St. Croix Birth & Parenting LLC
Services
Get your breastfeeding questions answered! Please schedule a free Mothering Consultation first, if we have not yet met for counseling with this baby.
For current breastfeeding counseling clients: Meet for a breastfeeding counseling appointment in person at your location.
For current breastfeeding counseling clients: Meet for a breastfeeding counseling appointment in person at your location.
Get your breastfeeding questions answered! Please schedule a free Mothering Consultation first, if we have not yet met for counseling with this baby.
For current breastfeeding counseling clients: Meet for a breastfeeding counseling appointment virtually, by phone or video appointment.
For current breastfeeding counseling clients: Meet for a breastfeeding counseling appointment virtually, by phone or video appointment.
Get your questions answered! Whether you have questions about fertility, pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, or family life, give us a call! If you're interested in exploring the possibility of having Christelle as your birth doula, schedule your free consultation now!
Considering having a birth doula to support you during your birth? During this free consultation, we will meet face to face to get to know each other, talk about your vision for your birth, and discuss if I am a good fit for your birth. Ways I can support you include: physical support, massage, natural birth techniques, guiding relaxation and visualization, emotional support, faith-based support, herbal care, and providing evidence-based information about your choices. I will help you clarify and communicate your birth vision to ensure you receive support in whatever ways are most important to you!
Classes
In this class, we will cover the basics of natural childbirth. If you and your birth partner need a basic understanding of the process of natural childbirth, and can only take one birth class before the big day, this is the one!
*Learn what a normal, natural childbirth is, and why it is important for you and your baby, both in the short-term and the long-term
*Discuss what the process of natural birth is and how natural births may feel
*Get tips for how to help your body naturally progress from having your baby in-womb to in-arms
*Get a list of steps to take that will maximize the likelihood of a successful natural birth
*Discuss possible obstacles to a natural childbirth and make a game plan for overcoming them
*View several natural births so that you know what it might be like for you
You are welcome to take the class as an individual or as a couple. If you are taking the class as part of a couple, register BOTH the male and the female participants to save both your spots!
Please look for your confirmation and required registration forms from info@stcroixbirth.com. Check your spam/junk folders if you do not receive your email within one business day.
If you have any questions that haven't yet been answered, please contact us. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you in class!
*Learn what a normal, natural childbirth is, and why it is important for you and your baby, both in the short-term and the long-term
*Discuss what the process of natural birth is and how natural births may feel
*Get tips for how to help your body naturally progress from having your baby in-womb to in-arms
*Get a list of steps to take that will maximize the likelihood of a successful natural birth
*Discuss possible obstacles to a natural childbirth and make a game plan for overcoming them
*View several natural births so that you know what it might be like for you
You are welcome to take the class as an individual or as a couple. If you are taking the class as part of a couple, register BOTH the male and the female participants to save both your spots!
Please look for your confirmation and required registration forms from info@stcroixbirth.com. Check your spam/junk folders if you do not receive your email within one business day.
If you have any questions that haven't yet been answered, please contact us. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you in class!
No worries, Dad! This class is designed just for dads and other birth partners (and the expectant mom), so that you will learn how to best support her natural childbirth in ways that you will find comfortable. The pressure's off!
*Discuss how prepared you may (or may not) be for the big day and learn ways to get better prepared
*Review the process of natural birth and learn emotional cues that most birthing women send so that you can tell where she is in the birthing process (especially helpful so that you know when to go to your birth place or call your midwife, if you are planning a home birth)
*Talk about different styles of birthing support and identify your style
*Identify the style of support she most prefers and make plans for how to help her get the help she needs
*Learn a large variety of tools and tricks to help her during the birth
*Discuss normal variations of birth and what you can do to help her in those situations
You are welcome to take the class as an individual or as a couple. If you are taking the class as part of a couple, register BOTH the male and the female participants to save both your spots!
Please look for your confirmation and required registration forms from info@stcroixbirth.com. Check your spam/junk folders if you do not receive your email within one business day.
If you have any questions that haven't yet been answered, please contact us. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you in class!
*Discuss how prepared you may (or may not) be for the big day and learn ways to get better prepared
*Review the process of natural birth and learn emotional cues that most birthing women send so that you can tell where she is in the birthing process (especially helpful so that you know when to go to your birth place or call your midwife, if you are planning a home birth)
*Talk about different styles of birthing support and identify your style
*Identify the style of support she most prefers and make plans for how to help her get the help she needs
*Learn a large variety of tools and tricks to help her during the birth
*Discuss normal variations of birth and what you can do to help her in those situations
You are welcome to take the class as an individual or as a couple. If you are taking the class as part of a couple, register BOTH the male and the female participants to save both your spots!
Please look for your confirmation and required registration forms from info@stcroixbirth.com. Check your spam/junk folders if you do not receive your email within one business day.
If you have any questions that haven't yet been answered, please contact us. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you in class!
You may not be a mermaid, but giving birth surrounded by warm, soothing water is not only safe for most moms and babies, but has lots of other benefits for both the birthing mom and baby. This class outlines why and how you can have a safe, comfortable birth in water.
*Learn which moms and babies will benefit the most from birthing in water--and how water can help you throughout the birthing process, even if you do not choose to birth your baby in water
*Get the low-down on the history of waterbirth and why it has been a growing trend among those who want a natural childbirth
*Learn the many benefits of waterbirth for mamas and babies, as well as the possible risks, and ways to minimize the risks
*View several waterbirths and learn what a waterbirth feels like, and how it is different from giving birth on land
*Get tips on the best way to a successful natural childbirth using water and how birth partners can help her during a waterbirth
*Discuss possible obstacles to waterbirth and make a game plan for overcoming them
*Learn how to adapt a landbirth to make it more 'natural childbirth friendly' if a waterbirth becomes a choice that is not the best for you or your baby
You are welcome to take the class as an individual or as a couple. If you are taking the class as part of a couple, register BOTH the male and the female participants to save both your spots!
Please look for your confirmation and required registration forms from info@stcroixbirth.com. Check your spam/junk folders if you do not receive your email within one business day.
If you have any questions that haven't yet been answered, please contact us. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you in class!
*Learn which moms and babies will benefit the most from birthing in water--and how water can help you throughout the birthing process, even if you do not choose to birth your baby in water
*Get the low-down on the history of waterbirth and why it has been a growing trend among those who want a natural childbirth
*Learn the many benefits of waterbirth for mamas and babies, as well as the possible risks, and ways to minimize the risks
*View several waterbirths and learn what a waterbirth feels like, and how it is different from giving birth on land
*Get tips on the best way to a successful natural childbirth using water and how birth partners can help her during a waterbirth
*Discuss possible obstacles to waterbirth and make a game plan for overcoming them
*Learn how to adapt a landbirth to make it more 'natural childbirth friendly' if a waterbirth becomes a choice that is not the best for you or your baby
You are welcome to take the class as an individual or as a couple. If you are taking the class as part of a couple, register BOTH the male and the female participants to save both your spots!
Please look for your confirmation and required registration forms from info@stcroixbirth.com. Check your spam/junk folders if you do not receive your email within one business day.
If you have any questions that haven't yet been answered, please contact us. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you in class!
If you and your baby are healthy, expecting a normal birth, and hoping for a natural birth, homebirth is a wonderful choice. But homebirth isn't right for everyone. This class discusses the three different birth place options: home, free-standing birth center, and hospital-based birth center. Learn how to set the stage for your natural birth, no matter where you plan to give birth.
*Learn how your deep-seated beliefs about both home and hospital can influence the hormones orchestrating your birthing process
*Compare and contrast the pros and cons of all three types of birth places
*View births that occur at home, in a free-standing (independent) birth center, and a hospital
*Get valuable tips on how to prepare for a natural birth, no matter where you're planning to give birth
*Brainstorm ways to discuss your birthplace decision with loved ones
*Discuss possible obstacles to a natural birth that can occur in the various birth place options, and how to overcome those obstacles
*Learn what happens if a transfer of care (from home or indepedent birth center to hospital) becomes necessary
*Leave class either feeling reassured and confident in your choice of birthplace, or know what to do if you want to explore other possibilities
Important: Please add info@stcroixbirth.com to your contacts. After you submit your registration, you should receive a confirmation email from a staff member. If you do not receive a confirmation email within 2 business days, check your spam / junk folders or call +1 651-403-3556.
Thanks for letting us be part of your journey to parenthood!
*Learn how your deep-seated beliefs about both home and hospital can influence the hormones orchestrating your birthing process
*Compare and contrast the pros and cons of all three types of birth places
*View births that occur at home, in a free-standing (independent) birth center, and a hospital
*Get valuable tips on how to prepare for a natural birth, no matter where you're planning to give birth
*Brainstorm ways to discuss your birthplace decision with loved ones
*Discuss possible obstacles to a natural birth that can occur in the various birth place options, and how to overcome those obstacles
*Learn what happens if a transfer of care (from home or indepedent birth center to hospital) becomes necessary
*Leave class either feeling reassured and confident in your choice of birthplace, or know what to do if you want to explore other possibilities
Important: Please add info@stcroixbirth.com to your contacts. After you submit your registration, you should receive a confirmation email from a staff member. If you do not receive a confirmation email within 2 business days, check your spam / junk folders or call +1 651-403-3556.
Thanks for letting us be part of your journey to parenthood!
If there is one area that divides parents and professionals in the birth world, it is the topic of interventions! Some may over-use technology, which may benefit a few, but will actually interfere with and hinder the natural birthing process of many. Others may cling so tightly to the dream of a completely "natural childbirth" that they may refuse an intervention that could be of genuine assistance in the case of a birth that has veered off course. In this class, we give parents a step-by-step process for identifying when interventions may be helpful so that, should interventions prove necessary, you will feel confident that you and your health care provider made the right decision.
*Review in brief the process of a normal, natural childbirth, and why it is important for you and your baby, both in the short-term and the long-term
*Discuss situations in which interventions may be helpful to return a particular birth to a more normal course
*List natural alternatives to common interventions so that you will have plenty of tricks to try before deciding to go forward with a medical intervention
*Understand common procedures and interventions that are used during childbirth, including their potential benefits and possible risks, with plenty of time for YOUR questions!
*Discuss unexpected outcomes that may occur and get resources you can use should you face an unexpected outcome
*Leave feeling confident that you can discern why and when interventions may be helpful to keep your birth as normal and natural as possible
You are welcome to take the class as an individual or as a couple. If you are taking the class as part of a couple, register BOTH the male and the female participants to save both your spots!
Please look for your confirmation and required registration forms from info@stcroixbirth.com. Check your spam/junk folders if you do not receive your email within one business day.
If you have any questions that haven't yet been answered, please contact us. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you in class!
*Review in brief the process of a normal, natural childbirth, and why it is important for you and your baby, both in the short-term and the long-term
*Discuss situations in which interventions may be helpful to return a particular birth to a more normal course
*List natural alternatives to common interventions so that you will have plenty of tricks to try before deciding to go forward with a medical intervention
*Understand common procedures and interventions that are used during childbirth, including their potential benefits and possible risks, with plenty of time for YOUR questions!
*Discuss unexpected outcomes that may occur and get resources you can use should you face an unexpected outcome
*Leave feeling confident that you can discern why and when interventions may be helpful to keep your birth as normal and natural as possible
You are welcome to take the class as an individual or as a couple. If you are taking the class as part of a couple, register BOTH the male and the female participants to save both your spots!
Please look for your confirmation and required registration forms from info@stcroixbirth.com. Check your spam/junk folders if you do not receive your email within one business day.
If you have any questions that haven't yet been answered, please contact us. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you in class!
This workshop is a fun, hands-on way to prepare for your upcoming birth. You will learn about--and practice--a huge variety of tips, tricks and techniques that you can use to "fill up your (birth) toolbox." While you probably won't need or want to use them all, it certainly can't hurt to have lots of different options that you can use to make your natural childbirth as comfortable and efficient as possible!
*Learn how relaxation can help you have a much more comfortable and efficient birth
*Discuss what you find relaxing so you can mentally prepare yourself to use relaxation techniques that are most likely to work for you
*Practice a huge variety of natural childbirth techniques
Practice together so that the expectant dad (or other birth partner) also knows how to use the techniques
*Get a booklet that reviews all of the techniques we will practice in the workshop that you can use as a "cheat sheet" during your birth
*Plenty of time for your questions about birth!
You are welcome to take the class as an individual or as a couple. If you are taking the class as part of a couple, register BOTH the male and the female participants to save both your spots!
Please look for your confirmation and required registration forms from info@stcroixbirth.com. Check your spam/junk folders if you do not receive your email within one business day.
If you have any questions that haven't yet been answered, please contact us. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you in class!
*Learn how relaxation can help you have a much more comfortable and efficient birth
*Discuss what you find relaxing so you can mentally prepare yourself to use relaxation techniques that are most likely to work for you
*Practice a huge variety of natural childbirth techniques
Practice together so that the expectant dad (or other birth partner) also knows how to use the techniques
*Get a booklet that reviews all of the techniques we will practice in the workshop that you can use as a "cheat sheet" during your birth
*Plenty of time for your questions about birth!
You are welcome to take the class as an individual or as a couple. If you are taking the class as part of a couple, register BOTH the male and the female participants to save both your spots!
Please look for your confirmation and required registration forms from info@stcroixbirth.com. Check your spam/junk folders if you do not receive your email within one business day.
If you have any questions that haven't yet been answered, please contact us. Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you in class!
Book
Birth Together: The Complete Catholic Parenting Course (Class 1 of 9)
. Duration:2 hrs··. Price:$320
Understanding the natural process of birth is just the beginning of what you will learn during the Complete Catholic Parenting Course. Packed with helpful information and practical skills, this online course is rich in Scripture and thought-provoking discussions of childbearing in the light of your vocations as Christian spouses and parents.
Christelle's completely updated signature parenting course for growing Catholic parents, Birth Together is a nine-week online or in-person course featuring Christelle's evidence-based "Birth Together" relaxation method that can be used in any birth setting. The "Birth Together" method is the first birth method that incorporates both husband and wife working together to birth your baby in ways that fit your unique personalities. This course covers everything from healthy pregnancy, natural birth techniques, breastfeeding, newborn care, and responsive parenting, with lots of important discussions based in our rich Catholic tradition!
Classes generally meet three times per month to allow for sicknesses, holidays, etc.
While we recommend you take this course with your spouse, you are welcome to take the course as an individual if that works best for you. The fee covers both the birthing mother and your spouse (or the birth companion of your choice).
Christelle's completely updated signature parenting course for growing Catholic parents, Birth Together is a nine-week online or in-person course featuring Christelle's evidence-based "Birth Together" relaxation method that can be used in any birth setting. The "Birth Together" method is the first birth method that incorporates both husband and wife working together to birth your baby in ways that fit your unique personalities. This course covers everything from healthy pregnancy, natural birth techniques, breastfeeding, newborn care, and responsive parenting, with lots of important discussions based in our rich Catholic tradition!
Classes generally meet three times per month to allow for sicknesses, holidays, etc.
While we recommend you take this course with your spouse, you are welcome to take the course as an individual if that works best for you. The fee covers both the birthing mother and your spouse (or the birth companion of your choice).
Book
Birth Together: The Complete Catholic Parenting Course (Sessions 2-9)
. Duration:2 hrs··. Price:Free
Understanding the natural process of birth is just the beginning of what you will learn during the Complete Catholic Parenting Course. Packed with helpful information and practical skills, this online course is rich in Scripture and thought-provoking discussions of childbearing in the light of your vocations as Christian spouses and parents.
Christelle's completely updated signature parenting course for growing Catholic parents, Birth Together is a nine-week online or in-person course featuring Christelle's evidence-based "Birth Together" relaxation method that can be used in any birth setting. The "Birth Together" method is the first birth method that incorporates both husband and wife working together to birth your baby in ways that fit your unique personalities. This course covers everything from healthy pregnancy, natural birth techniques, breastfeeding, newborn care, and responsive parenting, with lots of important discussions based in our rich Catholic tradition!
Classes generally meet three times per month to allow for sicknesses, holidays, etc.
While we recommend you take this course with your spouse, you are welcome to take the course as an individual if that works best for you. The fee covers both the birthing mother and your spouse (or the birth companion of your choice).
The cost of this session is included in the series.
Christelle's completely updated signature parenting course for growing Catholic parents, Birth Together is a nine-week online or in-person course featuring Christelle's evidence-based "Birth Together" relaxation method that can be used in any birth setting. The "Birth Together" method is the first birth method that incorporates both husband and wife working together to birth your baby in ways that fit your unique personalities. This course covers everything from healthy pregnancy, natural birth techniques, breastfeeding, newborn care, and responsive parenting, with lots of important discussions based in our rich Catholic tradition!
Classes generally meet three times per month to allow for sicknesses, holidays, etc.
While we recommend you take this course with your spouse, you are welcome to take the course as an individual if that works best for you. The fee covers both the birthing mother and your spouse (or the birth companion of your choice).
The cost of this session is included in the series.
Our free online Catholic mothers' breastfeeding support group meets once a month. Get breastfeeding support from professionally trained, supportive, experienced breastfeeding mothers! Co-hosted with the Catholic Nursing Mothers' League.
Prepare for breastfeeding success!
This two hour online class teaches the 7 "natural laws" of breastfeeding that give you the tools to establish breastfeeding successfully. You will learn:
* how your birth impacts your nursing relationship, and how to get a good start, no matter what your birth is like
* the 7 Natural Laws of Breastfeeding, based on the excellent breastfeeding guide, Breastfeeding Made Simple, by Nancy Mohrbacher, IBCLC, and Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, Ph.D., IBCLC (used by permission)
* laid back breastfeeding and how to hold your baby to encourage her natural nursing behaviors
* how to promote healthy, comfortable nursing and an abundant milk supply
You are welcome to take the class as an individual or as a couple. If you are taking the class as part of a couple, register BOTH the male and the female participants to save both your spots! The price of the class is for the expectant mother. The companion of her choice may attend at no further cost.
This two hour online class teaches the 7 "natural laws" of breastfeeding that give you the tools to establish breastfeeding successfully. You will learn:
* how your birth impacts your nursing relationship, and how to get a good start, no matter what your birth is like
* the 7 Natural Laws of Breastfeeding, based on the excellent breastfeeding guide, Breastfeeding Made Simple, by Nancy Mohrbacher, IBCLC, and Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, Ph.D., IBCLC (used by permission)
* laid back breastfeeding and how to hold your baby to encourage her natural nursing behaviors
* how to promote healthy, comfortable nursing and an abundant milk supply
You are welcome to take the class as an individual or as a couple. If you are taking the class as part of a couple, register BOTH the male and the female participants to save both your spots! The price of the class is for the expectant mother. The companion of her choice may attend at no further cost.
Make Tummy Time fun for your baby! This online playgroup style Baby Signs class features fun songs, activities, tips for helping your baby's development and more to make tummy time a joyful experience for you and your baby!
For a parent or caregiver and your baby or babies, 0-6 months old. No extra charge for twins, triplets, or more!
Four classes, 45 minutes each
(Cost is for all four classes, not for one class!)
Important: Please add info@stcroixbirth.com to your contacts. After you submit your registration, you should receive a confirmation email from a staff member. If you do not receive a confirmation email within 2 business days, check your spam / junk folders or call +1 651-403-3556.
For a parent or caregiver and your baby or babies, 0-6 months old. No extra charge for twins, triplets, or more!
Four classes, 45 minutes each
(Cost is for all four classes, not for one class!)
Important: Please add info@stcroixbirth.com to your contacts. After you submit your registration, you should receive a confirmation email from a staff member. If you do not receive a confirmation email within 2 business days, check your spam / junk folders or call +1 651-403-3556.
Make Tummy Time fun for your baby! This online playgroup style Baby Signs class features fun songs, activities, tips for helping your baby's development and more to make tummy time a joyful experience for you and your baby!
For a parent or caregiver and your baby or babies, 0-6 months old. No extra charge for twins, triplets, or more!
Four classes, 45 minutes each
The cost of this class was included in the series.
For a parent or caregiver and your baby or babies, 0-6 months old. No extra charge for twins, triplets, or more!
Four classes, 45 minutes each
The cost of this class was included in the series.
These six fun 45-minute theme-based online classes are designed for parent or caregiver to attend with baby. Themes include: Mealtime, Bedtime, Bath Time, Getting Dressed, Pets, and Playtime.
If you take all six classes, you will learn:
*37 useful signs to help you communicate with your hearing, pre-verbal baby, through fun songs, stories & activities
*simple ways you can help your baby's intellectual development
You do not need any sign language experience to benefit from and enjoy these classes! Great for babies 6 to 24 months and their parent or caregiver!
If you take all six classes, you will learn:
*37 useful signs to help you communicate with your hearing, pre-verbal baby, through fun songs, stories & activities
*simple ways you can help your baby's intellectual development
You do not need any sign language experience to benefit from and enjoy these classes! Great for babies 6 to 24 months and their parent or caregiver!
These six fun 45-minute theme-based online classes are designed for parent or caregiver to attend with baby. Themes include: Mealtime, Bedtime, Bath Time, Getting Dressed, Pets, and Playtime.
If you take all six classes, you will learn:
*37 useful signs to help you communicate with your hearing, pre-verbal baby, through fun songs, stories & activities
*simple ways you can help your baby's intellectual development
You do not need any sign language experience to benefit from and enjoy these classes! Great for babies 6 to 24 months and their parent or caregiver!
The cost of this class was included in the series.
If you take all six classes, you will learn:
*37 useful signs to help you communicate with your hearing, pre-verbal baby, through fun songs, stories & activities
*simple ways you can help your baby's intellectual development
You do not need any sign language experience to benefit from and enjoy these classes! Great for babies 6 to 24 months and their parent or caregiver!
The cost of this class was included in the series.
Discover your baby's hidden talents! Learn surprising things your baby can already do and how you can foster those early abilities. This interactive parent and baby class will introduce you to insights from the best-selling book Baby Minds, by baby sign language pioneers and baby development experts, Drs. Acredolo and Goodwyn, all in the context of fun songs and activities.
It's a potty party and you're invited! This class provides a fun way to introduce the concept of potty training within an entertaining and interactive class. Children will learn potty signs, sing songs, and hear stories about using the potty. There are ideas for parents for how to start and stay motivated with potty training, as well as information about the Baby Signs Potty Training program! Recommended for tots ages 1-4 years. Younger babies welcome if you are interested in learning about infant potty introduction (sometimes called "elimination communication").
Good manners do more than impress people. They also express gratitude and promote positive interactions. Help your child learn important social skills while learning simple signs for favorite foods. Come learn about Manners, Mealtime and More in this one-time class! The children will enjoy songs, games, and crafts, while exploring the topic of manners. Recommended for kids ages 18 months to 5 years.
Parents often worry about how to help their child adjust to the idea and reality of a new baby in the home. This class is designed to give children fun, developmentally appropriate activities that they can do with the new baby at home. During the class itself, children will play games, sing songs, learn signs they can use to communicate with and about the baby, read a story, and make a special craft. In addition, parents will receive simple tips to help them promote positive sibling relations.
Perfect for siblings 2-5 years, and their new little brothers or sisters, still in the womb to 6 months old.
Perfect for siblings 2-5 years, and their new little brothers or sisters, still in the womb to 6 months old.
This autumn-themed class will help your little one enjoy the change of seasons! Pumpkins, falling leaves, new vibrant colors...autumn brings so much for your little one to see and experience and this class will give him or her new ways to communicate with you about the wonders of fall! Designed for little ones ages 6-24 months old and their parent or caregiver.
Counting down the days until Christmas is a great incentive to learn to count backwards! In the FREE online Baby Signs class "3, 2, 1, Count on Fun," kids 2 1/2 - 5 years old will get into the Advent spirit while learning numbers 10 to 1! This Advent-themed class will get your little ones eager for Christmas!
Book
October St Croix Mamas: Mother Nurture...Self-Care for New Mothers
. Duration:45 mins··. Price:Free
New this fall: the trending parenting topics that form the content of our popular "Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group" are now available to ALL new parents! In September, we will discuss "Mother Nurture: Self-Care for New Mothers." We will discuss the best ways to care for yourself as a new mother. You can't pour from an empty cup. Grab a cup of your favorite morning brew and take a little time for yourself!
Book
Birth Together: The Complete Catholic Parenting Course (Class 1 of 9)
. Duration:2 hrs··. Price:$320
Understanding the natural process of birth is just the beginning of what you will learn during the Complete Catholic Parenting Course. Packed with helpful information and practical skills, this online course is rich in Scripture and thought-provoking discussions of childbearing in the light of your vocations as Christian spouses and parents.
Christelle's completely updated signature parenting course for growing Catholic parents, Birth Together is a nine-week online or in-person course featuring Christelle's evidence-based "Birth Together" relaxation method that can be used in any birth setting. The "Birth Together" method is the first birth method that incorporates both husband and wife working together to birth your baby in ways that fit your unique personalities. This course covers everything from healthy pregnancy, natural birth techniques, breastfeeding, newborn care, and responsive parenting, with lots of important discussions based in our rich Catholic tradition!
Classes generally meet three times per month to allow for sicknesses, holidays, etc.
While we recommend you take this course with your spouse, you are welcome to take the course as an individual if that works best for you. The fee covers both the birthing mother and your spouse (or the birth companion of your choice).
Christelle's completely updated signature parenting course for growing Catholic parents, Birth Together is a nine-week online or in-person course featuring Christelle's evidence-based "Birth Together" relaxation method that can be used in any birth setting. The "Birth Together" method is the first birth method that incorporates both husband and wife working together to birth your baby in ways that fit your unique personalities. This course covers everything from healthy pregnancy, natural birth techniques, breastfeeding, newborn care, and responsive parenting, with lots of important discussions based in our rich Catholic tradition!
Classes generally meet three times per month to allow for sicknesses, holidays, etc.
While we recommend you take this course with your spouse, you are welcome to take the course as an individual if that works best for you. The fee covers both the birthing mother and your spouse (or the birth companion of your choice).
Book
Birth Together: The Complete Catholic Parenting Course (Sessions 2-9)
. Duration:2 hrs··. Price:Free
Understanding the natural process of birth is just the beginning of what you will learn during the Complete Catholic Parenting Course. Packed with helpful information and practical skills, this online course is rich in Scripture and thought-provoking discussions of childbearing in the light of your vocations as Christian spouses and parents.
Christelle's completely updated signature parenting course for growing Catholic parents, Birth Together is a nine-week online or in-person course featuring Christelle's evidence-based "Birth Together" relaxation method that can be used in any birth setting. The "Birth Together" method is the first birth method that incorporates both husband and wife working together to birth your baby in ways that fit your unique personalities. This course covers everything from healthy pregnancy, natural birth techniques, breastfeeding, newborn care, and responsive parenting, with lots of important discussions based in our rich Catholic tradition!
Classes generally meet three times per month to allow for sicknesses, holidays, etc.
While we recommend you take this course with your spouse, you are welcome to take the course as an individual if that works best for you. The fee covers both the birthing mother and your spouse (or the birth companion of your choice).
The cost of this session is included in the series.
Christelle's completely updated signature parenting course for growing Catholic parents, Birth Together is a nine-week online or in-person course featuring Christelle's evidence-based "Birth Together" relaxation method that can be used in any birth setting. The "Birth Together" method is the first birth method that incorporates both husband and wife working together to birth your baby in ways that fit your unique personalities. This course covers everything from healthy pregnancy, natural birth techniques, breastfeeding, newborn care, and responsive parenting, with lots of important discussions based in our rich Catholic tradition!
Classes generally meet three times per month to allow for sicknesses, holidays, etc.
While we recommend you take this course with your spouse, you are welcome to take the course as an individual if that works best for you. The fee covers both the birthing mother and your spouse (or the birth companion of your choice).
The cost of this session is included in the series.
Prepare for breastfeeding success!
This two hour online class teaches the 7 "natural laws" of breastfeeding that give you the tools to establish breastfeeding successfully. You will learn:
* how your birth impacts your nursing relationship, and how to get a good start, no matter what your birth is like
* the 7 Natural Laws of Breastfeeding, based on the excellent breastfeeding guide, Breastfeeding Made Simple, by Nancy Mohrbacher, IBCLC, and Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, Ph.D., IBCLC (used by permission)
* laid back breastfeeding and how to hold your baby to encourage her natural nursing behaviors
* how to promote healthy, comfortable nursing and an abundant milk supply
You are welcome to take the class as an individual or as a couple. If you are taking the class as part of a couple, register BOTH the male and the female participants to save both your spots! The price of the class is for the expectant mother. The companion of her choice may attend at no further cost.
This two hour online class teaches the 7 "natural laws" of breastfeeding that give you the tools to establish breastfeeding successfully. You will learn:
* how your birth impacts your nursing relationship, and how to get a good start, no matter what your birth is like
* the 7 Natural Laws of Breastfeeding, based on the excellent breastfeeding guide, Breastfeeding Made Simple, by Nancy Mohrbacher, IBCLC, and Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, Ph.D., IBCLC (used by permission)
* laid back breastfeeding and how to hold your baby to encourage her natural nursing behaviors
* how to promote healthy, comfortable nursing and an abundant milk supply
You are welcome to take the class as an individual or as a couple. If you are taking the class as part of a couple, register BOTH the male and the female participants to save both your spots! The price of the class is for the expectant mother. The companion of her choice may attend at no further cost.
Our free online Catholic mothers' breastfeeding support group meets once a month. Get breastfeeding support from professionally trained, supportive, experienced breastfeeding mothers! Co-hosted with the Catholic Nursing Mothers' League.
This online class, designed for parent or caregiver and baby, will teach you the basics of how to massage your baby so that your baby can reap the benefits!
Studies show that babies who are massaged are calmer, happier, sleep and eat better, and have fewer problems with gas and constipation! Touch is so important for your baby and gentle massage is a fantastic way for you two to bond!
Studies show that babies who are massaged are calmer, happier, sleep and eat better, and have fewer problems with gas and constipation! Touch is so important for your baby and gentle massage is a fantastic way for you two to bond!
Our free online Catholic mothers' breastfeeding support group meets once a month. Get breastfeeding support from professionally trained, supportive, experienced breastfeeding mothers! Co-hosted with the Catholic Nursing Mothers' League.
Make Tummy Time fun for your baby! This online playgroup style Baby Signs class features fun songs, activities, tips for helping your baby's development and more to make tummy time a joyful experience for you and your baby!
For a parent or caregiver and your baby or babies, 0-6 months old. No extra charge for twins, triplets, or more!
Four classes, 45 minutes each
(Cost is for all four classes, not for one class!)
Important: Please add info@stcroixbirth.com to your contacts. After you submit your registration, you should receive a confirmation email from a staff member. If you do not receive a confirmation email within 2 business days, check your spam / junk folders or call +1 651-403-3556.
For a parent or caregiver and your baby or babies, 0-6 months old. No extra charge for twins, triplets, or more!
Four classes, 45 minutes each
(Cost is for all four classes, not for one class!)
Important: Please add info@stcroixbirth.com to your contacts. After you submit your registration, you should receive a confirmation email from a staff member. If you do not receive a confirmation email within 2 business days, check your spam / junk folders or call +1 651-403-3556.
Make Tummy Time fun for your baby! This online playgroup style Baby Signs class features fun songs, activities, tips for helping your baby's development and more to make tummy time a joyful experience for you and your baby!
For a parent or caregiver and your baby or babies, 0-6 months old. No extra charge for twins, triplets, or more!
Four classes, 45 minutes each
The cost of this class was included in the series.
For a parent or caregiver and your baby or babies, 0-6 months old. No extra charge for twins, triplets, or more!
Four classes, 45 minutes each
The cost of this class was included in the series.
These six fun 45-minute theme-based online classes are designed for parent or caregiver to attend with baby. Themes include: Mealtime, Bedtime, Bath Time, Getting Dressed, Pets, and Playtime.
If you take all six classes, you will learn:
*37 useful signs to help you communicate with your hearing, pre-verbal baby, through fun songs, stories & activities
*simple ways you can help your baby's intellectual development
You do not need any sign language experience to benefit from and enjoy these classes! Great for babies 6 to 24 months and their parent or caregiver!
If you take all six classes, you will learn:
*37 useful signs to help you communicate with your hearing, pre-verbal baby, through fun songs, stories & activities
*simple ways you can help your baby's intellectual development
You do not need any sign language experience to benefit from and enjoy these classes! Great for babies 6 to 24 months and their parent or caregiver!
These six fun 45-minute theme-based online classes are designed for parent or caregiver to attend with baby. Themes include: Mealtime, Bedtime, Bath Time, Getting Dressed, Pets, and Playtime.
If you take all six classes, you will learn:
*37 useful signs to help you communicate with your hearing, pre-verbal baby, through fun songs, stories & activities
*simple ways you can help your baby's intellectual development
You do not need any sign language experience to benefit from and enjoy these classes! Great for babies 6 to 24 months and their parent or caregiver!
The cost of this class was included in the series.
If you take all six classes, you will learn:
*37 useful signs to help you communicate with your hearing, pre-verbal baby, through fun songs, stories & activities
*simple ways you can help your baby's intellectual development
You do not need any sign language experience to benefit from and enjoy these classes! Great for babies 6 to 24 months and their parent or caregiver!
The cost of this class was included in the series.
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St. Croix Birth & Parenting LLC helps parents develop strong, healthy bonds with your babies and children through online support groups and parenting classes. We are a nonprofit alliance honoring life, accompanying families through the joys and sorrow of birth and parenting.
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5 reviews- Mary Kern·
Christelle is very knowledgeable about childbirth and has a very well rounded perspective that was very helpful to us as new expecting parents. We feel much more comfortable and less fearful going into this process than we did before. She is also easy to communicate with and great at answering questions.
- McKenzie Shepard··from Google
Christelle is a knowledgeable and faithful childbirth educator. I will recommend her Catholic “birth together” course to everyone I know expecting a baby. Her classes never abandon the Catholic lens all while being incredibly informative and evidence-based. She involves your husband and makes birth a family event instead of just the mother. Thank you Christelle!
- Caterina Dipierro··from Google
- Ruby Marie Marsh··from Google
The online Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group has greatly benefited me with information, fellowship, and prayers surrounding the beauty of breastfeeding. I love how in every session, we cover not only research-based nursing advice rooted in the experiences of the mothers present, but also related topics, such as theological dimensions of motherhood, techniques for working from home with a baby, and nuances concerning the virtue of modesty. I always learn more than expected, both about the topic corresponding to the session title and about future stages I will encounter as my newborn grows.
I have especially treasured this group because, perhaps like most women now, I do not know of any mothers dedicated to regularly providing guidance about breastfeeding in my area, and I had never witnessed any examples of breastfeeding in real life prior to my first pregnancy. Hearing about the journeys of the women in diverse situations around the world who attend each meeting provides much enrichment, filling most of the void left by our society's loss of organic, local woman-to-woman interactions that once taught how to breastfeed and, more broadly, mother.
I appreciate the explicit anchoring of the group in the Catholic Church, which wonderfully shows in how every session opens (after the attendees introduce themselves) and closes with a touching prayer tailored to maternity. Moreover, leaders and participants seamlessly move from talking about the practicalities of mothering to ways of integrating those practicalities with our faith, and back again, in a flow that feels refreshingly natural. This spiritual dimension fosters trust that we are all exchanging perspectives supportive of and compatible with the rest of our lives. Confident that the women I am consulting will respond in light of fundamental commitments we share, I can ask many questions that, in their specificity, would be hard or impossible for me to find answers to on my own. I have thus gained a more and more Marian understanding of all that I do for my baby.
Having attended every monthly meeting of the Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group since the end of the second trimester of my first pregnancy, I am grateful for its invaluable enhancement of the passion for breastfeeding that I already was developing as I prepared for marriage and therefore motherhood. The group's impact on me motivates me to keep praying for an opportunity to similarly mentor new mothers someday, God willing. I highly recommend St. Croix Birth & Parenting! - V F··from Google
Fantastic and a warm and great place for moms to be a part of. I recently did one of their online classes for Catholic Nursing Mother's and loved it. I'm currently nursing my third child and found a lot of new tips and information. It was also great being around other moms and learning about their experiences. I would highly recommend their classes and services for moms-to-be and moms alike. Thank you SCBP!