Birth Bliss Childbirth Preparation
Instructor - Jean Sheehy, Birth Bliss
4-week class - $150 per couple
2 1/2 hours per class
Session 1: June 11, 18, 25, July 9
Session 2: August 6,13,20, 23 (5-7:30)
6:00 PM

The birth of every child has the potential to be a beautiful, transformative experience! Birth Bliss Prenatal Education class helps you build the skills and gain knowledge to make your birth experience all that it can be! Each week we will have a topic of discussion that relates to labor and birth. These will include anatomy and physiology, how to recognize early labor, the stages of labor, comfort measures for each stage of labor and birth, medical interventions, discussion of pain medications, newborn care and breastfeeding. We will practice relaxation techniques & positions each week, and will view a short movie that relates to that week's topic. There will be plenty of time for discussion and questions. Most importantly, you'll be able to gain confidence in your skills as we build on the previous week's lesson. ** Reading materials are included with registration. Many health insurance companies will reimburse all or part of the class fees."



Yoga for Moms
Instructor - Maggie Winter
10 Class Pass - $100; Drop in $15
90 minutes
Starting in the Fall
7:30 PM

Are you feeling overwhelmed and on edge with the everyday life stressors of being a mom? Then this is the class for you. A Hatha Yoga class tailored specifically to mom’s needs. This class will focus on the mind/body connection, meditation and relaxation through the use of breath work along with utilizing asana poses and flow to focus on specific areas of the body and chakras to get moms back into shape emotionally and physically. Some poses will be held for an extended amount of time to encourage increased flexibility, strength, opening and a deeper level of self actualization. Our certified instructor Maggie will make sure you are feeling calm and centered after a 10 minute guided sevasana at the end of class. You will feel rejuvenated, calm and grounded in order to face everyday challenges throughout your day. Any level of student or mother is welcome in this class from the inexperienced to the well experienced. Come join us in this soothing and safe environment. Give yourself a well needed break and get back into shape!


Hot Mama/Hip Baby: Stroller Fitness Workout
Coming Again Soon!

No more stress about bringing your new baby to the gym babysitting center! This is a total fitness program for new moms (and dads) that you can do with your baby. This total body workout incorporates power walking and light jogging (optional) along with resistance toning using body bands and your own body weight. Like our Baby Carrier workout, this trainer-designed program builds cariovascular strength, burns calories and stretches and tones the whole body. Classes meet at Hip Baby Gear or at an instructor-determined location for variety each week. Although a 3-wheel jogging or all-terrain stroller is best suited, any stroller can be used as long as it is not prone to tipping. ALL fitness levels are welcome! Bring water, towel or mat and baby toys.


Playgroup
Wednesdays and Fridays (NEW)
Free
10:00 AM
Ongoing
(No registration necessary)

Get out of the house, relax and meet other new moms and babies in our new play area while your babies and toddlers socialize and play! Age-appropriate toys are provided but feel free to bring your own. No registration necessary. Dads and sitters are welcome too!


Stroller 101
Second Saturday of each month
1 hour
10:00AM

Are you a new parent overwhelmed by all the stroller options on the market? Or are you unhappy with your current stroller and looking for something new? Perhaps you are ready to have your second child and not sure you need a double stroller? Then attend our Baby Stroller 101 class on the second Saturday of each month. Our stroller experts will demo six of our most popular strollers, including standard, all-terrain and lightweight models. Best of all, class participants who buy their stroller at Hip Baby Gear receive a loyalty coupon good for $25 off a future purchase!



Sing Baby Sing (Ages 6-36 months )
8 weeks
45 minute class
$160 1st child
$65 2nd child
Every Mondays starting October 19th
11 AM to 11:45 AM

Babies under 6 months free with registered sibling for this class.

The world of music awaits, this class aims to instill a life long love of music and singing in general. Children learn best in a fun and playful environment, in this class you will learn songs that you can sing together for many years to come.

A wide range of instruments and props are also used including egg shakers ,bells, drums, puppets, scarves, percussion instruments, which help to engage your child's attention and bring our sessions to life.



Sing Mommy Sing (Ages 0 - 6 months)
8 weeks
30 minute class
$145
Every Mondays starting October 19th

This class is a special introduction to the wonderful world of music.

The baby class is an opportunity for parents to improve their own singing skills. This is done by learning new songs, dancing to new tunes, making music as a group, and learning about and playing instruments.

These abilities and songs are then passed on to your children over time. Attending these classes puts in place an organized structure for you and your child about music and singing and to share it.

Your child will respond to being surrounded by people singing together. Through songs, fingerplays, soothing lullabies group instrument exploration, the babies are exposed to a wide variety of songs and musical pieces.






Prenatal Pilates

Childcare Refresher Course

Story Hour