Prenatal class in April
Birth Prep classes will be held again in April. Sign up now to reserve your place! Scheduling is still flexible, weekday, evening or weekend timeslots available! 1. Expecting in Hungary Content: Prenatal care in Hungary, how to find and choose the right hospital/doctor/midwife for you, who is the védőnő and what is her function, what kinds of maternity benefits (if any) are you eligible...
Read MoreBack and hip carry class
Wearing your baby on your back is the single most comfortable, practical and versatile way to wear your baby. From newborns to toddlers, this type of carry is truly universal! Learn how to do it and free your hands! The class includes tips on hip wearing as well. Our instructor is Eszter Szakállas, a certified babywearing instructor. The class costs HUF 3500. When: Wednesday, March 10th, 12 pm...
Read MoreBreastfeeding class November 18th
Breastfeeding class November 18th, 10 am to 12 pm (DURING the regular mommy-baby group timeslot) Where: Életkör, II. Szilágyi Erzsébet fasor 43/b, 3rd floor #3. Keep pressing the Életkör buzzer downstairs to open the door! (Map) Content: why is breastfeeding good for the baby, why is breastfeeding good for the mother, how to get off to a good start and avoid problems down the line, how does...
Read MoreC-section rates in Hungary
C-section rates in Hungary According to the Hungarian Health Insurance Supervisory Authority, the rate of C-sections in Hungary in 2006 was 28.9% across the country, though the rate varied widely between individual hospitals. The highest C-section rate of nearly 47% was recorded in the little town of Csorna, while the lowest C-section rate of a bit less than 16% was recorded in...
Read MoreTIME CHANGE: Pregnancy and infant loss support group
Miscarriage, losing a baby can be a very sad, frightening and lonely experience, exacerbated by being in a foreign country. You are not alone! The purpose of this group is to bring together women who have lost a baby, to provide support, information and guidance during this difficult time. When: TIME CHANGE! Next group will be November 17th, from 7 pm to 9 pm Where: II. Szilágyi Erzsébet fasor...
Read MoreWant to be a doula?
If you’re interested in becoming a doula, but are stuck in Hungary, this is your opportunity! Debra Pascali-Bonaro, a DONA certified doula trainer and the producer/director of the wonderful film called Orgasmic Birth, is coming to Hungary in November to hold a DONA-approved workshop for birth doulas. You can use this workshop towards becoming certified through DONA, the largest and most...
Read More