Childbirth Classes in Washington, DC

This is a 3-hour class. This class is designed for the mom that desires to have a non-medicated birth either at home or in the hospital. We will not be covering the basics. This is an advanced class. This class has had a very high success rate of moms that deliver their babies non-medicated. Prerequisites: You have already attended a full Childbirth...

Wondering about the benefits of a Lamaze Class, but want to take a “test drive” first?  Treat yourself to lunch out and then head to GW Hospital to learn a little about Lamaze!  This class will allow you to meet an instructor, see some current parents taking a class and get a sneak peak at what our classes cover.  Plan on visiting...

A 3-hour hands-on experience devoted to instilling confidence in you as an expecting parent.  This is a fun class where you will learn: Care of the circumcision and umbilical cord Bathing Comforting a crying/colicky baby Diapering Dressing Necessary supplies Swaddling Feeding basics Infant behavior and sleep patterns Infant massage...

Pain is a normal part of birth. It is how your body communicates its needs to you. It tells you when it's time for your baby to be born, which positions to move into for comfort and to progress, and when and how to push.  But pain can also by scary, especially if you're anticipating it and don't know what to expect or how you're going to manage...

Infant Sleep Pattern Workshop: Work With Them, Not Against Them If you're worried about how you'll get any sleep with a new baby or if these first couple months have been sleepless, this workshop is for you. This workshop is for expecting parents or parents with infants under 3 months old. We will be discussing infant sleep patterns in the first...

We spend a great deal of time learning about the pregnancy and the birth of our little ones. We research car seats and cribs until we dream about them. However, we spend very little time thinking about how we will manage life after our new family member arrives. In this class you will learn: What it will be like for mom postpartum Complications...