The Parent Collective
Hartsdale, NY
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About The Parent Collective
Bio
The Parent Collective offers both virtual & in-person prenatal education tailored to help expectant couples build a local support network. Inspired by the UK's NCT, which has been supporting parents for 80 years, our classes are designed to sort participants by community & due date, fostering connections that last well into early parenthood. Join us in CT, NY, NJ, CA & on zoom for our prenatal series. We also provide virtual classes for labor & delivery, feeding, baby care, & postpartum prep.
Q&A
Q: How much experience do you have?
A: All of our classes are taught by nurses & certified nurse midwives to ensure you receive evidenced-based and judgement-free information to help you feel empowered to be successful, whatever their choices for birth or caring for their baby may be.
Q: What locations or areas do you serve?
A: We offer virtual classes in labor & delivery prep, breast & bottle feeding, new baby care, & postpartum prep. Our in person series, designed to help expectant couples find local community are currently running in Westchester County NY, NYC, Fairfield County CT, Union County NJ, and Los Angeles CA.
Q: What drew you into working with parents-to-be?
A: Finding in person community to weather new parenthood is essential. So many new mothers feel isolated. Their identities shift overnight and it is so impactful to have other women experiencing the same unmooring feelings to brave the transition with. We want to help mothers find those friendships while they still feel like themselves.
Q: What's your favorite past client story?
A: I ran into a mom in a coffeeshop recently and she said she had taken one of our classes and how much they meant to her. She then pulled out her phone and showed me one of her contacts (which was her best mom friend) who was still listed years later as 'Amy TPC' because they had met through our classes. Those stories always give me chills. ❤️
The Parent Collective: Postpartum Prep Class
Postpartum Planning
Description
Postpartum is a time of significant physical, emotional and relational change. This class will provide guidance on what to expect in terms of your physical healing and adjustment to life as a new parent. You will leave this course full of practical tips and the confidence that comes with knowing what to expect in your postpartum season. It is highly recommended that partners take this course together.
Pricing Description
$75
The Parent Collective: Breast & Bottle Feeding
Breastfeeding Classes
Description
In this live zoom class, you will receive information to help you get off to the best possible start with feeding. We cover breastfeeding and bottle feeding, including latching on, pumping, milk storage, getting on a feeding schedule, and how to manage problems that may arise.
All of our classes are taught by nurses and midwives and our classes are evidence-based and judgment-free.
Pricing Description
$50
The Parent Collective: New Baby Care
Newborn Care Classes
Description
In this live zoom class, you will receive information including what to expect right after your baby is born, tips for soothing, sleep, simplifying your life, finding the best pediatrician for your family, and managing the postpartum transition. This session also includes demos for diapering, swaddling, burping and bathing your baby.
All of our classes are taught by nurses & midwives and our curriculum is evidence-based & judgment-free.
Pricing Description
$50
The Parent Collective: Virtual Prenatal Series
Birth Classes
Description
This series is designed for couples to both learn & socialize, over the course of a four-week period. There will be an additional gathering after babies are born with a date to be determined by each group. Each prenatal session is 2 hours with ample time for discussion and relationship building. Topics covered include labor & delivery, breast & bottle feeding, new baby care & postpartum transition. All classes are taught by nurses and midwives
Pricing Description
$400
The Parent Collective In Person Prenatal Series
Birth Classes
Description
New parenthood can be lonely. We want to help!
Join our IN PERSON prenatal education series designed to help create community among other local expectant parents due at the same time as you.
Our 5 week series, taught by nurses and midwives, provides all the information you need to feel empowered to be successful in your preferred birthing and parenting choices without the extras that leave you feeling overwhelmed. See site for locations
Pricing Description
$400 - $500 depending on location
$400: CT, NJ, NY (except NYC), PA, TX
$500: CA & New York City
The Parent Collective: Labor & Delivery Prep
Birth Classes
Description
In this live zoom class, you will learn what to expect in late stages of pregnancy, labor and delivery, relaxation techniques to help you through the early stages of labor, c-sections, and options for pain management.
All of our classes are taught by nurses & midwives and information you will receive is evidence-based, and judgement-free.
Pricing Description
$75
The Parent Collective: Labor Breathwork
Birth Classes
Description
Join Franciska Farkas, Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, Registered Yoga Teacher, and Full Spectrum Doula, for an empowering class focused on harnessing the power of breath for nervous system regulation and effective labor support. Explore the physiological birth process and learn practical breathing and meditation techniques to support you during labor.
Pricing Description
$40
The Parent Collective: First Aid
Newborn Care Classes
Description
Being prepared for emergencies with your baby is essential. Our first aid class will teach you first aid skills from the comfort of your home so you can feel confident in an emergency. Topics include:
- Basic first aid for injuries like bleeding, falls, burns, and poisoning
- How to deal with medical concerns like fever, choking, rashes, bug bites and allergic reactions
- How to administer medications and other treatments safely
Pricing Description
$50
Mastering Milestones, Tummy Time, and All Things Development
Play
Description
It’s easy to become overwhelmed when thinking about your baby’s development. What should my baby be doing at this age and what should we expect next? Is this movement normal? How can I help my baby enjoy tummy time for longer? What are the best toys to use at this age? If you have any of questions regarding development or if you are just interested in learning more, than this class is for you!
Pricing Description
$40
