Transitioning to parenthood is difficult for every new mother, but for some it can bring along feelings of depression and/or anxiety. At least 20% of all new mothers suffer from postpartum depression and/or anxiety, and sometimes the best medicine for feeling better is being around other moms that are struggling just like you. Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays- Starting Thursday (03/10) we will be offering a virtual PMAD Support Group. Please check this page regularly as we update it with registration and more details. Time: 3:15 to 4:15 pm Cost: $25 per class Instructor: Paige Bellenbaum, LMSW Paige Bellenbaum, LMSW is the Program Director of The Motherhood Center of Manhattan. After Paige’s first son Max was born, she suffered from severe postpartum depression that almost cost her her own life. Once she began to heal, she became committed to fighting for education, screening and treatment for postpartum depression so that no more women would have to suffer silently. She drafted legislation in New York State that was championed by State Senator Liz Krueger, mandating education and strongly encouraging screening of all new and expecting mothers that was signed into law in 2014. Paige has been an outspoken advocate on the issue of postpartum depression, and uses her own story as a tool for change. She has appeared on the Today Show, NPR, PBS Newshour and in Women’s Health Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and several other print publications.

Prenatal yoga addresses the unique needs of your pregnant body. Whether you are in your first or third trimester, are new to yoga or are an experienced yogini, learn to add modifications and variations to your yoga practice, guiding you towards a deeper understanding and appreciation for all of the changes of pregnancy, aiding in a more confident birth and postnatal experience, offering the opportunity for the deep relaxation that the body needs during this time. You will can enable audio to interact with the instructor. LIVESTREAM: Enroll for a class as you normally would. Download Zoom. You will be emailed the zoom meeting code 10-20 minutes prior to the class start time. Login and hang/chat before class starts if you'd like.

Living in this global crisis doesn't take away the fact that there are new mamas out there who are on or want to start the journey of healing your body. Whether you had a baby a few weeks ago or years ago, this class is for you. Charlotte will take you through Pilates-based exercises that address abdominal diastasis healing and pelvic floor healing + strengthening. You'll also receive a full-body workout with multiple modification options so that you receive exactly what you need. Expect to walk away feeling like you are connecting to your core in a way that has been lacking for you. You will learn tools you can apply into your everyday life that will help you live in less pain. And finally, work with someone who will empower you as a new mama so that you no longer have to feel confused about what you can and can't do. The focus of this class will be strengthening in a functional way that is safe yet effective so that you can feel confident that the movement you are choosing to do is indeed making a positive difference. This is a 45-minute class with a built-in 15-minute Q&A after the class. If you have specific questions about your Postnatal body, stay after class and ask Charlotte. This class is open to ALL levels. Modifications will be offered throughout the class so that you receive exactly what you need. No Pilates experience is required to participate. All you need for this class is a computer, tablet, or smartphone + your body + the floor. We recommend wearing comfortable clothing you can move in and putting a mat, blanket, or towel on the floor for your comfort. Your baby/kid/dog is welcome (but not required!). You will be muted during the class, so there is no need to worry about background noise. NOTE: This class will be held online via Zoom Video. Please be sure that you opt-in to our emails so that you receive the link to join this class. This class will be recorded and sent to all participants for future use. We have a 12-hour cancellation policy for online classes. If you do not cancel at least 12 hours in advance or if you do not attend the class, no refunds will be available to you. However, you will still receive a recording of the class.

These are challenging times for everyone, but for parents trying to juggle homeschooling, cleaning, cooking, work commitments and the ordinary demands of life with children, each day can feel overwhelming. What I've found time and time again is that we humans do better when we feel a sense of connection with others as we navigate difficult times. I've been touched by how uplifting our weekly Better Together Monday gatherings have been. It's been wonderful to connect with parents from around the world, answering questions, offering homeschooling tips, and sharing ideas for combating feelings of loneliness and isolation. If you've been feeling a little wobbly or would simply like to feel that you're part of a network of parents around the world going through some of the same things you're dealing with, please join me each Monday at 11:00 am Pacific time--or watch the replay soon after each get together. These are free events and our gatherings are every week. Please note: I am a family therapist with many decades of experience working with parents and children. I am NOT an expert on Coronavirus and will not be sharing medical information. My intention is simply to create a safe space for parents to come together and find support.

The Session Grounding and Centering We open the session with a special guided meditation to get us focused and grounded. The purpose of breathwork is for you to connect to you. Teaching Next I will give a short dharma talk and ask you questions for you to reflect on, write in your journal about and set intentions for the breathwork session. I will teach you the 2-part pranayama breath. You will feel comfortable and you will fully understand how to do it. Breathing Once you fully understand the breath, you will lie down and breathe. The active breathing part of the session can last up to 35 minutes. That is including about a 7 minute "resting" or "acclimation" breath at the end (sort of like Savasana in yoga). Integrating Most people need a few minutes to "come back", just like after yoga, getting a massage or acupuncture treatment. There may or may not be a small share at the end of the session. But really, we keep it brief. You've just spent a good amount of time getting in your body. We want you to stay there and over analyzing what happened is a sure why to undo what we just did! That's it. We say a prayer and our goodbyes, and you take really good care of yourself the rest of the day!

Join us as we demystify caring for your newest family member. This signature Carriage House Birth workshop, hosted by LaShanda Dandrich, a NYC based IBCLC, Postpartum Doula, and parent, will offer you tools to support the creation of realistic parenting goals and tried and true care for your newborn in the first weeks. This class will cover: - what to expect in the first few hours, days, weeks of infants life. Transitioning to life outside the womb - immediate procedures after delivery - infant behavior and appearance -infant feeding habits -how to identify feeding cues -infant feeding and sleep patterns -Infant care bathing, diapering, swaddling, soothing tips -when to call pediatrician/ lactation consultant -building your postpartum support team -postpartum recovery Besides basic newborn care we will discuss what your newborn will be like, what to expect in their development, feeding and sleep patterns, nursery set up, baby gear, and more. ​$275 per family unit (maximum two people). ​This class is offered the third Thursday of every month from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. Babies welcome.

A safe space to feel all the feels of new parenthood. In this free virtual offering, we will discuss whatever is on everyone's mind. From feeding, to sore tushies. From diapering tricks to wearing your baby on those long walks... We will laugh and cry and laugh again...better together! xx - CHB

Pregnancy is often a joyful but uncertain time. This is especially true with the unprecedented challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. This group will provide space for your to process your feelings, gain skills for coping and connect with others during your pregnancy. We will discuss the challenges of COVID-19 as well as anything else related to pregnancy.

Baby and Me Yoga focuses on strengthening the spiritual, emotional, and physical bond between parent (or caregiver) and child. Using interactive, slow-moving postures, the class is ideal for adults and babies 4 weeks to crawling. Class includes infant touch and various exercises that assist the development of your child’s motor skills. Baby and Me will help carry you smoothly through the busy early months of caring for a new baby.

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