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Childbirth Education Series
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Childbirth Education Series

Free

with Kelly Shannon

Calendar Current session started Sep 26, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks
1 additional session on Nov 7, 2024

This class should be taken after 28 weeks of pregnancy.

The childbirth SERIES and the MARATHON are the same curriculum. Please do not register for both. 

Registrations are limited to the pregnant person and ONE support person. The support person must also register to hold their spot.

This 6 week series will equip birthing persons and support persons with the knowledge and tools necessary for a healthy pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience.

Each week features a different topic. Topics include:

Week 1: Planning Your Birth and Healthy Pregnancy

Week 2: Labor and Birth

Week 3: Pain and Comfort

Week 4: Medical Interventions

Week 5: Newborn Hospital Procedures and Postpartum Care

Week 6: A brief overview of breastfeeding

At the end of this six week series participants will be entered into a raffle for a door prize. After each class participants can have a free shopping trip to our Baby Boutique.

Please arrive to class on time. Participants will not be allowed into class if more than 30 minutes late. 

**(Seats for this class are individual. If both partners are attending they will both need to register.) This class is held every other Wednesday at the same time. If class is cancelled for any reason, participants will be notified as soon as possible.**

*Please bring your own water bottle for use with our water dispensers. Snacks will be provided when they are available. Please feel free to bring your own food to class.*

Please bring your own water bottle for use with our water dispensers. Snacks will be provided when they are available. Please feel free to bring your own food to class.

(Empowered Motherhood: Strategies for Emotional Wellness in Postpartum in Spanish) Maternidad empoderada: estrategias para el bienestar emocional en el posparto

Free

with Patricia Mestas

Calendar Current session started Oct 1, 2024 at 11 am, runs for 4 weeks
1 additional session on Nov 5, 2024

Maternidad empoderada es una serie de cuatro semanas diseñada para ayudar a las mujeres embarazadas a superar los desafíos que pueden enfrentar durante el período posparto temprano. Si bien esta clase no es un tratamiento para la depresión posparto, su objetivo es brindarles a los participantes una comprensión de las emociones normales que se experimentan durante el período posparto, a menudo denominadas "tristeza posparto", y cómo reconocer cuándo estos sentimientos pueden indicar algo más. graves, como la depresión posparto. Los participantes también obtendrán herramientas para controlar el estrés durante el embarazo y el período posparto, establecer límites con sus seres queridos, pedir ayuda, comunicar sus necesidades e identificar recursos para apoyo adicional cuando sea necesario.

Asegúrese de llegar a tiempo, ya que los participantes que lleguen con más de 30 minutos de retraso no serán admitidos.

**Esta clase es exclusivamente para futuras madres. Para fomentar un espacio para el intercambio abierto y la vulnerabilidad, no se permite la asistencia de los socios. Si la clase se cancela por algún motivo, los participantes serán notificados de inmediato.**

Car Seat Safety Class

Free

with Tracey Luger

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 22, 2024 at 1 pm
1 additional session on Nov 26, 2024

Please arrive to class on time, doors will close 15 minutes after start time.This class covers an overview of infant and child car seat safety. We look at 5 types of car seats, how to properly install, and basic techniques to keep every passenger safe. Car seats will not be installed during this class, however, there will be an opportunity to practice installing your car seat after class or you may schedule an individual appointment with one of our car seat technicians for assistance.  Each participant may be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift card.

Please bring your own water bottle for use with our water dispensers. Snacks will be provided when they are available. Please feel free to bring your own food to class.

Baby and Me Movement

Free

with Monica Cazares

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 23, 2024 at 10 am
4 additional sessions through Dec 18, 2024

(Do Not Register Children)

Baby and Me Movement is a beautiful blend of movement, infant care/development, postpartum care and parent community building. 

  • This class is for parents and their non-mobile infants. 
  • Come enjoy songs, baby massage, infant care education, group discussion, and baby friendly stretching poses.
  • Build community and connect with other parents.

Please arrive to class on time. Participants will not be allowed into class if more than 30 minutes late. 

**(Seats for this class are individual. If both partners are attending they will both need to register.) This class is held every other Wednesday at the same time. If class is cancelled for any reason, participants will be notified as soon as possible.**

*Please bring your own water bottle for use with our water dispensers. Snacks will be provided when they are available. Please feel free to bring your own food to class.*

Prenatal Power: Energize Your Pregnancy!

Free

with Loany de la Garza Portilla

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 23, 2024 at 12 pm
4 additional sessions through Dec 18, 2024

This is an ongoing class that takes place every other Wednesday unless otherwise specified. Please sign up for every session you would like to attend.

This class is designed for pregnant persons to provide them with faced paced, energizing fun. Come dance and move while we also learn how to keep our body healthy while pregnant!

Please arrive to class on time, doors will close 15 minutes after start time.

Please bring your own mat if you have one, and a water bottle. Snacks will be provided when they are available. Please feel free to bring your own food to class.

Virtual-American Heart Association Health Lessons

Free
Calendar Next available session starts Oct 23, 2024 at 12 pm
7 additional sessions through Dec 18, 2024

Please arrive to class on time, access will be denied 15 minutes after class begins. These classes are part of the EmPOWERED series of classes offered in partnership with the American Heart Association. Each class focuses on a different health topic to assist participants in making healthy lifestyle choices. Participants may be entered into a raffle for a door prize after attending five classes.

Services Orientation and Enrollment Class for New Participants

Free

with Morgan Thurmond

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 25, 2024 at 11:30 am
1 additional session on Nov 22, 2024

This class is for anyone who is pregnant or a parent of a child under 3 and would like to start services with San Antonio Birth Doulas. Once you attend this class you will able to take advantage of all of the services that San Antonio Birth Doulas has to offer. Those who attend this class will be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift card. Food vouchers will also be available and participants can shop in our baby boutique for free. Lunch will be provided for those who RSVP at least 24 hours prior to the class date. Please also register your support person if they will be attending.  This class is for new participants only.

(Welcome Workshop in Spanish)Taller de Bienvenida

Free

with Patricia Mestas

Calendar Next available session starts Oct 29, 2024 at 10 am
4 additional sessions through Dec 17, 2024

Por favor llegue a clase a tiempo, las puertas se cerrarán 15 minutos después de la hora de inicio. Este taller de Bienvenida es obligatorio para todos los participantes de este programa. Donde los guiaremos desde la inscripción aclarando todas sus dudas y también lo conectaremos con un infinito de recursos comunitarios para el apoyo de su familia y al termino de este ustedes tendrán un mayor conocimiento que los ayudara a tomar mejores decisiones durante su embarazo y la crianza de sus hijos. 





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