Fern Drillings, RN 212.744.6649 Notes: Fern is synonymous with childbirth/Lamaze education in Manhattan. She is a nurse on staff at NYU Hospital and also teaches Baby CPR.
New York Presbyterian Hospital (Preparation For Parenthood) 420 E 76th St New York, NY 10021 212.746.3215 nyp.org Realbirth 54 West 22nd Street, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10010 212.367.9006 realbirth.com Notes: The unique thing about Realbirth is that it offers classes in a variety of childbirth methods. In addition, there are classes on breastfeeding, CPR, and more.
92nd Street Y (Parenting Center) 1395 Lexington Ave New York, NY 10128 212.415.5611 92y.org
Notes: Ellen Chuse has a vast amount of experience as a childbirth educator and currently sits on the board of directors for the Childbirth Education Association on Metropolitan New York. Services offered are group and private childbirth preperation classes, a full weekend intensive class, and pre and post natal counseling and support groups.
Ellen Krug, MSW, CSW, CCE
Choiceful Birth and Parenting 718.768.0494 Notes: Ellen Krug has been a long standing fixture in the Brooklyn parent community, offering private counseling and group classes on pregnancy, childbirth and parenting.
Audrey Stone CCE
718.768.8248 Notes: Audrey offers either group or private classes out of her home. Topics include: anatomy and physiology of labor, nutrition, labor support, pain coping techniques, medications, interventions, breastfeeding, newborn care, and the postpartum period.
Long Island College Hospital
339 Hicks Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
718.780.1336
Notes: LICH, part of the Continuum Health Partnership along with St. Luke's Roosevelt and Beth Israel Hospitals, offers ongoing childbirth classes and maternity education. Classes in Lamaze, or a combination of Lamaze and Bradley methods of childbirth are offered in six sessions at two hours each, or three sessions of four hours each. Other classes include breastfeeding, child safety and CPR, prenatal and postpartum yoga. All are taught by registered nurses or CEA certified childbirth education specialists.
Notes: A nationwide company that offers unique and comprehensive full body workouts done either outside or inside. You will NEVER be bored. The best part? Baby can come with you and the stroller is incorporated into the workout...genius!
Prenatal Yoga Center 251 W. 72nd St. 2F New York, NY 10023 212.362.2985 prenatalyogacenter.com Notes: This one-stop shop was the first yoga center in New York City to focus on moms and moms-to-be. They offer Prenatal Yoga, Postnatal Yoga, Mommy and Me Yoga, Infant Massage, Baby Sign Language, and Music for Babies. They also offer support groups for Moms-to-Be and New Moms as well as a variety of events and workshops, including Childbirth Education, Infant CPR and Safety, Partner Yoga & Massage, Caring for Newborn, and Breastfeeding.
Aqua Mom 206 E 70th St New York, NY 10021 212.744.6622 aquamom.com Notes: Expectant moms rave about this 8 week class that takes place in a private pool. It is described as a fusion of aerobics, swimming, and yoga.
SpaBebe/Maternal Fitness 108 East 16th Street, 4th floor New York, NY 10003 212.353.1947 maternalfitness.com
Mary Barnes Yoga for Two 212.666.2237 yogafortwo.com Notes: Taught at various locations throughout the city, Mary Barnes's classes are lauded as being gentle but effective. She offers prenatal, mom and baby, and private yoga instruction.
Notes: A nationwide company that offers unique and comprehensive full body workouts done either outside or inside. You will NEVER be bored. The best part? Baby can come with you and the stroller is incorporated into the workout...genius!
Bridge Pilates 147 Front Street # 225 Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.522.1506 bridgepilates.com Notes: A Cradle reader tells us she has been going to Bridge since her first trimester and has yet to find an instructor she does not like. Even better, during summertime, mat classes are taught on a rooftop!
SpaBebe/Maternal Fitness 108 East 16th Street, 4th floor New York, NY 10003 212.353.1947 maternalfitness.com
Laura Favin, LMT, LCSW 220 West 71st Street, #2A New York, NY 10024 212.501.0606 917.209.6534 Notes: Laura has been a specialist in pregnancy massage for over 18 years. She is not only a massage therapist, but also a doula, infant massage instructor, and psychotherapist so she brings a multitude of skills to help her clients relax - both physically and mentally.
Wellpath Holistic Spa and Integrative Health for Women 1100 Madison Avenue (at 83rd) New York, NY 10028 212.737.9604 thewellpath.com Notes: Run by Dr. Jame Heskett, a mother of two herself, Wellpath focuses on integrating Eastern and Western medicine while also offering luxurious spa treatments.
Anne Heckheimer Prenatal Massage Center 123 West 79th Street, Suite LL2 New York, NY 10024 917.359.8176 prenatalmassagecenter.com Maternal Massage and More Janet V. Markovits, LMT 73 Spring Street, Ste 201 New York, NY 10012 212.533.3188 maternalmassageandmore.com Notes: Maternal Massage and More focuses on the many different ailments that occur during pregnancy, ranging from sciatica to swelling in the legs and feet.
Prenatal Massage :: Brooklyn
Pretty Inside
147 Front St. Suite 216
Brooklyn, NY 11201
718.222.9303
Notes: The reviews on this place are in and they are spectacular! Not only are customers digging on the massage but Citysearch awarded the facials at this homey spa the best of 2007.
Notes: Remedy is one of the luckiest finds we Cradle reseachers have stumbled upon. This holistic wellness center is run by Stacey Brosnan, a licensed nurse and mid wife who has lectured all over the country. Services offered include nutritional/lifestyle counseling, massage, reiki, acupuncture, massage and lactation counseling.
Stana Weisburd
Park Slope Doulas
917.575.1227
parkslopedoulas.com Notes: Stana is also a licensed massage therapist and specializes in pregnancy massage.
Notes: What is so great about D'mai is that it really transports you to another place. The rock gardens, wooden walkways and general zen vibe really define the true meaning of spa.
Notes: This spa is one stop shopping for the whole family. Not only do they offer a wide array of both pre and post natal treatments such as massage, facials, scrubs and acupuncture, they also think about baby and daddy. There is the "Bambini Massage" and a "Daddy Day" package
Infant CPR Classes :: Manhattan Fern Drillings, RN 212.744.6649 Notes: Fern teaches Baby CPR, and is also syonymous with childbirth/Lamaze education in Manhattan. She is a nurse on staff at NYU Hospital.
Realbirth 54 West 22nd Street, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10010 212.367.9006 realbirth.com Notes: Aside from offering Infant CPR, Realbirth offers classes in breastfeeding and a variety of childbirth methods.
New York Presbyterian Hospital (Preparation For Parenthood) 420 E 76th Street New York, NY 10021 212.746.3215 nyp.org
Soho Parenting Group 568 Broadway Suite 402 New York, NY 10012 212.334.3744 sohoparenting.com
Infant CPR Classes :: Brooklyn
Long Island College Hospital
339 Hicks Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.780.1336 wehealny.org Notes: LICH's "Child Safety" class is a one-time course that covers child proofing, accident prevention, CPR techniques as well as emergency responses to choking and drowning.
Families First
250 Baltic Street Brooklyn, NY11201
718.237.1862
Notes: A wonderful non-profit organization which offers a plethera of classes for babe and Mom, including infant CPR.
Support Groups/Resources :: Manhattan Big City Moms 917.488.8542 bigcitymoms.com
Baby Bites NYC 646.258.3907 babybitesnyc.com Notes: This group was started by Laura Deutsch, a new mother who was finding the transition somewhat tough and felt that a support group could really help. She was right! Baby Bites had its first new mothers luncheon in February 2006 and took off like wildfire. There are now luncheons and dinners for new and expectant moms in Manhattan, Long Island, Westchester, and Connecticut
Support Groups/ Resources :: Brooklyn
Pomme 81 Washington Street Brooklyn, NY 11201 718.855.0623 pommenyc.com Notes: Pomme is the perfect combo--an amazing French children's clothing store that doubles as the space for a new mom's group on Friday afternoons. The owners of the store are moms themselves and many Brooklyn mamas consider Pomme their home away from home.
Notes: Remedy is one of the luckiest finds we Cradle reseachers have stumbled upon. This holistic wellness center is run by Stacey Brosnan, a licensed nurse and mid wife who has lectured all over the country. Services offered include nutritional/lifestyle counseling, massage, reiki, acupuncture, massage and lactation counseling.
Notes: Ellen Chuse has a vast amount of experience as a childbirth educator and currently sits on the board of directors for the Childbirth Education Association on Metropolitan New York. Services offered are group and private childbirth preperation classes, a full weekend intensive class, and pre and post natal counseling and support groups.
Ellen Krug, MSW, CSW, CCE
Choiceful Birth and Parenting 718.768.0494 Notes: Ellen Krug has been a long standing fixture in the Brooklyn parent community, offering private counseling and group classes on pregnancy, childbirth and parenting.
W Hotel "Baby Me" Package Multiple locations 877.782.0027 whotels.com Notes: Special spa treatments for expectant moms, fun swag, and a beautiful modern room at the W of your choice. Great package!
Babymoon Getaway Ideas :: Worth the Trip
TopNotch Resort and Spa 4000 Mountain Road Stowe, VT 05672 802.253.8585 topnotchresort.com Notes: Just 40 minutes by plane from JFK to Burlington, this top rated spa and hotel is in the lush and beautiful mountains of Vermont and is therefore great year round. Renovated rooms, a great restaurant, and beautiful sights for miles. Done!
Notes: The photos from Vintage Vignettes are very true to the name. Pictures are taken with black-and-white film, and then sepia-tone or hand-colored with oil paints. The photos have a slightly Victorian sensibility and really capture wonderful expressions and moments.
Notes: Kate will take her documentary style photos at the location of your choice (home, studio. She also offers gift certificates which make great shower gifts.
