We are proud to offer a variety of prenatal education classes.
Can’t make these dates? We also offer private classes, both in our three locations and in your home. Please get in touch to get more information by emailing laura@thenestingplaceli.com
This four hour class touches on everything! It is a crash course in all things birth. You will learn the anatomy and physiology of birth, stages of labor, about informed consent, various tools for labor including natural and pharmacological options, introduction to induction, Cesarean sections and more. This is great for first time expectant parents or for those looking for a refresher course.
Upcoming classes:
Merrick: Sunday, February 8th, 1-5pm. Register here. $170 per couple WAITLISTED
Farmingdale: Sunday, March 8th, 3:30-7:30pm. Register here.
Farmingdale: Saturday, April 11th, 3:30-7:30pm. Register here.
Farmingdale: Saturday, May 9th, 3:30-7:30pm. Register here.
Our signature six part course for expectant parents is offered regularly throughout the year.
Upcoming Series Dates in Farmingdale:
2026
March 15th – April 26th Sundays at 3:30pm
May 17th – June 28th Sundays at 3:30pm
July 26th – August 30th Sundays at 3:30pm
September 27th – November 1st Sundays at 3:30pm
November 22nd – December 27th Sundays at 3:30pm
This class meets weekly and runs 2.5 – 3 hours each week. Fee: $500 per couple.
Each week features a different topic (not in this order):
• Preparing Parenthood – Relationship Prep and Parental Mental Health
• CPR + Infant and Child Safety
• Childbirth Education 101
• Tools & Coping Skills for Labor
• Infant Feeding Preparation (Breast + Bottle)
• Newborn Care
Sign up early, space is limited. If you need to miss a class, please inquire within for makeup options.
Partner Yoga for Labor & Birth Workshop
A two hour workshop designed for couples to learn tools to support you both physically through labor and delivery. We will focus on breathing, massage, partner yoga poses, relaxation and other comfort techniques. Led by Jen Sbrocchi. No yoga experience necessary. Cost: $100 per couple
Upcoming classes:
Farmingdale: Saturday, March 21st at 12pm. Register here.
Merrick: Sunday, April 19th at 2pm. Register here
Farmingdale: Saturday, May 30th at 1pm. Register here.
Push with Confidence Class
A two hour workshop about the second stage of birth (pushing/delivery). Learn all about the second stage of birth, how to increase your changes of having a vaginal birth, decrease your risk of tearing, practice breathing techniques, positions, and get exercises to prepare you for pushing.
Cost is $100 per couple
Upcoming dates:
Farmingdale: Wednesday, March 18th at 7pm
Merrick: Wednesday, April 29th at 7pm
Farmingdale: Wednesday, June 10th at7pm
Comfort Measures for Birth/Tools and Coping Skills
A prenatal education class for expectant couples that includes guided meditation to release fear, breathing techniques for labor & birth, positions for labor, comfort tools, and more.
Cost: $125 per couple
Upcoming dates:
Farmingdale: Saturday, January 31st at 12pm
Farmingdale: Sunday, February 15th at 3:30pm
Farmingdale: Sunday, April 26th at 3:30pm
Newborn Care: Learn what you can expect from your newborn and how you can support them in the early weeks! You will have a chance to practice swaddling, soothing, and diapering.
Cost: $125 per couple
Upcoming classes:
Farmingdale: Saturday, February 28th at 11:00am
Farmingdale: Sunday, April 12th at 3:30pm
