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Education in the perinatal period is an essential cornerstone of informed and empowered parenting. It equips expectant individuals and families with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period confidently.
In-Person & Virtual Group Classes:
Online Breast/Chestfeeding & Pumping Class with Alice Norris
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Our online class focuses on teaching skills and techniques that prepare families for positive breastfeeding, chest feeding and/or pumping experience. We encourage partners and support people to attend the class.
Topics discussed include:
Proper latch and position
Normal feeding expectations in the first weeks
How to determine if your baby is getting enough milk
Why skin-to-skin is so important
Resources for when you need help
The basics of pumping and storage
Tips for bottle introduction
What to expect if supplementation is needed
Benefits of breastmilk
Our class is taught by Alice Norris, an internationally board-certified lactation consultant. Alice has been working with mothers and babies for over 20 years as a maternal-child health nurse and a certified HypnoBirthing instructor. Her mission is to help babies enter into the world in a calm and peaceful way, and then to help them bloom by providing families with evidence-based information and support. You can find more about Alice at Blooming Babies.
$65 (Includes birthing person & support person)
In-Person Infant CPR Class with Kurt Poulin
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Our two-hour Infant CPR Class is designed to help you feel prepared to respond to a medical emergency involving your infant. You will learn the step-by-step actions required to assess an infant and perform CPR.
Our CPR instructor will walk you through performing Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation and assisting a child/infant with a foreign body airway obstruction. After the class, you will be familiar with the signs of choking and the techniques to either clear an airway or sustain a small child until additional help can arrive.
Kurt Poulin, our instructor from NEMSTA, is a professional rescuer and instructor who has years of experience along with a variety of skills and knowledge.
This two-hour Infant CPR class is held monthly at the Church of the Nazarene at 30 Morgan Parkway in Williston VT, 05495.
$90 for 2 participants
Private Class Offerings:
"In the beautiful chaos of welcoming a new life into the world, remember that planning for the postpartum period is the compass that guides you through the profound journey of parenthood. It's not just about preparing for the baby's arrival; it's about nurturing and cherishing the invaluable time of self-care, recovery, and bonding that follows. Embrace the significance of this planning, for it is the foundation upon which a thriving family is built."
Explore the essential knowledge and skills you need to confidently care for your newborn in the comfort of a private Newborn Care Class. Our experienced instructors will provide personalized guidance, covering everything from diapering and feeding to soothing techniques and infant safety, all catered to your unique needs. This informative and engaging session is designed exclusively for you and your family, ensuring a smooth and individualized transition into parenthood, and giving your little one the best start in life. The private newborn care class is split into 2 two-hour sessions, one in our office space and one in the comfort of your home.