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. Donations accepted.
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 Sleep ~ Find techniques that work best for your family.
Birthing Class Series- 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.$240 plus tax for six week series plus postpartum class.
Birth Booster Condensed Series – 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. With Karen Arnold. $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.
Couples’ Massage (with Pregnancy Emphasis) – Becoming a mother is a miraculous time of joy and transformation; a time when your body undergoes unique physical and emotional changes, from physical growth, shifting posture and adjusting hormone levels. Take time for yourself AND YOUR PARTNER during your pregnancy to enjoy the soothing essence of massage. Massage allows pregnant moms to unwind, feel relaxed, healthy and comforted during a period of physical and emotional stress. Learn techniques to help the new mom realize these benefits at home throughout the pregnancy! Not just for expecting couples! Come learn how to bond and relieve those every day stresses. Make a date of it – Dinner and massage. $35 per couple.
Diapering Options ~ CPFs? AIOs? PUL? Snappis? Sposies? When it comes to diapering, there are many choices out there. Join 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!
Great Expectations: Pre-conception and Early Pregnancy Class - This is THE class to get you, your baby and your family off to a great start! Intended for moms less than 24 weeks along, this class will cover Albuquerque Birth Options and resources, common discomforts and comfort measures, upcoming physical and emotional changes, nutrition and exercise, risks and benefits of medical tests offered in pregnancy, different childbirth preparation philosophies and classes, as well as general Dos and Donts and warning signs for potential problems and MORE. Very comprehensive and a great way to build community and confidence as you begin this inspiring journey.
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 Dara Seville. $30 plus tax ($40 per couple). Many parents find coming without (all but the youngest of) children works best for this lengthy, intensive class. Contact us for details if necessary.
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 . $40 plus tax ($40 per couple). Many parents find coming without (all but the youngest of) children works best for this lengthy, intensive class. Contact us for details if necessary.
Infant and Child CPR ~ Learn the life-saving techniques of the American Heart Association’s Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for infants and children in this non-certification course with . $35 plus tax/person includes material ($60 per couple – same household). Many parents find coming without (all but the youngest of) children works best for this lengthy, intensive class. Contact us for details if necessary.
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. $240 plus tax for six week series plus postpartum class.
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, while easing frustration and more easily satisfying their needs. Join ’s , 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 . $15 plus tax.
Mama&Baby Relaxation Circle – As you have noticed, motherhood brings huge changes! Each session will be facilitated with relaxation techniques, discussion topics, and teaching your little one relaxation through baby massage. Topics may include Joys and Challenges so far, Baby Blessings, Our Children as Teachers, Single and Co-parent challenges, Mothering in Community.
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!
Menu Planning ~Planning a menu for your family saves money and time, but also ensures you are feeding your family well. Bring your family calendar for the rest of the month and walk away with your menu and shopping list, as well as a menu plan outline to use as-is or adapt to your family’s needs.  Especially useful for those with preparation intensive diets or those adapting to a new lifestyle or diet (traditional foods, gluten free, more homemade, etc.). With Amylee Udell. $15 plus tax. Please read reviews of this class here!
Nursing Troubleshooting for Success ~ Intended for mothers who have already nursed for any length of time, this class covers skills important to successful breastfeeding, including using a pump, introducing bottles, breastfeeding when returning to work, introducing solid foods/weaning, extended nursing support, plus any particular issues you bring to the class. $15 plus tax.
Nourishing Our Children with Traditional Foods ~ Join us for this dynamic presentation that explains why many traditional foods now considered unhealthy are, in fact, vital to the growth and intellectual development of our children. If the low-fat message never set right with you, come learn more! If you wonder why suddenly no one can/should drink cow’s milk, come learn more! If soy doesn’t seem like a wonder food to you, come learn more! This presentation will benefit those with children, but also those preparing to conceive or those with their own nutritional concerns. Your $15 donation goes to cover costs, including a donation to Nourishing Our Children. Read more here…
Parenting Series: Becoming the Parent You Want to Be – This Parenting Series is designed to help parents reflect on their choices, define their values as parents and encourage connection and respect in relationships with children. Parents learn practical skills to communicate and act with awareness. More details here…
Partners to Parents – In this ongoing series, we discuss ways to protect, preserve and strengthen your romantic relationship, through pregnancy, birth and postpartum and beyond. Real advice and strategies to balance your entire family’s needs, from baby to parents to romantic partners. Expecting couples, as well as parents of toddlers and up will all benefit from these important workshops. $20 or Buy 3 Get 1 Free. MEMBER PRICE: $18.
Blissborn: Practical Hypnosis for Childirth – A wonderful supplement to any childbirth education OR a unique stand-alone class.
Positive Discipline – Have you ever had bedtime aggravations? Is dinnertime at your house a nightmare? Do you find yourself yelling at your child(ren) and then wondering if there is a better way? Parents (and teachers) are often looking for ways to assist them in relationships with children, but for the most part most just don’t know what to do other than what is familiar to them from their own childhood. With these thoughts in mind it leaves one wondering what to do. Don’t fret, there is an answer- and it can be found in a method called Positive Discipline. According to their website,”Positive Discipline is a program designed to teach young people to become responsible, respectful and resourceful members of their communities.” Based on the books written by Dr. Jane Nelsen and others it can be utilized by parents and teachers for teaching life skills, communication skills and social skills, and it “is deeply respectful and encouraging for both children and adults.” Dana McCabe, a Certified Positive Discipline Instructor and Certified Montessori Teacher, is the mother of 2 young adults and has been working with preschool aged children for over 30 years. TELL OTHERS – MINIMUM ATTENDANCE REQUIRED
ToddlerPottytraining – 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 . $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 satisfying their needs. Join ’s , 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.
Sign2SpeakWorkshop/Advanced Infant Signing with ~ This follow-up workshop to the Intro course will 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).
Infant/ToddlerSigning 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 of for songs, games and sharing. $5 plus tax.
