Whether you’re preparing for a new baby, looking for postpartum fitness options, or want to get big brother or sister involved, there are many classes and groups geared toward new and expectant families. Check out the following pregnancy and baby events taking place this month in the greater Cleveland/Akron area.
MONDAYS
Parent Infant Classes. Learn the benefits of observing your baby in an intentional way. Participants will learn how to recognize stages of child development and how to best stimulate a child’s growing brain. 8:30-10 a.m. Hudson Montessori School, 7545 Darrow Road, 330-650-0424, hudsonmontessori.org
MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS
Stroller Strides. Functional, total-body conditioning workout designed for moms with kids in tow. Beginning 4/1. 9-10:30 a.m. Market Square at Crocker Park, 239 Market St., Westlake, crockerpark.com
WEDNESDAYS
Shalom Baby. Gross Schechter Day School and Alexandria School for Nannies’ Founder and Executive Director, Carolyn Stulberg, welcome expectant parents to participate in Shalom Baby. Additional experts, including pediatricians, day care providers, baby gear retailers, rabbis and mohels will join us to help you get the most of the course. Wednesdays at 7p.m. Register at grossschechter.org/shalom-baby
March 7
Boot Camp for New Dads. New fathers learn how to prepare for the important role they will play with their new baby and family. 9 a.m.-noon. Hillcrest Hospital, North Campus, 6777 Mayfield Road, Mayfield Hts., events.clevelandclinic.org
March 11, 18 & 25
Childbirth Preparation. The class provides information on labor and delivery, breathing and relaxation, comfort measures, medications, C-section and postpartum. 6:30-9 p.m. TriPoint Physician Pavilion, 7580 Auburn Road, Concord Twp., lakehealth.org
March 18
Ask a Doula! Find out more about what doulas do to assist pregnancy and labor, and ask any questions that you may have about the profession or birth. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Domonkas Branch Library, 4125 E. Lake Road, Sheffield Lake, 440-949-7410, lorainpubliclibrary.org
March 19
Art Babes. Park the stroller and cozy up in our circle of babies for sensory play, face-to-face bouncy rhymes and social games to inspire baby’s curiosity and build first relationships. 10-11:30 a.m. Akron Art Museum, 1 S. High St., 330-376-9185, akronartmuseum.org
March 21
Kiddie Kloset. Gently used baby items, maternity clothes, toys and games, baby and kid furniture and more. 8 a.m.-noon. Westlake High School, 27830 Hilliard Blvd., Westlake. wecpta.org/kiddiekloset
Baby Cuddle Club. Baby Cuddles is a special class for our tiniest babies and their adult cuddlers. Enjoy lap bounces, movement songs and instrument play. 9:15 a.m. Avon Lake Public Library, 32649 Electric Blvd., 440-933-8128, alpl.org
March 22 & 29
Birth Boot Camp. Designed for couples who desire the optimal birth experience. Participants will gain valuable information, insights, tools and exceptional communication skills to prepare for labor and birth. 1-5:30 p.m. The Womb Wellness Center, 6200 SOM Center Road A-24, Solon, thewombwellnesscenter.com
March 23 & 24
Breastfeeding Preparation. This class is for you and your partner to prepare to breastfeed your newborn with confidence. 6:30-9 p.m. Fairview Hospital Wellness Center, 3035 Wooster Road, Rocky River, events.clevelandclinic.org
March 28
New Parent Resource Fair. New parents and caregivers can meet local organizations that offer resources to help you care for your children. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Medina County District Library, 210 S. Broadway St., 330-725-0588, mcdl.info
Big Brothers/Big Sisters-To-Be. This sibling class helps older children develop positive acceptance toward the new baby. 1:30 p.m. UH Cleveland Medical Center, 11100 Euclid Ave., uhhospitals.org
