Postpartum Education & Support
Postnatal & Parenting Education
The postpartum period is extremely tender and parenting is a learned skill. These courses will guide you through this tremendous transition with essential information and support.
Dates & space are limited so register early and remember that becoming a member gets you the best deal on all our offerings!
Pumping 101
This class is appropriate for pregnant individuals and new parents with babies 12 weeks and under. Together, we comb through many of the common questions and concerns surrounding pumping and provide personalized support to create a custom pumping plan for you and your baby. Whether it’s for work, school, or just to get out of the house, this class will prepare you to incorporate pumping into your breastfeeding relationship.
Partners are welcome but we keep this class small to ensure we can provide the necessary personalized support!
Upcoming dates: Class is from 2-3:30 p.m.
April 27th
Lactation Services
Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding is a brand new skill both you and your baby are learning. Whether you’re struggling with latch, tongue/lip ties, supply concerns, or just want additional support, you can book a private, one-on-one lactation appointment.
Alicia, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, will offer 90 minutes of hands-on expertise to help you and your baby move through your breastfeeding/chestfeeding journey together.
Sessions are available in person at The Root, virtually, or in your own home. Root members receive a discount on all services!
Pelvic Health Screening
Pregnancy and childbirth dramatically impact the structure and function of pelvic floor muscles. Dr. Carlin Reaume, OTD, OTR/L specializes in perinatal wellness and pelvic health and offers reduced rate appointments for the Root community!
How do you know if you need pelvic floor physical therapy? Anyone who has been pregnant and/or given birth can benefit! Some telltale symptoms include:
Leaking when you jump, sneeze, cough, etc.
Feeling heaviness in your pelvic area
Trying to heal a diastasis recti (abdominal muscle separation)
Painful intercourse
Weakness, tension, or pain
Wanting to return to physical activity safely
Upcoming dates:
May 10th
June 21st
Birth Story Medicine & Postpartum Coaching
If you’re feeling upset, unsettled, or even just confused about your birth experience, Birth Story Medicine can help. Using a gentle approach and compassionate listening you’ll be guided through the retelling of your birth story and begin to make healing shifts in your relationship with it.
Learn more about Birth Story Medicine and our one-on-one postpartum coaching so you can have the support you need.
Wellness. Education. Community.
From prenatal yoga to childbirth classes to postpartum support groups, we help pregnant persons and new parents thrive during every stage of their journey.