Inside your womb

Childbirth classes

We make it easy for you to go to childbirth classes. Just call the hospital where you will have your baby to find out about when the classes are. Plan to take childbirth classes starting about week 30 of your pregnancy. Classes often meet once a week for about six weeks. Some hospitals have classes in Spanish too.

You don’t have to worry about the costs for the classes. Classes are available to Mercy Care Plan members at no cost. Mercy Care Plan will help with a ride to your childbirth classes if you can’t find one.

Getting ready

You will need to have everything ready ahead of time.

Have your things packed and ready for the hospital. Your doctor may have a list of things you will need.

  • Be sure you have a car seat for the baby. The hospital will not let the baby go home without one.
  • If you have other children let them know you will soon be going to the hospital to have the new baby.
  • Make plans for someone to watch your children when it’s time for you to go to the hospital.

4350 E. Cotton Center Blvd.,
Bldg D, Phoenix,
Arizona 85040
Mercy Care Plan Member Services
7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday
602-263-3000
Toll-free 800-624-3879

Mercy Care Advantage Member Services
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
602-263-3000
Toll-free 800-624-3879
Select the Mercy Care Advantage option

If you or a family member has a medical emergency, dial 911.