Classes for Parents
Visit the Event Calendar for the schedule of upcoming classes.
"Baby, Breastfeeding, and Blues"
This 2 ½ hour holistic class is designed to help you ease into parenthood more prepared. We will discuss caring for a new baby, getting breastfeeding off to a great start, and understanding the changes (and warning signs) as mom recovers both physically and emotionally. This is a condensed class on these 3 topics and additional handouts with references/resources for parents to have as a “backup” for baby, breastfeeding or postpartum situations will be given. The class is held at 6 PM. Cost $30/family. For more details please email lactationlady@live.com
"Breastfeeding Anew"
Angela will be sharing how to make breastfeeding more successful with your next baby. Best practice recommendations will be shared and the class will be individualized to meet the needs of those attending. The $25 class fee is to be paid in advance in order to hold your spot in the class as class size is limited. Class time is 4 PM For more details please email lactationlady@live.com
"The Pumping Class"
(Continues to be offered every 8-12 weeks based on demand)
Rebekah, Angela's daughter who is a breastfeeding/ pumping mom of three (ages 4, 2 and 3 months) and a RN who is also a Certified Lactation Counselor will be offering this education.Pumps, handling and storing breastmilk, bottle introduction, talking to your employer and maintaining supply, along with other concerns will be discussed. A convenient storage system will be shown so moms will be able to make their own. Handouts, sample storage bags, and a gift certificate for a phone consultation with Rebekah (worth $10.00) will be given to each mom attending. The class fee is $25.00 to be paid in advance in order to hold your spot in the class as class size is limited. For more details please email lactationlady@live.com
"Massage for Baby's First Year"
This class will be instructed by a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI) who is also a Certified Child Life Specialist in the NICU. The cost is $35 per family (parents and babies) and will include handouts describing each massage technique and a bottle of massage oil. The techniques taught will be especially useful for the baby's first year of life! The class is held on a weeknight and is 2 hours long. This class may be taken in pregnancy or anytime during the baby's first year. The class begins at 6:15 PM. For more details please email lactationlady@live.com
"Skip Baby Puree (AKA Understanding Baby-led Weaning and More)"
Marieta Boberg, Registered Dietician and IBCLC will be sharing this new information. Learn about the process of baby led weaning and when your baby is ready to start self-feeding. We will discuss why your baby doesn't need to start with pureed foods and what you can offer instead. Learn what nutrients are essential for your little one and what foods will meet your baby's growing needs. The class fee is $25.00 for mom or dad, or if both want to attend it is $35 to be paid in advance in order to hold your spot in the class. This education will be held every 3 months. For more details please email lactationlady@live.com
Learn-at-home Class: Babies and Dogs
Need information on how to prepare for bringing a baby home to a dog (or two or three) in the house? Family Paws Parent Education has designed the first international program entitled “Dogs and Storks”. This program is for new and expectant families who are preparing their family dog(s) for life with a baby. This packet of information contains the DVD and 9 handouts to help you prepare. The cost is $20. A local family who has a 6 month old with a large dog in the house watched the DVD. Email lactationlady@live.com if interested.
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For more information on any of these classes or Angela's other services contact Angela at lactationlady@live.com | 515-210-1868
Visit the Event Calendar for the schedule of upcoming classes.
"Baby, Breastfeeding, and Blues"
This 2 ½ hour holistic class is designed to help you ease into parenthood more prepared. We will discuss caring for a new baby, getting breastfeeding off to a great start, and understanding the changes (and warning signs) as mom recovers both physically and emotionally. This is a condensed class on these 3 topics and additional handouts with references/resources for parents to have as a “backup” for baby, breastfeeding or postpartum situations will be given. The class is held at 6 PM. Cost $30/family. For more details please email lactationlady@live.com
"Breastfeeding Anew"
Angela will be sharing how to make breastfeeding more successful with your next baby. Best practice recommendations will be shared and the class will be individualized to meet the needs of those attending. The $25 class fee is to be paid in advance in order to hold your spot in the class as class size is limited. Class time is 4 PM For more details please email lactationlady@live.com
"The Pumping Class"
(Continues to be offered every 8-12 weeks based on demand)
Rebekah, Angela's daughter who is a breastfeeding/ pumping mom of three (ages 4, 2 and 3 months) and a RN who is also a Certified Lactation Counselor will be offering this education.Pumps, handling and storing breastmilk, bottle introduction, talking to your employer and maintaining supply, along with other concerns will be discussed. A convenient storage system will be shown so moms will be able to make their own. Handouts, sample storage bags, and a gift certificate for a phone consultation with Rebekah (worth $10.00) will be given to each mom attending. The class fee is $25.00 to be paid in advance in order to hold your spot in the class as class size is limited. For more details please email lactationlady@live.com
"Massage for Baby's First Year"
This class will be instructed by a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI) who is also a Certified Child Life Specialist in the NICU. The cost is $35 per family (parents and babies) and will include handouts describing each massage technique and a bottle of massage oil. The techniques taught will be especially useful for the baby's first year of life! The class is held on a weeknight and is 2 hours long. This class may be taken in pregnancy or anytime during the baby's first year. The class begins at 6:15 PM. For more details please email lactationlady@live.com
"Skip Baby Puree (AKA Understanding Baby-led Weaning and More)"
Marieta Boberg, Registered Dietician and IBCLC will be sharing this new information. Learn about the process of baby led weaning and when your baby is ready to start self-feeding. We will discuss why your baby doesn't need to start with pureed foods and what you can offer instead. Learn what nutrients are essential for your little one and what foods will meet your baby's growing needs. The class fee is $25.00 for mom or dad, or if both want to attend it is $35 to be paid in advance in order to hold your spot in the class. This education will be held every 3 months. For more details please email lactationlady@live.com
Learn-at-home Class: Babies and Dogs
Need information on how to prepare for bringing a baby home to a dog (or two or three) in the house? Family Paws Parent Education has designed the first international program entitled “Dogs and Storks”. This program is for new and expectant families who are preparing their family dog(s) for life with a baby. This packet of information contains the DVD and 9 handouts to help you prepare. The cost is $20. A local family who has a 6 month old with a large dog in the house watched the DVD. Email lactationlady@live.com if interested.
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For more information on any of these classes or Angela's other services contact Angela at lactationlady@live.com | 515-210-1868
