Sitrin Health Care Center is excited to announce the addition of a Postpartum and Play class. This class is a 7-week mother and baby series supporting recovery, infant development, and the transition into motherhood. It is specially designed for mothers and babies from birth to six months old.

Each week, there will be a different topic covered for both mom and baby. Some of the topics for mom include breathing patterns and techniques, mental health, and return to exercise. For the baby, topics include bottle and breastfeeding, introducing solids, and teething.

This class is part of Sitrin’s Maternal Health and Infant Wellness Program which is designed to make the transition from pregnancy into motherhood and beyond more manageable for all moms. Led by specially trained occupational therapists, Sitrin’s team uses a holistic approach, ensuring individuals receive the tailored help they deserve.

Elizabeth A. Lockwood, MS, OTR/L, provides emotional and physical support for women experiencing difficulty with self-care, difficulty bonding with baby, and new or increased anxiety. As a Perinatal Mental Health Certified occupational therapist, Lockwood provides screening and guidance around Perinatal Mood and Anxiety disorders (conception to 1+ years postpartum).

Chelsea Darrow, MS, OTR/L, specializes in pelvic floor therapy to help individuals with a variety of pelvic health concerns. Certified in Pelvic Rehab Manual Assessment and Treatment Techniques, Darrow utilizes a whole-person approach, assessing an individual’s posture, body mechanics, strength, and endurance. She is also a Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist.

“We want this class to be a place where moms and babies come together to learn and grow, with the support of each other as well as from us,” Darrow said. “Our personal experiences and struggles of motherhood inspired us to support others with their transition into becoming parents.”

The first session will run April 2-May 21 from 11 am-12 pm and will be held in Sitrin’s Outpatient Rehabilitation building. The price for the full 7-week series is $125.

The Postpartum and Play class is made possible through a generous grant from the Slocum-Dickson Foundation. To learn more about the class agenda or to register, click here.