Pregnancy and Parenting Classes

The Motherhood Center believes that every woman becomes an empowered mom when she has access to childbirth, parenting information and education. We provide group classes, private classes, and information sessions on childbirth, breastfeeding, newborn care, toddler care and child care. We even offer a class for soon to be Grandparents!

All of our education classes and information sessions are taught by Certified Professionals, Registered Nurses or Physicians. We limit the group size enrollment to create a supportive environment which encourages conversations with our expert staff and other parents. Most classes last a few hours and may span one or two days depending on the type and structure of the class.

We also offer private classes in your home or at the Motherhood Center. Many of our clients take advantage of booking a private class if they are on bedrest, unable to attend a scheduled class, or prefer a private group session with their extended family or women’s group. Give us a call if you would like to schedule a private class or for more information.

Pregnancy Classes & Preparing for Delivery

The 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.

PREPARED & NATURAL CHILDBIRTH

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The breastfeeding class at Motherhood Center 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.

BREASTFEEDING
CLASS

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Raise your comfort level with labor coping tips and techniques in a hands-on workshop. Explore ways to incorporate breathing, relaxation, and visualization throughout each stage of labor in order to manage anxiety, tension, and pain.

LABOR
REHEARSAL

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Everything needed to prepare for baby! 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.

NEWBORN
CARE CLASS

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This class is recommended for anyone who will be caring for infants or children. The CPR class focuses on how to prevent and handle the common childhood emergency of choking, and when to call 911 for assistance. This classroom course teaches adult Hands-Only™ CPR, adult AED use, child CPR and AED use, and infant CPR. The adult, child and infant skills are presented in three separate modules for added flexibility.

INFANT, ADULT,
& CHILD CPR

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Grandparents are an amazing resource for wisdom, support, and encouragement for expecting and new parents. Sometimes there’s uneasy tension between parents and the now grandparents simply because times and methods have changed. Help your parents get up to speed for the latest in newborn care and get them to register for this class. These topics, along with general newborn care tips are all covered in the grandparents refresher course.

GRANDPARENT
REFRESHER CLASS

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Infant massage is a wonderful and meaningful way to physiologically and psychologically bond with a child. Learn how to read your baby’s cues, contraindications, how to set the environment, which kinds of oils are safe to use on your baby and different methods of nurturing touch.

INFANT
MASSAGE

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Info Sessions

Not sure if you will be needing help? Each month, The Motherhood Center offers a FREE informational question and answer session for parents about the importance of having help after your baby arrives. Postpartum Doulas, Baby Nurses or Night Doulas offer rest and guidance by providing educational, emotional and physical support. Please Pre-register. No Charge.

WHAT IS A NEWBORN CARE SPECIALIST INFO SESSION

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During your last trimester your physician or midwife will ask if you have selected a pediatrician for your baby, and there's a good reason for it. The hospital requires a pediatrician to be listed upon discharge! But how do you select a pediatrician. Are they a fit with your parenting decisions? Register for our Free Information Session and learn the right questions to ask a potential pediatrician.

HOW TO SELECT A PEDIATRICIAN INFO SESSION

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Please join us with any questions you may have regarding The Motherhood Center’s nanny placement process. All are welcome! Please Pre-register. No Charge.