Lesson Tag: birth

"Baby blues" are more common than most people think and can be felt in different ways by different women. Postpartum blues may be particularly intense for those who have a history of depression. JoAnn want to hear from parents about their experiences, answer questions and invite folks to share successes in addressing this challenge and any other topics that are on your mind.  At this session, Autumn and JoAnn will share ideas about

• Why the blues can take hold soon after your baby’s birth
• How to take care of yourself in the early months postpartum
• When to seek professional support. 

While you are still pregnant is a great time to build positive routines for your own self-care.  Having a clear rhythm to your day, honoring the needs of your body to be active, refuel energy, and sleep lay a great foundation for creating a rhythm once baby has arrived.  In this class we will talk about

• The value of self-care for your mood and personal organization
• What counts as self-care 
• How to build a sustainable routine that offers balance

Babies are born ready to interact and rely on parents. Yet many parents feel unprepared to care for a baby. How do you know when your baby is ready to eat, play, sleep? How do you ensure that you and your baby have a secure attachment? In this class we’ll discuss

● How babies let parents know what they need

● What is a secure attachment relationship?

● What’s important for creating a strong foundation with your baby

Even if you are excited about having a baby, it is common to feel worried too. Learn the facts about what to expect from the prenatal process. Get ideas about how to care for yourself and your baby in order to calm your concerns. This class will help you turn your worries into practical steps toward a healthy birth.

Participants will be able to:

• Recognize risks to pregnant women and newborn babies, especially for women of color
• Identify action steps you can take to protect your health and your baby
• Work together with your medical provider in ways that will help you build a healthy birth