Adolescent Pregnancy Program: Catholic Charities offers young moms and dads up to age 19 free parenting training, childbirth education and teen father support groups in schools and homes. 222-1294.


Asthma Education Class: Classes for individuals and families on the respiratory system, asthma triggers and medications. Free. Christus Santa Rosa Children’s Hospital. 704-2465.


Away We Grow: Class teaches fun ways to enhance your baby’s potential, including information on developmental milestones and strengthening your relationship with your baby. Topics include feeding, hand and foot development, tummy time, sensory development, maximizing strength/coordination/flexibility, encouraging speech and language development and keeping track of your child’s skills. Free. Must be a member of WomanPlus to attend. Join free at www.SAHealth.com. Methodist Healthcare. 575-0355 to register.


Baby Care Class: Three-hour single session baby care class offered to parents in their last trimester. Class includes topics such as diapering and bathing, sleep and crying patterns, normal newborn characteristics, hospital routines, and illness and safety. Both parents are encouraged to attend. Baptist Health System. 800-529-6839. Free. www.baptisthealthsystem.com.


Baby Safe Place: Information on safe furniture, toys and childcare activities for babies under age 1. Offered in English and Spanish. Available to those parents delivering at University Hospital. Free. 358-TALK (8255).


Baby “U” in a Day: An intensive guide to newborn care, breastfeeding, car safety seats and infant CPR for expectant parents and grandparents. Offered in English and Spanish. Class is free to those delivering at University Hospital. Others: $15. Completing this class qualifies you for a free car seat and installation. 358-TALK (8255).


Back to Work and Breastfeeding: Two-hour course designed for mothers who are planning to return to work but want to continue breastfeeding. Baptist Health System. 800-529-6839. www.baptisthealthsystem.com.


Baptist Child and Family Services: Offers various parenting classes. Call for schedules and locations. 832-5000. www.bcfs.net.


Baptist Children’s Home Ministries: Information for potential foster parents and intervention services to prevent abuse. 909 N.E. Loop 410, Ste. 800. 832-5000. www.bchm.net.


Boot Camp for New Dads: Class for expectant dads. Other classes available. Methodist Healthcare. 575-0355. www.sahealth.com.


Breastfeeding Back to Work: The Lactation Center at Methodist Women’s Center offers a class for breastfeeding mothers who are planning to return to work. Topics include breast pumps, storage and transportation of milk, overcoming breastfeeding obstacles in the workplace, the emotional aspects of returning to work, introducing a bottle and changes in baby’s feeding patterns. Call 575-0355 to register. WomanPlus members $5. Nonmembers $15. Join WomanPlus for free at www.sahealth.com.


Breastfeeding Bootcamp: Recommended for women in their second trimester, the University Health System program also includes a refresher session that can be scheduled at the time of delivery. Offered in English and Spanish. Free to women delivering at University Hospital. Others: $5. 358-TALK (8255).


Breastfeeding Class: Three-hour class prepares the expectant mother and family for breastfeeding. Topics include the advantages of breastfeeding, milk production, proper initiation of breastfeeding, pumping options and milk storage. Both parents are encouraged to attend. Baptist Health System. 297-7005. www.baptisthealthsystem.com.


Car Seat Safety: Class, instructed by a certified car seat technician, reviews how to correctly and safely install a car seat, assess car seat automobile compatibility and other safety considerations. Baptist Health System. 297-7005. www.baptisthealthsystem.com.


Child Protective Services: Informational meetings for families interested in foster care and adoption. 3635 S.E. Military Drive. 337-3117 or 800-236-7896 outside Bexar County.


Child Safety Seats 101: A 90-minute class recommended for parents and grandparents who are purchasing and/or installing child safety seats. The class is offered in English and Spanish. University Hospital. Free. 358-TALK (8255).


Childbirth Classes: Sponsored by San Antonio Birth Doulas. Topics relevant to expectant parents. 222-0988 ext. 204.


Cooperative Parenting: An eight-week class teaches parents involved in moderate to high conflict the harmful impact of their behavior on their children and helps them learn child-focused negotiation skills. San Antonio Kids Exchange. 733-3349. www.sakidsexchange.net.


Early ON: Kindergarten Readiness project helps parents, childcare providers prepare children up to age 5 for school. The Bright Ideas Cafe presents workshops and community events all year with educational activities for the entire family. Free and open to the public. Each family receives a free children’s book. Offered through the city of San Antonio’s Department of Community Initiatives. For more information visit www.earlyon-sa.org.


Exceptional Children: Stone Oak Therapy and Learning Institute offers clinical and educational programs for parents with special emphasis on exceptional children. Fees and schedules vary. 18587 Sigma Road, Ste. 200. 798-2273. www.stoneoaktherapy.com.


Family Forward: Family Service Association programs throughout San Antonio include parenting skills, education and support. Free. 299-2400.


Family to Family: Educational class presented by the National Alliance on Mental Illness for family members of relatives with a mental illness. The course is structured to help family members understand and support their ill relative while maintaining their own well-being. Free. Twelve-week course takes place 6:30-9 p.m. Mondays. Christ Episcopal Church, Room 100, 510 Belknap Place. To register, call 734-3349.


Friends and Family CPR: Three-hour non-certification basic child and CPR course geared to new parents, siblings and grand parents. Hands-on activities with CPR mannequin. Not recommended for mother in or past the seventh month of pregnancy. Recommended at least one month after delivery. Baptist Health System. 800-529-6839. www.baptisthealthsystem.com.


Great Wall China Adoption: Free monthly informational workshops for people interested in adopting children from China. www.gwcadopt.org.


Happy Lungs Asthma Management Program: Twelve-month program for families and children ages 5-11 with asthma includes working with an Asthma Counselor in group or individual meetings to gain asthma management skills, and decrease missed school days and hospitalizations for asthma. Goldsbury Center for Children & Families, Christus Santa Rosa Hospital, 333 N. Santa Rosa. 704-2464.


Infant and Child CPR Classes in Spanish: Monthly classes in Spanish are presented by an expert from Jumpstart CPR who provides the tools to recognize choking and airway obstruction, and basic CPR training to restore breathing and circulation. Free. 2-3 p.m. first Sat. Destination Maternity, 9802 Colonnade Blvd. To register, call 694-4692. www.destinationmaternity.com.


Infant CPR: Overview for expectant parents and grandparents interested in gaining a basic understanding of infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). University Hospital NICU. Free to parents delivering at University Hospital. Others: $5. 358-TALK (8255).


Life-skills Programs: Roy Maas’ Youth Alternatives offers programs for parents and children ages 6 to 17. Free. Call for schedule. 340-7971.


Newborn Care Class: The basics of newborn care for expectant parents and grandparents. Offered in English and Spanish. University Hospital. Free to parents delivering at University Hospital. Others: $5. 358-TALK (8255).


Parent Education: An eight-week course offered at the center and in workplaces, aimed at reducing stress in the family and providing essential information regarding child development, nutrition and discipline. San Antonio Kids Exchange. 733-3349. www.sakidsexchange.net.


Parenting for All: Workshops for parents of children of various ages. University Hospital. Free. 358-TALK (8255).


Parents as Teachers: An early childhood parent education and family support program serving families throughout pregnancy until their child enters kindergarten, usually age 5. Program is designed to enhance child development and school readiness. www.parentsasteachers.org.


Parents of Hearing-Impaired Children: Sunshine Cottage School for Deaf Children’s Parent-Infant Program teaches parents to help their hearing-impaired children learn to listen and talk. Includes both individual and group sessions, parenting programs and loaner hearing aids. 821-3718. www.sunshinecottage.org.


Pediatric CPR for Friends and Family: Infant/child CPR Pediatric Basic Life Support & Basic First Aid is a non-certifying course designed for parents, grandparents or older siblings of infants and toddlers. Cost is $40-$55. Includes cost of books for CPR and First Aid. Methodist Healthcare. 575-0261 to register. For lower rate, join WomanPlus free at www.sahealth.com.


Precious Minds New Connections: Parenting programs offered in English and Spanish at various locations. 10-week session; morning and evening classes available. Call for schedule. Free. Also, free childcare, meal and parenting book. Mexican American Unity Council. 978-0513 or 0519. www.mauc.org.


Precious Minds New Connections: Parents learn how to create a supportive environment for children up to age 4. Childcare and refreshments provided. Presented by Baptist Child and Family Services. Sessions held throughout San Antonio. Free. Call for schedules and locations. 224-9966.


Precious Minds New Connections (Northside): Enrichment classes use the “Early Years” curriculum for parents, grandparents and childcare providers of infants to age 3. Childcare, including snack, provided. Various locations in Northwest San Antonio. Free. 678-2989.


Precious Minds New Connection Parenting Classes: Parenting classes for parents of infant up to age 4. Eight-week session beginning Thu., Sept.4. Morning and evening classes available. Light refreshments provided. Jewish Community Center. Free. Also, free childcare. 210-302-6846 for reservations.


Precious Minds New Connections Parent Education Program: Course for parents of children birth to age 6 offers knowledge and support in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. Free. San Antonio Kids Exchange. 733-3349. www.sakidsexchange.net.


Precious Minds Parent Initiative: Works with parents of children under 4 to teach them parenting skills using the “Family Frameworks: The Early Years” curriculum. 862-2261.


Prepared Childbirth: Childbirth classes are designed to prepare the couple for various aspects of pregnancy, childbirth and parenting. Includes anatomy, labor and delivery, nutrition, relaxation and pain management during labor, newborn care, breastfeeding and care of mom after delivery. Nix Medical Center. 271-1966.


Prepared Childbirth: A 12-hour course offered in two formats: weekly evening sessions or two six-hour weekend sessions. A tour of the labor and delivery, postpartum and nursery units is included. Designed for mothers and their partners who have never attended preparation classes, the class covers many aspects of pregnancy and childbirth. Includes physical and psychological changes, hospital admission procedures and routines, Cesarean birth, pain management options and partner’s role in labor and delivery. Baptist Health System. 800-529-6839. www.baptisthealthsystem.com.


San Antonio Fatherhood Campaign: Support group, programs and class information referrals geared to supporting fathers of all ages and stages of life. 227-3463.


Sons to Dads: Helps prepare new dads as they transition into fatherhood. Dads receive the education, tools and practical hands-on experience that encourages their confidence and fosters trust with their partners. Baptist Health System. 800-529-6839. www.baptisthealthsystem.com.


Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Programs: Ongoing open enrollment. WIC offices at several locations. 225-1870. Christus Santa Rosa has a WIC program offering education and support. 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Mon.-Thu. 704-4180.