(Do Not Register Children)

This class is taught by our Child Life Specialist and 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 mobil, 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.**

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.

This class covers essential child safety topics: car seat safety, baby-proofing, and sleep safety. We'll discuss a car seat check-up, securing your home against common hazards, and creating a safe sleep environment to reduce risks like SIDS. Through expert advice and practical tips, you'll gain confidence in protecting your little one. 

Walk-ins are welcome, or sign up here. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

In English

12:30 pm - Car Seat Safety

1:30 pm - Sleep Safety (attend & receive a sleep sack)

2:30 pm - Baby-proofing (attend & receive a babyproofing kit)

Bring a pregnant friend or someone parenting a child under 3 years old!

Snacks will be provided. All attendees can shop our boutique, and receive a produce box (if you attend all 3 classes), a full package of diapers, and more! 

Esta clase cubre temas esenciales de seguridad infantil: seguridad en el asiento del auto, medidas de seguridad para bebés y seguridad para dormir. Hablaremos sobre la revisión del asiento del auto, cómo proteger su hogar contra peligros comunes y cómo crear un ambiente seguro para dormir para reducir riesgos como el SMSL. Con consejos de expertos y consejos prácticos, ganará confianza para proteger a su pequeño.

Se aceptan visitas sin cita previa o inscríbase aquí. Las sesiones se ofrecen en inglés y español.

español

12:30 p. m. - Seguridad para dormir (asista y reciba un saco de dormir)

1:30 p. m. - Seguridad en el asiento del auto 

2:30 p. m. - Medidas de seguridad para bebés (asista y reciba un kit de seguridad)

¡Traiga a una amiga embarazada o a alguien que tenga un niño menor de 3 años!

Se ofrecerán refrigerios. Todos los asistentes pueden comprar en nuestra tienda y recibir una caja de frutas y verduras (si asisten a las 3 clases), un paquete completo de pañales y mucho más.

Please arrive to class on time, doors will close 15 minutes after start time and those arriving late will need to sign up for the next class.  You are encouraged to take this class with your newborn to 6 months old, non mobile baby.Our infant massage instructor will discuss the benefits of infant massage for both infants and parents. The instructor will also instruct participants as they engage their babies in a gentle massage. This includes learning the various massage strokes and how to recognize their  baby’s cues, as well as massage techniques for gassiness and colic.  You may bring an extra receiving blanket and a yoga mat or heavy quilt  to put the baby on during the massage, or utilize one of the yoga mats we have available. Seats for this class are individual. If both partners are attending they will both need to register. Each participant who attends 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.

Please arrive to class on time, doors will close 15 minutes after start time.Attend this class to feel empowered about baby wearing alternatives and learn about many types of baby carrier styles and uses. Feel free to bring your own baby carrier for assistance with how to wear it properly.

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.

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 be 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. Doors will close 15 minutes after start time and late participants will be asked to sign up for the next class.

This class will cover the basics of breastfeeding. Topics will include:

• the benefits of breastfeeding
• how breastfeeding works
• getting a good latch
• positions for breastfeeding
• when to feed baby
• making sure baby is getting enough milk
• pumping and storing milk
• troubleshooting

Participants who attend this class will receive a Haakaa manual breast pump, limited to one per family, and may be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift card and can shop in the Baby Boutique.

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.*