PROGRAMS

SUPPORT CIRCLES & GROUPS

SLEEP SUPPORT CIRCLE
DROP-IN EVERY FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH
Crystal Malone is an infant sleep support specialist, postpartum doula and perinatal educator who has been holding space for sleepy parents for several years now. Join a collective of other parents of babies 0-18 months to ask practical questions, get tips and gain valuable community support in the trying times of the sleep deprived postpartum period.

WORKSHOPS

There’s so much to learn about the joys and challenges of pregnancy, labor and immediate postpartum. We’ve curated thorough list of workshops that cover the whole continuum of childbearing, from conception through adjusting to family roles. Take a look at our offerings, check out our A-list educators and click through for scheduled dates!

Current Workshops:

INFANT CPR

TBD

Infant CPR is a class that teaches lifesaving skills for infant choking relief in the comfort of your home. This class is great for new parents, grandparents, babysitters, nannies, and anyone who wants to learn CPR skills. Certificate cards are not given at the end of this class.

RESTORE YOUR CORE: POSTPARTUM EDITION

TBD

Spend time with our pelvic floor therapist to learn movement strategies to prevent back pain in early postpartum. You’ll focus on tangible tips for movement such as exhaling with exertion, pressure management, avoiding constipation, how to pick your baby up safely and more. Stay fluid, mobile and begin the healthy work to restore your core after childbirth! This group is suitable for gestational parents & partners in the postpartum period, those who had babies vaginally or via caesarian birth.

BIRTH STORY WRITING WORKSHOP SERIES

TBD

Capture the most momentous story of them all: The experience of your baby’s birth or your postpartum period. This is a way to celebrate or heal through a supported creative endeavor. Join this series of six writing workshop sessions with a professional doula, writer and editor. You will have your complete, irreplaceable narrative record. Spots are limited, please reserve yours ASAP. 

PELVIC FLOOR HEALTH & INTIMACY AFTER BABY

TBD

Spend time with our pelvic floor therapist to have an honest and supportive discussion on the role of the pelvic floor post birth in overall health, healing and intimacy. Learn to perform self-administered healing techniques, pelvic floor-related breathwork, massage and more.

BABY LOVE+PLAY INFANT MASSAGE CLASS

TBD

Join our Baby Love+Play Infant Massage Class to learn techniques to calm your baby, support your bond and engage with your little one in this special, loving way!

In addition, you will learn stretches and games you can play with your baby.

BABY LOVE+PLAY GYM IN-PERSON SERIES

TBD

Join our Baby Love+Play Gym, hosted by pediatric physical therapist and play expert Donna! Bond with your baby and spend time with other local parents at our in-person classes! Babies will explore their senses and use fun and play to support their growth and development.

PARENTS OF JEWISH BABIES VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUP

TBD

Welcoming parents of Jewish babies in this safe and supportive space. Expecting, adopting, and/or parenting babies up to 2 years old are encouraged to join! Let us come together in these times of strife and share care for our sweet, Jewish families.

NEWBORN PREP AND SAFTEY

TBD

This newborn care prep class is full of practical ideas to make the time after birth bonding and supportive for parents and their new baby. We’ll also focus on newborn norms and safety topics such as safe sleep surfaces and practices, how to spot signs of distress in a newborn, tips to soothe a fussy baby and more. This program is recommended for expectant persons and partners or support people.

CONTACT US

Laura Vladimirova
Laura Vladimirova
Women’s Center Director
718-943-6394