Hudson Valley Due Date Club

Pregnancy & Babywearing Walk and Talk: All are welcome!

Meet at the Pavilion of the Hudson Valley Rail Trail, 101 New Paltz Road in Highland, NY. Bathrooms at the Pavilion.

We leave promptly at 2:00 pm for an out-and-back towards Tony Williams Park.

• 1 hour walk at your own pace.
• This is a social activity.
• No one gets left behind.
• Bring a snack and water, if you like.

Dress warmly, the Rail Trail is always cooler than you would expect. You can bring your baby in a stroller, but carrying is highly recommended due to the temperature.

Parking is free.

Most Wednesdays, 10 am - 11 am - You must RSVP!

The Reformed Church of Poughkeepsie
70 Hooker Ave
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

The aim of the group is to encourage, support, and connect moms of young kids with other moms. The group meets downstairs in the nursery.

We have refreshments, floor seating and space for babies, and toys for toddlers.

Non-denominational & diverse. Please help us spread the word..."All are welcome!"

For info: call/text Donna 845-750-4402

Attachment Parenting Workshop - $60 for single or couple.

This workshop is ideal for couples who are just starting on their parenting journey together and those who are finding they need more empathy and skill in creating a peace-filled family.

Whether you call it compassionate, attachment, or responsive parenting, there's a lot to consider in current child development research about raising happy, healthy and connected children.

Join the Hudson Valley Due Date Club for a special monthly workshop focused on bonding with a new baby.

Learn about Attachment Theory and learn practical tools for growing happy, healthy, and comfortable babies. Learn how parenting and discipline changes as babies grow into toddlers and children. Learn how to balance your ideals with your reality and set boundaries around your needs as parents.

We will provide an overview of responsive parenting during:

• Birth
• Bonding
• Breastfeeding
• Babywearing
• Bedsharing and sleep safety!

Connect with other parents-to-be in the mid-Hudson Valley Region and learn valuable tips on preparing for life with a new baby. Whether you're a first-time mom and dad, or looking for ways to to do things a little differently this time around, this ongoing workshop is perfect for you.

The Attachment Parenting Workshop is an interactive workshop and includes a workbook with responsive parenting ideas, checklists, shopping tips and space for notes. You can start at any time and attend as many workshops as you like. Each workshop is slightly different and each time you attend you will gain a deeper level of understanding in yourself and your relationship to your baby.

This interactive workshop is led by Donna Bruschi, IBCLC.

Donna is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and a mother of three attached adult children, including twins.

This group is for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers and babies looking to make new friends and learn about breastfeeding in a safe, small and supportive breastfeeding community. Meetings are moderated by Donna Bruschi, IBCLC, a lactation consultant with more than 20 years experience.

The Breastfeeding Café is a small, local community that aims to provide friendship, breastfeeding support and education. Mother-to-mother support is the most important factor in how much and how long you and your baby breastfeed.

Join like-minded people to talk about babies, breastfeeding, feeding, first foods, weaning and mothering a breastfeeding baby.

A meeting generally goes like this:

1. Welcome with Introductions and "ice breaker"
2. Discussion topic
3. Sharing time for questions, challenges, and celebrations
4. Closing
5. Free time for conversations and exchanging numbers

Our meeting space is in Highland, NY. The space is clean and we use HEPA air filtration. If you or your baby are showing symptoms of illness, please come after you get better.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I nurse my baby during the group?
100% yes -- you can nurse in the group. You can also:

• nurse next to the group.
• You can cover or not.
• You can go into an adjoining room.

I'm not comfortable breastfeeding in public yet, do I have to?
100% No!
The purpose of this group is to normalize breastfeeding and explore ways to feel comfortable nursing in public. We understand that this may be new to you, and we meet you where you are at!

My baby bottle feeds, am I welcome?
Yes, you are welcome. Breastfeeding works differently for every family and sometimes, breastfeeding isn't possible at all. Often when breastfeeding does not go as planned, you are left wondering why it didn't work out. This group provides answers and healing. This group can be the first step in re-lactation, or successfully breastfeeding your next baby.

Do I have to talk?
You don't have to talk--you are welcome to sit back and observe.

Can I bring my own food?
You are welcome to bring your own food and drinks.

My family is "non-traditional." Will I feel comfortable?
Yes, The Breastfeeding Café group is for all kinds of families.

What about COVID, Flu, RSV, Mpox and TB -- Is this safe for my baby?
It's as safe as we can make it.

• People with symptoms must stay home.
• We have HEPA air filtration for continuous air cleaning
• Adults are allowed to wear masks

Can I just drop in?
No, space is limited and you must reserve your spot.