Pre-Natal
Metro Minis Pre-Natal to Pre-School...Naturally, Cloth diaper and baby wearing workshops

Meet the Doulas!

21/04/09 22:34 Filed in: Classes and Workshops

FREE DOULA EVENING and DOULA AFTERNOON
at MetroMinis!

Thursday, April 30 at 6:00PM and Saturday, May 16 at 12:30PM

Are you an expectant parent seeking information and support? Have you heard about doulas, but aren’t sure you really understand how they might fit into your birthing/parenting plans? Do you want to hire a doula, but don’t know how to go about it? We can help!

Come to MetroMinis for a FREE evening or afternoon with some wonderful doulas working right here in New York City. Each event includes an information session as well as plenty of time to meet the doulas. In the information session, we will help you understand how doulas can make your birthing and early parenting experiences even more joyful and fulfilling, and we will give you pointers about choosing and working with doulas. Afterwards, moms and their birth partners can chat individually with the doulas about each of their philosophies, styles, and services. You just might meet that special doula who is a perfect fit for you!
Introductory Price: FREE! Space is limited, so reserve your seat now! 

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Decoding your cravings

07/04/09 00:20 Filed in: Classes and Workshops
Decoding Your Cravings: The Secret Language of Pre- and Post- Natal Bodies Pregnancy and lactation are times when you are more motivated than ever to choose your food for its nutrition content, so why does your body seem to be telling you that chocolate should be your main food group? We'll go over 6 common nutritional deficiencies in pre- and post-natal bodies and how your body might be trying to fulfill these needs by speaking to you in cravings. We'll also discuss non-nutritional ways of honoring your most elusive cravings that will make your soul happy.
Introductory Price: $20/per person $30/per couple.

Megan Franzen has her own health counseling business. For more info about Megan and her services visit her website

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Pre-Natal Intuitive Parenting Workshop

07/03/09 00:13 Filed in: Classes and Workshops
The Pre-Natal Intuitive Parenting Workshop is a safe and supportive space to learn about parenting philosophies. We will explore your own parenting concepts, in part by looking at the ways in which we were parented as a child. You can expect to get the most up-to-date information about childcare and the needs of your new baby. You will leave this two hour workshop in-tune with your own parenting philosophy, with lots of information about the needs and care of babies, having made connections with other parents, and with increased confidence in your parenting skills.

Introductory Price: $20/per person or $30/per couple.

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