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Childbirth Education Series
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Childbirth Education Series

Free

with Kelly Shannon

Calendar Current session started Nov 7, 2024 at 6 pm

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.

Baby Signs

Free

with Kelly Shannon

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 12, 2024 at 11 am
2 additional sessions through Feb 20, 2025

(Do Not Register Children) 

This is an informational class designed to educate parents about the benefits of signing with their baby from an early age. Parents will leave with an understanding of the many benefits of signing with their baby and how to use the most common signs as well as how to incorporate the signs into their daily infant care routines. 

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.**

Conceptos Básicos de la lactancia Materna (Breastfeeding Basics in Spanish)
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Conceptos Básicos de la lactancia Materna (Breastfeeding Basics in Spanish)

Free

Por favor llegue a clase a tiempo, las puertas se cerrarán 15 minutos después de la hora de inicio.En esta clase se habla sobre los beneficios de amamantar a su bebe, Como funciona la lactancia materna, Cómo asegurar un buen agarre, Posiciones para amamantar, Posiciones para amamantar, cuando amamantar al bebe, Como asegurar que el bebe está consumiendo suficiente leche materna, Como extraer y almacenar la leche de materna. Los participantes que asistan a esta clase recibirán un extractor de leche manual Haakaa, limitado a uno por familia, y podrán participar en el sorteo de una tarjeta de regalo.

Prenatal Movement

Free

with Rachel Durden

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 16, 2024 at 10 am

This class is for pregnant persons and focuses on relaxation techniques and movements that are beneficial during pregnancy, childbirth, and recovery.

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.

(Welcome Workshop in Spanish)Taller de Bienvenida
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(Welcome Workshop in Spanish)Taller de Bienvenida

Free

with Patricia Mestas

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. 

Toddler Parenting
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Toddler Parenting

Free

with Sarah Davis

Please arrive to class on time, doors will close 15 minutes after start time.Toddler Parenting is designed to empower parents with practical application and understanding of child development and parenting practices. The class will review toddler development, parenting styles, ways to play, and age appropriate behaviors. Seats for this class are individual. If both partners are attending they will both need to register.

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.

Newborn Care Class #2 Practical Application
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Newborn Care Class #2 Practical Application

Free

with Sarah Davis

Calendar Next session starts Dec 17, 2024 at 6 pm

Please arrive to class on time, doors will close 15 minutes after start time.The class covers and discusses feeding, diapering, bathing, newborn health, and newborn safety. During this class you will have a chance to practice diapering, swaddling, and other elements of baby care. Those who attend may be entered in a raffle for a door prize, receive a pack of diapers and have a chance to shop for free in our baby boutique. Seats for this class are individual. If both partners are attending they will both need to register.

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.

Welcome Workshop (Hybrid)

Free

with SABD Doulas

Calendar Next session starts Dec 17, 2024 at 6 pm
15 additional sessions through Jul 29, 2025

Please arrive to class on time, doors will close 15 minutes after start time.The Welcome Workshop is a class for all program participants who have already completed their in person intake. Please call and schedule your intake prior to taking this class. This is a hybrid class and can be taken in person or virtually. If this class is attended in person you will be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift card, you can shop the boutique, and you will receive a door prize. During this workshop we will introduce you to our diverse program services, guide you through the sign-up process, and clarify expectations for your participation.  We will also connect you with invaluable community resources to support your family's well-being. You and your family will leave this session understanding the tools we offer to help meet your goals and feel educated and empowered during pregnancy and/or parenting! 





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