Natural Childbirth Classes
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$225 for the session. 
Wisdom you need for the birth you want. Whether you're planning to birth at home, in a birth center or in a hospital, learn essentials skills for a safe, comfortable birth experience for you, your baby and your partner. Because knowledge is power, learn about the physiological process of childbirth in a manner that empowers you to welcome your baby into the world in the most gentle and loving way.  An unmedicated birth enhances natural oxytocin to both mom and baby allowing for better breastfeeding rates and bonding. Taught by Nicole McKeen, CPM and Certified Lamaze Childbirth Educator and Doula Jocelyn Alberston.

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Here's what one recent mama-to-be had to say "Nicole is a wealth of knowledge and a leader in natural childbirth. Meeting her and taking her natural childbirth course has been truly inspirational. She has such a calming personality that will put you right at ease and has the extensive experience to support her approach." -- Ashleigh, first pregnancy.

Born to Breastfeed: a Holistic Approach
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$75 per couple
Evidence shows that parents who have properly studied breastfeeding before baby arrives, will have a higher rate of success. We are holding a special class for expecting parents to gain knowledge about lactation and the natural way of feeding your baby. Topics include benefits, technique, physiology, health and nutrition, common early concerns, alternative techniques, and how to incorporate breastfeeding into your lifestyle. The goal of this class is to inform and instill confidence to successfully and exclusively breastfeed.
Taught by Chrissy Nelson RN, IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) Accreditation Pending
​Email Chrissy for more information

Birth Circle
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Please feel free to stay afterward and get to know other woman. Bring your lunch or snack to share. Lunch and community.
email Nicole for more information or questions southshorehomebirth@gmail.com
A Birth Circle is an informational, inspirational, fun event where parents and parents-to-be come to talk about birth in a safe environment, without judgment.  Most people who have given birth don't typically get an opportunity to share the positive aspects of their birth story (natural, medicated, Cesarean, hospital, birth center or homebirth) with others who are there JUST TO HEAR THE STORY...come share your story.
This event is open to women who plan to get pregnant or have given birth, or plan to give birth, grandmothers, sisters and doulas are also welcome to join!
While of course, there may be some negative parts to your story which you are welcome to share, Birth Circles is not a place to try to fully process your traumatic birth but feel free to tell your story.
Birth Circles tend to include laughter, questions, learning, inspiration and lots of listening. 

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Cloth Diapers 101
Learn everything you ever wanted to know about cloth diapers: cost, convenience, environmental impact, logistics, types... everything!
Registration is required and cost is $10/couple. 
Email Jocelyn for more information or fill out the contact form and she'll be in touch!