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POWER OF BIRTH
580 Broadway
POWER OF BIRTH
New York, NY 10012
Phone 212-226-2656
Email info@powerofbirth.com
Web www.powerofbirth.com
Additional Information:
Classes and Workshops
Power of Birth offers several classes and workshops designed for small groups. Our average class size is between 3-10 people. We encourage you to curl up on our couches and explore birth and the choices you have in childbirth with your instructor. Our classes are truly tailored to the needs of the participants and will allow time to answer your questions.
* Please call us to register at 212.226.2656
* 580 Broadway Suite 402 SOHO
Childbirth Preparation Classes in New York City
Childbirth preparation classes cover basic anatomy and physiology of pregnancy, labor and birth. We teach labor comfort techniques and discuss the emotional and physical challenges facing new parents. The class will discuss what normal birth looks like and will practice pain coping comfort measures. You will graduate with a true understanding of birth and a greater trust of the birthing process. Partners are welcome to attend. $475.00
Childbirth Preparation classes either meet in the evenings from 6:00 to 9:00 for a four evening class series or a twelve hour weekend intensive. Registration now open for the following classes:
Evening Series 6-9pm:
Tuesday Series: March 4, 11, 18, 25
Wednesday Series: March 5, 12,19, 26
Tuesday Series : April 1, 8, 15, 22
Wednesday Series: April 9, 16, 23, 30
Tuesday Series: May 6, 13, 20, 27
Wednesday Series: May 7, 14, 21, 28
Weekend Intensives Sat and Sun 11am-6pm:
March 8 & 9
April 5 & 6
May 10 &11
May 24 & 25
Breastfeeding and Baby Care Class
Our Breastfeeding and Baby Care classes offer basic breastfeeding and newborn care information. Discussion covers what to expect and how to care for your newborn during the first few weeks of life. We also talk about the first few weeks postpartum for the entire family. Class is 3 hours. Topics covered include:
* Transition into parenthood with real life advice about the first few weeks postpartum
* Cord care
* Circumcision risks and benefits
* BurpingSoothing skills
* DiaperingTemperature taking
* BathingSwaddling
* Benefits of Breastfeeding
* Correct latch instruction and explanation
* What to expect physically and emotionally before and after your milk comes in
* How to know when to feed your baby
* Strategies to set yourself up for successful breastfeeding and how to avoid complications
Class Dates:
Febuary 20 6-9pm
March 15 12-3 pm
March 29 12-3 pm
April 19 12-3 pm
April 29 6-9 pm
May 3 12-3 pm
May 17 12-3 pm
Class price is $200
Pregnancy Book Club
Join us at Power of Birth for a 5 part book club series that’s all about pregnancy and labor. Led by one of our childbirth educators, participants discuss a different book at each class. The book list is constantly evolving and the series is sure to get you thinking and learning about pregnancy and labor! This is the perfect compliment to any of our childbirth preparation classes.
Registration open for Series Starting January 7, 14, 21, 28 and February 4
Registration open for Series Starting February 11, 18, 25 and March 3
$250.00
Breastfeeding Circle (Drop In)
Breastfeeding Circles meet every Tuesday from 1-3pm. Drop in to discuss breastfeeding with other moms, facilitated by a lactation consultant. You can practice nursing in new settings and receive the most up to date information on breastfeeding.
Every Tuesday from 1pm-3pm with Kate Sharp IBCLC. *No registration required.
$35.00
Colic Clinic (Drop In)
A one hour meeting for parents and their babies with colic. While acknowledging the emotional difficulties of dealing with a crying baby, we will also provide tools to help with the sleep disturbances, feeding problems, and family disruption associated with caring for a baby with colic. Under the guidance of Barry Lester from Rhode Island’s Colic Clinic and the author of “Why is My Baby Crying?, the facilitator will not only listen to and assess the needs of your family, but also show you tips and tricks that will help the family survive (and even enjoy) those first challenging months. The group will be lead by a certified childbirth educator, doula and mother of two babies who had colic.
24 hour on-call service is provided for those who
attend.
Every Monday Starting March 10th 1pm-2pm
$20.00
VBAC Class
Participants will have an opportunity to review past birth experiences and to discuss what they would like to change or keep the same. We will explore the importance of provider support for VBAC and learn and practice coping and communication skills for working with labor and common VBAC protocols. Attending this class is a great way to connect with families that may have had similar experiences.
Class is a one day weekend class (about 6 hours)
$300.00
Refresher Childbirth Prep Class
This class is for those who would like to revisit labor basics and consider a new approach for the next birth experience. Participants will have the opportunity to share about their previous births and discuss what worked well and their vision for change. We will learn and practice comfort measures and techniques and discuss how second and subsequent labors/births are different from first ones. We will also explore what physical changes to expect during the postpartum course. Preparing siblings of various ages and helping the family adjust to the newest addition will be emphasized.
Class is a one day weekend class (about 6 hours)
$300.00
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