St. Croix Birth & Parenting LLC

Being a mother is a marathon not a sprint! Mothers need to care for themselves in order to have the strength and happiness to properly care for their children and we will talk all about it at our free online Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group meeting on September 5th. You can learn more and sign up here: https://www.stcroixbirth.com/catholic-breastfeeding-support.html

Our online September Featured Freebie Class is an autumn-themed class meant to 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! Perfect for babies 6-24 months old and a parent or caregiver. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.stcroixbirth.com/free-parenting-class.html

Back to school time is just around the corner! Help your young child develop literacy skills by introducing them to the ASL signs for the letters of the alphabet through fun songs, games, and crafts! By giving your child a physical way to represent letters, you will help them remember the letter names, identify the letters visually, and understand the function of letters to represent the separate sounds within words. This FREE online class is designed for young children 3-6 years old and will meet on Friday, August 18 at 10 am CDT.

Learn more here: https://www.stcroixbirth.com/free-parenting-class.html

Did you know babies are born with many instincts that help them to breastfeed? Join the Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group as we discuss newborn and baby instincts that help mothers get a great start with breastfeeding! The group meets on Thursday, April 4. You can sign up for this FREE online support group here:
https://www.stcroixbirth.com/catholic-breastfeeding-support.html

Want a FREE Baby Signs class? Spring presents a great opportunity to teach COLOR signs and words to your little one! This fun FREE online parent-child class for toddlers and preschoolers 18 months to 4 years old will help you teach your child to classify while learning signs and words for colors. We will sing color songs, play games, and even do a craft together! Come experience what makes Baby Signs a fantastic way for your child to communicate their thoughts and talk about the world around them! You can register here: https://www.stcroixbirth.com/free-parenting-class.html

Join the FREE online Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group as we discuss "The Impact of Birthing Practices on Breastfeeding," including how different birth experiences impact breastfeeding; birthing practices that support normal breastfeeding; and what to do to make breastfeeding easier, if birth interventions are necessary. Sign up for the session here: https://www.stcroixbirth.com/catholic-breastfeeding-support.html

Join the Catholic Nursing Mothers for our free online breastfeeding support group! Our discussion topic will be "Parenting Styles and Breastfeeding"...how our parenting style influences breastfeeding. We will work hard to make this a judgment-free zone, while still admitting we each have our own preferences and our life circumstances and so many other factors affect the choices we have and the choices we make. The group meets on Thursday, February 1 at 10 am Central US Time. RSVP on the SCBP website: https://www.stcroixbirth.com/catholic-breastfeeding-support.html

Are you expecting a baby? This is a great time to check us out! The Catholic Nursing Mothers Groups will meet online for our free online breastfeeding support groups to discuss how to "Succeed When You Breastfeed!" We meet tomorrow, Thursday, January 11.

Follow this link for more information: www.stcroixbirth.com/parents-groups.html

The topic for discussion for the online Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group in December is "Positive Weaning," including a brief look at the global and historical experiences of baby weaning, tips for weaning, night weaning, and how to make weaning a positive experience for everyone. We will also discuss strategies for when weaning has to happen abruptly. Sign up for the online group here: https://www.stcroixbirth.com/catholic-breastfeeding-support.html

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Four important ways you can help your young child "grow gracefully:" natural breastfeeding; positive weaning; infant massage; and joyfully welcoming a new sibling. Our newest blog post on the "Rooted Families" blog!

https://www.stcroixbirth.com/rooted-families-blog/growing-gracefully

SCBP **Featured breastfeeding, parenting, and parent-child classes for December!**

Breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed? "Breastfeeding Matters" is our info-packed, practical breastfeeding prep class; "Positive Weaning" is the topic of our free online breastfeeding support group

New sibling on the way? Check out our unique Baby Signs "My Baby & Me" sibling prep class!

New baby? "Infant Massage Basics" teaches you everything you need to know to get started with infant massage and is a great way to bond with your little one!

Getting ready for Christmas with your toddler or preschooler? "3, 2, 1, Count on Fun!" is our one-of-a-kind Baby Signs Advent playgroup for kids ages 2 1/2 - 5 years old!

Check out these classes and more here: https://www.stcroixbirth.com/events.html

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Get Parenting Tips for a Happier Holiday Season!🍗 - https://mailchi.mp/4a461c67bd39/brand-new-june-parenting-classes-6209739

Protecting your breastfeeding relationship during the holidays, how to encourage good manners in your little ones, tummy time tips, how to encourage potty learning and more! Check out our November classes!

Did you know that unplanned weaning and unexpected pregnancy are more likely during the busy holiday season? Learn more in my latest blog post!

HOLIDAY WEANING AND THE UNEXPECTED RETURN OF FERTILITY When my oldest (and gently weaning) child was twenty-six months old, relatives were coming from out of state for Thanksgiving. As a young couple, this would be the first time we ever hosted the big...

Join us for our free online Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group! Our topic is "Navigating the Holidays as a Breastfeeding Family", including avoiding that sneaky beast "[unintentional] holiday weaning," strategies for continuing your breastfeeding relationship, and the unexpected return of fertility. Register here:
https://www.stcroixbirth.com/catholic-breastfeeding-support.html

Our affiliate, Tiny Treasures Perinatal Loss Support, is co-hosting a Remembrance and Healing Retreat tonight for parents, grandparents, or loved ones who experienced the loss of a baby at any stage of pregnancy, during birth, or early in infancy. All are welcome.

If you have lost a baby at any stage of pregnancy, during birth, or early in infancy, please join us. All are welcome tonight from 7-8pm for the Tiny Treasures Wave of Light Healing Retreat. The retreat will be in the Great Hall of St. Mary's Church, 423 5th Street South in Stillwater MN. Co-sponsored with the Respect Life Committee of the Churches of St. Michael, St. Mary, and St. Charles. Gathering begins at 6:45 pm, program begins at 7:00 pm.

Summer Signs!

Summer is here! Help your little one communicate their needs and wants with these six important signs: Use this printable poster to learn the signs for HAT, HOT, ICE CREAM, WATER, PLAY, and OUTSIDE.

Join us for our free July online Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group! Our discussion topic will be "Starting Solid Foods with Your Breastfed Baby" and "The Early Signs of the Return of Fertility While Breastfeeding," including what is involved in starting solid foods with your baby, baby-led weaning, as well as a discussion of the return of fertility after childbirth! As always, there will be plenty of time for your questions and comments. Learn more here: https://www.stcroixbirth.com/catholic-breastfeeding-support.html

Summer is a great time for exploration and for outings. You may visit places (like museums) that are for looking, not touching. It also means dangers, such as the edge of the pool and cars in the street. Help your child develop self-control in this fun ocean-themed online class, designed for young children 2-5 years old! Songs, signs, and ocean creature crafts! Learn more here: https://www.stcroixbirth.com/free-parenting-class.html

"Thank you so very much for all you have done to help us to welcome Emma Joy into the world!" ...Feeling appreciated today! 🥰

Join us for our free June online Catholic Nursing Mothers' Group! Our topic is Mother-Baby Togetherness, including how mother-baby closeness fosters breastfeeding and how to handle separations from your baby in a way that supports breastfeeding. As always, there will be lots of time for your questions! Gina Peterson, IBCLC will be leading the June session.
The June session will meet Thursday morning, June 1. Learn more here: https://www.stcroixbirth.com/catholic-breastfeeding-support.html