Begin 2026 feeling supported, informed, and empowered at South County Health’s Center for Women’s Health – Newport.
Dr. Martha Moe and Sarah West Allen, CNM, are currently accepting new OB-GYN patients at our Newport location, providing compassionate, expert care for women at every stage of life, from routine wellness visits to prenatal and postpartum support.
FREE Childbirth Classes in Newport
Prepare for birth with confidence! South County Health offers free classes at the Newport County YMCA in Middletown, led by Victoria Gatling, BSN, RN, IBCLC, a trusted childbirth and breastfeeding educator. These sessions provide a supportive environment for learning, asking questions, and connecting with other parents.
Preparing for Birth Classes cover the following topics:
Stages of labor
Pain management options
Delivery expectations
Postpartum recovery preparation
Partner support strategies
When to come to the hospital
Newborn basics
Victoria combines evidence-based guidance with calm, reassuring instruction to help families approach birth with confidence. We also offer a free Breastfeeding Success class to give parents practical tools for feeding their newborn.
Learn more about the Center for Women’s Health at www.southcountyhealth.org/womens-health

