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Newborn Care Class -Taking Care of Your Newborn

Free
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 20, 2026 at 6 pm
2 additional sessions through Mar 17, 2026

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.

Virtual Newborn Care-Taking Care of Your Newborn

Free
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 20, 2026 at 6 pm
2 additional sessions through Mar 17, 2026

This class is for expecting parents and will cover:

  • What to expect after the baby has been born 
  • Feeding and Burping Baby
  • Bathing Baby
  • Diapering Baby
  • Health and Safety for Baby

We’re excited to offer virtual options for many of our classes and look forward to having you join us online!

To help ensure a smooth and engaging experience, please take a moment to review the following guidelines for attending virtual classes:

New to virtual classes? If you haven’t attended a virtual class with us before, please call our office ahead of time so we can set you up for remote services.

Camera requirement: All participants are required to keep their cameras on during class as part of our program standards.

Screen name: Please make sure your screen name matches the name you registered with.

Remote signature: Don’t forget to use the link provided to sign your remote signature before the end of class.

Following these steps helps us maintain a supportive and interactive learning environment. Please note that not meeting these requirements may result in removal from the class.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you in an upcoming session!

 

 

Please arrive to class on time. Participants will not be allowed into class if more than 15 minutes late. 

**(Seats for this class are individual. If both partners are attending they will both need to register.)If class is cancelled for any reason, participants will be notified as soon as possible.**

Virtual Self Advocacy

Free
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 21, 2026 at 7 pm
11 additional sessions through Dec 16, 2026

Pregnancy is a deeply personal journey, and navigating the healthcare system can be overwhelming. This course is designed to equip expecting parents with the knowledge, confidence, and communication skills needed to advocate for themselves throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum care.

Participants will explore:

  • What self-advocacy means in the context of prenatal and birth care.
  • How to communicate effectively with healthcare providers.
  • Creating and using a birth plan to express preferences and values.
  • Strategies for making informed decisions and asking the right questions.
  • Navigating unexpected changes during labor and delivery.
  • Understanding systemic challenges and how to advocate within them, especially for parents from marginalized communities.
  • The role of partners and support people in advocacy.

 

Led by experienced birth professionals, this course offers practical tools, real-life scenarios, and supportive guidance to help parents feel empowered and respected in their care journey. Whether you're planning a hospital birth, home birth, or something in between, this class helps ensure your voice is heard and your choices are honored.

We’re excited to offer virtual options for many of our classes and look forward to having you join us online!

To help ensure a smooth and engaging experience, please take a moment to review the following guidelines for attending virtual classes:

New to virtual classes? If you haven’t attended a virtual class with us before, please call our office ahead of time so we can set you up for remote services.

Camera requirement: All participants are required to keep their cameras on during class as part of our program standards.

Screen name: Please make sure your screen name matches the name you registered with.

Remote signature: Don’t forget to use the link provided to sign your remote signature before the end of class.

Following these steps helps us maintain a supportive and interactive learning environment. Please note that not meeting these requirements may result in removal from the class.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you in an upcoming session!

 

 

Please arrive to class on time. Participants will not be allowed into class if more than 15 minutes late. 

**(Seats for this class are individual. If both partners are attending they will both need to register.)If class is cancelled for any reason, participants will be notified as soon as possible.**

Learning Through Play- Infants

Free
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 22, 2026 at 10 am
1 additional session on Feb 5, 2026

(Do Not Register Children)

This class is designed to be an interactive class that engages parents and infants in play while teaching parents about the different developmental milestones as they move through the available activities.

  • Parents will leave with ideas on how to facilitate play at home with their babies.
  • This class is designed for infants and babies that are not mobile.

Please arrive to class on time. Participants will not be allowed into class if more than 15 minutes late. 

**(Seats for this class are individual. If both partners are attending they will both need to register.) 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.

Learning Through Play- Toddlers

Free
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 22, 2026 at 12 pm
1 additional session on Feb 5, 2026

(Do Not Register Children)

This class is designed to be an interactive class that engages parents and infants in play while teaching parents about the different developmental milestones as they move through the available activities.

  • Parents will leave with ideas on how to facilitate play at home with their infants. 
  • This class is designed for older babies who are mobile, toddlers and children under 3 years old. 

Please arrive to class on time. Participants will not be allowed into class if more than 15 minutes late. 

**(Seats for this class are individual. If both partners are attending they will both need to register.) If class is cancelled for any reason, participants will be notified as soon as possible.**

Marathon Childbirth Class

Free

with Kelly Shannon

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 24, 2026 at 10 am

Please arrive to class on time, doors will close 15 minutes after start time.This class should be taken no earlier than 28 weeks of pregnancy.This class is our entire childbirth class series all in one day. We will cover Planning Your Birth and Healthy Pregnancy, Pain and Comfort Measures, Labor and Delivery, Medical Interventions, Postpartum and Newborn Care, and Breastfeeding Basics. Priority for this class is given to those who would not otherwise be able to attend a 4 weeks series due to their schedule or quickly approaching due date. Please do not sign up for this class unless you are able to attend the entire session. 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.

 

 

Virtual Marathon Childbirth Class

Free

with Kelly Shannon

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 24, 2026 at 10 am

Please arrive to class on time, participants will not be admitted 15 minutes after start time.This class should be taken no earlier than 28 weeks of pregnancy.

This class is our entire childbirth class series all in one day.

We will cover -

  • Planning Your Birth,
  • Pain and Comfort Measures,
  • Labor and Delivery,
  • Medical Interventions,
  • Postpartum and Newborn Care. 

Seats for this class are individual. If both partners are attending they will both need to register.

Those attending virtually may pick up a workbook and activity packet at our office prior to class.

We’re excited to offer virtual options for many of our classes and look forward to having you join us online!

To help ensure a smooth and engaging experience, please take a moment to review the following guidelines for attending virtual classes:

New to virtual classes? If you haven’t attended a virtual class with us before, please call our office ahead of time so we can set you up for remote services.

Camera requirement: All participants are required to keep their cameras on during class as part of our program standards.

Screen name: Please make sure your screen name matches the name you registered with.

Remote signature: Don’t forget to use the link provided to sign your remote signature before the end of class.

Following these steps helps us maintain a supportive and interactive learning environment. Please note that not meeting these requirements may result in removal from the class.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you in an upcoming session!

Virtual Baby-Led Weaning/Starting Solids

Free
Calendar Next available session starts Jan 27, 2026 at 1 pm

How do you know if your baby is ready for something besides breast milk or formula? Take this class when your baby is between 3 and 6 months of age to learn all the cues of readiness for solid foods, what and when to introduce them, how much to give. Seats for this class are individual. If both partners are attending they will both need to register.

 





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