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3 Class Self-Paced Package

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Self-Paced Intro to Childbirth, Bringing Home Baby and Breastfeeding

Our SELF-PACED class bundle includes the same quality classes and amazing workbooks. This self paced three class pack includes Intro to Childbirth, Bringing Home Baby and Breastfeeding. Once you sign up you will have access to all three classes by using the codes provided via email!

4 Class Self-Paced Package for Families Based in Chicago

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 Self-Paced 4-Class Package Includes Intro to Childbirth,

Preparing For Your Hospital Birth in Chicago, Bringing Home Baby and Breastfeeding

Our SELF-PACED class bundle includes the same quality classes and amazing workbooks. This self-paced four class pack includes: Preparing for your Hospital Birth in Chicago, Intro to Childbirth, Bringing Home Baby and Breastfeeding. Once you sign up you will have access to all four classes by using the codes provided via email!

Free Community Events offered at Monica & Andy

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Chicago Family Doulas partners with Monica & Andy to offer many amazing and FREE Community Events

Events held at Monica + Andy’s Lincoln Park Guideshop in Chicago.
2052 N. Halsted St. Chicago, IL 60614
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Preparing for your Hospital Birth in Chicago

Understand how to navigate ALL of the many options and 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.

Sun. May 19, 9am-1pm CST
MettaBaby Bucktown
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Intro to Childbirth

Prepare for your upcoming birth in this fun, informative and dynamic virtual workshop 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. Apr. 7, 9am-1pm CST
MettaBaby Bucktown
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Sat. Apr. 13, 9am-1pm CST
Centre PT Oak Park
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Sun. May 5, 9am-1pm CST
MettaBaby Bucktown
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Sat. Jun. 8, 9am-1pm CST
Centre PT Oak Park
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Sun. June 23, 9am-1pm CST
MettaBaby Bucktown
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Sun. July 7, 9am-1pm CST
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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. We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. A comprehensive workbook will be included.

Sun. Mar. 24, 9am-1pm CST
MettaBaby Bucktown
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Sun. Apr. 14, 9am-1pm CST
MettaBaby Bucktown
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Sat. May 11, 9am-1pm CST
Centre PT Oak Park
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Sun. May 26, 9am-1pm CST
MettaBaby Bucktown
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Sun. Jun. 30, 9am-1pm CST
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Sat. Jul. 13, 9am-1pm CST
Centre PT Oak Park
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Sun. Jul. 14, 9am-1pm CST
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Breastfeeding

If you are planning on Breastfeeding it is HIGHLY recommended that you take a breastfeeding class. This 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. Mar. 24, 2pm-4:30pm CST
MettaBaby Bucktown
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Sat. Apr. 13, 11am-1:30pm CST
Burr Ridge Birth Center
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Sun. May 26, 2pm-4:30pm CST
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Sat. Jun. 8, 11am-1:30pm CST
Burr Ridge Birth Center
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Sun. Jul. 14, 2pm-4:30pm CST
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Sat. Aug 10, 11am-1:30pm CST
Burr Ridge Birth Center
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Hypnobirthing

HypnoBirthing

HypnoBirthing® is as much a birthing philosophy as it is a method of birthing. It is a program that considers the psychological, as well as the physical, well-being of the mother, birth partner, and their baby, whether birthing at home, in a hospital, or a birthing center.

August Series: 8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24, 8/31

Classes held via Zoom Saturday mornings:

10am-1pm EST; 9am-12pm CST.

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Oct/Nov Series: 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17

Classes held via Zoom Saturday mornings:

10am-1pm EST; 9am-12pm CST.

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Comfort Measures

Finding ways to cope physically and mentally during labor can be daunting, but fear not, join us and learn ways to find comfort!  In this interactive and hands on class you will gain the confidence and tools you need to have a more positive birth.

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.