Birth, Baby and Breastfeeding Classes
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Preparing for your Hospital Birth in Chicago
In this 4 hour class, you will learn how to navigate ALL of the many options & choices that you can have in the hospital setting. Learn about hospital protocols, informed decision making, and navigating this entire experience so that your family can have a positive birth experience. We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. A comprehensive workbook will be included.
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Intro to Childbirth
Prepare for your upcoming birth in this fun, informative and dynamic 4 hour class taught by a certified labor and postpartum doula and childbirth educator. Some topics include stages of labor, labor warm ups vs. real labor, what to expect at the hospital or home birth, relaxation techniques, and breastfeeding tips. We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. A comprehensive workbook will be included.
Sun. Jan. 12, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sun. Feb. 9, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sun. Mar. 9, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sun. Apr. 6, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sun. May 4, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sun. Jun. 8, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sun. Jul. 13, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Comfort Measures
Finding ways to cope physically and mentally during labor can be daunting, but fear not, in this 3-hour class you will learn of many effective ways to find comfort! You will gain the confidence and tools you need to have a more positive birth. Some topics include: coping in early and active labor, how to feel safe and stay calm, how to feel physically comfortable, movement techniques, pushing positions, and more!
Sat. Jan. 25, 1pm-4pm
Prenatal Fit Lincoln Park
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Sat. Feb. 8, 1pm-4pm
Prenatal Fit Lincoln Park
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Sat. Mar. 8, 1pm-4pm
Prenatal Fit Lincoln Park
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Sat. Apr. 5, 1pm-4pm
Prenatal Fit Lincoln Park
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Sat. May. 3, 1pm-4pm
Prenatal Fit Lincoln Park
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Sat. Jun. 14, 1pm-4pm
Prenatal Fit Lincoln Park
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Bringing Home Baby
This class is perfect to prepare you for your first child, or serve as a great refresher if it’s been a while since your last. Topics include understanding your newborn (what is normal & their cues) and newborn care which includes bathing, diapering, swaddling, feeding options and more. This class also prepares you for what to expect with your own recovery and postpartum journey including the support that will be needed. We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. This is a 4 hour class and a comprehensive workbook will be included.
Sun. Dec. 15, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sat. Jan. 11, 9am-1pm
Centre PT Oak Park
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Sun. Jan. 26, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sat. Feb. 1, 9am-1pm
Centre PT Oak Park
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Sun. Feb. 16, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sat. Mar. 8, 9am-1pm
Centre PT Oak Park
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Sun. Mar. 23, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sun. Apr. 13, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sat. Apr. 26, 9am-1pm
Centre PT Oak Park
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Sat. May. 3, 9am-1pm
Centre PT Oak Park
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Sun. May 18, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sat. Jun. 7, 9am-1pm
Centre PT Oak Park
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Sun. Jun. 22, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sat. Jul. 19, 9am-1pm
Centre PT Oak Park
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Sun. Jul. 20, 10am-2:30pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Newborn Care 101
Do you need to learn how to take care of your upcoming newborn, but don’t have the time for an in-person class? In this self-paced virtual class, you will learn all of the basics of taking care of your baby. Some topics include understanding your newborn (what is normal & their cues) and newborn care which includes bathing, diapering, swaddling, feeding options and more. Our video demonstrations and activities will leave you fully prepared to care for your little one. This is a 2.5 hour class focused ONLY on newborn care and development. It is highly recommended for families who are adopting, having a baby via surrogate, or those who would love to have more information about hands-on newborn care. We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. A comprehensive downloadable workbook will be included.
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Breastfeeding
If you are planning on Breastfeeding it is HIGHLY recommended that you take a breastfeeding class. This 2.5 hour class will help you gain confidence and a deeper understanding for breastfeeding! Some topics include breastfeeding benefits, baby cues, schedules, paced bottle feeding, and challenges. We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. A comprehensive workbook will be included.
Sun. Jan. 26, 3:30pm-6pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sat. Feb. 1, 11am-1:30pm
Burr Ridge Birth Center
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Sun. Mar. 23, 3:30pm-6pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sat. Apr. 5, 11am-1:30pm
Burr Ridge Birth Center
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Sun. May 18, 3:30pm-6pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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Sat. Jun. 21, 11am-1:30pm
Burr Ridge Birth Center
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Sun. Jul. 20, 3:30pm-6pm
Centre PT Lincoln Park
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You are invited to our spring Meet the Doulas, Baby in Bloom Pop Up! This is a wonderful opportunity for expectant parents to connect with our team of birth and postpartum doulas, meet some of our outstanding partners, and enjoy fun activities. To make this event even more special, you can create your own floral bouquet to take home.
Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025, 10am-1pm, open house
Location: B Collective: 3461 N. Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60657
Cost: free for those not making a bouquet, $20 to make a bouquet
Partners and family members are welcome. 1 sign up per couple and 1 bouquet per purchase.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is the difference between your classes and the classes that my hospital offers?
A: Our classes are comprehensive, hands-on, communication and activity-based. They include a helpful and easy-to-implement workbook. Hospital-based classes are larger and typically lecture-style, shorter, non-interactive and not as comprehensive. Our in-person classes are smaller (typically 7-8 couples) which allows for more conversation and activities.
Q: How do I know what classes to take?
A: Click here to take our class quiz. Most of our birthing classes are geared for medicated or unmedicated births. The focus is informed decision-making and communication with your partner and healthcare provider. We strongly believe that your options can help you have an improved birth outcome.
Q: Does the fee for the class include both me and my partner?
A: YES! The fee for our classes covers the cost of two attendees: you and a support person of your choice.
Q: What happens if I can’t make the in-person class on the date that I choose?
A: We always aim to find a solution for your family, whether that’s moving you to another class date, or sharing our virtual self-paced class with you.
Q: Do you have these classes offered in any other languages other than English?
A: All of our virtual classes are offered in both Spanish and English. Click here to learn more about our Spanish classes.
Q: Do you offer a discount on birth doula support if you sign up for classes?
A: Yes, our birth doula clients have the option to purchase our birth doula & class package and save 45% on virtual classes and 50% on in-person classes. Click here to connect with us about doula support and our class packages.
Q: Where are your in-person classes offered?
A: Our in-person classes are located at various locations throughout the city, and in some of the suburbs. Please check out the individual class that you’re interested in to see the location.
Q: What are your most popular classes?
A: Most first time parents sign up for Intro to Childbirth, Bringing Home Baby, and Breastfeeding.
Q: Should I take a breastfeeding class?
A: We highly recommend taking a breastfeeding class if you plan on breastfeeding. Our breastfeeding class comes with a very helpful workbook and is more comprehensive than most hospital-based classes.