Groups & Classes
Whether you're newly pregnant or due in a matter of weeks, you probably have a lot on your mind related to your pregnancy, upcoming birth, and preparations for after your baby is born. There are many resources to help you as you move closer to your estimated due date. Interested in learning more or registering? You can email me through the icon at the top of the page or at 'amydeebeck@gmail.com'
In-Person Groups during Pregnancy & Parenthood
New Parents' Group at The Cocuun With the birth of a baby, a parent is born. Transitioning from pregnancy to parenthood brings a unique set of challenges, joys and experiences. Join me in a weekly group where you can show up just as you are. Group is intended to support the needs of families with babies that are 5 months or younger. Precautions to gather in-person include: adults are required to wear masks, group size is limited to allow for us to spread out in the space and no shared items between families. Group will meet Wednesdays, October 6-November 10, 10-11am. Group fee $80. Registration can be found here. Group size is limited to 5 registrants
Childbirth Preparation at the Cocuun Join Amy Beck in a 3-week, small group childbirth preparation class. Combining online resources and in-person interaction, you'll have an opportunity to learn about the stages of labor, medical interventions, comfort measures and the 4th trimester. Precautions to gather in-person include: adults are required to wear masks, group size is limited to allow for us to spread out in the space and no shared materials. Class meets Thursdays, November 4, 11 & 18, 6-8pm. Class fee is $150. Registration can be found here. Class size is limited to 4 pairs
Childbirth Preparation at the Cocuun Join Amy Beck in a 3-week, small group childbirth preparation class. Combining online resources and in-person interaction, you'll have an opportunity to learn about the stages of labor, medical interventions, comfort measures and the 4th trimester. Precautions to gather in-person include: adults are required to wear masks, group size is limited to allow for us to spread out in the space and no shared materials. Class meets Thursdays, November 4, 11 & 18, 6-8pm. Class fee is $150. Registration can be found here. Class size is limited to 4 pairs
Online Groups & Classes during Pregnancy & Parenthood
Zoom Group meets Mondays, December 6-January 31, 12-1pm and is offered for pregnant people, babies & their parents. This group was started in spring 2020 after the pandemic halted any in-person gatherings. $80 (Please note group is not facilitated on January 17, but Zoom room will be "open" for registrants to meet)
Since then, I've hosted several Zoom group series and seen how even online support makes a difference. Some previous participants have shared the following testimonials:
This has been such a wonderful group! Totally recommend to any new mamas—having the support from those in the same boat has made such a difference in the first few months! ~
I can't imagine having gone through my last few months of pregnancy and first few months of new motherhood without these groups! It's been great to hear from others about their experiences and get advice, and we've even been able to connect outside of the official group as well, which has been especially nice during this time of social isolation. ~
I highly recommend this group (and Amy Beck) to new moms! As soon as I started attending these group sessions, I felt a huge weight lift from my shoulders. Pregnancy and new parenthood are hard roads to walk alone in a pandemic. The support and care from this Zoom group has made all the difference. You also really can be from anywhere-don’t worry if you aren’t local to Bloomington. ~
I also definitely recommend this group!! Community is so important, especially in a new life stage, even more so during a pandemic! I was nervous to join an online group but had looked forward to meeting other new parents who I can say are now friends! Plus Amy is pretty amazing too. ~
Thank YOU for inviting and holding the space. I appreciate and support your mission to gather new moms and their babes to create connections, even more so given the isolation wounds of this time. I believe with intention, more access to community connections, and growing emotional resources, we will build better and better generations of resilient, kind people. I appreciate your group watering those sprouting seeds :) ~
Since then, I've hosted several Zoom group series and seen how even online support makes a difference. Some previous participants have shared the following testimonials:
This has been such a wonderful group! Totally recommend to any new mamas—having the support from those in the same boat has made such a difference in the first few months! ~
I can't imagine having gone through my last few months of pregnancy and first few months of new motherhood without these groups! It's been great to hear from others about their experiences and get advice, and we've even been able to connect outside of the official group as well, which has been especially nice during this time of social isolation. ~
I highly recommend this group (and Amy Beck) to new moms! As soon as I started attending these group sessions, I felt a huge weight lift from my shoulders. Pregnancy and new parenthood are hard roads to walk alone in a pandemic. The support and care from this Zoom group has made all the difference. You also really can be from anywhere-don’t worry if you aren’t local to Bloomington. ~
I also definitely recommend this group!! Community is so important, especially in a new life stage, even more so during a pandemic! I was nervous to join an online group but had looked forward to meeting other new parents who I can say are now friends! Plus Amy is pretty amazing too. ~
Thank YOU for inviting and holding the space. I appreciate and support your mission to gather new moms and their babes to create connections, even more so given the isolation wounds of this time. I believe with intention, more access to community connections, and growing emotional resources, we will build better and better generations of resilient, kind people. I appreciate your group watering those sprouting seeds :) ~
Private Childbirth Education Classes & Consultations
Preparing for your upcoming birth is often times filled with a range of emotions and thoughts.
If you'd like to schedule a private class, email me at 'amydeebeck@gmail.com' and we can arrange scheduling. Classes vary in length, though you could probably expect to meet for 1-2 hours, 2-3 times. Cost of class starts at $15/half-hour when meeting virtually and $40/hour when meeting in-person. With private class registration, you'll receive online access to materials via Google Classroom.
If you need referrals to other educators or professionals, please let me know.
If you'd like to schedule a private class, email me at 'amydeebeck@gmail.com' and we can arrange scheduling. Classes vary in length, though you could probably expect to meet for 1-2 hours, 2-3 times. Cost of class starts at $15/half-hour when meeting virtually and $40/hour when meeting in-person. With private class registration, you'll receive online access to materials via Google Classroom.
If you need referrals to other educators or professionals, please let me know.
Community Groups
Community Groups are available to those seeking opportunities to share and discuss with others a variety of topics. Previous Community Groups offered include "Coming of Age Together: Supporting Children in their Middle Ages (ages 7-12)", "Simplifying Space & Self: Explore Minimalism, Create Calm in Your Family & Simplify This Season of Motherhood" & "Perimenopausal Years: Reduce Fear, Openly Share Practical Advice & Redefine Perimenopause as a Normal, Healthy and Possibly Empowering Life Transition".
Upcoming Community Groups will be shared and listed as they are scheduled. Please contact me if you're interested in a facilitated conversation with your established group.
Upcoming Community Groups will be shared and listed as they are scheduled. Please contact me if you're interested in a facilitated conversation with your established group.
