Parent Education
Supportive + Inclusive
Community for Families
Parent Education
Supportive & Inclusive
Community for Families
The Pod at The Village
The Pod is a 4-week support group for breastfeeding mothers who are seeking a safe, intimate space in which to connect and share experiences of early parenthood. The first days, weeks, and months with a new baby are filled with many highs and lows. The 4-week format will focus on this delicate transition to parenthood and will include the following topics:
Week 1: Introductions and birth/breastfeeding stories
Week 2: Processing the emotions of parenthood
(the baby blues, highs and lows including expectations and disappointments)
Week 3: Taking Care - Balancing self-care and baby care
Week 4: Managing relationships and role transitions with partner and family
The Pod is facilitated by Sarah Hastings, MSW, IBCLC
Open to new mothers who have a baby between 0-6 months.
A new 4-week Pod will begins the first week of each month.
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Explore Parent Education Classes at The Village:
Meet Up is a safe place for mothers to get feeding support (pumping/breastfeeding/chestfeeding/supplementing), as well as develop friendship & community. Meet Up is an open discussion of feeding, parenting, sleep and any other new parent topics. Your 1st group is always free. Use code: FIRST-FREE when registering.
We know the process of returning to work as a breastfeeding parent can be overwhelming. Let us help you to create a plan for your return to work based upon your work environment and schedule. Class will also include tips for bottle-feeding, work/life balance, supporting milk supply and any other questions participants may have.
Feel like your baby doesn’t like “tummy time”? Looking for a way to connect with your baby & foster movement and development? Concerned about head turning preference or “flat spots”? Join Angela Selkregg licensed Occupational Therapist for the TummyTime! Method. Caregivers will learn about & practice: tummy time, relaxation techniques, massage, calming techniques & various activities for engagement & connection. The class is open to babies 3weeks-precrawling. Class size limited.
In this class, you will learn and practice head to toe infant massage strokes to help soothe your baby's tummy troubles, relieve muscle tension, and improve sleep patterns. Massage also decreases stress levels in you and your baby and supports your early bonding experience through positive touch. This class is led by Hannah DeSantis, licensed occupational therapist and Certified Educator of Infant Massage. This class is recommended for babies 4 weeks-4 months old.
When should I start solids? What foods should I offer? What do I need to know about food allergies? What are the best utensils, highchairs and cups? How do I figure out a mealtime schedule? Join us for answers to all these questions and more! Tovah Feehan is a Speech-Language Pathologist, Feeding Therapist and Owner of Pediatric Feeding Partners in Haddon Heights, NJ. She is passionate about empowering parents with the knowledge and tools to promote a joyful family mealtime.
This class will focus on teaching CPR techniques for Infants and Children (we will touch briefly upon CPR for Adults). We will also be going over choking/breathing emergencies, as well as addressing drowning emergencies and basic first aid. This class is designed for expecting parents, parents, caregivers and grandparents. THIS IS NOT A CERTIFICATION CLASS. Additional participant can be added at discounted rate of $30/person *Non-mobile infants are welcome to attend with their caregivers.
This 4-week Baby + Me group, led by Paula Bradley, MOT, OTR/L, Maternal + Pediatric Occupational Therapist is for babies ages 3-7 months old and their caregivers. We will focus on developmental milestones, play ideas, and connecting with other parents/caregivers. Week 1: Sensory play and sensory systems Part 1. Week 2: Sensory play and sensory systems Part 2. Week 3: Developmental Milestones + Activities Week 4: Motor Skills Development Saturdays 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9 at 11:00am
All group classes are currently located at our Collingswood location.
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Yoga Classes for New Parents
at The Village
Wednesdays 11:30am with Jamie
Our weekly Baby & Me Yoga Class focuses on gentle yoga for mind-body wellness along with baby bonding time. We'll practice poses with babies on the mat, in our arms, or option for baby wearing. It's a great way to connect with your little one and others on the parenthood journey! Class is for caregivers with babies (up to pre-crawling.) No yoga experience necessary. We suggest bringing a baby blanket + yoga mat. Pre-reg required.
Sundays 3:30pm with Rebecca
Starting in October!
Whether you have a 6-month-old or a 16-year-old, it is essential to surround yourself with community and seek outlets to rest and restore.
Our weekly Yoga for Motherhood Class is an opportunity for mothers to share thoughts and experiences, followed by yoga, breath-work, + meditation - giving time and space for just you. Class is suitable for all stages of motherhood, including pregnancy + early postpartum. Beginner-friendly. Pre-reg required.
Single Class Reservation: $22
Weekly Yoga Class Packages available!
5 Class Package: $95
10 Class Package: $175
Postpartum Wellness Workshops at The Village:
Retrain your core + pelvic floor to improve function, ease tension and build overall postural support. In this workshop, we'll discuss how the core + pelvic floor work together and learn simple yet effective exercises for everyday movement & fitness prep for postpartum care. This workshop is designed for postpartum at any stage. Non-mobile babies are welcome to attend with parent. Instructor: Carrie Randazzo, LMT, R-EYT, R-PYT, CES: Pelvic Floor & Diastais Recti Corrective Exercise Specialist
Evolving Through Motherhood: Afternoon Retreat with Julie Anne West
Sunday, October 20th 12:30pm This afternoon retreat will be an opportunity to learn about the concept of matrescence, which is defined as the physical, psychological and emotional changes one goes through when becoming a mother. We will use this framing to reflect on your unique experience of motherhood and your personal identity through journal prompts, group discussion, light yoga asana and meditation.- Led by Julie Anne West, LPC Please bring a notebook & pen for journaling. Option to bring your own yoga mat.
All group classes are currently located at our Collingswood location.
Tots & Family Yoga at The Village:
Playfully practice toddler-friendly yoga poses while standing, sitting, walking, crawling, + jumping. Enjoy fun yoga games - singing, breathing & moving while improving motor skills + body awareness. Nurture esteem, creativity, + bonding, in a fun + supportive environment. Class participation is designed for child (crawlers - 4yo) w/ caregiver. We suggest BYO yoga mat. Class is 50 minutes. $22 (weekly class package can be applied.) Additional child: $8 (up to 2 children for each caregiver.)
Playfully practice toddler-friendly yoga - standing, sitting, walking, crawling, + jumping. Enjoy fun yoga games-singing, breathing & moving while improving motor skills + body awareness. Nurture esteem, creativity, + bonding, in a supportive environment. Class participation is designed for tot (crawlers - 4yo) w/ caregiver. Additional tot: $8. No charge for non-mobile baby w/ tot + caregiver. Up to two children per caregiver. 50min class Single class: $22 5 class pkg: $95 10 class pkg: $175
Family Yoga coming this Fall!
All group classes are currently located at our Collingswood location.
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for class updates, special events & offers
Postpartum Massage at The Village
Our postpartum massage and bodywork sessions focus on the new mom’s well-being. Sessions incorporate a range of techniques to help ease the nervous system, alleviate muscle soreness, stabilize weight-bearing joints, restore postural balance and overall relaxation. This can also be a time to assist with scar tissue release from a c section and gentle abdominal massage for core function.
Online Booking for Parent Education
1:1 Postpartum Personal Training
Here at The Village, Carrie offers personalized instruction for moms that are seeking guidance with retraining the core, pelvic function, and postural alignment. As a corrective exercise specialist, yoga instructor, and postural trainer, Carrie blends her modalities and tailors each session to one's specific needs during the postpartum period. Options include:
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Corrective Exercise for Core & Pelvic Floor
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Postural Training & Functional Movement
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Pain Management
Pricing Options:
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Single session: $105
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3 Session Package: $300
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5 Session Package: $475