ECFE is your source for the information and support you need during all those incredible firsts . Babies ’ classes are a collection of courses focused on the essential topics you need to know as a new parent .

All ‘ Newborn ’, ‘ Babies ’ and ‘ Ones ’ classes are non-separating which means that parents / caregivers and children remain together for the entire class .

Newborn Parenting ( Birth to 12 weeks )

Parents , caregivers and babies , birth to 12 weeks , are invited to join us for our Newborn Parenting series . This is an opportunity for weekly baby weight checks , to connect with other new parents , ask questions , or talk about concerns , gain professional advice , laugh , cry , and talk about life with your new baby . Classes are led by a licensed Parent and Family Educator along with guest speakers including WIC , Public Health , Lactation , Pediatrics , Early Intervention and Mental Health . Start anytime and come as many times as you like until your little one is 12 weeks old . Pre-registration is not required , but it does help us be more prepared . And , best of all , it ’ s FREE !

Babies

( Birth through 10 months )

Join other families to play and learn in a baby-safe environment . Babies will have fun with activities and songs . Parenting discussions will focus on your child ’ s age and development , early learning activities , sleeping and eating . Parents / caregivers and babies remain together for the entire class . Come learn , laugh , and connect with other families who are sharing the same experience .

Infant & Toddler Massage ( Birth up to 16 months ) Infant & Toddler Massage is led by a Certified Infant Massage Instructor / ECFE teacher . Learn all the ways that infant massage / touch can benefit your child and you as a parent . Each week we will try various massage strokes and combine the time with child development / parenting topics . Massage can lead to lifelong benefits ! Along with massage , you will also learn valuable baby sign language for communicating with your child .

Ones ( 11 to 23 months )

Your little ones will love exploring in a child-friendly environment discovering sensory activities along with songs and movements . Learning activities are planned for children on the move . Parenting discussions include responding to new behaviors and interests , language and brain development , and motor abilities along with other topics to help support you and your child . Come learn , laugh , and connect with other parents who are sharing the same experience .

Babies , Ones & Toddlers ( Birth through 18 months ) Your little ones will love exploring in a child-friendly environment discovering sensory activities along with songs and movements . Babies and toddlers will have fun with activities and songs . Parenting discussions will focus on your child ’ s age and development , early learning activities , sleeping and eating . Parents / caregivers and babies remain together for the entire class .

NO ECFE Classes : Jan . 17 , 20 , Feb . 17-18 , Mar . 7

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