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Childbirth Class (closed)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Registration has ended for this class.  There is another one schedule in May.   Join us as we walk through your new journey from what to expect on that special day. Topics include: Labor Expectations Labor & Delivery: Getting Ready Labor & Delivery: Natural Comfort Measures Labor & Delivery: Training Your Birth Coach Labor &

First Year Class: The First Year Expectations (Live)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

IS my baby doing OK?  That first year has many new things and challenges.  This class will show you what is normal and when to be concerned.

Toddler: 12-24 Month Milestones (Live)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Is your toddler growing as they should, physically, emotionally, or mentally?  This class can help answer those questions.

Nutrition & Making Your own Baby Food (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

What is good to feed your child?  We will look at what is good for them and some recommended nutrition guides for them.  We will also demonstrate how to make your own baby food from ordinary foods.

The First Year: Mommy Nutrition (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Let’s see . . . the choice between a Snickers bar for lunch or a healthy alternative. The decision is tough, isn’t it? This class looks at why a mommy’s nutritional needs are important and how you can make healthy choices 90 percent of the time. We’ll look at what your nutritional needs really are

Parenting Without Shame: Eliminating Shame (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Do you want to raise your child in shame? Prevent them from having healthy relationships as adults? No, you don’t! No parent wants this! But before you can break the cycle of shame and change how you parent, you need to evaluate your responses and reactions to your child’s behavior. Children watch everything we do,

The First Year: SIDs (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Sudden-Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS, is a frightening and confusing subject for most parents. Much research over the years has led to many different recommendations that have greatly reduced the chances of an infant dying unexpectedly. Should you be reasonably worried about SIDS? What can you do to reduce the risk of SIDS happening to

Parenting Without Shame: Nurturing (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Nurturing care of a child teaches them how to trust, be empathetic, and compassionate when they get older. This is something all parents want for their children! But how do you do it and what does it mean to nurture? Learn the important elements of nurture and how this critical aspect of parenting without shame

Cooking With Melissa: Meal Prep (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

What to do when you don't have time to fix something. Come share some time with our resident chef, Melissa, and she will show you some great ideas and techniques on preparing meals to freeze and use at a moments notice.  You will get to be a part of the preparations and, the best part,

The First Year: Getting Your Baby to Sleep & Crying (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

When baby don’t sleep, mama don’t sleep, either! It’s hard getting your baby to sleep long enough so you can get adequate sleep, too! Why do babies sleep for such short stretches of time, and when can you expect yours to sleep through the night? What is a normal sleep cycle, and what makes a

Parenting Without Shame: Boundaries

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Boundaries are those invisible barriers that we establish in relationships in order to protect what we value. They impact all areas of our lives. But boundaries don’t just happen, they have to be taught and internalized. Learn about the different types of boundaries, how to nurture them in your child, why they are important to

The First Year: Infant Accidents (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Bringing a new baby home is exciting. But keeping them safe can be stressful! As they grow, they begin to kick and push with their legs, grab at things, roll over, and crawl. These exciting milestones can cause you lots of worries about keeping your baby safe. We will discuss how to prevent and plan