest scientific evidence and follow leading international recommendations, including the guidelines of the WHO (World Health Organization), SEGO (Spanish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics), and NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence).
Personalized, Specialized, and Integrated Care Within the Hospital
At the Childbirth Preparation Unit of Ruber International Hospital, we believe in a model of maternity care based on respect, information, and confidence.
Our goal is for every woman to feel empowered and at the center of her own experience, receiving close support through all the emotions that are part of this journey: excitement, doubts, changes, and fears.
The unit is fully integrated into the hospital environment and its clinical care protocols, providing greater reassurance, consistency, and continuity of care.
In addition, our direct coordination with the multidisciplinary team at Ruber International Hospital enables us to offer highly personalized care and, when necessary, facilitate prompt referrals to specialists in gynecology, physiotherapy, psychology, nutrition, and other areas related to maternal and child health.
We provide close and continuous support, with flexible care and meaningful assistance throughout the postpartum period as well, because welcoming a baby brings profound changes, and having a compassionate and specialized team can make a significant difference.
What Is Our Childbirth Preparation Program Like?
Our Maternal Education Program is designed to adapt to the different stages of pregnancy through practical, interactive sessions centered on the woman’s experience.
- When should childbirth preparation classes begin? Weeks 12–16 of pregnancy
- Total duration: 6 sessions
- Session length: 90–120 minutes
- Methodology: Interactive, evidence-based, and focused on the maternal experience
Program Sessions
Weeks 12–18
This session is designed to help participants understand pregnancy as a physiological process, promote physical and emotional well-being, and recognize warning signs.
Session content:
- Physiological and emotional changes during pregnancy
- Practical tools for managing common discomforts
- Healthy lifestyle habits: nutrition, exercise, rest, hygiene, ergonomics, pelvic floor care, skin care, and sexuality
- Routine medical monitoring and follow-up
- Emotional adjustment throughout each stage of pregnancy
- Warning signs
Second and third trimester
The aim of this session is to understand the labor process, reduce fear and uncertainty, learn pain-management strategies, and encourage informed decision-making.
Session content:
- The physiological process of labor and its stages
- How to encourage the onset and progression of labor from home
- Non-pharmacological pain-relief techniques: breathing, movement, positions, massage, support from a birth partner, water therapy, and music therapy
- Spontaneous onset of labor and when to go to the hospital
- Warning signs
- Medical interventions during labor
- Pushing and breathing techniques
Third trimester
Preparing for the postpartum period and understanding the physical and emotional changes associated with birth helps women experience this stage with greater confidence and well-being.
This session focuses on early bonding with the baby, maternal care, and emotional and family adjustment.
Session content:
- The first hours after birth
- Physical changes and postpartum care
- Warning signs
- Emotional adjustment and mood changes
- Potential emotional challenges
- Bonding with the baby
- Family adjustment
- Relationships, intimacy, and sexuality
- Practical recommendations for this stage
Third trimester
Breastfeeding is a physiological process that may sometimes require support and specialized guidance.
Our goal is to facilitate a safe and satisfying start to infant feeding, both for families who choose breastfeeding and for those who opt for formula feeding.
Session content:
- Breastfeeding physiology
- Keys to achieving a good latch
- Breastfeeding positions
- Baby hunger cues
- Prevention and management of common difficulties
- Breast milk expression and storage
- Formula feeding and safe feeding practices
- Available resources and support
Third trimester
This session is designed to increase confidence and safety in newborn care through practical knowledge and evidence-based recommendations.
Session content:
- Hygiene, bathing, and skin care
- Safe sleep
- Colic
- Weight gain
- Accident prevention
- Child car seats and safety restraints
- Warning signs
- Pediatric follow-up
Third trimester
Knowing how to respond to a neonatal or pediatric emergency can make a significant difference.
This is a highly practical session designed to equip families with the skills and confidence to respond effectively in critical situations.
Session content:
- Most common emergencies
- Choking prevention
- Fundamentals of neonatal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
- Basic choking response maneuvers
- Neonatal and pediatric CPR
If you would like to learn more about the Childbirth Preparation Unit or reserve your place in the Maternal Education Program at Ruber International Hospital, we will be delighted to support you throughout this journey.