Join AMI Assistant to Infancy teacher Deidre Lodrig as she leads a group of parents in weekly discussions about developmentally appropriate toys and clothing for the newborn child up to age 5 months. Tap into the core of your crafting ability, creating natural toys and clothing that are developmentally appropriate. Basic materials provided and creativity is encouraged so feel free to coordinate with your nursery decor!

This class prepares families who are looking to offer their baby a home environment that optimizes natural development for the first year of life.

How to prevent and handle the common childhood emergency of choking, and when to call 911 for assistance. This class is recommended for anyone who will be caring for infants or children.

Our Prepared Childbirth class focuses on breathing, relaxation, and delivery to help reduce fears about labor which can result in decreased tension and pain. This class will prepare the expectant mom and her partner with everything she will need before going to the hospital.  Our instructor utilizes visual aids, discussion, and practice, practice, practice!  Each couple will receive a comprehensive childbirth booklet to keep.

Topics Include: diapering, bathing, feeding techniques, sleep deprivation, proper hygiene, umbilical cord and circumcision care, calming techniques, bedtime routines and how to help understand your baby’s needs and maintain a good relationship.

Topics include: diapering, bathing, feeding techniques, sleep deprivation, proper hygiene umbilical cord and circumcision care, calming technique, bedtime routines and how to help understand your babies’ needs and maintain a good relationship. All topics will be geared for multiples.

The breastfeeding class at The Motherhood Center is taught by Renee Bowling RN, Certified Breastfeeding Educator, and offers moms and their partners information on learning the art of breastfeeding. Topics include: the benefits of breastfeeding, how to get off to a great start, hospital policies and procedures and how they impact breastfeeding, latching and positioning the baby at the breast and how to be sure your baby is getting enough milk. Potential breastfeeding difficulties will be covered and information on how to overcome these issues.  We also discuss the differences in breast pumps, how to know what type of pump you need based on your circumstance, making the most of pumping, and pumping and nursing while working outside the home.

Experience a bond with your unborn child through the joy and marvel of music. Babies can hear as early as 15 weeks after conception. Their senses are stimulated through sound and rhythm. The classes meet once a week for five weeks. Expectant mom and dad are welcomed to connect with their baby by singing songs and playing simple instruments. Early communication will help the unborn child recognize mom and dad’s voice at birth.

Classes are taught by Music Director Dr. Ana Treviño-Godfrey, a classically trained professional singer and mother. She received her Doctorate of Music at Rice University and is a soprano soloist for Mercury Baroque and music researcher.