POSTPARTUM PLANNING SERIES FOR EXPECTING PARENTS
In the postpartum world, we so often hear, “Ugh! I wish I would have known about _____!” or “I thought I was prepared! I took a birthing class!” or “Why does no one tell you about _____?!” That’s what we’re here for. We’re here to tell you all the sh*t people wish they knew about actually having a baby.
This 7-week series is designed to bring together some of the best local perinatal providers whose expertise will help parents prepare their lives, relationships, and physical and mental health for baby’s arrival. Parents will leave with resources, knowledge, and confidence to enter this next season of life.
The birth is 1 day (albeit a huge, important, absolutely unbelievable, life-altering day!)
This class is for all the sh*t that happens next.
Provider Lineup
Jess Applin, PhD
Developmental Psychologist
Owner of Growing Littles, professor of psychology, child development expert, and mama of 2, Jess is passionate about helping parents understand the science of child development and creating space for parents to build connection and community. Learn more about Jess here.
Joslin Chidester, LMFT
Marriage and Sex Therapist
A relationship and sex therapist, Joslin is an expert in helping couples navigate the challenges that occur in any relationship, especially those that we might encounter as we adapt to our new role as parents. She also helps couples return to intimacy post-baby and holds space for discussion and questions around this topic. Learn more about Joslin on her website.
Paula Norcott, IBCLC
Lactation Consultant
A lactation consultant with over 22 years of clinical and private practice experience, co-owner of Maine Mother and Company, and mom of 5 (!) boys, Paula is an expert in helping parents feel confident in their ability to feed their tiny humans. Learn more about Paula on her website.
Jenn Gelfand, PT, DPT, E-RYT, Cert.DN
Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist, Pelvic Health Specialist, Yoga Instructor, and Founder of Root to Rise, Jenn is passionate about educating others about pelvic health and rehabilitation and supporting women’s health and wellbeing. Learn more about Jenn and her practice on her website.
Lousie Lynch, LCSW
Therapist
A Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in co-parenting relationships, Louise helps parents add tools to their parenting toolbox, recognize and lean into their parenting strengths, and create a balanced parenting partnership. Learn more about Louise here.
Calina Keating, RN
NICU Nurse
A NICU Nurse and Owner of The Maine Mama Coach, Calina provides evidence-informed support that is assessment based and unique to every family. She is a wealth of knowledge about newborn care, with special expertise in caring for NICU babies. Learn more about Calina on her website.
Mollie Barnathan and Katie Ketner
Postpartum Doula and Newborn Sleep Specialist
Newborn care specialists, concentrating in postpartum planning and support (Mollie) and newborn sleep (Katie), and co-owners of North Light Newborns, this fantastic team helps parents prepare their lives and home for baby’s arrival and can provide around-the-clock support for families as they get settled into life with baby at home. Learn more about Mollie and Katie on their website.
Investment: $300/couple
Class meets weekly on Thursday evenings from 6:00 – 7:30 PM. Come early at 5:30 for socializing and refreshments before class.
Class meet consecutively for 7 weeks
Located at Growing Littles in Cumberland
Spring series currently in session
Summer 1 series to begin May 30th
Register for Summer 1 Expecting Parents Series
to start May 30th
$300.00
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