Breastfeeding Baby (previously Early Weeks class) (0 - 4 months)
This popular New Mom's Group class meets weekly. No charge or registration to attend.
Includes baby weight check. Private classes are also available.
Every Tuesday 11:30 am - 1:00 pm (Free – No registration necessary).
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Breastfeeding the Infant (4 - 11 months)
Infant nutrition, extended nursing options, sleep patterns. For parents of babies older
than four months. Babies are welcome! Private classes also available.
Last Thursday of Month 11:30 am - 1:00 pm (Free – Register in advance).
Register online.
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Breastfeeding Preparation (Prenatal) Meet with a Board Certified
Lactation Consultant before birth for the most up to date
information. This personalized class is designed to fit within a lunch
break. Private classes also available.
1st and 3rd Wednesday of Month 11:30 am - 1:00 pm (Free – Register in
advance).
Register online.
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Breastpump Basics
Includes breastpump demonstrations and pumping strategies. Largest selection of
breastpumps on display. This class begins the Return to Work class. Private classes also available.
2nd and 4th Wednesday of Month 11:30 am (Free – Register in advance).
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Returning to Work
Learn how to continue your breastfeeding relationship while working. Babies are welcome. Private classes also available.
2nd and 4th Wednesday of Month 11:30 am - 1:30 pm (Free – Register in advance).
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Breastfeeding & Weaning The Toddler (one year and up)
First Friday of the Month 11:30 - 1:00pm (Free – Register in advance).
Register online.
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Specialty Classes (please register in advance):
Space for these classes is limited. Payment must be received in advanced to reserve your spot.
Please call (202) 293-5182 to register. Gift certificates available.
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Prenatal / New MotherMassage
Take time out to take care of yourself. 60-minute massages available at the Breastfeeding Center. Licensed massage therapist provides an integrated approach to help you feel better. No child care? No problem. Schedule with a friend and you can watch each other's little one's. Perfect for mom who wants a spa service in a relaxed baby friendly space. Pre-natal massage available (after the first trimester).
3rd Thursday of month ($85 – Register in Advance).
Register online.
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Understanding Your Baby’s Attachment Needs
This class is designed with the new or expectant parents, and caretakers in mind. We will focus on understanding and responding to your baby’s cues, the needs of new mothers and understanding attachment. We will talk about sleep, common practices, debunk common myths, and help you feel good about following your instincts when it comes to parenting.
2nd Friday of the Month 11:00 am ($25 – Register in advance).
Register online.
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Infant Massage
Help your baby sleep deeper and longer; reduce or avoid fussy time; relieve colic, gas,
and constipation; ease the stress of the day; read baby's cues; stimulate growth and
development. Relaxing full body massage available after the last class for interested mothers.
Thursdays 11:30 am - 1:00 pm ($85 for 3 classes – Register in advance).
Register online.
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Baby Wearing & Breastfeeding
This class demonstrates how to properly use your sling, as well as
breastfeeding while wearing the sling/carrier. $10 of the registration
goes toward the purchase of any sling in our boutique! This class has been
expanded to include more time for personal instruction and/or assistance
with breastfeeding in the sling!
4th Friday of the month (2 hours: $25 – register in advance).
Register online.
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Baby's First Solids
This class explores questions on why, when and how to start feeding
solid foods; includes topics of age appropriateness for foods, and
allergies. This class is geared toward parents of 4 -8 month olds.
Babies are invited too!
3rd Friday of the month ($25 – Register in advance).
Register online.
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Prenatal Issues. Breastfeeding Checkup. Special Circumstances from birth through weaning.
Home visits, office appointments, telephone advice ($85 / hour).
Please fill out the Patient Intake Form prior to the visit. Download
here.
Call for an appointment (202) 293-5182. More info.
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