40 Weeks to Deliver: Birth Preparation Classes
Cost: $140.00
This is a hands-on course that prepares expecting parents for the arrival of their little one. The classes focus on explaining what to expect in birth, choices within childbirth, and the first six weeks postpartum.
Topics include:
- preparing for birth
- your child’s birth and measures to make you comfortable
- cheat sheet for your partner and support people
- pain medications and medical interventions
- Cesarean births (VBAC classes are available on request)
- basic baby care
- breastfeeding and troubleshooting
The classes are offered in two different formats:
- a 3 night course (3 hours each night)
- an intense weekend course (Sat 10—5pm, Sun 1—5pm)
Class size is limited, so sign up early.
Partners and other support people are strongly encouraged to come to every class. Included in the course is an optional (4th night) information / “meet-the-expert” night is offered. These speakers may include: new parents, Doulas, breastfeeding advocates, alternative health providers... Topics may include: "wearing" your baby, infant massage, starting solid foods, alternative birth experiences…
Peas in a Pod: Classes for Multiples
Cost: $140.00
These interactive classes are designed for parents expecting more than one baby. It is a 10-hour class that prepares parents for birthing and caring for two or more little ones.
Topics include:
- preparing for a multiple birth
- preterm labour
- birthing options
- comfort measures in labour and delivery
- postpartum adjustments
- breast- and formula-feeding
- basic baby care
- community resources
A reunion class will be held after all the babies are born. Partners and other support people are strongly encouraged to come to every class. This is a hands-on course. If you are on bed-rest, please contact me regarding a private class. This class is offered in a 5 week (2 hour a night format) in Waterloo only!
Baby Food for Beginners
cost $30.00 with a group / $50.00 in home
Yummy! Lets make some baby food! In this 2-hour course, we will learn about how to make and store baby food. Baby Food for Beginners is offered on a one-to-one basis in your home. We will use many different ways to prepare baby food. Everything is supplied (except a stove)! A booklet of recipes and dietary recommendations are included with the class. Partners, support people, and babies are welcome.
Other one-to-one classes that are available on request include: Pain Management, Refresher, VBAC, and Sibling.
Massage Me: Learning Baby Massage
cost $20.00 with a group / $35.00 in home
Touching your baby is a great way to bond with your baby. This course offers different massage techniques to comfort, relax, and play with your little one.
Massage Me includes one-to-one instruction, an information booklet and massage oil. Partners and support people welcome.
Doula Services
Rebecca is available for doula services for birth and/or postnatal care (singletons & multiples) in the KW & Guelph area. Please call for details.
Please send all cheques payable to Rebecca Serroul to: Tummies to Toes Attn: Rebecca Serroul 17 Bismark Ave Kitchener ON N2H 5S6