Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Postpartum Depression Support Group
Sleep: How to Get It, and How to Live Without!
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Infertility Support Group
Wednesday, November 4th
from 7:00 to 8:00pm
at the Athens Library
So many of us are or have been affected by infertility. We offer this group as a time of sharing and support. These sessions are open to all and are facilitated by Connie Patterson, a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Baby Wearing 101, Plus Sling Library Launch
Wednesday, November 18th
from 7:00 to 8:30pm
at the Athens Library
In this meeting we’ll cover the many uses of a wide variety of slings and baby carriers, including demos by experienced moms. We’ll also discuss the benefits and difficulties of baby wearing from birth through toddlerhood. Also, at this meeting we’ll introduce The Birth Circle’s new Sling Lending Library -- including Ergo Carriers, Moby Wraps, ring slings, and a variety of others!
***This month's Evening Sponsor is Discovery Toys, wonderful toys that help foster the parent-child relationship through interactive play with toys that encourage early childhood development skills! These toys are designed to teach children ages 0-8 the fundamental skills for reading, math, critical thinking, problem solving and so much more! The toys will be on display before and after the meeting, and can be purchased using check, cash or credit card. For more info visit: www.discoverytoyslink.com/carrieweeks
Sunday, October 4, 2009
A Terrible Case of the Spots: Early Childhood Skin Rashes and What to Do About Them at 3:00 in the Morning
Wednesday, October 28th
from 7:00 to 8:30pm
at the Athens Library
This program by Katy Kropf, DO (of University Medical Associates and OUCOM) will be an overview of common childhood skin problems and some associated illnesses. We will cover how to recognize them and how to calm your tearful toddler and your anxious mind.
Infertility Support Group
Wednesday, November 4th
from 7:00 to 8:00pm
at the Athens Library
So many of us are or have been affected by infertility. We offer this group as a time of sharing and support. These sessions are open to all and are facilitated by Connie Patterson, a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Baby Wearing 101
Wednesday, November 18th
from 7:00 to 8:30pm
at the Athens Library
In this meeting we’ll cover the many uses of a wide variety of slings and baby carriers, including demos by experienced moms. We’ll also discuss the benefits and difficulties of baby wearing from birth through toddlerhood. Also, at this meeting we’ll introduce The Birth Circle’s new Sling Lending Library!
A Terrible Case of the Spots: Early Childhood Skin Rashes and What to Do About Them at 3:00 in the Morning
Wednesday, October 28th
from 7:00 to 8:30pm
at the Athens Library
Our October monthly meeting, a program by Katy Kropf, DO (of University Medical Associates and OUCOM), will be an overview of common childhood skin problems and some associated illnesses. We will cover how to recognize them and how to calm your tearful toddler and your anxious mind.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Cesarean Prevention: Ways to Reduce Your Chances of Having a Cesarean Birth
Tuesday, September 29th
7:00 to 8:30pm
at the Athens Library
Join us for a presentation by Brandi Holloway, RN, DONA trained doula and ICEA trained childbirth educator as we discuss ways to prevent unnecessary cesareans, VBAC, and the road to recovery for those who experience an unplanned cesarean.
September's Birth Circle meeting is sponsored by Lamaze Childbirth Classes. This series of 4 classes is economical, inspirational, and highly-rated by both expectant moms and their birth partners. Learn the basics of labor and birth, medical and natural pain management techniques, maintaining comfort and progress, managing complications and interventions, and new baby and new mother care -- all with an emphasis on Lamaze's 6 Care Practices for a healthy birth. Held at Ohio University WellWorks, 4 Saturdays, Sept. 12 - Oct 3, 10 am - 2 pm -- Members & Non-members Welcome, $95. The following round of classes will begin Oct. 31. To sign up or ask questions, contact Lucy Juedes, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, at 594-8039 or lucyj@intelliwave.com. Info also atwww.BirthPrepBasics.com.
Birth Circle Play Group
Community Event of Interest: Giving Birth at Home
FREE
Amy Erlewine is an Athens area doula. She was drawn to homebirth advocacy after attending homebirths and seeing the benefits to mother, child, and family.
Thursday, August 20, 2009
PREGNANCY LOSS SUPPORT GROUP
Wednesday, September 2nd
from 7:30 to 8:30pm
at the Athens library
This month’s support group, facilitated by licensed therapist Connie Patterson, will focus on pregnancy loss, which can range from miscarriage to stillbirth to grieving your pregnancy after the baby is born. We hope you’ll join us for this safe and intimate time of sharing and support.
BIRTH CIRCLE PLAY GROUP
Thursday, September 3rd
from 3:00 to 5:00pm
at the Athens Library
All ages are welcome for two hours of play, socializing and support. This is a great chance for both parents and children to make new friends.
CESAREAN PREVENTION: WAYS TO REDUCE YOUR CHANCES OF HAVING A CESAREAN BIRTH
Tuesday, September 29th
from 7:00 to 8:30pm
at the Athens Library
Join us for a presentation by Brandi Holloway, RN, DONA trained doula and ICEA trained childbirth educator as we discuss ways to prevent unnecessary cesareans, VBAC, and the road to recovery for those who experience an unplanned cesarean.
September's Birth Circle meeting is sponsored by Lamaze Childbirth Classes. This series of 4 classes is economical, inspirational, and highly-rated by both expectant moms and their birth partners. Learn the basics of labor and birth, medical and natural pain management techniques, maintaining comfort and progress, managing complications and interventions, and new baby and new mother care -- all with an emphasis on Lamaze's 6 Care Practices for a healthy birth. Held at Ohio University WellWorks, 4 Saturdays, Sept. 12 - Oct 3, 10 am - 2 pm -- Members & Non-members Welcome, $95. The following round of classes will begin Oct. 31. To sign up or ask questions, contact Lucy Juedes, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, at 594-8039 or lucyj@intelliwave.com. Info also at www.BirthPrepBasics.com.
Friday, August 14, 2009
AUGUST MONTHLY MEETING: PICNIC IN THE PARK
Wednesday, August 26th
from 6:00 to 8:00pm
at the park on Richland Avenue
Every summer we dedicate one meeting to visiting and having some fun before the busy school year begins! Bring a picnic dinner for your family and socialize with Birth Circle families both new and old.
SUGGESTIONS FOR LENDING LIBRARY
We are looking for suggestions for books to add to our Lending Library, especially books that focus on fertility, pregnancy loss, postpartum depression, and kids books about pregnancy, birth and new siblings. If you have read any that were helpful, please let us know the titles. Or even better yet, if you have old copies to donate, we'd be glad to pick them up!
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Huge Yard Sale this weekend!! (7/31 & 8/1)
Friday, July 31st, 8am to 4pm
Saturday, August 1st, 8am to 2pm
at the Factory Street Dance Studio yard, 37 Ohio Ave
This HUGE, multi-family sale includes clothes, toys, furniture, electronics, housewares, books, baby accessories, and much more!
*If you have things to donate, drop off days run until July30th from 8am-7pm at 5 Bolleana Place, Athens (drop offs welcomed during yard sale too). The garage or covered patio will have signs for donors if no one is home. We are accepting EVERYTHING for the yard sale! Please note: If you are donating clothes, please organize them by size/gender ahead of time. Donations are tax deductible -- receipts available upon request.
Monday, July 27, 2009
Huge Yard Sale
Friday, July 31st, 8am to 4pm
Saturday, August 1st, 8am to 2pm
at the Factory Street Dance Studio yard, 37 Ohio Ave
This HUGE, multi-family sale includes clothes, toys, furniture, electronics, housewares, books, baby accessories, and much more!
*If you have things to donate, drop off days run until July 30th from 8am-7pm at 5 Bolleana Place, Athens (drop offs welcomed during yard sale too). The garage or covered patio will have signs for donors if no one is home. We are accepting EVERYTHING for the yard sale! Please note: If you are donating clothes, please organize them by size/gender ahead of time. Donations are tax deductible -- receipts available upon request.
July Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, July 29th
from 7:00 to 8:30pm
at the Athens Library
Join us for a discussion about the choice to have subsequent kids, and share stories and tips for helping your family prepare for the arrival of a new baby.
Monday, July 13, 2009
Sling Library
Annual Birth Circle & La Leche League Yard Sale!!!
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Birth Circle Play Group
Thursday, July 2nd
from 3:00 to 5:00pm
at the Athens Library
All ages are welcome for these two hours of play, socializing and support. This is a great chance for both parents and children to make new friends. The playgroup meets regularly on the first Thursday of every month at this same time and location.
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Creating a recipe book
We are trying to create a recipe book for Pregnant and Child Rearing Women and Their Families, to sell as a fund-raiser for The Birth Circle. This book will be a collaboration of local and regional women, families and businesses, and will include photos along with the recipes. So far we have only 18 recipes, and we need AT LEAST 35 MORE to go forward with the project. So, let us know what you ate when you were pregnant or while nursing, or what you cooked for your partner, or share an old family recipe! Previously published recipes are OK. If you can help by contributing a recipe, or two, or three (!) send an email to timisingley@yahoo.com with the subject as Mom's Cookbook. We really want to see this through, but we can't do it without you!
Colic: Diagnosis & Treatment updates
Wednesday, June 24th
from 7:00 to 8:30pm
at the Athens library
Join us for a presentation on colic diagnosis and treatment updates, by Dr. Mark Lepi, a Pediatrics and Internal Medicine doctor from Holzer Clinic in Athens.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Colic: Diagnosis & Treatment updates
COLIC: DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT UPDATES
Wednesday, June 24th from 7:00 to 8:30pm at the Athens library
Join us for a presentation by Dr. Mark Lepi, a Pediatrics and Internal Medicine doctor from Holzer Clinic in Athens.
Free Prenatal Yoga Classes
Starting June 2nd, for 7 weeks
Tuesdays from 5-6:00pm
at the Athens Library
Prenatal yoga offers a sequence of poses to support your body during pregnancy and after birth. Join Mala Braslavski for an hour of stretching and relaxation. No previous yoga experience is necessary. All are welcome regardless of stage of pregnancy.
Contact: 592-4272
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Birth Circle Play Group (6/4)
Thursday, June 4th from 3:00 to 5:00pm at the Athens Library
All ages are welcome for these two hours of play, socializing and support. This is a great chance for both parents and children to make new friends. The playgroup meets regularly on the first Thursday of every month at this same time and location.
Postpartum Depression Support Group (6/1)
Monday, June 1st from 7:30 to 8:30pm at the Athens library
We offer this group as a time of sharing and support. These sessions are open to all and are facilitated by Connie Patterson, a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Thanks for the wonderful Pregnancy Fair and Plant Sale!
There are still some plants left over form the Plant Sale, so if you are interested please stop by 120 Morris Ave, home of Angela Cross, to check them out. As always, proceeds benefit The Birth Circle.
We are taking the rest of the month off, so here's info on our June meetings:
POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP
Monday, June 1st from 7:30 to 8:30pm at the Athens library
We offer this group as a time of sharing and support. These sessions are open to all and are facilitated by Connie Patterson, a Licensed Professional Counselor.
BIRTH CIRCLE PLAY GROUP
Thursday, June 4th from 3:00 to 5:00pm at the Athens Library
All ages are welcome for these two hours of play, socializing and support. This is a great chance for both parents and children to make new friends. The playgroup meets regularly on the first Thursday of every month at this same time and location.
COLIC: DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT UPDATES
Wednesday, June 24th from 7:00 to 8:30pm at the Athens library
Join us for a presentation by Dr. Mark Lepi, a Pediatrics and Internal Medicine doctor from Holzer Clinic in Athens.
Monday, May 4, 2009
The Birth Circle Pregnancy Fair (5/9)
Saturday, May 9th
from 10am to 5pm
at The Market on State (formerly University Mall)
Shop, win, learn and celebrate Mothers Day weekend at this FREE, family event. Booths will feature pregnancy resources ranging from healthcare providers to locally-made baby products, plus hourly educational sessions focused on empowering women to make healthy choices for themselves and their babies during pregnancy, labor and the postpartum period. It’s one-stop shopping for anyone who has or is thinking of having a baby!
Schedule of Presentations:
10:15am How to Have a Low-Risk Pregnancy by Kathleen M. Bertuna, D.O.
11:15am Prenatal Nutrition and Exercise by Jody Shriver, Athens/Perry WIC Director and Nutrition Associate
12:15pm Resources for Pregnant Teens by Virginia Kaufman, GRADS Instructor
1:15pm Relaxation and Pain Relief Methods for Labor by TBA
2:15pm Role of a Birth Partner by Angela Cross, Doula
3:15pm Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mother and Baby by Julie Gladney, La Leche League leader
4:15pm Postpartum Health by Angelita Nixon, Certified Nurse Midwife
Drawing for DOOR PRIZES will happen mid-day and at the end of the Fair!
Thanks to our sponsors:
Holzer Clinic
La Leche League of Athens
Lamaze Childbirth Classes
River Rose Obstetrics & Gynecology
University Medical Associates
Ohio Department of Health, Office of Healthy Ohio, Bureau of Health
Promotion and Risk Reduction, Violence and Injury Prevention Program,
OUCOM AHEC/CHEAO
Amy Erlewine, Doula
Frog Ranch Foods
Liz Maule Realty
Angelita Nixon, Certified Nurse Midwife
Birth Circle Play Group (5/7)
Thursday, May 7th
from 3:00 to 5:00pm
at the Athens Library
All ages are welcome for these two hours of play, socializing and support. This is a great chance for both parents and children to make new friends. The playgroup meets regularly on the first Thursday of every month at this same time and location.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Birth Circle Playgroup
Thursday, May 7th
from 3:00 to 5:00pm
at the Athens Library
All ages are welcome for these two hours of play, socializing and support. This is a great chance for both parents and children to make new friends. The playgroup meets regularly on the first Thursday of every month at this same time and location.
THE BIRTH CIRCLE PREGNANCY FAIR
Saturday, May 9th
from 10am to 5pm
at The Market on State (formerly University Mall)
Shop, win, learn and celebrate Mothers Day weekend at this free, family event. Booths will feature pregnancy resources ranging from healthcare providers to locally-made baby products, plus hourly educational sessions focused on empowering women to make healthy choices for themselves and their babies during pregnancy, labor and the postpartum period. It’s one-stop shopping for anyone who has or is thinking of having a baby!
Schedule of Presentations:
10:15am How to Have a Low-Risk Pregnancy by Kathleen M. Bertuna, D.O.
11:15am Prenatal Nutrition and Exercise by Jody Shriver, Athens/Perry WIC Director and Nutrition Associate
12:15pm Resources for Pregnant Teens by Virginia Kaufman, GRADS Instructor
1:15pm Relaxation and Pain Relief Methods for Labor by TBA
2:15pm Role of a Birth Partner by Angela Cross, Doula
3:15pm Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mother and Baby by Julie Gladney, La Leche League leader
4:15pm Postpartum Health by Angelita Nixon, Certified Nurse Midwife
Drawing for DOOR PRIZES will happen mid-day and at the end of the Fair!
Thanks to our sponsors:
Holzer Clinic
La Leche League of Athens
Lamaze Childbirth Classes
River Rose Obstetrics & Gynecology
University Medical Associates
Ohio Department of Health, Office of Healthy Ohio, Bureau of Health Promotion and Risk Reduction, Violence and Injury Prevention Program, OUCOM AHEC/CHEAO
Amy Erlewine, Doula
Frog Ranch Foods
Liz Maule Realty
Angelita Nixon, Certified Nurse Midwife
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Free Prenatal Yoga Classes
every Monday in April
from 5:30 to 6:30pm
at the Athens library
for more info contact Laura Post at lp342300@ohio.edu
Sharing Birth Stories (4/28)
from 7:00 to 8:30pm
at the Athens Library
Every year we dedicate one meeting to the sharing of birth stories. Whether your children were born last week or decades ago, we invite to share your story or just sit and listen to others. All backgrounds, experiences and choices are honored at all Birth Circle events.
Thanks to our April Evening Sponsor, Green Edge Gardens! Nestled in the hills of Athens County lies a 120-acre farm--the home of Green Edge Organic Gardens & the Athens Hills CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program. We at Green Edge seek innovative ways of expanding the availability of organic produce to the residents of both Athens County and the greater Columbus area. This Summer 2009 CSA season promises to be especially exciting. We are thrilled to be working with three partners for this CSA: Cherry Orchards, Village Bakery & Cafe, and Snowville Creamery & thanks to them we are able to offer a seasonal share that not only includes our delicious organic vegetables, but also fruit, bread and milk on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. If this sparks your culinary curiosity you can find out more about our farm and CSA program by visiting our website www.greenedgegardens.com. Thanks!
Monday, April 20, 2009
Meals for Moms
Online Forum Available
If you have any problems with the subscription contact Tamara at tamaravk@gmail.com.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Infertility Support Group Tonight (4/8)
Wednesday, April 8th
from 7:00 to 8:30pm at The Plains Library (797-4579 for directions)
So many of us are or have been affected by infertility. We offer this group as a time of sharing and support. These sessions are open to all and are facilitated by Connie Patterson, a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Infertility Support Group (4/8)
Wednesday, April 8th
from 7:00 to 8:30pm at The Plains Library (797-4579 for directions)
So many of us are or have been affected by infertility. We offer this group as a time of sharing and support. These sessions are open to all and are facilitated by Connie Patterson, a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Play Group 4/2
We have decided to have the Birth Circle's play group meet once a month instead of twice, so the group will now meet only on the first Thursday of each month. The next meeting will be on Thursday, April 2nd from 3-5pm at the Athens Library.
Monday, March 23, 2009
March Monthly Meeting (3/25): Relaxation Techniques for Labor
Wednesday, March 25th
from 7:00 to 8:30pm
at the Athens Library
Learn relaxation techniques from mothers, birth partners, doulas, childbirth educators, and prenatal yoga teachers. And bring your ideas and experiences too -- what worked for you or your partner during labor?
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Free Prenatal Yoga Class
Every Monday in March
from 5:30 to 6:30pm
at the Athens library
for more info contact Laura Post at lp342300@ohio.edu
Birth Circle Cookbook
We still need submissions for the Birth Circle recipe book.
Please send your inquiries or submissions to Timi at timisingley@yahoo.com.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Meals for Moms
Our Meals for Moms program is also looking for volunteers and participants to receive meals. Contact Hanna Vorisek at hannavorisek@yahoo.com.
Online Forum
The Birth Circle offers an online discussion forum so the conversations and birth stories can continue after our meetings! If you would like to subscribe to this forum simply send an email to: AthensBC-subscribe@yahoogroups.com.
If you have any problems with the subscription contact Tamara at tamaravk@gmail.com.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Free Prenatal Yoga Classes
Every Monday in March
from 5:30 to 6:30pm
at the Athens library
for more info contact Laura Post at lp342300@ohio.edu
March Play Group (3/5)
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Playgroup at the Athens Library (2/26)
Thursday, February 19, 2009
February Play Group 2/26
The Birth Circle Play Group will next meet on Thursday, February 26th from 3-5pm in the kids' area of the Athens library. All ages are welcome! For more information contact the playgroup coordinator, Cassandra Waller: 740-707-2519, cassmee@yahoo. com.
Monday, February 16, 2009
February Monthly Meeting: Nutrition During Pregnancy and Lactation
Wednesday, February 18th, from 7:00 to 8:30pm at the Athens Library
Jody Shriver, BS, CLC, will give a presentation on “eating right for our blossoming bellies and boobies.” The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
February Play Groups
The Birth Circle Play Group will meet this month on Thursday, February 5th and Thursday, February 26th from 3-5pm in the kids' area of the Athens library. All ages are welcome! This is a great chance for both children and parents to make new friends. The group meets on the first and last Thursday of each month for two hours of play, socializing, and support.
For more information contact the playgroup coordinator, Cassandra Waller: 740-707-2519, cassmee@yahoo.com.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Pregnancy Loss Support Group this Tuesday (2/3)
Tuesday, February 3rd
from 7:00 to 8:30pm
at the Athens Library
This is the first of our new support groups -- more intimate sessions, separate from the regular monthly meetings, to help us learn and share with each other about emotional topics surrounding pregnancy and childbirth. Sessions will be facilitated by Connie Patterson, a Licensed Professional Counselor. February's group will focus on "pregnancy loss," which ranges from miscarriage to stillbirth to grieving your pregnancy after the baby is born.
***Please note that these sessions are open to all, whether you have experienced pregnancy loss recently or decades ago, or perhaps you don't have personal experience with pregnancy loss but know someone who has -- the more people there to share and offer support, the better for us all***
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Athens Birth Circle Meeting Tonight 1/28 Canceled
Tonight's Birth Circle meeting is canceled due to the weather. We'll reschedule this topic for the spring.
Stay warm and safe!
Molly S. Wales
Executive Director, The Birth Circle
www.athensbirthcircle.org
molly.wales@yahoo.com
740-592-4408
Sunday, January 25, 2009
January Play Group: 1/29
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
January Meeting: Jan. 28
Join us on Wednesday, January 28th from 7-8:30pm at the Athens library for a discussion about the choice to have subsequent kids, and how to prepare your child/children if you do. This is a particularly difficult decision for some, especially in these times of economic decline and population growth. In the second half of the meeting, we'll share stories and tips for helping your family prepare for the arrival of a new baby.
Questions?
Contact Molly Wales
Executive Director, The Birth Circle
molly.wales@yahoo.com
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Birth Circle Meeting Topic Ideas?
Please contact:
Molly Wales
Executive Director, The Birth Circle
molly.wales@yahoo.com
740-592-4408
Thursday, January 1, 2009
No Playgroup this Week
For more information or questions, contact Cassie Waller at 740-707-2519 or cassmee@yahoo.com.