with Kaely Harrod or Zoe Ledgwidge

Need a childbirth class that is completely informative in an 2-day setting (one virtual weeknight + one in-person Saturday/Sunday)? Through hands on practice, visual demonstration and round table interactions, you can be assured of a fun and information packed day that will leave you feeling completely prepared for any event in the labor process. Designed with the policies/procedures of local hospitals & practices in mind. You'll leave feeling confident to plan the perfect birth for you! Price includes gestational parent + a support person ($200). Register.

with Kaely Harrod

Allow childbirth to unfold beautifully and naturally in the hospital setting. This course will teach expectant parents physical and emotional signposts of labor, comfort measures, birth options for planned unmedicated birth, and review unexpected situations that could arise, and cover many birth positions that promote physiological childbirth. You’ll leave feeling more confident than ever that your body is meant to do this! Price includes gestational parent and a support person ($200). Register.

with Kaely Harrod or Zoerina Ledwidge

Wondering how you’re going to stay comfortable when things get going? Join in with experienced and certified labor doulas, massage therapists and Spinning Babies certified birth workers who will give you concrete, hands-on tools for each stage of labor and unique birth experience. You’ll also learn about variations of labor patterns, when to go to the hospital, and how baby positioning plays a large role in labor! Registration includes the gestational parent and a support person ($70). Register.

with DC Doulas

Expecting parents are encouraged to attend our monthly Doula Meet and Greet to learn about supported birth and interact with local labor and delivery doulas. This meet and greet session is intended for interested families to research your birth options, and maybe even meet a doula that you would like to work with! Registration for this class includes the gestational parent + a support person (free). Clients Register Here.

For doulas and doula agencies interested in being represented, please fill out this form, and we'll be in touch before the next session!

with Kaely Harrod
*This class can be covered by insurance.

We will discuss tips and techniques to address physical, mental and emotional challenges of the postpartum experience. Some topics addressed: prenatal and postpartum chronic/acute pain, core weakness, c-section or episiotomy recovery, maternal mental health, self-care for mom, body mechanics and ergonomics. By the end of the class you will have a better understanding of how to care for yourself while caring for your newborn. Registration for this class includes includes gestational parent + a support person ($55). Register

with Gina Boling, IBCLC, Jen Mueller, IBCLC, or Natalie Worthington, IBCLC
*This class can be covered by insurance.

This class gives expectant parents evidence-based information to get breastfeeding off to a good start. We will discuss the learning curve of the early weeks and what to do if things aren’t unfolding as planned. Then we’ll explore pumps and other tools that help parents maintain the breastfeeding relationship in our modern lives. Ask your questions throughout, so you can feel more prepared to welcome your baby. Registration includes gestational parent + a support person (covered by insurance; $35 if not covered). Register

with Gina Boling, IBCLC
*This class can be covered by insurance.

This much loved class reviews the basics of breastfeeding and discusses how to support the breastfeeding parent. Questions are encouraged! This class is intended for fathers, partners, co-parents and others who are supporting the breastfeeding parent. This is an instructor led class where discussion and questions are invited. To encourage questions and open discussion, this is a space for only NON-gestational parents, partners, and support persons (free). Register

with Natalie Worthington, IBCLC
*This class can be covered by insurance.

This prenatal class provides an in-depth dive into all supplementation: pumping, formula, and donor milk; optimal use of bottles, syrings, and feeding tubes; and reading baby's cues for responsive feeding rather than scheduled feeding. Expectant parents will leave this class with a foundation to understand all of their options and decisions for feeding baby away from the chest/breast. Insurance covered class, registration includes gestational parent and a support person. Register

with Kim Hawley, IBCLC, MA, MPH
*This class can be covered by insurance.

This class provides evidence-based information on normal infant sleep. A Holistic Sleep Consultant will teach you about biologically normal sleep, safe sleep, and strategies to support the whole family’s sleep, plus dispelling some common sleep myths--for a developmental understanding of sleep which fosters responsiveness and strong attachment between parents and babies. Registration is for 2 caregivers. Register

with Jen Mueller, IBCLC
*This class can be covered by insurance.

This prenatal class provides an overview of caring for your new breastfed baby. We will cover typical infant development, reading your baby’s cues for breastfeeding and other needs, the basics of bathing and diapering, soothing techniques, safe sleep, and tips for thriving in the newborn period. Expectant parents will leave this class with a foundation to get early parenting off to a great start! Class price includes gestational parent + a support person (covered by insurance; $35p/h if not covered). Register

Presented by Claire Bowe of Rose Physical Therapy Group – Physical Therapist, Pelvic Health Specialist, and Twin Mom.This virtual session is interactive, and if you have a yoga mat and floor space, feel free to follow along with the exercises. Register Here!

Join us for a comprehensive pelvic health masterclass addressing pregnancy-related concerns:

• What’s normal?

• What to expect postpartum?

• When should you seek help?

• Open Q&A for all your concerns.

If you’re leaking urine (even just a little!), this workshop is for you. You’ll learn about:

• Pelvic floor anatomy and function

• Coordinating breathing and relaxation

• How/when to engage vs. relax your pelvic floor during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum

• Comfort measures for pregnancy discomforts, including GI self-massage

with Andrew Soles

Learn more about Andrew: http://andrewsoles.nm.com/

Our financial planning class addresses concerns that new parents face as they adjust to the financial realities of caring for children. Topics will include budgeting, college savings, insurance needs, funding your retirement, and childcare costs, estate planning. The class is great for moms, dads, and even grandparents! Registration for this class includes includes gestational parent + a support person (free). Register

with Laura Brown

Learn about your perinatal rights in the workplace, including the right to: take leave (paid and unpaid), request on-the-job accommodations, be free from discrimination, and breastfeed. Lawyers from First Shift Justice Project will provide you with a primer on the web of federal and local laws that protect these rights, and discuss how to be proactive by developing a strategy for planning your work/family life and communicating your needs to your employer to protect your rights (free). Register

with Frontlines CPR

This class is designed for people who want to learn CPR but do not need a course completion card in CPR for their job. This course is ideal for expecting parents, existing parents, grandparents, babysitters and others interested in learning how to save a life. This course teaches the lifesaving skills of adult and child CPR and AED use, infant CPR and relief of choking in an adult, child or infant. This class will run for approximately 2 hours. Register

with katie shamp, IBCLC
*This class can be covered by insurance.

Babywearing can be an invaluable tool in early parenting and can help you conveniently(!) meet your baby's needs while attending to your own. In this class we'll cover: babywearing benefits, newborn safety, positioning, comfort (for baby and you!). We'll demonstrate each of the major types of carriers, and discuss pros/cons so that you can choose the best carrier(s) for you, with plenty of time for questions. Registration includes you + a support person. Register

with Kim Hawley, IBCLC, MA, MPH

This class provides evidence-based information on normal infant sleep. A Holistic Sleep Consultant will teach you about biologically normal sleep, safe sleep, and strategies to support the whole family’s sleep, plus dispelling some common sleep myths--for a developmental understanding of sleep which fosters responsiveness and strong attachment between parents and babies. Registration is for 2 caregivers. SAME CURRICULUM AS PRENATAL CLASS BUT GEARED TOWARD PARENTS OF BABIES 0-6M (covered by insurance; $35p/h if not covered). Register

with Nikkea Anderson, Infant Massage Educator

This supportive 4-week series helps parents and babies (birth–12 months) learn the gentle, evidence-based practice of infant massage. Each 90 minute class includes hands-on guidance, parent education, and open conversation in a calm, welcoming space. Parents gain practical tools to use at home while building confidence, connection, and understanding of their baby. Infant massage may support bonding, sleep, digestion, relaxation, and relief from gas, colic, constipation, and teething discomfort. Register

with Kate Keith, NP

This class provides parents with evidenced-based information on the process of starting solid foods. A variety of approaches are covered including the traditional method of purees and baby-led weaning. We will cover when to start solids, which foods to offer, how to progress through different foods, how to manage breastmilk or formula intake with the introduction of solids, nutrient needs, allergies, choking, foods to avoid, + more. While we do not recommend an age-based criteria for starting solids (this class will cover the developmental milestones that show solids-readiness), we suggest taking this class around 4-6m postpartum so that you have time to fully observe your baby’s developmental readiness and time for yourself to prepare by gathering all the resources, planning, and additional education (CPR) needed to feel relaxed and ready for solids! Includes gestational parent + a support person. Register

with Natalie Worthington, IBCLC

We suggest this class about a month before your return to work date. It can also be helpful to take pump basics which runs prior to this class, especially if you are not yet familiar with pumping and bottle feeding. This class covers techniques to make this transition easier for you and your baby. We talk through emotions, logistics, timing, supply worries, where you will be pumping, equipment needed, milk storage and techniques to maximize pumping volume (covered by insurance; $35 per hour if not covered) Register.

with Laura Brown

Learn about your perinatal rights in the workplace, including the right to: take leave (paid and unpaid), request on-the-job accommodations, be free from discrimination, and breastfeed. Lawyers from First Shift Justice Project will provide you with a primer on the web of federal and local laws that protect these rights, and discuss how to be proactive by developing a strategy for planning your work/family life and communicating your needs to your employer to protect your rights (free). Register

An interactive free, VIRTUAL workshop to address issues related to the pelvis and postpartum including pelvic pain, pain with medical exams/sex, peeing/pooping your pants, what's normal, when to seek help, and any other questions you might have. If you are peeing your pants (even just a little bit) this class is for you! We will also discuss nursing/feeding positions, posture, baby wearing and other helpful tips for staying healthy in parenthood! Register here.

Presented by Claire Bowe of Rose Physical Therapy Group, Physical Therapist, Pelvic Health Specialist, Twin Mom
If you are having issues please don't wait, our amazing team of doctors can help!  We treat other orthopedic issues too, if you are experiencing discomfort in other body areas, related to pregnancy or not, we can help!

with Natalie Worthington, IBCLC or Torey Potter IBCLC

Congratulations! You and your little one are learning so much together during these early weeks/months, and the support of your community is vital. That's why we offer this experienced IBCLC-led group weekly! Laugh, cry, share stories, tips, and feel some common ground on the journey through these fast-changing early weeks. Feeding and/or pumping during group is welcomed! This group is a space for the gestational and/or breastfeeding parent only (free). Register

with Natalie Worthington, IBCLC

Every day, your baby is changing and so is your feeding story! Enjoy talking with other parents and an experienced IBCLC, about the joys and puzzles of your growing baby. Bring your questions and insights about the transitions underway—be it return to work or staying home a little longer, finding manageable sleep routines, starting solids, thinking about weaning, or toddler nursing. This group is for the gestational and/or breastfeeding parent only. Our Social & Play Groups are open to all (free). Register

with Natalie Worthington, IBCLC

Find community and get support with other parents of toddlers, along with expert advice from an experienced IBCLC. Laugh about the joys and brainstorm about the challenges of parenting a toddler - popular topics include feeding/nursing, nutrition, sleep patterns, and weaning options. Feeding your toddler and/or pumping during group is welcomed! This group is a space for the gestational and/or breastfeeding parent only (free). Register

In Person support! This group is open to gestational and/or nursing/pumping parents with babies up to a year old! Laugh, cry, share stories, tips, and feel some common ground on the journey through that transitional first year of parenthood. Feeding and/or pumping during group is welcomed! This is an in-person group held at The Breastfeeding Center. Register

A 10-week group for New First Time fathers of children 0-1 (Rookie Season). This group is for you if you want to meet other fathers at the same stage as you while getting supported with relevant and lively facilitation. Topics include but are not limited to: supporting co parenting relationships, balancing work and home life, navigating sleep and feeding, maintaining your mental health and that of your partner and developing and negotiating your parenting style within your family.  This group caps at 10 fathers and runs for 10 weeks. It is virtual via zoom  

Register

with Adam Angel, LSCW_C, LICSW

Are you a dad looking for therapy in the DC area? If you are interested in taking a deeper look at yourself and your relationships as you navigate fatherhood and family life this group is for you. The group will be facilitated with the goal of creating a space that supports men to thrive during fatherhood. This group meets weekly at 8:30pm on Tuesdays. Sliding scale pay, capped at 6 participants. Register.