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Our traditional Preparing for Childbirth class covers everything you need to know to prepare for childbirth, including:
3 weekly sessions
Member Tuition: $112.50
Non-Member Tuition: $125
Tuition covers the expectant parent plus one support person.
If you’re just looking for the basics, or prefer attending a shorter weekend class, you can take our Preparing for Childbirth Fundamentals. This condensed class covers similar topics as our 3 week series, with the exception of in-depth conversations of labor variations and hands-on practice of labor and birth coping skills. Families are encouraged to practice comfort strategies on their own, or take our Labor Skills Workshop for guided hands-on practice.
Preparing for Childbirth Fundamentals – one 4 hour session
Member Tuition: $81
Non-Member Tuition: $90
Tuition covers the expectant parent and one support person.
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Parents are encouraged to register in the fourth or fifth month of pregnancy and have their classes completed by about 36 weeks.
If you desire lower intervention, non-medicated childbirth, or a more in-depth experience of hands-on skills, you will benefit from taking the Labor Skills Workshop in addition to this class. You may also consider our Natural Childbirth 5 week series as an alternative to Preparing for Childbirth.
Private childbirth classes can often be arranged upon request. Our private classes are 3 hours and the tuition is $300 (non-members) and $270 (members).
Looking for a prenatal class that covers the essentials in three short sessions? This class highlights the birth process, postpartum recovery, beginning breastfeeding, and newborn care over the course of three weekly sessions.
Topics covered:
Our instructor will recommend good websites and books for more in-depth learning. Because of the condensed nature of the class, hands-on breathing and relaxation will not be practiced. Parents wanting to learn and practice breathwork and relaxation techniques should consider our Labor Skills Workshop Virtual as a supplement to this class. Infant CPR is not covered. Please see our Infant CPR schedule for available classes.
3 weekly sessions
Member Tuition: $180
Non-Member Tuition: $200
Tuition covers one expectant parent and one support person.
COVID-19 and Your In person Class
We ask that families read our policies before registering for classes. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Natural Childbirth is the prenatal class best suited to women who wish to avoid or reduce the use of medications and interventions.
The birth process is the foundation of the class, and each week you’ll practice coping strategies like breathing, intentional relaxation, visualization, massage, and helpful positions. While this holistic approach makes it a good fit for women hoping for an unmedicated birth, pain medications, and supportive interventions are discussed. With less lecture and more interactive, hands-on learning, we will explore issues like keeping a positive attitude about your body’s abilities, advocating for yourself, informed decision making, exploring emotions, and how to prepare yourself for parenthood.
Spending time within a small group of other parents-to-be establishes a support network of other families who may become friends for life! You’ll even have a visit from a Natural Childbirth graduate family with their baby.
You’ll learn:
We recommend taking this class with plenty of time before your due date to practice the techniques throughout the third trimester. Please budget time to finish the class by about 34-36 weeks. As always, all families are welcome regardless of where their babies will be born. For those families birthing in a hospital, please note that a tour is not part of prenatal classes at Amma. We encourage you to contact your hospital directly for information about tours.
Member Tuition: $189
Non-Member Tuition: $210
Tuition for the five-week series covers one expectant parent and one support person.
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We ask that families read our policies before registering for classes. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
If you’re hoping for an unmedicated birth, or just want to further practice your coping strategies, this supplemental workshop is perfect for you. This is a great option for families expecting a second (or more) baby, who just want a refresher of skills.
This specialty workshop on coping with labor pain is all hands-on . We’ll practice:
Perfect for moms and labor partners wanting more practice or second-time moms looking for a refresher without the lecture component. This class does not cover traditional class topics such as the birth process, medications, c-sections, and the like and is best taken as a supplement to Preparing for Childbirth or the All-In-One prenatal class.
Please bring a blanket and pillow to class. Dress comfortably. This class will include movement and floor work on a yoga mat.
Member Tuition: $45
Non-Member Tuition: $50
Tuition covers the expectant parent and one support person.
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We ask that families read our policies before registering for classes. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
A little bit of preparation goes a long way when you’re planning to breastfeed. Topics include:
This class is designed for both the pregnant mother and her partner.
Member Tuition: $40.50
Non-Member Tuition: $45
Tuition covers the expectant parent and 1 support person.
COVID-19 and Your In person Class
We ask that families read our policies before registering for classes. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Newborns 101 prepares you for life with a newborn baby. You’ll “graduate” ready to start life with your new son or daughter!
Hear the most current information on early development, how to care for your infant, and parenting strategies for the first few months. The mixture of video, hands-on practice and real-life scenarios go beyond what you can read in a book.
Topics include:
Member Tuition: $40.50
Non-Member Tuition: $45
Tuition covers one expectant parent and one support person
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We ask that families read our policies before registering for classes. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
An easy way to complete both of these classes on the same day. All the topics from both Breastfeeding and Newborns 101 are presented in one class.
Member Tuition: $81
Non-Member Tuition: $90
Tuition covers one expectant parent and one support person
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We ask that families read our policies before registering for classes. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
We strongly encourage everyone in your baby’s caregiving circle to take an Infant CPR class, including parents, grandparents, babysitters and nannies.
These CPR courses are not certification courses, but the curricula follow those of the American Heart Association. Our instructors are AHA certified.
Infant CPR
Learn how to respond in a respiratory or cardiac emergency. Demonstration and hands-on practice of chest compressions, breaths, and choking relief on infant and child mannequin will reinforce your learning and help you understand how to act in real life.
Member Tuition: $72 per couple for the 2.5 hour class
Non-Member Tuition: $80 per couple
Looking for the virtual Infant CPR class? Register here.
If you are registering as a 2-person couple, you may use our online registration software.
If your party includes multiple caregivers and family members, please call us directly at (952) 926-2229 and we will register your group. We offer individual registrations for $45 (member) or $50 (non-member).
We ask that families read our policies before registering for classes. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
In order for the class to learn effectively, we do not allow children to attend these classes. We do make exceptions for newborn infants who can sleep or hang out in their car seats during class.
Calling all Amma Mamas! Do you have a brand new baby? Come see why moms tell us this class is the best thing they did for themselves. Bring your newborn to a baby-friendly environment and get help on all the topics of concern to new moms: feeding, sleep, soothing, vaccinations and pediatric visits, postpartum adjustment, emotions, returning to work, and more. You won’t find a more welcoming place for help and encouragement than the New Mama Class. The perfect way to spend maternity leave!
The New Mama Class supports all new mothers. Whether you’re breastfeeding or bottle feeding, parenting solo, partnered or married, adoptive or biological, have one baby or twins, you are welcome here. Being introduced to a range of parenting experiences shows us how many right ways there are to be a family.
You’ll leave this class with confidence and friends for life.
Our teachers are all Registered Nurses, Board Certified Lactation Consultants, or both.
Plan to start your 6-week session when your baby will be between the ages of 1 to 8 weeks of age. This class and its curriculum are designed specifically for mamas and their babies of this age. We recommend you register prior to the arrival of your baby. Look for a class series that begins 2 to 3 weeks after your due date. Please note: this class is intended for first-time mamas.
*If your baby is older than 8 weeks of age at the start of the session, please consider our Beyond Newborn class.
Member Tuition: $157.50 for six-weekly 2-hour sessions
Non-Member Tuition: $175
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We ask that families read our policies before registering for classes. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Becoming a Mama again? It’s different this time around! Bring your newborn to a baby-friendly environment. We’ll refresh your memory on the basics, like feeding, soothing, baby care, good sleep habits, postpartum adjustment, and returning to work. We’ll also discuss parenting more than one child, sibling issues, time and stress management, and learning how to manage a multi-kid family. Moms will be encouraged to share strategies with each other. We recommend you register prior to the arrival of your baby. Look for a class series that begins 2 to 3 weeks after your due date.
For Mamas with babies ages 0-2 months (or so) at the start of class.
Member Tuition: $158.50 for six-weekly 2-hour sessions
Non-Member Tuition: $175
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We ask that families read our policies before registering for classes. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Now that your baby has outgrown the newborn months, you’re ready to take on the next stage. Many moms are wondering what to do with their babies? Bring your baby to a baby-friendly environment, to enjoy song time and learn play ideas to foster development.
The parenting curriculum covers topics such as sleep & naps, feeding & introducing solids, temperament, infant development, family dynamics, maintaining an identity while being a mom, returning to work or beginning at-home motherhood, and more.
This series is for Mamas with babies ages 3, 4 and 5 months at the start of class, or direct New Mama Class graduates.
Daytime Tuition:
Member $171 for eight weekly 2-hour sessions.
Non-Member Tuition: $190
We ask that families read our policies before registering for classes. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. Please note that make-ups are not available for missed classes in the Beyond Newborns series.
This Two part Baby Massage class helps you feel confident as you tune in to your baby’s needs, communication cues, and responses. Infant massage is a wonderful way to promote brain development through positive touch. While promoting development you may see your baby becoming calmer, happier and easier to soothe. They may even sleep better for you!
This hands-on class, led by an Occupational Therapist certified in infant massage, provides parents with an easy, beautiful way to learn about and care for their baby. Relax and have fun with your baby as you both enjoy the many benefits of Baby Massage.
Recommended for babies ages 3 weeks through cruising.
Member Tuition: $63 per baby (and their twin, if they have one!) and two caregivers
Non-Member Tuition: $70 per baby (and their twin, if they have one!) and two caregivers
COVID-19 and Your In person Class
We ask that families read our policies before registering for classes. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. Please note that make-ups are not available for missed classes in the Beyond Newborns series.
As babies near their first birthday, language starts to develop. But until they master words, those little people can have big frustrations when no one understands them! Teaching your baby simple words in American Sign Language can give your baby a powerful new tool to communicate with you until they learn to speak. This class will teach you how to use simple signs with your pre-verbal baby, and tuition includes an instructional booklet.
This class is babies 6 months and older. Babies welcome in class!
Member: $36 per baby (and their twin, if they have one!) and two caregivers As
Non-Member Tuition: $40 per baby (and their twin, if they have one!) and two caregivers
COVID-19 and Your In person Class
We ask that families read our policies before registering for classes. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. Please note that make-ups are not available for missed classes in the Beyond Newborns series.
Baby led weaning is an approach to starting solids that allows baby to self-feed as opposed to be fed. Instead of purees and spoon-feeding, baby and parents can share the same foods while baby exercises his hand/eye coordination, pincer grasp and ability to know when he is full. Led by New Mama instructor and IBCLC, Vickie Albright, this workshop will cover signs of readiness for solids, benefits of allowing baby to take the lead, approaches to getting started and safety concerns.
COVID-19 and Your in person class
We ask that families read our policies before registering for classes. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
