Welcome to the September 2006 issue
of our online newsletter.
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Picnic
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New Cloth Diapering Class
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Listening
Mothers Class
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Other PSBC Classes
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The Birth Center Is
Now Your Local Store Too!
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A New Need for Breastmilk
Thanks to everyone who came to this year's picnic, bringing pregnant
bellies, babies, children, food, and family updates! We had a great time
catching up on everyone's news and marveling at how fast the birth center's
little alumni have grown. We feel truly blessed to know you all.
Thanks also to everyone who brought donations of various kinds, big and
small. A roll of kitchen towel donated by a client is so much more precious
than one we haul back from Costco ourselves! But the Costco run itself will
be less painful than usual, due to the incredible number of Costco cash
cards that were donated. Thank you.
Setup and cleanup for the picnic is usually a lot of work.....but it was
made much easier by the many hands volunteering. And thanks to everyone who
took a turn at grilling too.
We would like to give particular thanks to Leanne Norby who brought her
PitterPats business to the picnic and worked hard all afternoon making foot
and hand prints of babies and kids. Not only was this a convenient way for families to make such lovely mementos,
but Leanne also
donated 50% of the proceeds to the birth center. Thanks so much Leanne! (By
the way, Leanne has a continuing program where she donates 15% of all orders
received from birth center clients, so if you missed the chance to get one
at the picnic, contact her at
leanne@pitterpatsNW.com.)
Picnic Lost and Found
There were a handful of "Lost and Found" items at the end of the picnic.
Please call the birth center or email
Grace@birthcenter.com if you own any of
these:
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Did you realize
that you will change your baby’s diaper approximately 8760 times and your
baby will spend over 25,000 hours in diapers? If you use disposable diapers,
that equates to literally a ton of diapers into our landfills. Compare that
to about 40 cloth diapers that can then be passed on to another child.
Today’s modern cloth diapers don’t have the harsh chemicals and are much
gentler on baby’s bum practically eliminating diaper rash. Without pins,
dunking and swishing diapers, or using plastic pants! I’ll have samples of
many different types/brands of diapering systems and will demonstrate and
explain the different components and how to use each one. This class will be
informative and helpful as you make the best choice for your family!
Today’s reusable diapers are:
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convenient
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easy to clean,
care for, and use
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trim fitting &
no messy leaks
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gentler on
your baby & on the earth
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can save you
$2,000!
The first class will be held Saturday, September 23rd at 10:00am at the
Puget Sound Birth Center.
Cost: $10 per family.
Contact Ann-Marie Speirs for more information or to reserve your spot.
206-310-9002 or
annmarie@cozybunz.com
Listening Mothers have run very successful parenting classes for many years,
so we are pleased to offer their program at the birth center for the first
time. The first 8-week series starts on September 22nd from 1:00--2:30pm.
What you'll gain from a Listening Mothers series:
Clarity
Develop your identity as a mother and discuss your feelings about this role.
Insight
Strengthen your emotional bond with your child as you explore your thoughts
and feelings about your baby and motherhood.
Awareness
Look into your childhood experiences and how they impact your parenting
Confidence
Learn how to tune into and respond to your baby’s needs. Help your baby feel
calm and interested in his/her world.
Knowledge
Talk about how your relationship with your partner affects the baby and how
your baby impacts your relationship.
Understanding
Learn how baby’s primary relationships and experiences set the foundation
for early learning.
For more information
about this small-group, 8 week program or to register, visit them online at
www.listeningmothers.org, email Lynne at
lbrazg@aol.com
or call (206)
275.0104
Here's a reminder
of other class offerings:
4th
Trimester Class
This class is a
combination of parenting education and support group. It provides a chance
to get together with other new moms, dads, and babies and share the
challenges and joy of the amazing life transition you're in the midst of.
The class is ideal if your baby is newborn-6 months old. You're also welcome
to join the class before your baby is born to get a head start on the
postpartum issues. The class meets at PSBC on Fridays from 10am to noon. $5
drop-in fee or $50 for 12 class punch card. The class is facilitated by Kat
Byrne. For more information, email Kat at
babymoondoula@earthlink.net
Karen
Shelver's Babywearing Class
Try your baby in different kinds of baby carrier, or use a doll if your baby
isn't here yet. The class costs $10 and runs from 10am-11am on the 3rd
Saturday of every month at the
birth center. For more information about the classes or to register, call
Karen at (425) 681-3132 or email her at
KarenShelver@gmail.com. You can also visit her website at
www.backpack-baby.com.
Birth Zone Childbirth Classes
Birth Zone offers childbirth preparation classes for both first-time parents
and those needing a refresher class. Classes are focused on the information,
support, and techniques that can help you achieve your ideal birth vision,
using plenty of humor and practical exercises.
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Emphasis on natural
childbirth for homebirth, birth center birth, and hospital birth
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Small class size, usually a
maximum of 8 couples
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5 or 7 week classes offered
on Wednesday or Thursday evenings in Redmond
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1/2 day refresher class
offered periodically (usually Saturday morning) for couples who have
experienced birth at least once already
See
http://www.birthzone.com for full details,
or email
Liz@birthzone.com
or call (425) 868-4989.
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I
don't think we'll ever be supplying your grocery needs, but we have started
stocking items that are useful in pregnancy and postpartum, including
various breastfeeding supplies. Here's a list of what we have. All prices
include tax.
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Floradix $22
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Prenatal Vitamins $21
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St Johns Wort Oil for sore
nipples $11
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Sitz bath herbs for soothing
postpartum bottoms $8
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Cramp Bark $11
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Jamaican Dogwood $11
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Nipple shields $7
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Pump-in-Style breast pump
$275
Ali Toperosky, LM, CPM
"There is a new mom who
delivered at the birth center last week who is unable to produce milk to
feed her baby. As can be expected, she is deeply saddened by this. She
approached me to ask about breast milk donations after our success with
feeding Gabriel this way, and so I write this to you.
If anyone is willing to pump a bit extra or donate any surplus from your
freezer please contact me and I will connect you with Tonya, Noah and baby
Izabelle Rose.
As an aside, Gabriel is now 10 months old and still thriving
thanks to now 43 generous women!"
You can contact Ali at
toperosky@yahoo.com
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