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April 2025: We are delighted to share that our website will undergo some enhancements in the coming months to improve your online experience. Please stay tuned for the new and improved platform coming soon. 4/28/25: Due to the expected severe weather tonight, we have postponed the prenatal class #4 to 5/5/25. If this impacts you, you have received an e-mail with further directions.

Cesarean Birth Class

If you are planning a scheduled cesarean birth or anticipate that a cesarean birth will be necessary, this class is for you.

Topics include:

  • Indications for a cesarean birth
  • Preparation for cesarean birth
  • Medical procedures
  • Your partner’s role
  • Your recovery
  • Family time and support
  • A virtual tour of the Family Birth Center facilities

Please note: Some dates of our Cesarean Birth classes are being held via Mayo Clinic's use of the Zoom platform. Zoom classes are noted next to the dates below.

All registered participants will receive a confirmation email within one hour after registering (be sure to check your e-mail junk folder if you don't see the e-mail in your inbox). Please contact us immediately (phone: 507/266-7473 or email: perinataleducation@mayo.edu) if you do not receive an email.


Additional information

Time: 6:30p.m. to 9:00p.m.
Length: One class, 2.5 hours
Fee: $ 20.00

Choose start date

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For information on registering, cancellation policy, payment policy, etc. please click here.

Day Date Type Location Fee Vacancies Map
Monday June 9, 2025
(6:30p.m. to 9:00p.m.)
In Person Classroom $ 20.00 4 View
Thursday August 7, 2025
(6:30p.m. to 9:00p.m.)
In Person Classroom $ 20.00 7 View
Tuesday October 28, 2025
(6:30p.m. to 9:00p.m.)
In Person Classroom $ 20.00 8 View