1307 South Park Ave ~ Sanford, Fl. ~ 32771 ~ 407-398-2646 or 407-322-9944

Classes Available:

HypnoBirthing Childbirth Prep Classes

The Natural Mama Childbirth Prep Classes

Cloth Diapers 101

C-Section Awareness Classes

Sibling Prep Class

Child Safety & CPR

Refresher Course

Breastfeeding 101

Breastfeeding: Pumping & Babyfood

Bosom Buddies - Breastfeeding Support Group

Baby Wearing

Baby Sign Language

Mama Moods: Postpartum Support Series

*Class Descriptions Below

Breastfeeding 101

You know that you want to breastfeed. You know that is what “those things” are for. Everyone says it’s the best thing for the baby. But how do you make it work successfully? Can you really give your baby all it needs without doing anything special? Do you have to have a special diet? Why do so many moms give up or say they “just couldn’t do that”? Find out all the how-to’s you need to get your nursing relationship underway with your newborn.

$35.00 per couple (Dad's are welcome...and highly recommended to attend.)

Instructor: Kaleen Richards, CNM, ARNP

Refresher Course:

Excitedly expecting another little one? This class if for veteran parents who have taken a childbirth class before. By focusing on the parts of childbirth most couples forget between children, you will feel prepared for your next birth. This class also focusting on deep relaxation, breathing techniques, releasing fears and more. This is a four hour class developed for out of hospital births.

$100.00 per couple

Instructor: Crystal Maples

Pumping & Babyfood

Not everyone can manage to stay home with their precious angel. Breastmilk is the best nutrition for your new baby and formula costs over $2,500 for the first year! Come find out the ins and outs of expressing your breastmilk in your workplace. Learn your rights, find out which pumps work best for different situations, how to store it, how long it’s good for once you have pumped it, and how to transition your baby from breast to bottle without creating nipple confusion. This class is a must for all moms who need to go back to work and is also helpful for those who know they will need to be away on occasion...plus how to make babyfood.

$45.00 per couple

Instructor: Kristen Johnson

Baby Wearing:

What new mom doesn’t find herself wishing she had an extra hand while trying to do her daily chores? Wearing your baby not only promotes bonding, gives you a baby who cries less and strengthens your baby’s vestibular system, it also allows you to go about your day relatively hands free. Learn how to use different types of baby carriers including a sling and a wrap in different positions from newborn through 3 years old. Bring a carrier if you have it or we will have some available for you to use. Bring your children if you would like to practice with “live subjects” or use our doll and/or my children. (They love being worn!) I’ll even show you how to carry your toddler while pregnant! Babywearing has changed the lives of many a mom and you will be no exception.

$20.00 per couple

Instructor: Danielle Vanderputten

The Natural Mama: Childbirth Prep CLass

This class is designed especially for couples who are planning a natural birth without medications, be it in a birth center or a planned home birth. This is a 6 week class and includes work book. This class is great for first time parents with special focus on the last trimester of pregnancy, labor and body mechanics, relaxation, fear release, coping measures, breathing techniques, birth, postpartum and newborn care...(just to name a few).

$275.00 per couple

Payment arrangements available.

C-Section Awareness:

This class is designed especially for couples who are having a planed C-Section. This class will cover what to expect during and after a c-section and what to expect during the recovery time. This is a 4 week class and includes work book. The fee for this 4 week class is $200.

HypnoBirthing Childbirth Classes:

These classes are open to the public and include refreshments. Please make sure you register for the class as they are by appointment only. The Hypno Birthing Class is a 6 week series. All those interested need to RSVP at least a week ahead of time. Classes taught by Rebecca Luckey and Kristin Johnson, both Certified Hypnobirth Instructors through the Mongan Method of Hypnobirth. HypnoBirthing Childbirth Education

Understanding the physiological process of pregnancy and birth allows a woman and her partner to approach this magical time with certainty to make informed choices. It is well documented and researched that fear can inhibit the process of labor and lack of knowledge can instill fear.

The HypnoBirthing method of childbirth education incorporates the use of self-hypnosis to attain profound relaxation in labor. By understanding the process of birth and eliminating the fears that society has instilled in women concerning labor, a woman can come to a place of trust in herself and in her body to birth her baby in the most gentle way she can. The HypnoBirthing technique was originated by Marie Mongan and is based on Dr. Grantley Dick-Read’s book, “Childbirth Without Fear.” HypnoBirthing classes run for 5 weeks and incorporate understanding labor and why fears encompass the process, deep relaxation, visualization and a re-programming of negative thought processes to reduce and eliminate fear and tension. Classes are available in small groups or privately.

$250.00 per couple

Payment arrangements available.

**Book is additional and may be purchased at www.hypnobirthing.com or at your local book store.

Baby Sign Language:

Week1: Intro/info and "Care signs" like eat, sleep, up, help, change, more etc.

Week2: Play signs like toy, play, dance, truck, swing, again etc

Week3: Environment Signs like airplane, home, sun, cat, dog, bus etc.

Week4: Putting it together: ABC, I23, directional signs (go, want, give) and review of the prior weeks

$150 per couple

Instructor: Kristen Johnson

New Classes forming, please call or email us to reserve your space. All Classes, Materni-Teas, and Seminars require RSVP and/or Pre-Registration. Our class sizes are kept small to ensure our families get the most out of every session. Any questions please don't hesitate to contact us.

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Cloth Diapering A- goes over all the in's and out's of cloth diapering. This class covers the benefits of cloth diapering, the care of cloth diapers, different kinds of diapers from flat folds to all in one diapers. How to use, how to care, and how to choose what works best for you.

$20.00 per couple

Instructor: Danielle Vanderputten

Cloth Diapers A-Z

Sibling Prep:

Baby and Me is a sibling preparation class for children ages 3-14 who are anticipating the birth of a baby in their family. The class is taught by a midwife who is an experienced mother. She leads the children in age appropriate discussion about the development of a baby, the birth, baby's needs, what babies can and can't do, and how siblings can help. (This class is meant to prepare children to attend the birth, although we think this needs to be optional for the child at his or her own pace and someone needs to be present for the child unattached to the idea of staying for the birth if the child wants to leave the room.) Plan to have your children attend one to six weeks before the baby is expected. A parent must be present.

$25.00 per family

Mama Moods: This Wasn't What I Expected

Certified Nurse Midwife and Regional Director of PSI: Postpartum Support International, Kaleen Richards, guides new mothers in adjusting to the postpartum period. This is an ongoing series with new topics each class.

$10.00 per class

Held the first and third Wednesday of every month.