Schedule of PCC 185:
Dates: March 14, 21, 28, April 11 [Sundays]
Time: 9-12:30am
Venue: Pulse Yoga GH (Change of Venue. Not in: Robinson Circle, H.P.Javier St., 338 Dona Feliza Condo, Unit 325 Yoga Studio, Pasig City.)

Must Pre-register: +63917-88BIRTH [look for Olive]
Bring: mat or beach towel, 2 bed pillows, food and drink for your selves, paper and ballpoint for taking down notes, wear pants [we will be sitting on the floor]

Text: YES2BIRTH [names][month][venue you prefer Mkti, Pasig or Greenhills][mobile][landline][email][OB/hosp.][how did you 1st learn about the class]
Email: chiquibrosas@gmail.com
Telelephone: 6362721 loc. 529 only during office hours [look for Olive]

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I also do one on one private classes or arranged group classes.

“Breastfeeding was actually the primary reason why I preferred to room in with my child,” says Maggie Gochuico, 32, who gave birth to her first child Daniel 3 ½ years ago. “It was very convenient for me since I could sleep while breastfeeding. Plus, I didn’t have to go to the nursery anymore. And my child easily learned how to breastfeed.”

Sounds simple isn’t it? In fact, most mothers really want to get hold of their babies once they are born. They cuddle, kiss, smell and never grow tired of watching them.

In 1Samuel 1:23B in the bible, Hannah nursed her son, Samuel, and took care of him until he was weaned before she brought him to Eli (the high priest) to be given to the Lord to serve Him. Even Hannah realized the importance of being with her son from birth until he was weaned.

I believe babies were never meant to be separated from their mothers, especially after birth. They thrive and grow better when they are beside their mothers. They are better nurtured and nourished. They feel safer, contented and more secure in their mother’s arms. Through my years of teaching childbirth classes, I have noticed these babies to be happier and quieter. A lot of other mothers who have also roomed in and breastfeed have commented on this.

Here are nine reasons why ROOMING IN your new born is essential.

Recovery is Faster. You, as a mother, get a head start in breastfeeding; hence, the breast milk comes out earlier, which is good for her baby. Furthermore, recovery for the mother is much faster since she gets to breastfeed more often and as a result, her uterus can return to its original shape and size much faster.
On the job training. The mother can learn about her baby’s sleeping patterns, different cues and cries, how to carry and burp her baby and how to give him/her a bath. The adjustment from the hospital to the home is smoother and easier.

One-on-one basis. Caring for the baby is on a one on one basis unlike in the nursery where the nurse is caring for several babies. This results to peace of mind for the mother since she gets to see her baby all the time and the common concern regarding switching of babies is not likely.

Mother’s arms keep babies warm. Newborn babies don’t have the control over their temperature so it’s very essential that they may be kept dry and warm. One way of doing so is to have them under their mother’s wings. Putting a cap on his head and covering the baby with a warm blanket also help. Plus, contact with your baby’s skin can keep him/her warm.

Increased sleep. Many mothers claim that when they have their child in the room with them, they don’t get to sleep as much as when the baby is in the nursery. But recent research has revealed that it’s quite the opposite. Knowing that the baby is safe and sound in their arms make mothers actually snooze better.

Not have to rush. Entitled to privacy, the mother has all the time she wants to be with her baby. She is more comfortable in her room and does not have to rush.

Great bonding. A bond develops between father and baby, the mother and her newborn. This is the best way to start a family unity. This is the first sign of a relationship – you are telling your newborn child that you are more than his parents, that you love him unconditionally. Besides, if you don’t room in with your baby, the father does not get the chance to touch or hold his/her baby right away. He only gets to see him from the glass window of the nursery. The immediate family, the eager grand parents and siblings can also interact with the baby and have a close encounter with him/her.

Immediate advice. The mother can get to talk and see the pediatrician every time he/she visits the baby. She is able to ask all the questions about her baby right there and then.

Needs are met immediately. And more important, the mother has immediate access to her baby and can attend to her infant’s needs immediately.

So whether you are thinking of forming that all-important relationship with your child or just want to breastfeed your new infant immediately, think of rooming in. It’s the best way to give your child a healthy start.

*Chiqui Brosas-Hahn is a USA Trained Childbirth Educator having attended several ICEA (International Childbirth Education Association) conventions in the USA . She also finished a full course of the Bradley Method as an instructor. She has been teaching childbirth classes for at least eighteen years. To know more about the Chiqui’s Prepared Childbirth Classes (PCC), please visit www.ChiquiBrosas.com or email her at ChiquiBrosas@gmail.com, or txt Mobile: +63917-88BIRTH.

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Give encouragement and share with other breastfeeding couples. Fathers are more than welcome to join!

Topics to be discussed include:
1. ABC’s of Breastfeeding
2. Different Breastfeeding Positions
3. Correct Latch
4. How to Start Right
5. Lactation Points (for stimulation and increasing milk supply),Common Concerns & Problems and
6. BF and going back to work, how to hold and burp the baby, etc.

Speaker is Zeny Feliciano. Special guest will be Dr. Isabel of PGH. She is a Pediatrician, Breastfeeding mum for 7mos. now (previous patient of mine) and advocates breastfeeding as well. Her topic is about Jaundice and other medical approach .

Admission is FREE but pre-registration is a must.
Please register by texting 0919 702 8619 / 0926 713 8377. Kindly indicate your name and how many participants will be coming.

It’s for FREE. Bring Potluck food to share for 4 to 6 people.

Start: Feb. 20 , 2010 1:30-5:00pm

Location: Organics Asia Inc.Unit 401 Emerald Place, 604 Shaw Blvd
Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines

PCC 184 FEBRUARY CLASS 2010

Dates: Jan. 31, [Feb. 7 & 14 no class], 21, 28, March 7 [4 Sunday's]
Time: 9:00am-12:30pm
Bring: mat or beach towel [we'll be seated on the floor], 2 bed pillows, snack & drink for you, paper & ballpoint, wear shorts or pants, P4,500. full payment non-refundable [on day one]
VENUE: PULSE YOGA STUDIO
23 FLORIDA ST., GREENHILLS, MANDALUYONG CITY
DIRECTION: COMING FROM CUBAO ALONG EDSA GOING TOWARDS MAKATI, RIGHT TO CONNECTICUT THAT’S AFTER SANTOLAN RD.THE STREET GOING TO GREENHILLS SHOPPING CENTER & IN BETWEEN PETRON & CALTEX GAS STATIONS, LEFT ON FLORIDA ST. THE FIRST ST. YOU’LL ENCOUNTER, PULSE YOGA IS TO YOUR LEFT. PAY PARKING ALONG THE STREET.

Please pre-register by texting: +63917-88BIRTH [+63917-8824784]
YES2BIRTH [NAMES][PREFERRED MONTH TO START CLASS][PREFERRED CLASS VENUE MKTI OR PASIG/GREENHILLS][EDD/est.due date][OB/HOSP][MOBILE NOS.][LAND][EMAIL][HOW DID YOU LEARN ABOUT THE CLASS]

PCC 185

Dates: March 14, 21, 28, April 4 [NO CLASS], 11 [4 Sunday's]
Time: 9:00am-12:30pm
Bring: mat or beach towel [we'll be seated on the floor], 2 bed pillows, snack & drink for you, paper & ballpoint, wear shorts or pants, P4,500. full payment non refundable [on day one]

Note: I can also give a private class one on one in your home, usually for one whole day [P7,700].

Please pre-register by texting: +63917-88BIRTH [+63917-8824784]
YES2BIRTH [NAMES][PREFERRED MONTH TO START CLASS][PREFERRED CLASS VENUE MKTI OR PASIG/GREENHILLS][EDD/est.due date][OB/HOSP][MOBILE NOS.][LAND][EMAIL][HOW DID YOU LEARN ABOUT THE CLASS]

Or Call Olive[office hours]: 6362721 loc.529

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Location: Robinson Circle Subdv., H.P.Javier St., 338 Dona Feliza Condo, Unit 325, Yoga Studio, Pasig [ same side as Valle Verde Country Club and Victoria Court, between Bagaberde and Phoenix Subdivision]

PCC 183

Dates: Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24 [4 consecutive Suns]
Time: 9-12:30pm (starting on the 2nd class, time is at 9:30-1pm)
Bring: mat, 2 bed pillows, snack & drink, paper & ballpoint, wear shorts or pants, P4,500. full payment non refundable [day one]

Please pre-register by texting: 0917-88BIRTH
YES2BIRTH [NAMES][PREFERRED CLASS VENUE][EDD][OB/HOSP][MOBILE NOS.][LAND][EMAIL][HOW DID YOU LEARN ABOUT CHIQUI]

Or Call Olive[office hours]: 0917-88BIRTH

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