This workshop is ideal for expecting parents.  Class topics include what to expect in your baby in the first few hours and days after birth, the physical and emotional postpartum period, signs of illness and knowing when to call the pediatrician, the basics of diapering, umbilical cord care, care for the circumcised and intact penis, and bathing.  Tips and suggestions for soothing a fussy baby are discussed as well including touch, massage, and swaddling.  The class also covers choosing safe bath and body products for your child and safe co-sleeping.  Time is allowed for questions and handouts are provided to take home.

+ $40 per couple

+ pre-registration required

+ Instructor: Brittany McCollum

* our members receive 10% off of blossoming bellies courses! email britt@blossomingbelliesbirth.com to receive your discount!

"Breastfeeding + Chestfeeding 101," a comprehensive two hour workshop, covers the basics of milk production, how to know that your baby is getting enough, proper positioning and latch for successful nursing, possible complications and their resolutions, common breastfeeding misconceptions, and information on storing and expressing milk.  Individual concerns are also addressed and techniques and tips to ease the nursing relationship are shared.

+ $40 per couple

+ pre-registration required

+ instructor: Brittany McCollum

* our members receive 10% off of blossoming bellies courses! email britt@blossomingbelliesbirth.com to receive your discount!

Blossoming Bellies classes are based on the philosophy that active involvement in labor and birth lead to a positive and empowering experience. Active involvement is not defined as a certain way of birthing but instead focuses on providing clients with the tools, resources, research, and usable techniques to support them in developing their own preferences and priorities, discovering a wide array of comfort techniques for managing labor, and understanding the parts of the process that are within their control and to what extent those parts are within control. Classes focus on informed decision making, understanding one's rights in the laboring room, developing skills for communication with providers, common interventions and the role of informed consent and informed refusal, understanding pelvic dynamics and fetal positioning for a smoother and more efficient labor, the emotional and physical aspects of the labor and birth process, pain relief options, physical and emotional coping techniques including movement, positioning, breathwork, relaxation, and more, and the immediate postpartum. Through creating a safe space to ask questions, explore ideas, and share information, Blossoming Bellies classes help the expectant parent and partner, if applicable, to build confidence, embrace active decision making, and develop usable tools to manage labor and birth.

+ $215 per couple

+ pre-registration required

+ intstructor: brittany mccollum

* our members receive 10% off of blossoming bellies courses! email britt@blossomingbelliesbirth.com to receive your discount!

This workshop will help you learn the simple tools and steps to start Potty Training with your little one. How do you know WHEN, HOW and WHAT to do when Potty Training your toddler. Join us in this workshop to learn the simple basics and some helpful tips to successfully Potty Train!

+ $20 per person

+ pre-registration required

+ instructor: catherine lessman

Blossoming Bellies classes are based on the philosophy that active involvement in labor and birth lead to a positive and empowering experience. Active involvement is not defined as a certain way of birthing but instead focuses on providing clients with the tools, resources, research, and usable techniques to support them in developing their own preferences and priorities, discovering a wide array of comfort techniques for managing labor, and understanding the parts of the process that are within their control and to what extent those parts are within control. Classes focus on informed decision making, understanding one's rights in the laboring room, developing skills for communication with providers, common interventions and the role of informed consent and informed refusal, understanding pelvic dynamics and fetal positioning for a smoother and more efficient labor, the emotional and physical aspects of the labor and birth process, pain relief options, physical and emotional coping techniques including movement, positioning, breathwork, relaxation, and more, and the immediate postpartum. Through creating a safe space to ask questions, explore ideas, and share information, Blossoming Bellies classes help the expectant parent and partner, if applicable, to build confidence, embrace active decision making, and develop usable tools to manage labor and birth.

+ $215 per couple

+ pre-registration required

+ intstructor: brittany mccollum

* our members receive 10% off of blossoming bellies courses! email britt@blossomingbelliesbirth.com to receive your discount!

Blossoming Bellies classes are based on the philosophy that active involvement in labor and birth lead to a positive and empowering experience. Active involvement is not defined as a certain way of birthing but instead focuses on providing clients with the tools, resources, research, and usable techniques to support them in developing their own preferences and priorities, discovering a wide array of comfort techniques for managing labor, and understanding the parts of the process that are within their control and to what extent those parts are within control. Classes focus on informed decision making, understanding one's rights in the laboring room, developing skills for communication with providers, common interventions and the role of informed consent and informed refusal, understanding pelvic dynamics and fetal positioning for a smoother and more efficient labor, the emotional and physical aspects of the labor and birth process, pain relief options, physical and emotional coping techniques including movement, positioning, breathwork, relaxation, and more, and the immediate postpartum. Through creating a safe space to ask questions, explore ideas, and share information, Blossoming Bellies classes help the expectant parent and partner, if applicable, to build confidence, embrace active decision making, and develop usable tools to manage labor and birth.

+ $215 per couple

+ pre-registration required

+ intstructor: brittany mccollum

* our members receive 10% off of blossoming bellies courses! email britt@blossomingbelliesbirth.com to receive your discount!

This workshop will help you learn the simple tools and steps to start Potty Training with your little one. How do you know WHEN, HOW and WHAT to do when Potty Training your toddler. Join us in this workshop to learn the simple basics and some helpful tips to successfully Potty Train!

+ $20 per person

+ pre-registration required

+ instructor: catherine lessman

Infant and toddler motor development will be assessed by a Physical Therapist. In this class, parents have the liberty to ask any questions or concerns about why their baby does (or does not) move in certain ways. As a group, parents will position their babies in a variety of ways to see how their child responds with movement. Activities will be modified for each child based upon age or skill level. Parents or caregivers will come away with a clear understanding of commonly asked questions regarding infant and toddler development.

Note: non-walkers = newborns through infants who can not yet pull-to-stand

+ $15 per child

+ Pre-registration required

+ Onward Mama scholarship available. Please call or inquire within for more details.

+ Facilitator: Dr. Kindra Scott

Breastfeeding provides so many benefits for you and your baby, but it doesn't always come easy. Come find connection, support, and education on your breastfeeding journey. Facilitated by a international board certified lactation consultant who can help answer your questions and provide tips for success!

+ Pay What You Can! Venmo direct to facilitator: @Katy-Baker-Cohen

+ Join by entering this link https://zoom.us/j/221595435?pwd=Wk1jK2FCT1pJSTc4a1VYRVlPQlQzZz09

Meeting ID: 221 595 435 Password: 014167

*If you don’t have a Zoom account already, it just takes a second to sign up, and is free!

+ expectant parents through all stages of breastfeeding, and of course, babies welcome!

+ facilitators: katy baker-cohen + colleen elwood

Becoming a parent is life changing. It can feel blissful, terrifying, easy, hard, rewarding, and challenging all at the same time. So much has changed, there’s so many questions, so many emotions, let’s talk about it! Our new parent support groups are facilitated by trained doulas who help guide the transition into the new role of parenthood. Here we share our stories, ask hard questions, reminisce about the joys, and maybe (probably) cry a little. Find your tribe with us, all are welcome.

+ To join, click the link https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7101596661 Meeting ID: 710 159 6661 If you don’t have a Zoom account, you will be asked to make one for free, just a name and password, then you’re in!

+ donations welcome but not necessary Venmo @Tegan-Hagy

+ facilitator: tegan bernstein

Your child has most likely heard something about coronavirus (COVID-19). Often times, limiting information from children can create additional worry. One way to reduce this worry and reassure your child is to provide honest and simple information. Join this webinar to learn more about how to talk with your children about COVID19 and gain resources.

Lead by Courtney Dill, MS, CCLS, LMT, CIMI, a Child Life Specialist at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. She is currently working in the capacity of training coordinator, where she guides practicum, intern, and cooperative students in the department of child life, education, and creative arts. Courtney’s interests include promoting well-being and alternative healthcare.

How to join the webinar:

Zoom: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/670972567?pwd=d09ORWlMWjBxL1VzOEl3NE12RitUQT09

Passcode: 090544

If you don’t have a Zoom account, sign-up is easy and free! You will just need to create a name and password before entering the webinar.

Donations welcome and appreciated! If you are able and wish to donate to the facilitator, her Venmo is @Courtney-Dill-1

Breastfeeding provides so many benefits for you and your baby, but it doesn't always come easy. Come find connection, support, and education on your breastfeeding journey. Facilitated by a international board certified lactation consultant who can help answer your questions and provide tips for success!

+ Pay What You Can! Venmo direct to facilitator: @Katy-Baker-Cohen

+ Join by entering this link https://zoom.us/j/221595435?pwd=Wk1jK2FCT1pJSTc4a1VYRVlPQlQzZz09

Meeting ID: 221 595 435 Password: 014167

*If you don’t have a Zoom account already, it just takes a second to sign up, and is free!

+ expectant parents through all stages of breastfeeding, and of course, babies welcome!

+ facilitators: katy baker-cohen + colleen elwood

Breastfeeding provides so many benefits for you and your baby, but it doesn't always come easy. Come find connection, support, and education on your breastfeeding journey. Facilitated by a international board certified lactation consultant who can help answer your questions and provide tips for success!

+ $5 suggested donation

+ no pre-registration, just show up!

+ expectant parents through all stages of breastfeeding, and of course, babies welcome!

+ facilitators: katy baker-cohen + colleen elwood

"Breastfeeding 101," a comprehensive two hour workshop, covers the basics of milk production, how to know that your baby is getting enough, proper positioning and latch for successful nursing, possible complications and their resolutions, common breastfeeding misconceptions, and information on storing and expressing milk.  Individual concerns are also addressed and techniques and tips to ease the nursing relationship are shared.

+ $40 per couple

+ pre-registration required

+ instructor: Brittany McCollum

* our members receive 10% off of blossoming bellies courses! email britt@blossomingbelliesbirth.com to receive your discount!

Pregnancy and childbirth are normal and natural processes that your body intuitively understands and moves through. In this series we will work to tap into your intuition, listening to our bodies and helping you feel comfortable both mentally and physically during this transformational time. Taught in a small group environment, this series is a safe and free space for inquiry and discussion, as well as a place to relax and let go. Open to all levels of practitioner from brand new beginners to lifelong yogis who are curious about modifying a vigorous practice through the stages of pregnancy.

+ $90 for 6 week series (2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17) / $17 per drop-in

+ pre-registration required for series sign-up.

+ one scholarship available. call or inquire within!

+ instructor: leila zinni

Becoming a parent is life changing. It can feel blissful, terrifying, easy, hard, rewarding, and challenging all at the same time. So much has changed, there’s so many questions, so many emotions, let’s talk about it! Our new parent support groups are facilitated by trained doulas who help guide the transition into the new role of parenthood. Here we share our stories, ask hard questions, reminisce about the joys, and maybe (probably) cry a little. Find your tribe with us, all are welcome.

+ $5 suggested donation

+ no pre-registration required, just show up!

+ facilitator: jenna brown

Breastfeeding provides so many benefits for you and your baby, but it doesn't always come easy. Come find connection, support, and education on your breastfeeding journey. Facilitated by a international board certified lactation consultant who can help answer your questions and provide tips for success!

+ $5 suggested donation

+ no pre-registration, just show up!

+ expectant parents through all stages of breastfeeding, and of course, babies welcome!

+ facilitators: katy baker-cohen + colleen elwood

Calling all expecting and tired parents! Are you rocking baby to sleep for hours to put her to sleep? Is your kid waking up in the middle of the night? Are naps non existent? Do you want to learn how to put baby in the right path to good sleep from day one? This class is for you! During this 1.5 hours workshop, sleep expert Maria Lopez will teach you about the science of children’s sleep, why problems occur, how to prevent them and how to troubleshoot your current issues. Topics include: Children’s sleep Sleep props and how to prevent and stop them Ideal routines for each age Common sleep problems: Regressions, night wakings, and short naps. Helpful sleep hacks This class is good for children of all ages. Bring all your questions!

+ $15

+ space is limited, we suggest you pre-register for this event

+ scholarships available for our Onward Mama Members (call or inquire within)

+ instructor: Maria Lopez

Pregnancy and childbirth are normal and natural processes that your body intuitively understands and moves through. In this series we will work to tap into your intuition, listening to our bodies and helping you feel comfortable both mentally and physically during this transformational time. Taught in a small group environment, this series is a safe and free space for inquiry and discussion, as well as a place to relax and let go. Open to all levels of practitioner from brand new beginners to lifelong yogis who are curious about modifying a vigorous practice through the stages of pregnancy.

+ $90 for 6 week series (2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17) / $17 per drop-in

+ pre-registration required for series sign-up.

+ one scholarship available. call or inquire within!

+ instructor: leila zinni

Becoming a parent is life changing. It can feel blissful, terrifying, easy, hard, rewarding, and challenging all at the same time. So much has changed, there’s so many questions, so many emotions, let’s talk about it! Our new parent support groups are facilitated by trained doulas who help guide the transition into the new role of parenthood. Here we share our stories, ask hard questions, reminisce about the joys, and maybe (probably) cry a little. Find your tribe with us, all are welcome.

+ $5 suggested donation

+ no pre-registration required, just show up!

+ facilitator: jenna brown

The AAP says to place our babies on their backs to sleep. Many gadgets we place our babies in have them lying on their backs as well. (Think car seats, baby swings, cribs.) Lying on their backs for too long can lead to head shape concerns and even development issues.
Did you know babies need to be on their tummies for at least 6 hours a day to build their core strength and help them reach important milestones such as crawling and walking? You may have read about TummyTime and want to do it, but your baby doesn’t like it. In class, you and your baby will learn ways to enjoy TummyTime.

Infant massage and TummyTime can also:
- Improve sleep (sleep is as important as food)
- Enhance GI function (baby fussy, gassy, colicky?)
- Promote optimal head shape (love the rounded look, to match the cheeks!)
- Facilitate physiologic brain development (big word meaning that your baby’s brain grows the way it should.)
- Breastfeed more easily (yay!)
- Develop core strength and optimize physical development (Your baby’s body will be more balanced and symmetrical.)
- Build trust and safety (and fun too.)
- Have fun and help your baby develop strength & reach those milestones.

+ $25/$45 per couple

+ best for babies 0-6 months

+ pre-registration required

+ scholarship available for our Onward Mama Members (call or inquire within)

+ instructor: Nikki Lee

Join us for a monthly chat on hot topic health issues that new parents often have many questions about. We will start with an informal presentation on the monthly topic and then open up for a group discussion regarding the issue. Some topics may include: pediatric fever, fussiness in a new baby, baby bowel movements, and introducing solid foods.

This Month: vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration

+ Free

+ No pre-registration required, just drop-in!

+ Babies welcome

+ Facilitator: Kristen Smith, PA-C

Pregnancy and childbirth are normal and natural processes that your body intuitively understands and moves through. In this series we will work to tap into your intuition, listening to our bodies and helping you feel comfortable both mentally and physically during this transformational time. Taught in a small group environment, this series is a safe and free space for inquiry and discussion, as well as a place to relax and let go. Open to all levels of practitioner from brand new beginners to lifelong yogis who are curious about modifying a vigorous practice through the stages of pregnancy.

+ $90 for 6 week series (2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17) / $17 per drop-in

+ pre-registration required for series sign-up.

+ one scholarship available. call or inquire within!

+ instructor: leila zinni

Becoming a parent is life changing. It can feel blissful, terrifying, easy, hard, rewarding, and challenging all at the same time. So much has changed, there’s so many questions, so many emotions, let’s talk about it! Our new parent support groups are facilitated by trained doulas who help guide the transition into the new role of parenthood. Here we share our stories, ask hard questions, reminisce about the joys, and maybe (probably) cry a little. Find your tribe with us, all are welcome.

+ $5 suggested donation

+ no pre-registration required, just show up!

+ facilitator: jenna brown

at least one in five moms and at least one in ten dads experience a postpartum mood disorder, but so few talk about it. the postpartum period, often called the fourth trimester, can be a time filled with isolation, anxiety, and sadness. this can all feel even more confusing if you are also experiencing the many highs of becoming a new parent. every month, this group, led by a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in perinatal and postpartum mental heath, will explore a different topic related to mental health and the transition to parenthood.

this month’s topic: Romance and Parenting: No bed of roses

This group will explore how the transition to parenthood impacts romantic partnerships and how this can impact or exacerbate your mental health.

+ pay what you can! Payment taken at the door.

+ please pre-register in advance!

+ facilitator: julia rolf

Pregnancy and childbirth are normal and natural processes that your body intuitively understands and moves through. In this series we will work to tap into your intuition, listening to our bodies and helping you feel comfortable both mentally and physically during this transformational time. Taught in a small group environment, this series is a safe and free space for inquiry and discussion, as well as a place to relax and let go. Open to all levels of practitioner from brand new beginners to lifelong yogis who are curious about modifying a vigorous practice through the stages of pregnancy.

+ $90 for 6 week series (2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17) / $17 per drop-in

+ pre-registration required for series sign-up.

+ one scholarship available. call or inquire within!

+ instructor: leila zinni

Becoming a parent is life changing. It can feel blissful, terrifying, easy, hard, rewarding, and challenging all at the same time. So much has changed, there’s so many questions, so many emotions, let’s talk about it! Our new parent support groups are facilitated by trained doulas who help guide the transition into the new role of parenthood. Here we share our stories, ask hard questions, reminisce about the joys, and maybe (probably) cry a little. Find your tribe with us, all are welcome.

+ $5 suggested donation

+ no pre-registration required, just show up!

+ facilitator: jenna brown

Choosing to breastfeed provides so many benefits for you and your baby, but it doesn't always come easy. Come find connection, support, and education on your breastfeeding journey. Facilitated by a international board certified lactation consultant who can help answer your questions and provide tips for success!

+ $5 suggested donation

+ no pre-registration, just show up!

+ note: this support group is held every other Thursday

+ expectant parents through all stages of breastfeeding, and of course babies, welcome!

+ facilitators: katie katz + katy baker-cohen

Pregnancy and childbirth are normal and natural processes that your body intuitively understands and moves through. In this series we will work to tap into your intuition, listening to our bodies and helping you feel comfortable both mentally and physically during this transformational time. Taught in a small group environment, this series is a safe and free space for inquiry and discussion, as well as a place to relax and let go. Open to all levels of practitioner from brand new beginners to lifelong yogis who are curious about modifying a vigorous practice through the stages of pregnancy.

+ $90 for 6 week series (2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17) / $17 per drop-in

+ pre-registration required for series sign-up.

+ one scholarship available. call or inquire within!

+ instructor: leila zinni

Infant and toddler motor development will be assessed by a Physical Therapist. In this class, parents have the liberty to ask any questions or concerns about why their baby does (or does not) move in certain ways. As a group, parents will position their babies in a variety of ways to see how their child responds with movement. Activities will be modified for each child based upon age or skill level. Parents or caregivers will come away with a clear understanding of commonly asked questions regarding infant and toddler development.

Note: non-walkers = newborns through infants who can not yet pull-to-stand

+ $15 per child

+ Pre-registration required

+ Onward Mama scholarship available. Please call or inquire within for more details.

+ Facilitator: Dr. Kindra Scott