Thank you so much for a wonderful class! We are so appreciative to have had a virtual option given everything going on in the world right now. It was comforting to hear about what to do with our newborn - especially some of the basics that we didn't even know we needed to know! :) - Megan H.
Infant Care Basics
This workshop is ideal for expecting parents. Class topics include physical characteristics of newborns
and what to expect in the first few hours and days after birth, basics of newborn behavior and physiology, signs of illness and knowing when to call the pediatrician, the basics of diapering, umbilical cord care, care for the circumcised and intact penis, and bathing.
Tips and suggestions for soothing a fussy baby are discussed as well including touch, massage, and swaddling.
The class also covers choosing safe bath and body products for your child and creating realistic expectations for the new family dynamic.
Class is interactive and discussion based and handouts are provided.
Private classes are also available. See the details below and then contact Brittany to set up a class.
Register for classes at by clicking on the desired date below.
Infant Care Basics
*"per couple" refers to the birthing person and one support person (if you'd like to have your doula attend as your support person, please contact Brittany)
Wednesday April 14th from 6:30 to 9:00pm
at BOK in South Philly
cost is $50 per family
Monday May 17th from 6 to 8:30pm EST
LIVE VIRTUAL ATTENDANCE ONLY
cost is $40 per family
Wednesday June 9th from 6:30 to 9pm
at BOK in South Philly
cost is $50 per family
Private Infant Care Basics Classes
Infant Care Basics is available in a private two hour class session. Class topics include what to expect in your
baby in the first few hours and days after birth, the physical and emotional postpartum, signs of illness and knowing when to call the
pediatrician, the basics of diapering, umbilical cord care, care for the circumcised and
uncircumcised penis, and bathing. Tips and suggestions for soothing a fussy baby are
discussed as well including touch, massage, and swaddling. The class also covers choosing safe
bath and body products for your child and safe co-sleeping. Time is
allowed for questions and handouts are provided.
The cost of this class is $150 for a virtual session and $175 for an in person session.
Contact Brittany to set up a class.
Blossoming Bellies is proud to provide holistic birth services to the greater Philadelphia area.
For clients who live within 10 miles outside the county of
Philadelphia, a one-time $15 travel-related expense fee will be added to the cost of services; for clients who live within 11 to 35 miles outside the county of Philadelphia, a $25 travel-related expense fee will be added to the cost of services. For distances more than 35 miles outside Philadelphia, please contact Brittany.
Infant Care Basics is available in a private two hour class session. Class topics include what to expect in your
baby in the first few hours and days after birth, the physical and emotional postpartum, signs of illness and knowing when to call the
pediatrician, the basics of diapering, umbilical cord care, care for the circumcised and
uncircumcised penis, and bathing. Tips and suggestions for soothing a fussy baby are
discussed as well including touch, massage, and swaddling. The class also covers choosing safe
bath and body products for your child and safe co-sleeping. Time is
allowed for questions and handouts are provided.
The cost of this class is $150 for a virtual session and $175 for an in person session.
Contact Brittany to set up a class.
Blossoming Bellies is proud to provide holistic birth services to the greater Philadelphia area.
For clients who live within 10 miles outside the county of
Philadelphia, a one-time $15 travel-related expense fee will be added to the cost of services; for clients who live within 11 to 35 miles outside the county of Philadelphia, a $25 travel-related expense fee will be added to the cost of services. For distances more than 35 miles outside Philadelphia, please contact Brittany.