WELCOME TO BABEEZE IN ARMS DOULA CENTRE
Our passion is supporting women and families in the childbearing years and beyond. Due to the great response we have been receiving throughout London and Southwestern Ontario we have brought on more staff, added more classes to accomodate your needs and have expanded our services to Sarnia Ontario.
We are especially excited about our Lamaze® Childbirth Education Classes. These classes are small, dynamic, interactive and full of information to help you. We know you will have as much fun attending them as we have had creating them for you. See our class description below to find a date that works with your schedule or call us to arrange private classes.
*BABEEZE IN ARMS IS NOW OFFERING DOULA SERVICES AND CLASSES IN SARNIA ONTARIO*
We are especially excited about our Lamaze® Childbirth Education Classes. These classes are small, dynamic, interactive and full of information to help you. We know you will have as much fun attending them as we have had creating them for you. See our class description below to find a date that works with your schedule or call us to arrange private classes.
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Sarnia Holistic Healing Centre
546 Christina St. North
Contact jill@babeezeinarms.com or call 519- 673-4441
Meet the Doula at the Funky Monkey Boutique
Sarnia Holistic Healing Centre
546 Christina St. North
Contact jill@babeezeinarms.com or call 519- 673-4441
Every Wednesday from 10:00-11:30 a professional doula from Babeeze in Arms will be available to answer questions, provide information, support and referrals. Come by and visit us at the Funky Monkey Boutique - 515 Richmond Street. Drop by it's free and there is no need to make an appointment. All are welcome!
How to Register
If you would like to register or find out more information on anyone of our classes please email shawna@babeezeinarms.com or call us at at (519)673-4441. To find out more about our labour and postpartum support services please follow the links located on the sidebar or call us at the number listed above.
Our passion is providing support at this very important time in your life so we are happy to offer a free initial consultation with no obligation for anyone thinking about having labour or postpartum support. Give us a call or email us and set up your appointment today.
Our passion is providing support at this very important time in your life so we are happy to offer a free initial consultation with no obligation for anyone thinking about having labour or postpartum support. Give us a call or email us and set up your appointment today.
CAPPA Canada Postpartum Doula Training:
Postpartum doulas are becoming a valued part of the postpartum family. Studies show that postpartum support increases the success rate for breastfeeding, lowers the chances of postpartum mood disorder and makes for happier postpartum families.
This 2 day training will prepare you to work with families and their newborn babies. Upon completion of this training you will have an understanding of the postpartum woman and her newborn (or newborns) and the support that is necessary to help them through the vital first weeks. This will include basic breastfeeding techniques, the signs and symptoms of postpartum mood disorder, an understanding of good communication skills, and you will have developed a resource list for your area. This training is one step towards certifying as a Postpartum Doula with CAPPA Canada.
For more information please contact Shawna Lewkowitz
Shawna @babeezeinarms.com or 519-673-4441
DATES:
November 8th and 9th - Stratford Ontario
Comfort Measures for Labour: Just the basics
Postpartum doulas are becoming a valued part of the postpartum family. Studies show that postpartum support increases the success rate for breastfeeding, lowers the chances of postpartum mood disorder and makes for happier postpartum families.
This 2 day training will prepare you to work with families and their newborn babies. Upon completion of this training you will have an understanding of the postpartum woman and her newborn (or newborns) and the support that is necessary to help them through the vital first weeks. This will include basic breastfeeding techniques, the signs and symptoms of postpartum mood disorder, an understanding of good communication skills, and you will have developed a resource list for your area. This training is one step towards certifying as a Postpartum Doula with CAPPA Canada.
For more information please contact Shawna Lewkowitz
Shawna @babeezeinarms.com or 519-673-4441
DATES:
November 8th and 9th - Stratford Ontario
Regardless of what kind of birth you are planning, you will want to use comfort measures and relaxation techniques for your labour and birth.In this 2 hour class we will focus solely on relaxation and comfort measures for labour. Using hands on practise you will find out what comfort measures are available to you in labour, why they work, how to make them the most effective and how to incorporate them into your birth plan. This class is ideal for couples who have already experienced birth or as a supplement to other prenatal classes.
June 26th, 2008
August 14th, 2008
Thursday 6:30-8:30 pm
Fee: $45 + GST
Lamaze® Birth, Baby and Beyond Childbirth Education Course
June 26th, 2008
August 14th, 2008
Thursday 6:30-8:30 pm
Fee: $45 + GST
Fun, engaging, informative and inspiring - these classes will change the way people talk about prenatal education!!
In this 12 hour series taught byLamaze® certified childbirth educators, you will be given balanced, evidence based information to make the best decisions for your unique labour and birth. Classes are limited in size and are taught in a warm, relaxing environment for expectant parents to learn about pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and infant care. Emphasis will be placed on practical hands on information to help you gain the knowledge and skills you need to make informed choices.
Each series includes: a prenatal information packet, pregnancy journal, ongoing support, a complimentary breastfeeding consultation and access to our resource library.
Weekend Series: Saturday and Sundays 9:00-4:00
July 12th and 13th
August 23rd and 24th
October 18th and 19th
November 15th and 16th
December 13th and 14th
5 Week Series: Wednesday nights 6:30-9:00
September 17th-October 19th
Cost: $175 + GST per couple/individual
* We also offer Private customized classes
Mother's Circle
In this 12 hour series taught byLamaze® certified childbirth educators, you will be given balanced, evidence based information to make the best decisions for your unique labour and birth. Classes are limited in size and are taught in a warm, relaxing environment for expectant parents to learn about pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and infant care. Emphasis will be placed on practical hands on information to help you gain the knowledge and skills you need to make informed choices.
Each series includes: a prenatal information packet, pregnancy journal, ongoing support, a complimentary breastfeeding consultation and access to our resource library.
Weekend Series: Saturday and Sundays 9:00-4:00
July 12th and 13th
August 23rd and 24th
October 18th and 19th
November 15th and 16th
December 13th and 14th
5 Week Series: Wednesday nights 6:30-9:00
September 17th-October 19th
Cost: $175 + GST per couple/individual
* We also offer Private customized classes
Happy, confused, tired, excited, overwhelmed, overjoyed…these are just a few of the emotions
mother’s feel in the first year of their baby’s life. This small intimate Mother’s circle will provide moms an opportunity to discuss these emotions and share experiences on a variety of topics related to the first year of life. Participants will connect and share with other moms who are also facing the joys and challenges of motherhood. The gatherings will be facilitated by a professional doula and experienced mother. Older siblings are welcome but please notify us in advance if you will be bringing an additional child.
Mom and babies: Thursday mornings 10:00 – 12:00
Session 1: Beginning September 11th, 2008
Cost: $60 + GST for 6 wk series
Breastfeeding - Starting Out Right
mother’s feel in the first year of their baby’s life. This small intimate Mother’s circle will provide moms an opportunity to discuss these emotions and share experiences on a variety of topics related to the first year of life. Participants will connect and share with other moms who are also facing the joys and challenges of motherhood. The gatherings will be facilitated by a professional doula and experienced mother. Older siblings are welcome but please notify us in advance if you will be bringing an additional child.
Mom and babies: Thursday mornings 10:00 – 12:00
Session 1: Beginning September 11th, 2008
Cost: $60 + GST for 6 wk series
Breastfeeding is the natural and most nutritious way of feeding babies. It is also a learned art that can take patience and guidance. The trick to breastfeeding well is getting the baby to latch on properly. A baby who latches on well, gets milk well. A baby who latches on poorly has difficulty getting milk. In this 2 hour class proper latch techniques are demonstrated through video and practical hands on experience in a relaxing atmosphere. A follow up breastfeeding visit after the birth of your baby is included.
June 24th, 2008
Thursday Evenings 6:30 – 8:30
Cost: $65 + GST
* Please note we also offer private breastfeeding support
Happiest Baby on the Block and Baby's First Massage
June 24th, 2008
Thursday Evenings 6:30 – 8:30
Cost: $65 + GST
* Please note we also offer private breastfeeding support
We have combined two of our favourite classes into one. You will learn the secrets of the Happiest Baby on the Block and Baby's First Massage, in one informative session.
A new parent’s top job is to love their baby like crazy. But, their next most important jobs are to feed their baby successfully and to calm her when she cries. Parents who struggle with either of these tasks may feel frustrated and desperate. Many are shocked to discover their baby’s screaming is their biggest challenge. After the firs few weeks of life, one in five babies cries for hours a day…for no apparent reason. In this class we give moms, dads and other family members the tools they need to help infants sleep longer and calm unhappy babies almost as easily as…turning off a light.
Newborn massage is a powerful, happy way to become acquainted with your new baby. You can learn early communication while giving your baby gentle but potent nerve and muscle stimulation. This type of touch assists with digestion, elimination, healing, growth, and deeper sleep. Newborns have special needs to consider during massage. This class introduces supportive, protective massage while you learn early infant communication and how to respond to it in a satisfying way. This class is for parents or caregivers and their newborns up through the first four weeks of life. Ideally, these classes are best taken prenatally so parents can be ready to massage and calm their babies as soon after birth as possible. However, they may also be taken after the birth of your baby.
August 12th, 2008
Tuesday morning 10:00-11:30
Cost: $45 + GST per couple/individual
A new parent’s top job is to love their baby like crazy. But, their next most important jobs are to feed their baby successfully and to calm her when she cries. Parents who struggle with either of these tasks may feel frustrated and desperate. Many are shocked to discover their baby’s screaming is their biggest challenge. After the firs few weeks of life, one in five babies cries for hours a day…for no apparent reason. In this class we give moms, dads and other family members the tools they need to help infants sleep longer and calm unhappy babies almost as easily as…turning off a light.
Newborn massage is a powerful, happy way to become acquainted with your new baby. You can learn early communication while giving your baby gentle but potent nerve and muscle stimulation. This type of touch assists with digestion, elimination, healing, growth, and deeper sleep. Newborns have special needs to consider during massage. This class introduces supportive, protective massage while you learn early infant communication and how to respond to it in a satisfying way. This class is for parents or caregivers and their newborns up through the first four weeks of life. Ideally, these classes are best taken prenatally so parents can be ready to massage and calm their babies as soon after birth as possible. However, they may also be taken after the birth of your baby.
August 12th, 2008
Tuesday morning 10:00-11:30
Cost: $45 + GST per couple/individual