To Register For A Class Or Workshop: Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth We teach natural childbirth and view birth as a natural process – not a medical condition. It is our belief that most women with proper education, preparation, and the help of a loving and supportive coach can be taught to give birth naturally and drug free. Fertility Awareness Just as a meterologist can observe and measure these cycles in the earth's surface to determine weather patterns, a woman can observe her daily waking temperature, cervical fluid and cervix changes to gauge her gynecological health, and to determine when she can and can't conceive. Charting these signals is called Fertility Awareness (FA). Charting requires about two to three minutes of daily attention. A woman can use her charts to determine whether or not she's ovulating, if she has progesterone deficiency or a possible thyroid imbalance, if she's pregnant, if she's miscarrying, and more. Used to prevent pregnancy, the method is virtually as effective as The Pill, if its rules are followed. And it's helped countless couples to conceive. Please note: Fertility Awareness is not the (ineffective) Rhythm Method, which is based on a woman's past cycles. FA determines fertility by daily charting fertility signals in her current cycle. The method is used internationally, and may also be called Natural Family Planning, the Sympto-Thermal Method, The Ovulation Method, or The Billings Method. $40 per couple. Happiest Baby on the Block The Happiest Baby On The Block method formulated by Dr. Harvey Karp, addresses these issues by helping you learn how to effectively recreate the environment of the womb, outside of Mom's body. Once you have learned the steps, you will be able to alleviate some, if not all, of your baby's colic symptoms. The 5 S's There are 5 components to this method which, when used together, work amazingly well to calm your crying baby and in many cases help your baby go to sleep with no fuss. Using cross-cultural techniques combined with his own research, Dr. Karp has developed the "five S's system". Some babies will need all five, others just a few to help induce what he calls the "calming reflex." These steps sound pretty easy, but seeing them done properly, in conjunction with each other, is the key to relieving your baby's colic symptoms and making Mom, Dad, and baby less stressed and much happier! $65 per couple includes two 2 1/2 classes as well as materials. HypnoBirthing - The Mongan Method HypnoBirthing childbirth classes teach expecting mothers to release all prior programming about birth, how to trust the birthing body and work with it, as well as how to eliminate harmful emotions that lead to pain-causing fear and unyielding muscles during labor and birth. HypnoBirthing teaches the art of using natural birthing instincts and empowers women so they can create the birth they want. HypnoBirthing mothers are conversant and in good spirits while laboring and birthing their baby - totally relaxed, but fully in control. HypnoBirthing moms are aware of their body's contractions but are able to determine the extent to which they feel the birthing surge. HypnoBirthing mothers experience birthing in an atmosphere of calm and relaxation, without fear and tension that causes pain. Their body's natural relaxant replaces the stress hormones that cause labor pain. HypnoBirthing moms are aware of their laboring and birthing body and choose to surrender to the childbirth process. They are aware, in control, and profoundly relaxed. La Leche League Lamaze to Go Making your Own Baby Food Meet the Doula’s Night Music Together Music Together is a delightful, joyous approach to music-making with your child. For infants, toddlers, preschoolers and the adults who love them, this exceptional program (developed by the Center for Music and Young Children in Princeton, New Jersey) offers families an opportunity to sing, dance and play rhythm instruments together in a relaxed, playful, non-performance oriented setting. It nourishes parents' efforts to create a rich musical environment at home, regardless of their musical abilities. Classes are specifically designed to accommodate the unique learning styles of the very young while being highly engaging to their adult companions. Activities are designed so that ALL ages can participate happily at their own level, no matter their aptitude or skill. Visit www.citylightsmusictogether.com for more information. Reiki 1, 2 and Reiki for Kids Signing with Baby Safe Baby CPR W.H.O.L.E. - Early Pregnancy Class W.H.O.L.E. - Full Series W.H.O.L.E. - Labor Comfort Measures Vaccines, Let's Talk About With the numbers of autism skyrocketing, vaccine safety is one of the most pressing topics for parents today. While there is a tremendous amount of information and opinions out there, not all of them are correct. This class is designed to give all the information so that a parent can feel they are making an informed choice about vaccinations. Learn the questions to ask, Your Vaccination Options At this informative seminar, you will gain the tools you need to ask appropriate questions, find credible research, and find out what your options are in order to make a true informed choice for your children. The question of whether or not to vaccinate is not a simple one, but after this class, it will at least be an easier one. The class will include a 1 hour lecture, 1 hour question and answer, along with an informational vaccination packet. Instructor: Amy Jones Amy has been a childbirth educator, doula, and birth and health advocate since 1997. A Las Vegas native and youngest of 6 children, her interest in childbirth began a few months before becoming pregnant with her first daughter. She is also the president of C.E.L.A. of So. Nevada, the local childbirth educator and doula association. But her most important role is as wife and mother of 5. She is passionate about all things birth, parenting, and health and strives to pass that knowledge on to others! Please no mobile babies or toddlers Fee: $30
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* Name of desired class or workshop
* Date of class
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Accepted payment methods are as follows:
* Cash payment at The Center
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If you have any questions about workshops or how to register please don't hesitate to call or email us! We are here to help in any way we can! Call 702-795-2500, Tues-Sat, Noon-6pm.
Babywearing 101
Learn about the different styles of baby carriers and how to use them. $20 includes $10 off a purchase of a sling or mei tai from Slings by Sarah.
The Bradley Method® is a system of natural labor techniques in which a woman and her coach play an active part in the birth process. It is a simple method of increasing self-awareness, teaching a woman how to deal with the stress of labor by tuning in to her own body. We encourage mothers to trust their bodies using natural breathing, relaxation, good nutrition, exercise, and education.
Our classes also educate and train husbands or partners as pregnancy and labor coaches, or doulas, who take an active role in assisting the pregnant woman through their journey from pregnancy, through labor, and into motherhood. Visit www.fortheloveofmyfamily.org for more information.
Breastfeeding Basics Class
If your desire is to breastfeed your new baby, or to at least "Give it a try!" then this is the class for you! Learn everything you need to know to get you and your baby (or babies) off to the very best start possible! Bring a notepad, or a video camera, and take the best breastfeeding class in town! (Sense of humor required!) $40
Breastfeeding and Returning To Work Class
There is indeed an art to getting the most from breast pumping. In this class you will learn how to make certain your pumping parts fit your body properly, how to pump to best remove milk, pumping for the hospitalized and/or non-nursing baby, exclusive pumping (when breastfeeding from the breast is not possible) and more! $40
Like the earth's surface, a woman of childbearing age moves through cycles of heating and cooling, which in turn create moistening and drying, which in turn provide a fertile environment for life to evolve. Rocks, glaciers, plants and animals (including humans) all evolve in concert with these processes.
Financial Preparedness
Techniques to show you how to cope with the added expense a baby can bring. It is an interactive class and will be very informative. FREE
Dr. Karp believes that babies, especially in their first few months of life, can experience "fourth trimester" issues. Babies can have a difficult time getting used to the huge amount of stimuli present in life outside of Mom's body. Their reaction to all of this is to cry and cry.
The HypnoBirthing childbirth method is as much a philosophy of birth as it is a technique for achieving a satisfying, relaxing, and stress-free method of birthing. HypnoBirthing classes teach expectant mothers and birth companions the art and joy of experiencing birth in a more comfortable manner. Pregnant mothers-to-be will learn how to call upon their birthing body's own natural relaxant (endorphins) and thus lessen or even eliminate birthing discomfort, labor pain, and the need for medication. When a pregnant woman is properly prepared for childbirth and when mind and body are in harmony, nature is free to function during labor and birthing in the same well-designed manner that it does with all other creatures.
Instructors: Mandie Monday & Saturday
Jackie Wednesday
Free support group for breastfeeding mothers.
Celebrate Birth! Informed choice begins with Knowing you have a choice, Asking questions, Understanding procedures and alternatives, then Take Responsibility for your choices. This is a 6 week series. $250Celebrate Birth! Informed choice begins with you have a choice, questions, procedures and alternatives, then for your choices. This is a 6 week series. Instrcutor: Jollina. Cost: $250
Come learn the basics for making your own healthy baby food. $30
Come to a fun evening and get to meet the WRM doulas. Includes a educational presentation and time to get to know the doulas. Refreshments served. Last Saturday of every month at 6:30. *Free*
Did you know that all children are musical? Have you ever wondered what you can do to nurture the musical growth of your child, even if you think you can't sing? We invite you to come to a Music Together class and find out!
Reiki is a hands on form of healing. Reiki will enhance energy, reduce stress, anxiety and fatigue, relieve pain, and speeds up the healing process.
Why you should use sign language to communicate with your baby and how to get started today! $30
Learn the steps to follow in an emergency, how to handle choking and infant CPR. You will get to practice on an infant manikin. Taught by an American Red Cross certified instructor. $20
One time workshop specially geared for moms in early pregnancy as well as couples looking to get pregnant. $25
Well rounded momma's Holistic childbirth Organized with Love and Evidence based information. This class series offers you the oppurtunity to explore exactly what it is you need to know in order to prepare for labor, birth, and parenting. This six week series of classes is catered to meet the needs of the participants. Because we are not affiliated with any one particular: doctor, midwife, hospital, you get exactly what YOU need as opposed to what your birth destination dictates. Our class setting is filled with storytelling, facing fears, sharing, and good times...all while you prepare to give birth in awareness. After all, your birth story is a story you'll be telling yourself and your friends for the rest of your life - shouldn't it be a good one? The cost of $250 per couple includes classes and materials of a comprehensive workbook and labor kit. There is a maximum of 8 couples per class so send in your registration form along with a deposit of $50 to hold your place today!
July 26 Sept 6 Oct18 Dec 6 - (This class will meet on thursday eve. and sat afternoon and go through the 20th of december)
One time workshop on different labor comfort techniques. Also a wonderful refresher class. $35 per couple.
Get your questions addressed about vaccination. There has been an increasing interest over the safety, effectiveness, and necessity of vaccines within the past decade, as well there should be. This is your child's health and life and you want to do what's right for him. Many parents accept what they're told about immunization - safe, effective, necessary, it's the law. But the literature and research on vaccines, and caregivers themselves, often disagree and contradict each other. So what are the real facts?
