Our office supports integrative medicine and firmly believes that a full body approach to treating each patient is very important. We support all Holistic Practioners and work with them to achieve this goal for each patient.
Classes at Preferred Pediatrics
Preferred Pediatrics is thrilled to share the addition of the following classes to the office:
- The Lunch Bunch:
An introduction to the concepts of breastfeeding for the Mom-to-be that will continue as a breastfeeding support group postpartum.
Thursday, July 15th, 1-2pm
Saturday, July 17th, 10-11am
Thursday, August 19th, 1-2pm
Saturday, August 21st, 10-11am
Taught by Trish Kramer, R.N., CHHC, ACCECost: $75
- Holistic Birthing Class:
Preferred Pediatrics Birthing Classes are held in a soothing, comfortable environment. Class registration is limited to six couples. Classes will provide a step by step guide to help prepare you for childbirth and will empower you to gain confidence and trust your inner wisdom to make informed decisions about birth, breastfeeding and parenting.
Bring snacks, water and 2 pillows and dress comfortably.
Saturday, July 31st, 9-4pm
Saturday, August 28th, 9-4pm
Taught by Trish Kramer, R.N., CHHC, ACCECost: $150/per couple
- Baby's First Massage:
Come join a group session of babies and caregivers as we teach you different baby cues and what you can do to assist your baby through simple massage techniques.
Monday, July 12th, 10-11am
Monday, August 16th, 10-11am
Monday, September 13th, 10-11am
Monday, October 18th, 10-11am
Monday, November 15th, 10-11am
Monday, December 13th, 10-11am
Taught by Siobhan Lambardi, M.S., L.M.T.Cost: $50/per couple, $80/Private lesson at home
- CPR/First Aid Classes:
Learn life saving CPR techniques for infants and children and learn how to prevent, recognize and treat childhood emergencies.
Monday, May 3rd, 6:15 to 9:15pm
Monday, June 14th, 6:15 to 9:15pm
Monday, July 12th, 6:15 to 9:15pm
Monday, August 23rd, 6:15 to 9:15pm
Taught by Kathy Collier, Certified CPR Instructor
Cost: $65/per person with a $10 Registration fee.
- Things you can do to avoid an unnecessary Cesarean:
With Connecticut having a 34.6% cesarean section rate, the question 'How can I prevent a cesarean?' goes through the mind of a lot of mothers, whether this is your first, or fifth baby. ICAN of Connecticut has come up with a great informational class with easy steps to show you lots of things you can do to help prevent your birth from turning into a cesarean section!
Wednesday, July 21st, 6:30-8pm
Tuesday, August 17th, 6:30-8pm
Saturday, August 28th, 12-1:30pm
Wednesday, September 15th, 6:30-8pm
Saturday, September 25th, 12-1:30pm
Taught by Danielle Elwood, Chapter Leader ICAN of ConnecticutCost: $20/ per couple
Classes fill up quickly so please calll the office at (203) 874-2800 for any questions and to sign up for one of our classes.