CLOTH DIAPERING

Wednesday, March 25^th

From 7:00 to 8:30pm

At the Athens Library

In preparation for the Great Cloth Diaper Change on April 18^th, we are bringing in the cloth diapering experts (moms and dads) to share their experiences, show you the different choices in cloth diapers, and share the advantages of cloth diapering.  Bring your questions, and pens and paper to take notes!

Thanks to our March Meeting Sponsor:  Laura Nadeau

Music Together in Athens: NEW CLASSES AND MORE TIMES!!

In addition to the Music Together® Mixed-Age classes (birth to age 5), Laura Nadeau has announced that she will also be teaching Music Together® Babies (0-8 months) and Music Together Big Kids® (5-8 years old) starting this JANUARY 16th at ARTS/West! Visit the Music Together in Athens website to learn more about this amazing research-based music curriculum and register your family for Winter Semester featuring The Bells Collection! If you need any additional information feel free to contact Laura Nadeau at nadeau68@gmail.com or 740-707-9736. 

MARCH PLAY GROUP: RESCHEDULED

Thursday, March 12th from 3:00 to 5:00pm

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

WHAT’S IN A NAME? DEFINING DOULAS , MONITRICES, CPMS, CNMS & MORE

Wednesday, February 25th from 7:00 to 8:30pm at the Athens Library

Erica Andrews and Lauren Genter sift through the various types of birth workers, and their designations, that we have in our community. Come find out the differences and similarities between them and bring your questions for an enlightening conversation about pregnancy and childbirth care options in our area.

 

Thanks to our February Meeting Sponsor:  Jennifer Cochran
Jennifer is a licensed massage therapist at Ping Fitness Center on the campus of Ohio
University and at the Athens Wellness Cooperative.   Jennifer offers a therapeutic blend of Swedish
and deep tissue massage, movement and myofascial release.  A graduate of Otterbein College, Ohio
University and Hocking College, Jennifer was drawn to massage therapy as a second career by the
desire to help people nurture and heal their bodies and minds.  While pregnant with her first child, Jennifer discovered the value of massage and osteopathic manipulation in relieving some of the aches and pains often associated with pregnancy. Jennifer has received training in Swedish massage, pre-natal massage, deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, Reiki, reflexology, aromatherapy and polarity therapy.  She is experienced in working on pregnant women and new mothers to relieve pain and discomfort related to pregnancy and postpartum issues and to promote a sense of well-being as an expectant mother prepares for her birth.

CELEBRATING MOLLY

The Birth Circle is hosting a party at Casa Nueva for our former Executive Director, Molly Wales.  Join us in celebrating the incredible work she’s done for our community as we gather. 

Sunday, February 8^th, from 1-4pm.

FEBRUARY PLAY GROUP

Thursday, February 5th from 3:00 to 5:00pm

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

PLACENTA ENCAPSULATION

Wednesday, January 28th from 7:00 to 8:30pm 

at the Athens Library

If you have ever wondered what Placenta Encapsulation is and why anyone would do it, then this is the meeting for you.  Certified Birth Doula Rachel Szostek will explain the process a placenta goes through from birth to encapsulation with a slideshow and photos, she will explain the various ways you can use the placenta after birth, and share why some women choose to do placenta encapsulation.  Moms who have done this are welcome to come and share their stories as well.  Please bring your questions and join us for an informative start to the new year.

Thank you to our January Monthly Meeting Sponsor:

Music Together in Athens: NEW CLASSES AND MORE TIMES!!

In addition to the Music Together^® Mixed-Age classes (birth to age 5), Laura Nadeau has announced that she will also be teaching Music Together^® Babies (0-8 months) and Music Together Big Kids^® (5-8 years old) starting this JANUARY 16th at ARTS/West! Visit the Music Together in Athens website to learn more about this amazing research-based music curriculum and register your family for Winter Semester featuring The Bells Collection! If you need any additional information feel free to contact Laura Nadeau at nadeau68@gmail.comor 740-707-9736

JANUARY PLAY GROUP

Thursday, January 8th 

from 3:00 to 5:00pm

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

JIVE! FAMILY NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY ***NEW & IMPROVED***

Wednesday, December 31st *at Eclipse Company Store*

5:00 to 7:30pm, the ball drops at 7:00pm

Athens' only family friendly New Year's Eve party is sure to be a hit for the entire family!  Located at Kiser's Barbeque at Eclipse, this year's JIVE! party will feature Kiser's pizza, Fluff bakery desserts, and other local eats.  As for drinks, the kids can enjoy Snowville Creamery chocolate milk while the adults can choose from a variety of local brews, including Jackie O's.  Entertainment will include dancing, face painting, a photo booth, and more, as we expand to the upstairs portion of the Eclipse Company Store.  The MC for the evening will give away a variety of door prizes donated by local businesses.  Also new this year: a nursing room for new babies and their families.  Don't miss this opportunity to come out with other families and support the Athens Birth Circle!  Tickets go on sale December 3rd via our website (www.athensbirthcircle.com) and will also be available in person at Fluff Bakery.

Please also support our generous sponsors:

Ohio University Credit Union

The Liz Maule Team of the Athens Real Estate Company

Fluff Bakery

Kiser's Barbeque

Stuart's Opera House

Cradled in Joy Birth Services

Athens Mini Maestros

Donkey Coffee

The Farmacy

Better than Organic: Spa, Beauty, and Personal Care

Inhale Yoga

Snowville Creamery

The Athens Real Estate Company

DECEMBER PLAY GROUP

Thursday, December 4th 

3:00 to 5:00pm

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

NO MONTHLY MEETING IN DECEMBER

There is no monthly meeting is December because we are putting all of our effort into our fantastic family-friendly New Year's Eve event, JIVE!--come on out and ring in 2015 with us!

BREASTFEEDING CHALLENGES & SOLUTIONS

Tuesday, November 25th

from 7:00 to 8:30pm at the Athens Library

**Please note that this meeting is on a different day of the week than usual**

Learn how to deal with common breastfeeding problems like engorgement, latch issues, low supply and more. We’ll hear from moms, LLL Leaders, and medical professionals. Bring your questions and concerns!

NOVEMBER PLAY GROUP

Thursday, November 6 

from 3:00 to 5:00pm at the Athens Public Library

Come and join us in the kids' section of the library for two hours of play, socializing and support. All ages are welcome!

MEALS FOR MOMS COOKS NEEDED ASAP!

We have had multiple requests for Meals for Moms this month, but are having a hard time finding cooks to make them.  Can you help?  It can be anything from a bag of groceries, to a gift certificate, to simply making some extra of your own dinner.  If you can help, please email Talia Parrotti at tparrotti@hotmail.com.  Thanks!

CAN YOU HELP WITH JIVE?

JIVE! is the Birth Circle's family friendly New Year's Eve party where the ball drops at 7:00 pm.  It is a great event with kids activities, dancing, food, and drinks.  However, it is a big event that requires lots of volunteers!  Would you consider donating your time and talents to this worthy fundraiser?  There are jobs that begin now and end by Thanksgiving.  There are others that start closer to the event.  Time commitments vary.  Please consider!  If you are interested in helping, please contact Emily at emily.schmaltz@gmail.com as soon as possible.  Thank you!

SOMEONE NEEDS TO CHANGE THEIR PANTS AND IT'S NOT MY BABY!

Wednesday, October 29th from 7:00 to 8:30pm 

at the Athens Library

Find out what is considered normal urinary leakage after childbirth, and learn a few helpful hints to control it. Presented by Angel Thomas, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Ohio Health O’Bleness Health Systems.

CEREMONY HONORING PREGNANCY AND INFANT LOSS

Sunday, October 19th at 3:00pm

Sells Park

Avon Pl. Athens, OH

The Athens Birth Circle will hold a ceremony at the Pregnancy and Infant Loss Memorial Bench at Sells Park, to honor and celebrate the short lives of babies lost through miscarriage, stillbirth or in infancy. This year’s ceremony will include readings and a time of sharing. The event is open to the public, and children are welcome to attend. If parents are unable to attend the ceremony but would like their child’s name or due date spoken, or a particular poem or prayer read, they can contact Molly at molly.wales@yahoo.com or 740-591-9409.

MOM'S NIGHT OUT!

Monday, October 6th

7:30pm at the Casa Cantina Bodega

Join us on the first Monday of every month at the Casa Cantina for Moms' Night Out.  This is just an informal time for moms to get together and socialize.  We hope to see BC moms new and old, so mark your calendars (and your partner's/babysitter's calendar too)!

OCTOBER PLAY GROUP

Thursday, October 2nd

3:00 to 5:00pm

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

OSTEOPATHIC MANIPULATION FOR MOMS AND BABIES

Wednesday, September 24

from 7:00 to 8:30pm at the Athens Library

Have you ever wondered about osteopathic manipulation - what is it, how does it help, and what are your options locally?  Luke Robinson, DO (UMA) will introduce us to the benefits of using osteopathic manipulation for pregnant women, the postpartum mother, and newborns.

SEPTEMBER PLAY GROUP

Thursday, September 4th

3:00 to 5:00pm

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