South Shore Hospital Babies

02/11/2026

If you're planning to breastfeed, South Shore Health's Virtual Ready for Breastfeeding class can help get you and your baby off to a smooth start.

Board-certified lactation consultants and experienced nurses teach proper positioning, feeding frequency, how to read your baby's hunger signs, the importance of skin-to-skin contact and offer helpful hints for a successful breastfeeding experience.

Register here for the next session: https://hubs.ly/Q040zYb20

02/10/2026

Great news for moms to be! South Shore Health's Prenatal Aquatic Fitness program has expanded and offers two sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-6 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. The cost is $40 per month for four classes.

Instructed by an exercise therapist in an 83-degree pool, our prenatal aquatic class can help improve core strength and flexibility, condition the musculature used during pregnancy and birth, ease lower back pain and boost energy levels.

Class size is limited. Learn more and register: https://hubs.ly/Q040zDy20

02/09/2026

There's still space available in the next Infant/Child Safety and CPR class.

Perfect for parents and caregivers, the course teaches CPR and choking relief for infants and children along with other safety topics, like baby proofing your home, poison prevention and proper car seat use.

Registration is required for the classes which are held at South Shore Hospital. Learn more and sign up: https://hubs.ly/Q041DRRp0

02/09/2026

Where in the hospital do lactation consultants see patients? You may be surprised!

Michelle and Hilary offer insight on the role of a hospital-based IBCLC:

For moms who experience challenges with breastfeeding, an international board-certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) can be a vital resource. Hilary and Michelle discuss their roles as IBCLCs at South Shore Hospital.

02/08/2026

Our Childbirth Preparation course helps prepare new parents for the labor and birth process as well as post-partum recovery.

Learn breathing and relaxation techniques and guided imagery exercises for labor, as well as information about breastfeeding and newborn care.

Partners are welcome and encouraged to attend the classes but do not need to register.

Learn more and sign up:

Our one-day course will help you develop an understanding of labor, the birth process, and postpartum recovery.

02/07/2026

At South Shore Hospital, we recommend the Golden Hour to all birthing parents and newborns who are medically stable.

Our Birthing Unit Team discusses this special period after birth, including the short- and long-term health benefits.

Learn more:

The Golden Hour refers to uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact between a birthing parent and newborn for the first hour (or two) after birth. Learn more about how the benefits of this special period.

02/06/2026

Research shows pregnancy and parenting classes can reduce stress and benefit parents long after birth.

We're proud to offer a full suite of both in-person and virtual classes perfect for parents, grandparents, and other caregivers.

Classes include:

➡️ Childbirth Preparation
➡️ Ready for Breastfeeding
➡️ Newborn Essentials
➡️ Infant/Child CPR & Safety
➡️ Understanding Grandparenting

Learn more about each class and sign up: https://hubs.ly/Q041DsJB0

02/05/2026

South Shore Health's Prenatal Aquatic Fitness program is a great way for expectant moms to improve core strength, condition the musculature used during pregnancy and birth, ease lower back pain and boost energy levels.

Classes are led by an exercise therapist in an 83-degree pool with sessions held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-6 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. The cost is $40 per month for four classes.

Class size is limited. To learn more and register call 781-624-4367, email CEP@southshorehealth.org or visit: https://hubs.ly/Q03_mWCc0

02/04/2026

Do you know what to do in an infant-or child-related choking or breathing emergency? Learn the skills that can help save a young life by registering for one of our upcoming Infant/Child Safety and CPR classes.

Perfect for parents and caregivers, the course teaches CPR and choking relief for infants and children along with other safety topics, like baby proofing your home, poison prevention and proper car seat use.

Registration is required for the classes which are held at South Shore Hospital. There is still space available in our winter sessions. Sign up here:

The Family & Friends® CPR Course teaches child CPR, infant CPR, and relief of choking in a child or infant.

02/03/2026

Our next Virtual Childbirth Preparation class will be held in two sessions and meets Tuesday, Feb. 10 and Tuesday, Feb. 17 from 6 to 9:15 p.m.

This informative course will help prepare new parents for the labor and birth process as well as post-partum recovery. Learn breathing and relaxation techniques and guided imagery exercises for labor, as well as information about breastfeeding and newborn care.

Partners are welcome and encouraged to attend the classes but do not need to register.

Learn more and sign up here:

This two-session virtual course will help you develop an understanding of labor, the birth process, and postpartum recovery.

02/02/2026

Did you know that we have the state's only Level III NICU located in a community hospital?

Our NICU providers are dually affiliated with both South Shore Hospital and Boston Children's Hospital, ensuring your baby receives expert care.

Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q040yBgs0

02/01/2026

New moms breastfeeding for the first time can find the guidance and support they need through our Lactation Support Group at South Shore Hospital MA

Led by nurses certified in lactation counseling, this in-person support group gives guidance on latches, milk supply, nursing positions, pumping, nutrition for nursing moms, and more. You do not need to have given birth at South Shore Hospital to attend.

The Lactation Support Group is for nursing moms only, guests and co-parents cannot attend the sessions. Learn more and register for an upcoming session: https://hubs.ly/Q040z3WP0