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Birth & Parenting

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION

A four week course that provides the expectant mother and her support person with information on pregnancy, labor, birth, relaxation techniques and the early post partum period. Topics including medication, anesthesia and cesarean birth are also discussed.

CHILDBIRTH EXPRESS

Ideal for the busy couple, this abbreviated 6-hour course (one full day or two 3-hour sessions) covers pregnancy, labor, birth, medications and anesthesia and the role of the support person. Learn basic techniques for managing early  labor.

THINKING OF HAVING A BABY?

A one-session class designed for those considering parenthood.

ˇ Is pregnancy / parenthood for us?

ˇ Pre-conception planning

ˇ Financial aspects of childbearing

ˇ Working parents

ˇ Child care

 

CHILDBIRTH REFRESHER

A one-session class for families who have completed a childbirth class and are preparing for a subsequent birth.

BREASTFEEDING FOR SUCCESS

A one-session class for expectant parents that provides the important first steps toward successful breastfeeding.

ˇ Physiology of lactation

ˇ Establishing milk supply

ˇ Breast pumping and milk storage

ˇ Family adjustments

ˇ Managing common problems

PREPARANDOSE PARA SU BÉBE

A one-session class presented in Spanish that prepares families for labor and birth. It includes medications, relaxation techniques, role of the support person, newborn care and infant feeding.

 

NEW MOM’S GROUP

Bring your baby and meet other new mothers to discuss common situations and challenges of parenthood.  Birth to 6 months.  No registration necessary.

Baby Care

This course is a must for parents expecting their first child. Topics include:

ˇ Your newborn's appearance

ˇ Practical information on feeding, bathing, diapering, sleeping, and crying

ˇ Identifying illness

ˇ When to call the pediatrician

ˇ Safety

SIBLING PREPARATION

For children ages 2 to 7 years, who are expecting a new brother or sister.

ˇ Tour of postpartum area

ˇ Life with the new baby

ˇ Sibling visiting policies

ˇ Role of big brother / big sister

 

Grandparenting

A one-session class for new and soon-to-be grandparents.

ˇ Updates on newborn care and safety

ˇ Changes in birth practices over the years

ˇ Tips for grandparenting from a distance

Fitness & Nutrition

PRENATAL AEROBICS

A safe, total-body workout to help mothers-to-be prepare for childbirth.  Physician referral required.

 PRENATAL YOGA

For those beyond their 12th week of pregnancy. Teaches breathing techniques and gentle stretches to prepare for labor and birth.  Physician referral required.

POSTPARTUM YOGA

For the special needs of new moms.  Yoga poses help the body ease back into shape after childbirth.  Pre-crawling babies welcome in class.

POSTPARTUM PILATES

Designed for the special needs of new moms.  Stretch and strengthen the body, special attention paid to pelvic floor muscles.  Pre-crawling babies welcome.

YOGA FOR MOM & BABY

Includes yoga, stretching and massage both for new moms and their babies.  Designed to sooth and support the development of your baby’s body and help babies relax, sleep better and digest easier.  Babies 6 weeks to pre-crawling are welcome.

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