“Birth Wisdom” Childbirth Education:

This Childbirth Education Series of classes is facilitated by Jenny Barron Fishman, Owner of Sweet Pea's Studio. Jenny is an ICEA Certified Childbirth Educator, Breastfeeding Educator, Doula, Massage Therapist, Yoga Instructor and Mother of two.

Navigating your pregnancy and birth preparations can be overwhelming. In these times of instant access to information and opinions, it can be confusing to know if taking a Childbirth Preparation class is even useful. Let these classes be the key to easing your confusion and stress. Jenny has been supporting families for more than 20 years and will be able to support you on your journey as well. With a deep respect for the sacred nature of birth as well as the value of medical care when needed, Jenny's classes support and celebrate the normal process of childbirth and the right of the expectant parents to make informed choices based on knowledge of alternatives. In these classes we will discuss topics and birth beliefs that may not be addressed in hospital based classes while still providing evidence based information. Beginning with the fundamental belief that Birth is safe and normal, we will dive into many topics, including birth wishes, facing fears and advocating for yourself and your family. Partners will learn how to confidently assist in supporting and caring for Mama, and themselves, during the birth journey. By learning in an experiential and creative way, you will be able to tap into your Inner Knowing, face your fears and connect with yourself, your baby and your partner so that your birth becomes an empowered experience. Jenny's hope is that you will look forward to the birth of your baby with excitement and joy and that it will be a memory you cherish.

In Studio classes are listed below. Private, classes either in Studio or Virtual can be scheduled directly with Jenny.

4 Week Class Series:

The Birth Wisdom Series are group classes, and the experience is designed to help build a deeper connection to the process of preparing for the birth of your baby. For 4 weeks, we will gather together, and in each of the 2-3 hour classes, there is time to explore and absorb the many different facets of each topic. You will also receive access to online Childbirth Education materials, which Jenny will help you navigate, so that you and your partner can review the class topics from the privacy and comfort of your own home. These sessions will also help you personalize and visualize your own birth journey and early postpartum experience. Jenny's classes support the normal process of childbirth and the right of the expectant parents to make informed choices based on knowledge of alternatives. The Comfort Measures for Birth and Breastfeeding Basics classes are a part of the 4 weeks series.

$300 Per Couple

Comfort Measures for Birth

In this 3 hour Comfort Measures for Birth class, we practice massage and relaxation techniques, movements, and body positions which can help provide natural pain relief. You will learn useful ways to use birthing balls, hot/cold therapy, aromatherapy and ways to move that allow for optimal fetal positioning and coping during the process of birth. This is a very experiential class, and it is always a favorite class for many couples as it gives them the opportunity to connect and tune into each other and their baby.  This is a 3 hour class which is a part of the 4 Week Birth Wisdom Series, OR it can be taken separately as a solo IN STUDIO class.

$80 per couple

Breastfeeding Basics

Breastfeeding Basics is designed to introduce expecting parents to the wonderful yet often confusing and possibly challenging world of breastfeeding a newborn. Evidence based information will be shared about the benefits of nursing and examples of real life situations will be explored. Partners are strongly encouraged to join this workshop. This class is ideal for women in their 3rd trimester. We will discuss what influences a mother’s/couple’s decision to breastfeed, the benefits of breastfeeding for mother and baby; what’s important in the first days of breastfeeding, positioning and what to do if problems arise. You will also receive information on local breastfeeding support providers and additional parenting resources. This is a 2 hour class which is a part of the 4 Week Birth Wisdom Series, OR it can be taken separately as a solo class.

$80 per couple

Take note: A separate class which covers returning to work and pumping is offered through Sweet Pea’s Partner Provider, Vannessa Prinz. Register at http://www.joclactation.com/back-to-work-class

Visit the Workshops page to register for the In Studio offering of Comfort Measures and Breastfeeding Basics.

Contact Jenny directly to arrange Private Virtual Classes, 773-248-9642.