Classes & Events

* About Families main focus is on bringing parents together and offering support and education. We have very mixed feelings about the steps to take right now to keep the community we value so much safe during this virus outbreak. We know that isolation can contribute to the challenges of parenting especially in those first months with a new baby. Our support groups have gone virtual as well as our upcoming Birth Doula Training. We are also offering a discount during this time for our Doula Training. If  we have not offered a virtual options for a class a future date will be announced, but we are still here for you! My personal cell is 805-570-3725 and email is Joanna.whitlow@formomsandbabies.com. I will do free phone consults for breastfeeding or postpartum or just be an ear or offer resources for anyone during this time. Please stay healthy and safe!
-Joanna💕

Free Breastfeeding Support
​*Virtual Consults Available*

What:
Our FREE breastfeeding support will be starting back next week! Until then
our certified lactation consultants will be available to assist via appointment only. We want to encourage and guide you on your breastfeeding journey. Please email joanna@formomsandbabies.com for appointments.

Where:
JadaBugs Kids Boutique
78377 CA-111 S, 
La Quinta, CA 92253​

When: WEEKLY (ON GOING)
Tuesdays

Time: 
12:30PM- 1:30PM 
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Cost:
FREE: Donations accepted*​

​Sign Up HERE

Mama Support Network​
*Zoom Meetings every Thursday*

What:
This is a group for moms of new babies, under 6 months old, designed to foster relationships. Join us for a 6 week session. Each week will focus on a specific topic that new and repeat mothers often encounter. 

Where:
JadaBugs Kids Boutique
78377 CA-111 S, 
La Quinta, CA 92253​

When: Weekly (ON GOING)
Thursdays
​
Time: 
12:30PM- 2PM

Cost:
Free: Donations accepted*

​Sign Up HERE

Virtual Birth Doula Training
​Special Discounted Price!

What:
About Families INC.'s Doula training to become a certified birth doula. This training will be a 2 day training that leads into certification and continued encouragement and support and education opportunities to grow as a birth doula.

Where:
Zoom Virtual Classroom
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When:
July 25th & 26th
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Cost: Special Discounted Price 
$425 per person
​*minimum deposit $100 due at registration

Register Today
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Newborn Care Class

What:
Learn the basics of newborn care and feeding. Feel confident and secure bringing your new little one home.​

Where:
Virtual Zoom Class

When:
Saturday, February 15th
Saturday, April 25th *Canceled*
​Saturday, June 20th
Saturday, August 22nd

Time:
1PM -3PM
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Cost:
$30 per couple


​Sign Up HERE

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Infant CPR
Class

What:
Learn what to do in an emergency to save your baby from the unthinkable. This is not a certification course. The course is for family and caregivers.

Where:
JadaBugs Kids Boutique
78377 CA-111 S,
La Quinta, CA 92253​​​

When:
​
Saturday, November 16th

​Time:
10:00-12:00
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Cost:
$40 per couple​
*partial scholarships available

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Breastfeeding Basics Class

What:
Designed for expectant parents to prepare for breastfeeding. Learn what to expect and how to manage the first few weeks and beyond.

Where:
Virtual Zoom Class

​When:
​Saturday, February 15th
Saturday, April 25th *Canceled* 
Saturday, June 20th
​Saturday, August 22nd
​
Time:
10AM - 12PM

Cost:
$30 per couple​.

​Sign Up HERE

Informed Childbirth Class

What:
Overview of what you can expect during your labor and delivery, comfort techniques, birth plans and more!
Bring a couple of pillows and a yoga mat to the first class.

Where:
Virtual Zoom Class

When:
One Day Class:

Saturday, January 18th
Saturday, March 14th
​Saturday, May 16th
Saturday, July 18th
Saturday, September 19th


Time:
10:00am-4:00pm
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Cost:
$90 per couple​

​Sign Up HERE


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Introspective Parenting Workshop
Zoom Online Class

What:
Introspective Parenting Workshop

Do you feel like you’ve tried every parenting tool and still can’t find peace in your home?
​
In this 3-wk workshop, we will practice an “inside-out” approach to parenting where we examine the internal world of the parent and child to support us in discovering solutions that align with our values. We will look at the thoughts and feelings parents often experience in regard to their child’s challenging behaviors, including... guilt, anger, disapproval, exhaustion, confusion, and an overall feeling of being out of control.

Through various experiential techniques, including closed-eye processes, group discussions, individual sharing, and
supportive coaching, parents will learn ways to let go of the internal blocks that are
stopping them from seeing forwarding solutions.

During this workshop we will practice...
—addressing the underlying needs of yourself and your child
—being empathetic and compassionate
—letting go of unwanted thoughts and feelings
—discovering the values we want to use as a guide for our parenting

Where:
Zoom Conference

When: 
October 1st, 8th & 15 2020
 &
​March 2nd, 9th & 16th 2021
​
Time:
7:00-9:00

Cost:
Free

Sign Up Here

Facilitator:
Faith Chinnock is a Certified Life Coach, Positive Discipline Parent Educator, and is
passionate about Nonviolent Communication. As the Mother of two children, Faith
experienced some of the challenges parents face and decided to develop workshops
and parenting support groups that provide a way for parents to become aware of and
implement a parenting approach that aligns with their values.​

Peaceful Parenting 
​Zoom Online Class

What:
"The Power of Showing Up"

This parenting workshop has the power to transform your relationship with your children by laying a framework for understanding their actions and behaviors and building a relationship through strategies that encourage children to be their best. This interactive 3 session workshop is designed to provide parents with a better understanding of children and their behaviors. When we look beyond a child’s behavior to the inner heart of a child we can better understand the child and, ultimately, create positive changes in our relationships with children.


Where:
Zoom Conference ​​

When:
​3 session Class
May 20th, 27th & June 3rd

Time:
6:30-8:00

Cost:
Free for the 3 weeks for 2 family members

Sign Up Here

Debbie Midcalf, MAEd, is a Positive Discipline Classroom Educator and Certified Parent Coach. She has worked in the field of early childhood education for thirty years and is currently employed as an adjunct instructor at College of the Desert and Brandman University. She coaches parents and educators on the principles of Positive Discipline strategies so that they can find joy and calm in the midst of chaos. Debbie believes that every child should be afforded the opportunity to a joyful early learning environment in which they feel secure, loved, and valued.

Basic Child Safety Class

 CPR Certification Course

Positive Parenting 
Zoom Online Class

What:
A program designed for 4-6 year olds that provides practical and basic safety information. This is a 1.5 hour curriculum, teaching home and body safety.

Where:
Portola Community Center
45480 Portola Ave
​Palm Desert, CA 92260

When: 
Saturday December 7th

Time:
10:00-11:30

Cost:
$15 per child w/ accompanying adult
-$10 per sibling
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Sign Up Here

​What:
A class that is hands on and provides hands on practice and training in CPR, AED and First aid that will conclude with each participate receiving their certification card.

Where: 
JadaBugs Kids Boutique
78377 CA-111 S.
La Quinta, CA 92253

When:
Nov/Dec dates TBA

Time:
1:00-4:00

Cost:
$75 per person

Sign up Here

What: 
While parenting is extremely rewarding and enjoyable, it can also be demanding and overwhelming. The most important part of parenting is developing a strong emotional bond with your child. Come and join our 3 week workshop and learn with other parents how to develop emotionally healthy children and promote positive behavior. In session 1 you will learn the 3 basic parenting styles and the importance of meeting your child’s 5 basic needs to develop their positive self-esteem. In session 2 you will learn 10 strategies that will help you build a strong emotional bond with your child, encourage good behavior, and teach them new skills. In session 3 you will learn 7 strategies that will help you manage your child’s misbehavior and teach them self-control. This workshop is presented by two nationally accredited Positive Parenting Program providers, Alejandro Reyes, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Ana G. Mendoza, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

Where:
Zoom Virtual Conference 

When:
​3 session Class
TBA

Time: 
TBA

Cost:
Free for the 3 weeks for 2 family members