Classes, Groups, Workshops, & Events
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Illuminated Birth & Company is your space for community, education, and support. We are here to help you get ready for baby, recover, and build your village!
We’re also here for doulas and other birth/postpartum pros! If you’re a perinatal professional, check out our classes and community offerings here.
Calendar of events, groups, and classes
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Classes for Expecting and New Parents
Boston Area Birthing Classes
Taught by Megan Peasley, MS, CD, BCCE of Illuminated Birth and Clara O’Rourke, CD, Evidence Based Birth Instructor
Preparing for birth? Our birth classes give you and your partner the information and skills you need to approach your birth with confidence! Small classes give you hands-on practice and help you meet other parents-to-be. Monthly in-person and online (hybrid) options available!
Newborn Care Classes
Taught by Jen Patashnick, CPD of Wonderful Welcome
Learn what to expect with a newborn! Using the touchstones of ABC - Appearance, Behavior, and Care - we cover all the basics, along with oodles of tips and tricks for ensuring a successful "fourth trimester.”
NOTE: This workshop is best for expectant families to attend in the third trimester. Grandparents can benefit from this workshop as well, since current thinking based on evidence-based practice is presented.
Upcoming classes: 9/22, 10/13, 11/17, and 12/15
Prenatal Prepared Lactation Class
Taught by Teresa Coyle-Airey, IBCLC of Peaceful Birth & Beyond
Teresa Coyle Airey, IBCLC, has been advocating and working within the birth and breastfeeding world for close to 4 decades. While there have been many changes throughout each decade, being prepared and informed remains the best measure for success.
This class is best taken in the last trimester of pregnancy, however this session is open to anyone who is interested in learning the art of lactation – care providers, parents of new babes, nurses, grandparents and partners. Most insurances will reimburse for IBCLC services.
Classes are the first Sunday of every month!
Car Seat Safety
Taught by Jen Patashnick, Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician of Wonderful Welcome Postpartum Doula Services
Learn how to safely transport the most precious cargo of all and get your car seat installed with a pro!
This workshop begins with a half hour info session discussing standards and best practices with your car seat, as well as common errors. We'll go into detail about how to use the seats, including how to fit it to your little one and how to adjust it as your child grows, whether it's an infant rear-facing bucket seat, a convertible seat, or a combination booster. Then, head out to the parking lot and verify that your car seats are installed correctly and securely in your vehicle under the careful eye of a CPST.
Upcoming classes: 9/21 and 11/16
Intro to Babywearing
Taught by Jen Patashnick, Certified Babywearing Expert of Wonderful Welcome Postpartum Doula Services
Babies love to snuggle, but parents need to get things done—enter the best parenting hack! Babywearing!
Learn about the benefits of baby wearing, how to baby wear safely, and try out different types of carriers at this fun, interactive class!
Upcoming classes: 9/22, 10/13, 11/17, and 12/15
Baby & Me Pelvic Floor Wellness Class
Taught by Dr. Jennifer Vohra of Bloom Pelvic Health & Wellness
Topics that will be covered in our Strong Foundation 1 hour workshop…
Functional Strength Training with Body Weight
Utilizing Simple and Effective Exercises to improve posture & over all body’s strength
Enhancing Functional Fitness for Daily Activities
Mat-Based Techniques for Full-Body Strengthening
Focused Attention on Pelvic Floor Health
Posture-Improving Stretching Exercises
Core Strengthening Tailored for Moms
Empowering Your Pelvic Floor Muscles
Personalized Guidance for Optimal Well-being
Expert Insights for Postpartum Fitness Success
Next class: TBD
Groups for Parents and Parents-to-Be
Pregnancy Circle
Pregnant and looking to meet other parents-to-be? Hosted by a birth doula, this group will help you connect with your community. Let’s glow and grow together!
Parent Groups
Whether you are new to parenting or have been around for a while, we all need a village! Welcoming to all parents and their kiddos. Find your parent pals here!