0 to 3 month Mothers Group (Drop-in Group)
This is an ongoing drop-in style group led by Quetzal Currie, licensed midwife and founding Director of Tribeca Workshop. These groups will give new mothers an opportunity to gain valuable support as well as to meet other mothers and their babies. We will discuss your questions and provide solutions to help you in your transition to life with a new baby.
* $20 fee.
3-9 Month Mothers Group (Pre-registration is required)
The New Mothers Group is an eight-week group for mothers and their babies, ages 3 to 9 months. These groups will give new mothers an opportunity to gain valuable support as well as to meet other mothers and their babies.
Rotating topics will include:
• Sleep Issues in the first year
• Schedules -- Myths Vs. Reality
• Parenting With Your Partner
• Mommy Burnout -- Ways to Cope When You've Had It
• Getting Your Chic On -- Body Issues Post-Baby
• Sexuality and Intimacy After the Baby
• Your Baby's Temperament
• Baby Boy vs Baby Girl -- Gender Issues and Expectations
All groups are dedicated to a specific topic, but we always leave room for questions on other issues you may have at the time.
* 8 week session,
$180 fee. (11:00am - 12:00pm)
Breastfeeding Clinic and Support
The clinic provides a place for mothers to drop in and ask questions about breastfeeding and a chance to meet other nursing mothers.
Topics will include:
• Normal frequency of breastfeeding a newborn
• Proper latch and positioning
• Keeping baby active at the breast
• Assessing that baby is thriving at the breast
• Troubleshooting -- Common setbacks with breastfeeding
• What to expect the first week
• Tips for getting off to a good start