South Shore Hospital Babies

12/29/2025

If you're having challenges with breastfeeding, you're not alone. Our Lactation Support Group can give you the guidance you need for a smooth start to breastfeeding your baby.

Led by nurses certified in lactation counseling, this in-person support group covers breastfeeding basics and beyond. You do not need to have given birth at South Shore Hospital to attend.

Our breastfeeding support group meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. and is for nursing moms only, guests and co-parents cannot attend the sessions.

Learn more and register for an upcoming session: https://hubs.ly/Q03Yxd6H0

12/28/2025

Did you know that 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/Q03YlWDh0

12/27/2025

Our free childbirth education series, Preparing for Labor and Parenthood continues Tuesday, Dec. 30 with the topic Your Care in the 4th Trimester.

Join Melissa DiNunno, CNM for this informative, virtual program that guides expectant parents through pregnancy, birth and beyond!

Classes are held via WebEx Tuesday evenings at 6 p.m. and attendance for all sessions is not required -- simply sign up and drop in!

Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q03YxrVx0

12/26/2025

“There was so much great information. I’d definitely recommend this for new grandparents who will be caring for their grandchildren.”

Terri Walsh learned a lot about the changes in childcare through our unique Understanding Grandparenting class.

The two-hour virtual program is a refresher course for grandparents on caring for a new baby, focusing on changes in infant care, safety measures, and health practices that have taken place since they had their own babies.

Learn more about Terri's experience: https://hubs.ly/Q03Yld3c0

Sign up for an upcoming class:https://hubs.ly/Q03Yl6yw0

12/25/2025

Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year! 🎅🎄☃️

12/24/2025

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. Learn more and sign up for an upcoming session:

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

12/23/2025

Preparing for the unexpected in labor is the topic of tonight's Preparing for Labor and Parenthood class.

Join Melissa DiNunno, CNM for this informative, virtual program that guides expectant parents through pregnancy, birth and beyond!

Classes are held via WebEx Tuesday evenings at 6 p.m. and attendance for all sessions is not required -- simply sign up and drop in!

Register: https://hubs.ly/Q03YxtB20

12/22/2025

Our Lactation Support Group is a great resource for new moms breastfeeding for the first time.

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.

The group meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. and is for nursing moms only, guests and co-parents cannot attend the sessions.

Learn more and register for an upcoming session: https://hubs.ly/Q03Yl1yw0

12/21/2025

We've expanded our Prenatal Aquatic Fitness program!

We're now offering two class sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-6 PM and 6-7 PM. The cost is $40 per month/four classes.

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

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

Prenatal Aquatic classes are perfect for expecting mothers looking to stay active and improve core strength, increase energy level, and work on flexibility before their little one arrives.

12/20/2025

Grandparents to be, who are planning for a new childcare role can learn a lot in South Shore Health's Virtual Understanding Grandparenting class.

This unique virtual program is a refresher course for grandparents on caring for a new baby, focusing on changes in infant care, safety measures and health practices that have taken place since they had their own babies.

Learn more and sign up for an upcoming session: https://hubs.ly/Q03Yl6vk0

12/19/2025

If you're planning to breastfeed, our Ready for Breastfeeding class can help get you and your baby off to a smooth start.

In this prenatal program, 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 for our next session:https://hubs.ly/Q03YK18Q0

12/18/2025

Our popular childbirth education series, Preparing for Labor and Parenthood continues Tuesday, Dec. 23 with the topic Preparing for the Unexpected in Labor.

Join Melissa DiNunno, CNM for this informative, virtual program that guides expectant parents through pregnancy, birth and beyond!

Classes are held via WebEx Tuesday evenings at 6 p.m. and attendance for all sessions is not required -- simply sign up and drop in!

Register here:

Pregnancy is a journey, and this free virtual series is designed to help guide parents-to-be from early pregnancy through a healthy birth and beyond.