the in person
the in person course description:
In the world of online classes this is a completely different class because it's IN PERSON!! This class is two hours long with the intent on teaching you the hands on skills you'll need when having a baby. If there is something you want to learn that you don't see you can email Sarah before the class and she'll add your requested skill to the class content. The other participants will thank you!
By joining us, you can expect to walk away with the following:
Labour and birthing positions to help support your labour to be as efficient and productive as possible.
Tricks to help with pain in labour (counter pressure, TENS machine placement, sterile water injections, hot and cold packs).
Monitoring in labour (what does it look like and feel to have an IV, epidural and external/internal fetal monitoring)
Breast/Chest feeding positions and the general basics of getting a deep latch.
How to bottle feed and what is PACE feeding?
How to diaper a newborn and manage those poop blow outs!
How to swaddle a newborn.
The basics of how to bathe a newborn.
How to hold a baby to relieve gas and create comfort.
Car seat basics so you can feel confident your kid will stay in their seat! (We have a car seat for demonstration)
Bring your baby wrap and we can help you learn how to use it!
This class is best taken after you have attended The Prenatal Class and/or The Newborn class.
For this class each participant/couple should bring a doll or a stuffed animal that they can use to practice on. We will supply all the other props to learn with.
If you already have a baby feel free to bring them!!
how to register:
Please email Sarah Leslie at SarahLeslieRM@gmail.com to sign up or use the contact page for more information. Include the date of the course you are interested in and who you are receiving pregnancy/birth care from i.e. midwifery clinic, OB or family doctor.
This 2 hour in person class costs $50 per couple or $25 per person. If you are unable to pay, let Sarah know and we can see about reducing your cost or waiving the class fee. You can e-transfer to SarahLeslieRM@gmail.com to secure your spot in the class.
where does the in person class take place?
The Midwives’ Clinic of East York-Don Mills
Directions by TTC and our parking information is below.
Parking at The Midwives' Clinic of East York Don Mills:
Parking at our clinic is free.
We have a small parking lot on the east side of the building. We have a large parking lot on the west side of the building. The entrance for this parking lot is at the back of the building and up a ramp. There is parking at the back of the building but this is for people who are visiting the residents of the building. You can park there as well although it is often full and it is further to walk.
TTC Directions from Pape Station:
Take the subway to Pape Station on the Bloor-Danforth Subway line.
At Pape Station board the #25 Don Mills North bus or #81 Thorncliffe Park bus.
Ride the bus to Millwood and Overlea – the clinic will be on your right.
TTC Directions from Broadview Station:
Take the subway to Broadview Station on the Bloor-Danforth subway line.
At Broadview Station board the #100 Flemingdon Park bus.
Ride the bus to Millwood and Overlea – the clinic will be on your right.
TTC Directions from St Clair Station:
Take the subway to St Clair Station on the Yonge subway line.
At St Clair Station board the #88 South Leaside bus.
Ride the bus to Millwood and Overlea – the clinic will be on your right.
the in person upcoming classes:
Sun, May 26, 2024: 3pm - 5:30pm *FULL*
Sun, Jun 2, 2024: 3pm - 5:30pm
Sun, Jun 23, 2024: 9:30am - 12pm
Mon, Jun 24, 2024: 6pm to 8:30pm
Sun, July 7, 2024: 10am - 12:30pm
Thurs, July 18, 2024: 6pm - 8:30pm
Sun, Aug 11, 2024: 4pm - 6:30pm
Mon, Aug 26, 2024: 6pm - 8:30pm
Friday, Sept 6, 2024: 6pm - 8:30pm
Sat, Sept 21, 2024: 10am - 12:30pm
Sat, Oct 26, 2024: 10am - 12:30pm
testimonals for the in person
The In Person class with Sarah was such an informative and tangible class! We had taken zoom classes, and this in person class made so much of a difference. We were able to see the actual equipment and procedures used at Michael Garron and learned some practical tips and strategies for pain management, especially birthing and labouring positions. This class also had the perfect balance of useful topics during labour, but also teaching you tangible skills once you take the baby home. If you are looking for an introduction to a wide range of topics, and are a hands on/tactile learner - this class is for you!
Erika
My partner and I really enjoyed the In Person class. Sarah was warm and engaging, and even though there was so much information to take in, the hands on format of the class (and Sarah!) made the information all very digestible. The live demonstrations and adjustments were invaluable. Being able to feed off of other participants' questions and comments was very helpful as well, and that's something we would not have had in a virtual class.
'Parent of the Midwives Clinic'
We found The In Person class helpful and would highly recommend it to other parents. Sarah is very experienced, knowledgeable, passionate and patient, and we learned a lot from her. We left the class feeling more comfortable, confident and better ready for baby's arrival.
Sunita & Shawn