Group Classes

Join us for our group in-person classes hosted by Birthing In Boston.

Held at: Children’s Music Center of JP. Address: 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130. From the main entrance take elevator to 1st floor, immediately on right off the elevator.

Free parking available. T access via orange Line Stony Brook stop.

Class Topics and Info

Newborn Care, Lactation & Infant Feeding

Newborn Care:
- Diapering & circumcision care
- Bathing & umbilical cord care
- Soothing and swaddling
- Feeding & burping
- Safe sleep practices
- Baby wearing
- Car seat safety
- Normal infant behaviors
- Weight gain and early milestones
- When to call the pediatrician
- Includes hands on practice with baby dolls!
Lactation and Infant Feeding:
- Science of lactation
- How to support milk supply
- Achieving a deep latch
- Nursing positiongs
- Troubleshooting common issues
- Hand expression
- Basics of pumping
- Bottle feeding techniques
- Milk preparation and storage guidelines
- Comfortable movement-friendly clothing
- Water bottle
- Snacks
- All your questions!
3 hours
$250 per birthing person and one support person
- Sunday April 19th 3:30-7:30 pm
- Sunday May 17th 3:30-7:30 pm
- Sunday June 28th 3:30-7:30 pm
- Sunday August 9th 3:00-7:00 pm

pregnant women sitting on birthing ball in hospital during induction of labor

Preparing For Induction

Are you likely to need an induction?
This class will cover:
- What is an induction of labor and when is it recommended?
- Medications and methods used to induce labor
- Benefits, risks, timeline and what to expect
- Coping techniques and pain management
- Partner support roles and communication tips
- Building a birth plan to support your preferences
- Comfortable movement-friendly clothing
- Water bottle
- Snacks
- All your questions!
2 hours
$125 per birthing person and one support person
- Sunday August 23rd 1:00-3:00 pm

Preparing For Cesarean Section

Are you planning for or at higher risk of needing a cesarean delivery?
This class covers:
- Indication for planned and unplanned C-sections
- What to expect during and after a C-section
- Pain management during and after surgery
- Wound care and how to support your recovery
- Partner support
- Breastfeeding after surgery
- Preparing your home to support a c-section recovery
- Planning for future births and the option of VBAC- vaginal birth after c-section
- Building a supportive birth plan
- Comfortable clothes
- Water & a snack
- All your questions!
2 hours
$125 per birthing person and one support person
- Sunday April 19th 1:00-3:00 pm
- Sunday May 31st 4:00-6:00 pm
- Sunday June 28th 1:00-3:00 pm
- Sunday August 23rd 4:00-6:00 pm

Register For Class

Hands forming a heart shape over a pregnant belly.

More Group Classes Coming Soon!

Seeking a group class on a specific Pregnancy or Postpartum Related Topic? Let us know!