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Lamaze Childbirth Education and Clinical Support

Workshops to help prepare for baby and support the caregiver-baby dyad in the important moments and months after birth.

Childbirth education initiatives offered through the Center for Autism and Early Childhood Mental Health (CAECMH) at Montclair State University serve to promote optimal prenatal and perinatal mental health. These programs incorporate principles of infant mental health and the social-emotional domain of early childhood by way of accessible classes, workshops and webinars that aim to promote positive health outcomes and reduce disparities.

The Center for Autism and Early Childhood Mental Health is proud to be a recognized Lamaze International training site.

Workshops

The Center for Autism and Early Childhood Mental Health at Montclair State University also offers a variety of groups for expectant parents, new parents and babies, children and professionals who work with children. Click on the name of each group for more information.

Lamaze Childbirth Workshops

About

Lamaze childbirth classes are open to individuals at any point in their pregnancies. Partners, families and other supportive people are also welcome. These classes are restorative in nature and promote calm minds and bodies.

Location

The group meets at the Center for Clinical Services, 35 Clove Road, Little Falls, NJ 07424

Dates

Check back soon for upcoming dates.

Cost

$5 per session.

Registration

For more information and to register, please contact Jill Wodnick, MA, LCCE, CLC, IMH-E®-II at wodnickj@montclair.edu or 973-655-6685.

Breastfeeding Basics

About

This popular prenatal workshop teaches expectant parents and grandparents how to read baby feeding cues, how to tell if the baby is getting enough milk and other information regarding infant feeding along with resources for lactation support.

Location

TBD

Dates

TBD

Cost

TBD

Registration

For more information and to register, please contact Jill Wodnick, MA, LCCE, CLC, IMH-E®-II at wodnickj@montclair.edu or 973-655-6685.

New Parent New Baby Support Circles

About

New Parent New Baby Support Circles are open to all parents with babies under one year of age. The goal is to honor the experience of parenthood with compassion, community, holistic activities and fun. Parents are welcome to feed and diaper their babies.

Location

The group meets at the Center for Clinical Services, 35 Clove Road, Little Falls, NJ 07424

Dates

Check back soon for upcoming dates.

Cost

$20 per session, $10 for those affiliated with Montclair State University.

Registration

For more information and to register, please contact Jill Wodnick, MA, LCCE, CLC, IMH-E®-II at wodnickj@montclair.edu or 973-655-6685.