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Unique Classes for the modern family

Due to COVID19, classes are currently being held via web-based, or done as private sessions.
​Contact us to arrange! 
Classes are held at Simpson Family Wellness, 4922 W Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse.
(unless noted)

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1 Day Childbirth Education

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The starting point to prepare you for labor and delivery. We'll cover:
  • Stages of labor
  • Interventions
  • Informed consent
  • Role of partner & doula
  • Positions for labor
Class length: 3 hours
Cost: $100
When: Private or virtually
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10 Week Childbirth Ed.

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25 hours of comprehensive childbirth education. We'll cover: 
  • Variations of labor
  • Common tests & procedures
  • Natural pain relieving techniques
  • Life with the new baby
  • Online breastfeeding info.
  • And so much more! 

​Class length: 10-2.5 hour classes
Cost: $325
When: Virtually
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5 week Hospital Birth Class

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15 hours of information to help you navigate your birth as it unfolds in a hospital setting. We'll cover: 
  • Interventions
  • Medications
  • Cesareans
  • Relaxation techniques
  • And so much much!

​Class length: 5-3.5 hour classes
Cost: $250
When: Virtually

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Online Childbirth Ed.

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No time to sit at a live class? No problem! This self-paced class will give you everything you'd receive in a six hour childbirth class, in the comfort of your own home. 

Class length: 10 video modules at your own pace
Cost: $65
When: Ongoing, schedule any time!

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2 hour CoMfort Measures

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Learn a wide range of comfort techniques to cope and manage the intensity of labor. We'll cover: 
  • Positions for labor
  • Optimal fetal positioning
  • Rebozo
  • Relaxation techniques
  • Breathing exercises

​Class length: 2 hours
Cost: $75
When: Private class, call to schedule
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4 hour comfort measures

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This workshop is designed to help both partners build confidence for the big day. We'll cover: 
  • Relaxation
  • Comfort measures
  • Guided imagery
  • Communication skills for labor

Class length: 4 hours
Cost: $95
When: Private class, call to schedule


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Create Your Birth Plan

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Explore all the options surrounding your birth and how to ask for them. We'll cover:
  • Options for labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care
  • How to write a birth plan
  • Visual birth plans
  • Game of labor

​Class length: 1.5 hours
Cost: $50
When: Virtually, call to schedule
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Food & Fitness 

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Being healthy and low-risk will not only help you in the delivery room, but you will feel better during pregnancy, birth, and recover more quickly postpartum. Great for your entire childbearing years. We'll cover:
  • The how-to's to success
  • Build a good foundation to continue

​Class length: 3 hours
Cost: $60
When:
Virtually, call to schedule

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Sibling Preparation

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Are you unsure about talking to your children about your pregnancy?  Is your child anxious or curious about the arrival of their new sibling?  Planning a homebirth and want your other children present?  This class is for you! We'll cover: 
  • Age appropriate information
  • Planning for the baby's arrival
  • ​Colorful workbook for your child

​Class length: 1 hour in your home
Cost: $60
When: Private, scheduled upon request
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Birth prep

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Join together to learn from each other. Open discussion encouraged. We'll cover: 
  • Birth planning
  • Comfort measures
  • Planning for your postpartum
Class length: 3 hours
Cost: $100
When: Saturdays: December 5th, January 2nd, February 6th, March 6th
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Planning Your Cesarean

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Cesarean is certainly still a birth, and it deserves a childbirth class! We'll cover:
  • Options for a family-centered birth
  • Coping skills for before, during, and after your surgery
Class length: 1.5 hours
Cost: $50
When: Virtually
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pain relief in labor

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Need the tools for a natural labor, but also learn about medical options? We'll cover:
  • Natural comfort measures
  • Medical pain management options
Class length: 2.5 hours
Cost: $85
When: Private or virtual
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prenatal yoga

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Specialized class for expectant mothers. We'll cover: 
  • Centering
  • Breathing techniques
  • Body alignment
  • Helpful poses
  • Rejuvenating relaxation
Class length: 1.25 hours
Cost: 
$15/class or 5 classes for $65 

New classes starting in Syracuse! Contact office for more information!
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homebirth preparation

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You've made the decision to birth at home, now prepare so yourself so that you have a fabulous experience. We'll cover: 
  • Homebirth supplies
  • Preparing your home
  • Understanding the normal process of birth
  • Comfort measures
  • Hospital transfer
Class length: 2 hours
Cost: $75
When: Private or virtually
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Pregnancy HEalth 

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Pregnancy brings on changes, both physically and emotionally. We'll cover:
  • Exercise and nutrition for a healthy pregnancy
  • Common discomforts
  • Prevent complications
Class length: 1.5 hours
Cost: $50
When: Virtually
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Labor induction explained

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Whether it's medically necessary or elective, it's important to be educated in order to make informed decisions. We'll cover:
  • Induction methods
  • Risks and benefits
  • Informed consent
Class length: 1.5 hours
Cost: $50
When: Private or Virtually
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Modern grandparenting

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Times have changed! So have newborn recommendations and gadgets. We'll cover:
  • Up-to-date information
  • Caring for the family 
  • Baby care
  • Baby technology and gadgets
Class length: 2 hours
Cost: $75
When: Private
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all about breastfeeding

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Want to get breastfeeding off to a good start? This is your class! We'll cover:​
  • Nursing positions
  • Newborn cues
  • Proper latching
  • Keeping up your supply
  • Common concerns
  • Going back to work
Class length: 2 hours
Cost: $50

When: Virtually
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High demand class. Numerous classes available, contact the office for details.)
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Preparing for postpartum

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We plan for our birth, but many forget how important it is to plan for your postpartum! We'll cover:
  • Preparing your home
  • Baby care
  • ​Baby soothing
  • ​Embracing a new normal
Class length: 2.5 hours
Cost: $85
When: Private or Virtually
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Belly Binding

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Support your body's natural recovery from childbirth with the tradition of binding your torso during your postpartum. We'll cover: 
  • Benefits
  • Instructions 
  • Wrapping of bind
Class length: 1.5 hours
Cost: $85 includes wrap 
When: call to schedule!
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Newborn Sleep

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With a new baby comes sleep changes.  Learn how everyone can thrive with a new little one in the home.  We'll cover:
  • Normal infant sleep patterns
  • Expectations vs. reality
  • Sleep safety
  • Sleep tools
  • How to maximize sleep
  • Self care to thrive in new parenthood
  • Common Concerns
Class length: 1.5 hours
Cost: $50
When: ​Virtually
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Homecoming: Life with a new recruit​

infant cpr

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  This is your crash course for early parenthood to help you and your partner get off to a great start. We'll cover:
  • Newborn procedures
  • Babywearing
  • Safe sleep
  • Baby comfort techniques
  • Postpartum topics
  • Breastfeeding (online 3.5 hour course included)

Class length: 4 hours
Cost: $90
When: Private 



One of the best things you can do for your child is to learn infant CPR and choking. Recommended for all adults caring for your child. We'll cover how to:
  • Prevent
  • Recognize
  • Respond 
to cardiac and breathing emergencies! This class includes certification through the Red Cross. 

Class length: 2 hours
Cost: $75
When: Private 


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    • Birth Doula
    • Postpartum Care
    • Childbirth Classes
    • Placenta Encapsulation
    • Prenatal Yoga
    • Belly Binding
    • Lactation Support
    • Infant Sleep Education and Support
    • Meal Preparation
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  • Our Friends
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