Denver/Boulder Pregnancy Guide
Local Pregnancy and Baby-Related Events
Starting Monday, June 1st, 11 AM to 12:30 PM, A Postpartum Group Discovering Motherhood: 6-week series, Adjusting to having a new baby takes much more than the six weeks medical doctors designate as the "postpartum period." Whether you are new to motherhood or have just added a child to your family, each experience is different and requires social, emotional, and informational support for a healthy adjustment. Come chat, cry, laugh and explore with other mothers. Register at bellybliss.org
Tuesday, June 16th, 6 PM to 9:15 PM: Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth, This twelve-week series of classes focuses on the pregnancy and birth process as a state of wellness: centered on the knowledge that all aspects of pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum are delicately interwoven. The ultimate goal of the class is optimal health and wellness for both mother and baby. Price: $325, includes the student workbook. For more information or to register, please contact Judith at 303.519.4519 or judith@holisticbirthing.com.Location: Becoming Mothers, 2525 Arapahoe Ave. Boulder, 80302.
Thursday, June 18th, 7:30 PM to 10 PM: Blissful Breastfeeding with Cathy Heise, This class is essential for all pregnant moms who are considering breastfeeding. Spend a couple hours with Cathy, our Lactation Consultant and Nurse to discuss breastfeeding benefits and techniques. This class is designed to help parents feel confident and knowledgeable about their decision to breastfeed while and providing evidence-based information and skills to promote successful breastfeeding. $35 for a single reservation or $50 per couple. Location: Belly Bliss, Cherry Creek North at 300 Josephine Street, Denver, 80206, 303.399.1191, register at bellybliss.org.
Saturday, June 20th, 1:30 PM to 3 PM: Cloth Diapering is Back? with Lisa Van Damme, Have you considered using cloth diapers but don't know if it is the right choice for you? Cloth diapers are good for your baby, great for the environment, and cute as can be! This class will help you decide if cloth diapering is correct for you and prepare you to be a pro at using cloth diapers. We will explain the differences and benefits of various types of cloth diapers, including prefolds, fitted, pocket, one-size, and all-in-ones. You will get a chance to see each type as well as check out the leading brands of modern cloth diapers on the market today. We will also discuss how to launder cloth diapers and manage "output". Please join us for the informative event, you won't regret it. $15 per person. Location: Belly Bliss, Cherry Creek North at 300 Josephine Street, Denver, 80206, 303.399.1191, register at bellybliss.org.
Saturday, June 20th, 3:15 PM to 4:15 PM: Slings & More: Babywearing Basics with Heather Thompson. Carry your baby, transform your family! Carried babies cry less and learn more. Parents who carry their children can nurture and soothe them hands-free. This class will help you choose a baby carrier that fits your personality and lifestyle; various styles from frame backpacks to wraps to asian-style carriers will be discussed and demonstrated. Participants will also have the opportunity to try the various carriers themselves. If you already have a carrier you'd like to learn to use (or use better!), feel free to bring it. Are you a dad, partner, grandparent, or other caregiver? Please come along, babywearing is also for you! Babies welcome-$18 per person. Location: Belly Bliss, Cherry Creek North at 300 Josephine Street, Denver, 80206, 303.399.1191, register at bellybliss.org.
Thursday, June 25th, 7:15 PM to 9:15 PM: Infant CPR/Choking, Learn how to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and choking from a certified instructor. This course teaches parents how to recognize and care for choking, breathing and cardiac emergencies in infants up to 12 months of age from a certified American Heart Association instructor. Learn when to perform CPR and identifying a concious choking victim as well as an unconcious choking victim and how to prevent these emergencies. Every parent should know how to save their child's life!! This class is not for certification. $35 Single reservation. $50 per couple. Location: Belly Bliss, Cherry Creek North at 300 Josephine Street, Denver, 80206, 303.399.1191, register at bellybliss.org..
Saturday, June 27th, 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM: Communicating with Your Unborn Child: "Communicating with your unborn child is your birthright. My premise is that you already know how to do this, however, you may lack awareness and or confidence in your ability and skills. My goal, as a birth intuitive, is to empower you, the parent, to reinforce and to trust your inner wisdom and intuition. The purpose of my work is to support you in gaining proficiency and confidence in your ability to connect and communicate with your unborn child." - Teresa Robertson To listen to a free intro to Teresa's class Communicating with your Unborn Child visit: http://www.audioacrobat.com/play/W3Nkg8C4 For mamas and papas use this mind, body and spirit based approach to: Learn how you receive information back from your unborn baby- Validate your communication process with your baby, learn that you are not imagining it all Learn and understand better his/her needs These tools are great for use in labor Learn how to create with your baby now Release fear and obstacles to ideal birth. Location: Belly Bliss, Cherry Creek North at 300 Josephine Street, Denver, 80206, 303.399.1191, register at bellybliss.org.
Sunday, June 28th, 12 PM to 2 PM: Choices in Childcare, Join us for an informational conversation about community and resources available in childcare. The following important topics will be covered: Bringing baby home, The first care providers, Each Family has their way – claim and discover yours, Nannies, Schools and Daycares, What questions to ask and what to look for, Resources. This workshop is taught by Kathy Della Mia: nanny, post- partum doula, yoga teacher and mother. Location: Belly Bliss, Cherry Creek North at 300 Josephine Street, Denver, 80206, 303.399.1191, register at bellybliss.org.
Monday, June 29th, 7 PM to 8 PM: Meet the Doula's Night, This event is FREE TO PARENTS and is a great opportunity to come and find out more about what a doula does, how they can help you and get any answers to your questions. We will do a short talk to discuss the above-mentioned topics and then you will have the opportunity to mingle with the different doulas at the event, get their information and maybe find the right doula for you! To read more about Doulas and our Doula of the Month visit http://bellybliss.org/doula-services-colorado.html. Location: Belly Bliss, Cherry Creek North at 300 Josephine Street, Denver, 80206, 303.399.1191, register at bellybliss.org.
Monday, June 29th, 7 PM to 9:15 PM: Empowering Childbirth-BEFORE BIRTH, Empowering Childbirth with Michelle-Nicholle Calareso is an eleven week class that focuses on communication, practical skills, comfort techniques, connecting with support during and after labor, while at the same time creating a community for you and your baby. This series is a two part class; the first seven weeks focus on practical skills and communication so that one has an empowering birth and postpartum experience. After the babies are born, the group resumes to discuss the transition to parenthood, breastfeeding, sleep options, and maintaining meaningful adult connections. In Michelle-Nicholle`s 11 week birth and postpartum series the trust and new relationships formed when expecting one`s child have the opportunity to flourish once the babies are born. For more information and to register for this class, as well as doula services, please call Michelle-Nicholle at 303-775-8305 or email sunflowerdoula@gmail.com. Location: Becoming Mothers, 2525 Arapahoe Ave. Boulder, 80302. $275 per couple (part 1 and part 2).
Do you offer classes or services to pregnant women? Are you a childbirth educator and want to tell more people about your programs? Just send an email to hillary@swellpg.com, and we will post your event.
