Birth Kalamazoo: Classes & Events

Classes & Events

VBAC and Cesarean Support Group

Sundays: January 27, April 21, July 28, October 20
6 p.m. * FREE

Boesky Chiropractic, 4204 S. Westnedge Ave.

RSVP to: val@birthkalamazoo.com or (269) 377-0627

Creating a circle of support, doula and VBAC mom Valerie Erlandson leads these quarterly sessions. The purpose is to share with other women who have had c-sections, process your birth and your feelings, connect with information and resources, and get support for VBACing (if that's part of your plans). Babies in arms are welcome to attend with mom, but because the sharing is sometimes intense, we ask that you please leave little ones who can crawl or walk with a caretaker at home. (You don't have to wait for our meeting to reach out for support! E-mail or call Val any time to chat.)

Birth Matters

Watch for 2013 dates soon!
6 p.m. * FREE
SolSpring, 6350 West KL Ave.

Birth Matters is a group for pregnant women, moms and women who plan to soon begin a family. Come and gain insight and understanding of the amazing journey of pregnancy, labor, delivery and the postpartum period with other moms in a fun and casual atmosphere! Babies in arms are welcome, but no mobile little ones please. The group is co-led by doulas Beth Hawver, Jody Swank and Jessica English.

Check the events section of our Facebook page for monthly topics.

(Babies in arms are welcome, but no crawlers or walkers, please, as the space is not childproofed.)

No RSVP is needed, but for more info, call (269) 598-1488 or e-mail: info@birthkalamazoo.com

Breastfeeding, Naturally!

6 - 9 p.m.
Tuesday, January 29
Express Your Health, Portage
$40/couple

Pre-registration required, call (269) 598-1488 or e-mail info@birthkalamazoo.com

Breastfeeding is the normal, natural way to feed our babies. To help you launch your breastfeeding relationship, Birth Kalamazoo offers this one-time class for moms and their partners. The session is taught by Nicole Reid, an international board certified lactation consultant. For more information, click here. Private classes and pre-baby consults are also available, please ask.

The Best of Natural Birth

Upcoming sessions begin: January and April 2013

This 8-week natural childbirth class is offered annually in January, April, July and October. For more information, click here.

Cloth Diapering Basics

Next Date TBA... Stay tuned!
Boesky Chiropractic, 4204 South Westnedge Ave.
$10 per couple

Learn more about cloth diapering! We will demonstrate a variety of cloth diapers, guiding parents through the how-to's and sometimes dizzying array of options for today's modern cloth diapering. Reluctant (and enthusiastic) dads are always welcome! These aren't your mother's cloth diapers.

For more information or to RSVP, Call (269) 267-7300 or e-mail: info@birthkalamazoo.com

Babywearing Options & Safety

Watch for an upcoming date!

RSVP to: (269) 267-7300 or e-mail: info@birthkalamazoo.com

Ring slings, mei tais, carriers, oh! It's enough to make a new mama's head spin. Come learn about babywearing from experienced moms. We'll cover safety info (including recent recalls), and how to choose the right carrier for you and your baby. Lots of slings and carriers for you to try! If you own a sling, bring it along and we'll help you fit your little one inside. Pregnant moms, babies and toddlers welcome!