BIRTHING, BREASTFEEDING & NEWBORN CARE CLASSES
Choose from my childbirth and newborn classes to get the education & support you need to feel confident in birth and caring for baby.
BIRTHING, BREASTFEEDING & NEWBORN CARE CLASSES
Choose from my childbirth, breastfeeding and newborn care classes to get the education & support you need to feel confident in birth and caring for baby.
Parenting is the most rewarding, exhausting, exhilarating ride of your life. -Anonymous
Childbirth Prep
There is so much information to filter through between the internet and family and friends telling you the do's and don'ts of having a baby. It can get overwhelming and stressful trying to piece everything together just in time before your little one arrives.
Having evidence-based information is best to have to become informed in order to plan for your birth experience. Partners are encouraged to attend as well.
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Making thoughtful decisions about your birth plan, provider and other preparations to align with your beliefs around birth.
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What to expect in pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum. Nutrition and exercise for a healthy pregnancy.
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Stages of labor and birth and how to navigate, recognize and cope with each stage including non-medicinal comfort techniques
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Education on the risks, benefits and alternatives for medical procedures for you and the baby to make the best decision for your family
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Planning ahead for postpartum recovery, bonding with baby, and how breastfeeding can assist with this.
UPCOMING CLASSES
Group childbirth classes are offered as a 4-week series.
Classes will meet virtual and in-person.
February Group Childbirth Prep Classes Dates and Times:
*Tues. Jan. 30, 2023 Childbirth Prep Class 1 (Virtual) 7:00 pm-8:30 pm EST
*Sat. Feb. 10, 2023 Childbirth Prep Class 2 (In-Person) 11:00 am-12:00 pm EST
*Tues. Feb. 13, 2023 Childbirth Prep Class 3 (Virtual) 7:00 pm-8:30 pm EST
*Sat. Feb. 24, 2023 Childbirth Prep Class 4. (In-Person) 11:00 am-12:00 pm EST
Register now for February Group Childbirth Prep Classes!
Newborn Care Class
Uh oh! Your baby has finally arrived, it has been a long 9 months and you have patiently been waiting the arrival of your little one. Maybe this is baby #2 and you just need a refresher and have a few questions to make you feel a little more confident. This might even be your very first baby and you are absolutely clueless on what everything is supposed to look like when it comes to taking care of a newborn.
The Newborn Care class has you covered. You will walk away with confidence and understanding how to respond to your newborn's needs. You should definitely consider taking this class before your baby arrives and partners are encouraged to attend as well.
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Adjusting to life as new parents, and bonding with your baby.
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What's normal? Recognizing baby cries, hunger cues, changing appearance, and the stages of development
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Feeding baby, including breastfeeding and bottle feeding
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Baby care basics, including diapering, health and hygiene, and babywearing.
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Creating a Safe sleeping environment
Breastfeeding Basics
Breastfeeding. It can be exciting because you're able to feed and provide the nourishment for your baby. It can also feel daunting and painful all at the same time. I know you just need a little more guidance and reassurance that you can do this. Latching, hunger cues, milk ducts, bottles, pumping, the list goes on and on of what you need to know when it comes to breastfeeding.
This class will give you all the confidence, resources and knowledge for a good foundation to breastfeed your baby. You should definitely consider taking this class before your baby arrives and partners are encouraged to attend as well.
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Supporting healthy milk production and what to do during growth spurts and cluster feeding.
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Getting a good latch, and how to know baby is getting enough milk
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Breast care (mastitis, clogged ducts, etc.)
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Breast pumping & hand expression, and milk storage safety
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How partners can provide support with feeding baby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Classes should be taken at the beginning of your 2nd trimester.
Newborn baby care and/or breastfeeding classes can be taken anytime during pregnancy. It is best to take them prior to baby being born so you can be prepared which will make for a smoother transition. Breastfeeding classes can also be taken after baby is born and one-on-one appointments can be scheduled as well.
Parents are encouraged to attend classes to prepare for an unmedicated, medicated, low-interventions or no interventions birth. The classes will teach techniques to help with labor, comfort measures, and how to communicate with the healthcare team for a hospital birth or home birth setting.
A sign up link will be available above the class description. Reach out to me for more information.