Help your baby sleep through the night

Services Offered

Newborn Care Class

Ideal for first time parents. This is a private class designed to support your needs. I meet with you in your home (Marin County or San Francisco only). Breastfeeding, baby care and my special baby secrets are discussed. Parents who have taken this class tell me it is NOT a repeat of other newborn care classes taught through the hospital. You will learn how to cope with crying, how to read your baby’s needs, and how to get into a good rhythm from the day you bring the baby home. Price is dependent on how many hours you book. Usually it takes 2-3 hours.
Price: $100 per hour

Breastfeeding

This is a private class designed to help you prepare for breastfeeding your baby. We discuss the first few weeks, positioning, latching, pumping and milk production. Breast pumps and supplies are also discussed. This is a class tailored to your needs and usually lasts 1-2 hours. Men are definitely invited to join their wives. Taught in your home (Marin County or San Francisco only.)
Price: $100 per hour.
Private lactation consultations are available in your home after the baby arrives.
Marsha Podd, R.N. is a certified lactation specialist.

Infant, Child, and Adult CPR

Everyone should know what to do in case of an emergency and someone stops breathing. Caregivers or parents with young children under age 5 are especially encouraged to know how to perform choke saving techniques and rescue breathing and cardiac compressions. It only takes a few minutes without oxygen to cause brain damage or death in small children. The paramedics don’t get to the home fast enough to save most children’s lives, thus it is critical for parents to know these skills. Depending on how many segments you want to learn, each one takes 1-2 hours (infant, child, or adult). Review classes usually take less time. (Marin County or San Francisco only.) It is recommended people who are around young children take this class yearly.
Price: $30-45 per person depending on size of group and if American Red Cross Certification is needed.

Pediatric First Aid

This class is for caregivers or parents who want to feel more comfortable with treating accidents in young children. We will discuss falls, head trauma, broken bones, cuts and scrapes, choke saving, broken teeth, as well as other trauma. When to go to the hospital, when to call 911, and when to treat your child at home will be discussed. This is a private class taught in your home. American Red Cross Certification is available.
Price: $30-45 per person depending on size of group.

Infant or Toddler Sleep Consultations

Marsha Podd, R.N. will help you create a loving approach to better sleep. Whether your family co-sleeps or your child is in another room, night waking can be a problem for your family.

Family history, sleep environment, health, feedings and sleep cycles will be discussed. No matter how many books you have read, this is designed to be a support system to help your family develop better sleeping habits. Initial evaluation and consultation usually takes 1-2 hours and can be either by telephone or in your home. It is recommended that you also have 3-4 follow-up sessions of 15-30 minutes each.
Price: $125 per hour

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