Education for Parenthood

Newborn Care for Parents-to-be

with Heather Thompson

1 class, 2 hours $50

This class covers both basic newborn care (bathing, dressing, diapering) as well as logistical and emotional elements of the first few weeks of being new parents. In addition to discussing the importance of a “babymoon” (recruiting help with household chores after baby arrives in order to make the transition easier) parents will be taught warning signs in various health areas including, but not limited to, cord care, urination/bowel movements, and skin care.

Babywearing

with Heather Thompson

1 class, 1 hour, $20/person $25/family

Learn how to “wear” your baby - a fancy term for carrying your baby in a soft style carrier against your body - so that you have your hands free! This class will help you choose a baby carrier that fits your lifestyle and personality and well as improve your use of carriers you already own. Babies in arms are welcome!

Going Back to Work for Breastfeeding Moms

with Amanda Glenn and Heather Thompson

1 class, 1.5 hours, $50 (or $35 as add on to other breastfeeding classes).

Planning to go back to work after baby arrives? Trying to get ready to go back to work? Already back at work but would like some logistic or emotional support? Please join us for a class designed just for you! We will cover topics including creating your stockpile, working well with childcare providers, and help you navigate logistics at work and home. Come with question, concerns and experiences. Babies in arms are welcome.

Sleep Group

with Patience Bleskan

Every Wednesday 1:30-3pm at the Mother'hood

Feeling sleep deprived? You are not alone. This group is to help bring to light the reality of sleep when you have an infant. Our culture puts too much emphasis on infants sleeping though the night. When your child is still waking, a sense of shame and guilt can make it difficult to get the help and support you want or need.

Join Patience Bleskan, a parenting coach and consultant, at this weekly group to get answers, information and camaraderie. This is the place you can be honest about how sleep is going, hear the truth about others’ experiences, and get insight on how to get the sleep you want.

Sound Sleep for Infants

with Patience Bleskan

1 class, 2 hours $40

Do you know what healthy newborn and infant sleep looks like? Do you want to do everything you can to have an infant that sleeps well? Parents who understand how to support newborn and infant sleep development have lower rates of postpartum depressions, find more joy in parenting and are able to return to a more active life sooner. Join Patience Bleskan for this information packed workshop on supporting and creating healthy happy sleep for you and your infant. Topics covered in this workshop include but are not limited to: the sleeping infants needs, the developing brain’s role in sleep, how much sleep infants need as they grow, the role nursing and food play, when to create a sleep schedule, is co-sleeping a good choice for you, when and if to sleep train.

Diaper Free Before 3!

with Patience Bleskan
1 class, 2 hours $40

New research about how children learn to use the toilet has completely changed the conversation parents and professionals are having about when children can, and should, learn to control their bowel and bladder. If you are interested in making the move out of diapers an exciting experience join us for this funny and informative seminar.

Patience Bleskan, MA a child development specialist and parenting coach, will outline the developmental stages of learning to use the toilet and how you as a parent can take the best advantage of them. Patience has been supporting families for over 10 years and has helped over a hundred families through the process of creating happy and healthy voiding habits.

Sound Sleep for Toddlers

with Patience Bleskan

1 class, 2 hours $40

Is your toddler having trouble going to sleep or staying asleep? These issues may be new or ones continuing from infancy. Either way you can make it better. Join Patience Bleskan, a child development specialist and parenting coach, to learn about the development and support of sleep in the toddler years. Toddlers have a new understanding of the world which makes them better able to regulate and maintain sleep for long periods of time. Understanding the factors that help or hinder toddler sleep gives parents an advantage to creating a happy rested family. Topics covered in this class include but are not limited to: Self soothing, bedtimes and routines, napping, night weaning, transitioning out of the crib, co-sleeping with an older child: how to do it safely or transition out of it.

Sibling Preparation

with Amanda Glenn
1 class, 2 hours $40

info coming soon

Birth of a Sibling

with Patience Bleskan
1 class, 2 hours $40

How do you make sure your child is ready to be a sibling and welcome new baby?
Becoming a big brother or big sister is a big transition. Without good preparation new big sisters and brothers can struggle with regression, acting out, aggression, and jealousy. Join Patience Bleskan, MA in this class to learn the few simple things that make a big difference in the happy growth of your family.

Patience Bleskan is a child development specialist who has been working with families for over ten years. She highly respects the uniqueness of every parent and child and strives to help each family find the parenting approach and style that works for them.

Transition into Toddlerhood

with Amanda Glenn

1 class, 2 hours $40

info coming soon

Discipline with YES

with Patience Bleskan
1 class, 2 hours $40

Do you want to start saying YES more than you say NO?
Messes, tantrums, grabbing, hitting-- Children make many mistakes as they grow and learn what is right and wrong. Which means parents have to make lots of corrections. Research shows parents tell their children 18 negatives to every 1 positive. Sign up for this class and discover how to be positive while still setting limits and teaching correct behaviors.
Patience Bleskan has worked with families for over ten years. In this class she will provide simple tools to make your daily interactions with your children more effective and enjoyable.

Behavior and Developmental Consultation, Birth through age 3.

with Amanda Glenn

Just about the time you've got your little ones figured out, they change right? Need help keeping up?

As a developmental consultant, Amanda draws upon her MA in Educational Psychology, experience as an early childhood educator with infants and children through age 5, and training in the world renowned Reggio Emilia Philosophy to Early Childhood Education. Amanda and is gifted in her ability to communicate with young children in a way that both meets their needs and dissipates tantrums or conflict.

Through her developmental consultation, Amanda will share this distinct insight into the mind of a young child with you. Consultations usually begin with a brief conversation over the phone or via email explaining the family's particular challenges and/or concerns. Amanda will assess her ability to address your concerns and either set up a face-to-face meeting with you or provide appropriate referrals. During your initial meeting, Amanda listens to your concerns, observes family dynamics and your child's behavior, and offers individualized strategies for the family. Follow-up via email or additional home visits are available as needed.

Individual Consultations

with Patience Bleskan

Individual Consultations give families support that is unique to them, their situation and goals. Patience does consulting and coaching with families on sleep, discipline, toileting, and sibling relationships. Visit her website to learn more.