BIRTH AROUND THE WORLD

Wednesday, February 27

from 7:00 to 8:30pm

at the Athens Library

Moms from around the world (China, Botswana, Guatemala and more!) share what birth and pregnancy are like in their countries.  We'd love to hear your story, too!

THANKS TO THIS MONTH'S SPONSOR, BIRTHWORKS BIRTHING CLASSES

The next round of BirthWorks childbirth classes, taught by Molly Wales, begins on March 16th and meets for six Saturdays (this is the last session until Fall).  BirthWorks is based on the philosophy that every woman is born with the knowledge of how to give birth, and that a woman will labor best where she feels safest and most secure.  This course is for any woman with any birthing history.  It helps women gain confidence in their ability to birth, and helps birth companions learn ways they can make labor safer and more comfortable.  BirthWorks classes provide both a physical and emotional preparation for birth, and are suitable for parents planning a hospital, birthing center or home birth.  Scholarships available for young and low-income moms.  My website, with complete info and testimonials, is www.daraluzathens.com.  Contact me with questions or to register:  740-591-9409 or molly.wales@yahoo.com.

PLAY GROUP

Thursday, March 7

from 3:00 to 5:00pm

in the kids' section of the Athens Library

Join us for two hours of play, socializing and support. All ages are welcome!

**NEW** NEW MOMS' GROUP!

New baby?  Trying to navigate the transition to motherhood? Just want to get out of the house for a bit?  Join the Birth Circle's New Mom's Group, a free 8-week program that helps you meet other new mamas, talk about the transition to motherhood and have a couple laughs over the baby's (or your partner's) postpartum antics. You will meet in a comfortable home environment where there is always a warm cup of cocoa, coffee or tea waiting for you! The group will start Monday, March 18th and will meet every Monday from 10:00 am to 11:30 am.  Please email Rachel Szostek (szostekrachel@gmail.com)  to register for the group--participation is limited to just 8 mamas (and your babies of course) in order to keep the group cozy.  Still expecting?  Stay tuned for announcements about future New Mom's Groups!

INFERTILITY SUPPORT GROUP

Wednesday, February 6

from 7:00 to 8:00pm

O'Bleness Hospital, lower level room 8

This support group is for anyone affected by infertility. These free groups are offered as a time of sharing and support, and are facilitated by a counseling professional. You can choose to share your story or just sit and listen.

Please RSVP by Tuesday, February 5th, to molly.wales@yahoo.com or 740-591-9409.

FEBRUARY PLAY GROUP

Thursday, February 7

3:00 to 5:00pm

Join us in the kids' section of the Athens Library for two hours of play, socializing and support. All ages are welcome!

BIRTH AROUND THE WORLD

Wednesday, February 27

from 7:00 to 8:30pm

at the Athens Library

Moms from around the world share what birth is like in their countries!  If you would like to share at this meeting, or know a mom who might, please let Molly Wales know:

740-591-9409, molly.wales@yahoo.com.

THANKS TO THIS MONTH'S SPONSOR, MASSAGE THERAPIST JENNIFER COCHRAN

Gestating a baby is hard work. Nurture yourself with massage. Licensed massage therapist Jennifer Cochran offers a therapeutic blend of Swedish and deep tissue massage, movement and myofascial release. Pregnancy massage is available for women at any stage of pregnancy to help you maintain flexibility and mobility, ease the aches and pains often associated with pregnancy and, perhaps most importantly, relax. Jennifer is experienced in working with expectant and post-partum moms and can tailor a session to your specific needs whether they include easing sciatic pain, relieving pressure and tension in the low back, or even activating pressure points to help get labor when the time comes. Home visits available upon request. Contact Jennifer Cochran at 740-595-6869, by email atjennijan@yahoo.com or find her on Facebook athttps://www.facebook.com/JenniferCochranLMT.