The Natural Way

to Pamper Your Child

816-875-4617

Classes, Speakers, & Discussion Panels

Every Month:

Cloth Diapers 101- Saturdays 3-4pm

by Brookie-Lee Glaser, Happybottomus™ Owner

Do you have no idea about cloth diapers?  Are the only cloth diapers you know about folded with pins and plastic pants?  Come sit in on our cloth diaper class and learn about the newest diapers on the market.  Gorgeous, easy, and affordable options no longer make cloth diapering a thing of the past.

Babywearing Class- returning in July!  Dates to be posted soon.

by Kara Hansen, experienced mama and educator

Tired of the bulky carriers from the department store?  Don't know how to use a more traditional carrier?  Come learn the different slings and carriers available: what they are, how to wear them, and get answers to your babywearing questions.  Please call to reserve your spot 816-875-4617.

Baby Sign Language- 4th Mondays 7-8pm

Fee: $15, gift included with class

by Charlene, ASL Certified, SAHM, & Community Volunteer

Learn how to communicate with your baby before he/she develops verbal skills.  You no longer have to be frustrated because you don't know what your baby is trying to tell you.  Come learn simple signs to help you and baby meet each others needs.  Please call to reserve your spot 816-875-4617.

Doulas & Your Birth- 2nd Satdays 1-2pm

by Sarah Wallbaum, Certified Doula

A birth doula is a trained labor support person who provides emotional and physical support to a laboring woman and her partner. While she is not a medical professional, she can offer a wide range of comfort measures during labor - from massage to aromatherapy to continuous reassurance and coping techniques.  Come learn what a doula can do for you and ask your questions.  Please call to reserve your spot 816-875-4617.

Holistic Mom's Network- 2nd Thursdays 7-9pm

Leader: Lindy ORourke

Parenting is a tough job. It's even harder when you are choosing to do things "differently" -- whether that means seeking out holistic therapies for your family, eating organic foods, living green, co-sleeping, homeschooling, fighting commercialism, or trying to live simply.  But there are moms out there just like you who are seeking to nurture their children and to empower themselves!  Please call with any questions 816-795-6731.

International Cesarean Awareness Network- Rotating every 3months, back in September (approx)

Leader: Tonia Highers

ICAN is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve maternal-child health by preventing unnecessary cesareans through education, providing support for cesarean recovery and promoting vaginal birth after cesarean. There are 94 ICAN Chapters across North America, which hold educational and support meetings for people interested in cesarean prevention and recovery.  Please call with any questions 816-876-6000.

Future Specials:

The Childhood Vaccination Discussion- Coming back in August

by Dr. Alyssa-Rae Zonarich

By the time your child is 6 months old he/she will receive 45 different vaccines.  By the time your child is one year old he/she will receive 64 different vaccines.  By the time your child is 4-6 years old he/she will receive 74 different vaccines.  Are all those shots necessary?  Are vaccines safe?  Effective?  FIND OUT!  Please call to reserve your spot 816-875-4617.

Bradley Class-  Coming in October

by Rainey Ranaldi, Bradley Instructor

What is the difference between Bradley^® and other types of childbirth classes? The Bradley Method^® is unique. Our classes stress the importance of Healthy Baby, Healthy Mother and Healthy Families. We attract families who are willing to take the responsibility needed for preparation and birth.  Contact Rainey to sign up 816-331-7505 or you can e-mail her at rainey_87@hotmail.com

Waterbirth- TBD

by Suzzane Ryan. Certified Nurse Midwife

Waterbirth is a such an amazing and gentle way to bring a new life into this world.  Learn about the benefits and hear how so many women give birth under water.

Homeschool- TBD

by local homeschooling moms

Do you want to learn more about homeschooling?  What are the best resources?  What are homeschool groups and what fieldtrips do they take?  Why some people choose homeschooling over public or private school?  Come chat with these moms and learn about the world of homeschooling.

Attached Parenting for the Work Out of Home Parent- TBD

by Alisa Smith- WOHM AP Mom

Are you interested in attachment parenting but work 40+ hours a week?  Get the inside scoop on how this working mom is an attached parent to her little one.

Going GREEN- TBD

by Ashley- KC Recycler

Want to save the planet?  Get some tips on how to go green in your everyday life.

Bradley Class- TBD

Fee: $225, includes 125 page student workbook

by April Trail, Bradley Instructor

What is the difference between Bradley^® and other types of childbirth classes? The Bradley Method^® is unique. Our classes stress the importance of Healthy Baby, Healthy Mother and Healthy Families. We attract families who are willing to take the responsibility needed for preparation and birth.

Looking for Local Speakers:

Are you a public speaker?  Would you like to help the local parenting community?  Please contact us if you would be interested in speaking, teaching, or being apart of a panel on any of the following topics (all suggestions for topics are appreciated):

Homeschooling Panel:
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Attachment Parenting Panel:
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Other topics that would be great: Doulas, Budgets, How to Make Diapers or Slings, Positive Discipline, Baby Massage, Co-sleeping, Intimacy, Planning a Menu, Balancing Life, Waldorf, Free Play/Natural Learning, Positive Potty Training, Natural Remedies/Health, Recycling, Going Green. And anything else along these topics.

Please call Brookie-Lee if you are interested: (816)875-4617