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2nd Nine Months Moms Group ~ Open to moms of infants. Topics vary, but include any and everything involved in parenting a baby! Connect with other moms and give and get much-needed support and advice. Led by Adrienne Jones, a mom of four. Donations accepted.
Advanced Breastfeeding Skills ~ This class covers skills important to successful breastfeeding, including using a pump and storing milk, introducing bottles, breastfeeding when returning to work, and introducing solid foods/weaning. With Doula, mother and lactation expert Lauren Morgan-Smith. $15 plus tax.
Albuquerque Birth Options ~ Join us at Babies ‘R Us for this discussion of the choices available for providers, birthing locations, prepared birth classes, pain-coping and more. This workshop is appropriate for those not yet expecting, in early pregnancy, or nearing birth. Absolutely Free!!
Baby Basics: A Confident Beginning~ options and skills critical to baby’s first 2 hours, 2 days, 2 weeks and 2 months. Learn new and old tricks for successful baby management. $20 plus tax.
Baby Massage - Touch is a great way to build the bond between you and your little one. Learn the basics to help with relaxation and bonding. $10 plus tax.
Baby Sleep, Family Sleep~ Find techniques that work best for your family. $15 plus tax.
Babywearing and Attachment Parenting - Learn the basics of the Attachment Parenting approach, including how and why parents should wear their babies, from newborn to preschool age. With Adrienne Jones. Bring your own sling or try one of ours: this class is for parents brand new to babywearing and for old pros who want to learn a few new tricks. $20 plus tax for workshop.
Becoming a Big Brother/Big Sister ~Let your older child know how special she/he is during this transitional time. Sing songs, listen to stories, make a gift for your new baby. Hello Baby book included. $20 plus tax for first child, $10 for each additional child.
Birthing Class - These classes are different than any others you will find! Small, personal and inspiring, the class series helps you discover what it is YOU need to get through your own personal birth journey. $225 plus tax for six week series plus postpartum class.
Birthing Class Intensive - For parents looking to brush-up on pain-coping practices for a second or subsequent birth, or first-timers running out of time, this class provides an overview of labor and its challenges and helps parents find ways to cope and achieve the best birth experience possible. $150 plus tax.
Breastfeeding Seminar: Basics of Successful Nursing ~Learn the basics of latch-on, baby positioning, developing and maintaining milk supply and establishing a happy, mutually beneficial nursing relationship with your baby. $15 plus tax.
Comfort Measures for Labor - Join us at Babies R Us to learn about simple ways to ease your labor. With Childbirth Educator and Certified Doula Erika Harding, at Babies R’ Us. Free!
Diapering Options ~ CPFs? AIOs? PUL? Snappis? Sposies? When it comes to diapering, there are many choices out there. Join Amylee Udell in exploring new innovations and the old classics to discover which choice is right for you and your family. $10 plus tax.
Doula Tea -Join Doulas of the Southwest for a presentation about professional birth support. Absolutely Free!
Herbs for Kids: Pediatric Herbalism for Parents and Professionals -Focus on how to keep your kids healthy with herbs, how to herbally treat the common illnesses of childhood, and how to assemble your own pediatric herbal first-aid kit. With Midwife and Herbalist Mary Lou Singleton. $30 plus tax ($40 per couple).
Immunization Basics - Join us to learn more about this highly controversial topic, so you can make educated decisions about your child. Discuss the full range of options, including benefits and drawbacks of all approaches. With Midwife and Herbalist Mary Lou Singleton. $30 plus tax ($40 per couple).
Infant and Child CPR ~ Learn the life-saving techniques of the American Heart Association’s Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for infants and children with Marie Sanchez. $35 plus tax/person includes material ($60 per couple - same household).
Inspirational Birthing Class - These classes are different than any others you will find! Small, personal and inspiring, the class series helps you discover what it is YOU need to get through your own personal birth journey. $225 plus tax for six week series plus postpartum class.
Inspirational Birthing Class Intensive - For parents looking to brush-up on pain-coping practices for a second or subsequent birth, or first-timers running out of time, this class provides an overview of labor and its challenges and helps parents find ways to cope and achieve the best birth experience possible. $150 plus tax.
Intro to Doula Work - Discuss the challenges and joys of this amazing profession with Certified Doula Erika Harding. This is a great opportunity for stay-home mothers to branch out and find an enriching part-time gig! $20 plus tax.
Intro to Infant Sign Language/Signing with your Baby ~Learn the basics of how to “talk” with your baby before he or she can say words! Grow closer to your child, hile easing frustration and more easily satisfy their needs. Join Sign2Speak’s Amylee Udell, New Mexico’s first member of the Sign2Me Presenters’ Network and a mother just like you, who successfully signs with her daughters. $10 plus tax.
Making Your Own Babyfood - Do you want to feed your baby the very best? Find out why making your own baby food is a terrific option, and doesn’t have to be complicated, inconvenient or overwhelming. In fact, it’s much simpler when you know your child is getting the best ingredients you can find. From frozen cubes to ground cereals. Come share recipes, tips and hints, as well. With Amylee Udell. $15 plus tax.
Meet the Doulas ~See a movie about Doulas, talk to couples who have experienced and benefited from professional births support and meet the women in Albuquerque who do this work. Ask questions, have some cake. Absolutely free!
Parenting the High Needs Baby - A high needs baby is a baby who needs MORE: more attention, movement, soothing, nursing, and holding than most babies need. In this class, we discuss strategies for helping babies, parents, and siblings survive this challenging time. Led by Adrienne Jones, whose youngest child taught her all about high needs babies. $10 plus tax.
Postpartum Potluck Brunch - Spend time with other new parents and discover ways to help adjust to life with your new baby. Tell your birth story, share what is working and trouble-shoot difficulties. Topics vary. $10 plus tax, bring pot-luck brunch food (included in birth class price).
Toddler Pottytraining - You know it’s coming up, but don’t really know where to start! Can you start early? Too early? Should you buy that doll and video? Come learn approaches to “pottying” your child, advice from other parents, and tips to make this important milestone stress-free for both you and your child. With Amylee Udell. $10 plus tax.
Signing with your Baby/Intro to Infant Sign Language ~Learn the basics of how to “talk” with your baby before he or she can say words! Grow closer to your child, while easing frustration and more easily satisfy their needs. Join Sign2Speak’s Amylee Udell, New Mexico’s first member of the Sign2Me Presenters’ Network and a mother just like you, who successfully signs with her daughters. $10 plus tax.
Sign2Speak Workshop/Advanced Infant Signing with Sign2Speak~ This follow-up workshop to Signing #1 ill add to the basics of infant ASL, taking you to the next level. LOTS of vocabulary, strategies to make the signs easier to remember for both you AND baby, and more ways to keep you both excited about early communication. Join us for all this plus signing songs, games, and fun! $35 for up to two people. This will be a fast-moving workshop and we request participants do not bring along infants or children (or else bring along another adult to care for them).
Taking Charge of your Family’s Health- Is your doctor a commitment-phobe? Learn to make better use of your doctor and other wellness resources, in sickness and in health. We will also discuss lifestyle changes that you may wish you had made if medical disaster strikes. Taught by Clarissa Hoover, patient advocate and mother of a chronically-ill child. $20.
Infant/Toddler Signing Playgroup- Join other signing families for songs, signs, visiting and more. Set up around a theme, each session will include casual activities and a lot of visiting and learning from each other. Intended for already-signing families or families who have already attended Signing #1 at any venue. Join Amylee Udell of Sign2Speak for songs, games and sharing. $5 plus tax.
Yoga for the Postpartum Period- Learn yoga and breathwork poses and principles for a faster postpartum recovery days, weeks and months after birth. Reconnect with your body and your self for optimal physical and mental strength during this important period of transition. Also, learn yoga poses to sit in while nursing and holding baby. With HeatherLee Farrell, a 500 Hour Registered Hatha yoga teacher with experience in Prenatal, Postnatal and Mom & Baby yoga. $10 plus tax.