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 White Plains, NY - White Plains Hospital Center (WPHC) and Destination Maternity will be offering the following parent-child education classes during the month of February. All classes take place at White Plains Hospital Center, 41 East Post Road, or at Destination Maternity’s learning studio, 5 Maple Ave.
Pre-Registration is required for all educational classes. Registration is available by calling the Parent Education department at 914-681-1234, and also at Destination Maternity by using the Parent Education Phone at the Juice Bar.
Classes and Programs
Pre-natal Yoga: Relaxing exercise in gentle yoga postures will increase flexibility, strength, circulation, balance and the mind-body-spirit connection for expecting mothers. Certified yoga instructors will guide mom in a safe and supportive manner through movements and techniques to support their pregnancy. Class is recommended for 2nd and 3rd trimester
Mondays: Classes with Lauren
10:15-11:15AM All levels Prenatal Yoga ($15 or Class Pass - $120/10)
11:30AM- 12:30PM Mommy & Me Yoga ($15 or Class Pass - $120/10)
Tuesday evening: Class with Sinda
7PM-8PM All levels Prenatal Yoga
Wednesdays: Classes with Jennifer
10:15-11:15AM All levels Prenatal Yoga ($15 or Class Pass - $120/10)
11:30AM- 12:30PM Mommy & Me Yoga ($15 or Class Pass - $120/10)
Thursdays: Classes with Lauren
10:15-11:15AM All levels Prenatal Yoga ($15 or Class Pass - $120/10)
11:30AM- 12:30PM Mommy & Me Yoga ($15 or Class Pass - $120/10)
Saturday morning: Class with Sinda
11AM-12PM All levels Prenatal Yoga ($15 or Class Pass - $120/10)
Breastfeeding Basics: Monday, February 22nd from 6:30-8:30PM $50/family
Get your breastfeeding experience off to a great start by learning researched based information. In class we will be discussing the benefits of breastfeeding, positioning, establishing a good milk supply, and common concerns. We welcome all those supporting you during this time.
Breastfeeding Follow-up Clinic: Wednesday, February 10th from 1-2:30PM $10/family
Take advantage of the opportunity to meet with other breastfeeding mothers and babies and discuss concerns and issues with a Board Certified Lactation Specialist.
Childbirth Education Classes: Sunday, February 7th and 21st from 11AM-6PM $200/couple
Knowledge about the childbirth process and the options available during pregnancy, labor and delivery are essential to reducing anxiety and to having a positive birth experience. This is a comprehensive, fact-based and fun class, covering a wide variety of topics. Snacks provided. Bring 2 pillows and lunch
Daddy Boot Camp: Wednesday, February 17th from 7-8:30PM $35
For new Dads and Dads to be, learn survival tips and strategies to ease the transition to fatherhood.
Infant Massage: Wednesday, February 24th from 6:30-9PM $40/couple
Presented by a certified infant massage instructor. You will learn about the benefits of infant massage for both infants and parents. Varying massage strokes will also be discussed and demonstrated.
New Mothers Support Group: Thursday starting February 4th from 1:30-3PM $95 for 5 week series (5 consecutive weeks: 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11)
New mothers may face unexpected challenges, with a variety of emotional and physical changes to deal with. This 5 week support group for new mothers with infants under 3 months of age will be facilitated by an experienced maternity nurse from White Plains Hospital Center, who will lead group discussion on a variety of issues. These topics include the changing role of new mother, family dynamics, sleep deprivation, isolation, and infant development, and additional areas of interest to the group. Come share with other new mothers and make new friends in the community.
Parenting: Wednesday, February 3rd from 6:30-9PM $50/couple
This class will help new parents to become familiar with the basics of caring for their infant in the first 6 weeks after birth. Topics covered will include:
- Understanding normal infant behavior, communication, appearance, and sleep patterns
- Understanding basics of diapering, umbilical cord care, and bathing of your baby
- Choosing a pediatrician
- Understanding common newborn procedures in the hospital
- Transition of couple to family
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