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Barefoot Baby Classes, Seminars and Events

As part of our commitment to expectant and new parents, Barefoot Baby hosts Free Saturday Seminars and special events for families. Since we are a 'destination shop', we provide services for mothers all across the Eastern Shore of Maryland and Virginia. We hope any parent who lives on Delmarva will take advantage of our resources. Call 410-621-5398 to register or to request more information.

What is a Saturday Seminar? During specified months, a relevant parenting topic is explored, taught by professionals in their field of expertise. Moms & dads are invited to come with questions in hand. Pre-registering is encouraged but if you find you are able to break away even if you haven't registered, just call to see if there is room in the class. Feel free to bring baby too! (Classes will be re-scheduled if there are not enough pre-registrations for the date a class is scheduled.)

Finally, we know the transition to motherhood can be stressful so we have partnered with Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury to offer Postpartum Support Groups. Call for information on dates, times and locations. Find an extensive network of resources through Postpartum Support International: www.postpartum.net. Stay tuned for information about future events. For all the latest, become a Barefoot Baby Boutique Facebook Fan.

Mothering 101 | April 25 at 10:00 am

This class will cover the basics of infant massage, maternal-infant bonding, and infant nutrition with an emphasis on breastfeeding - definitely information every new mother should have in her repertoire.

Techniques to Calm a Crying Baby | May 22 at 10:00 am

This class will cover five specific techniques demonstrated by renowned pediatrician Dr. Harvey Karp. Come learn how to induce the calming reflex and find out how to produce a contented, happy baby.

Downtown Princess Anne Street Fest May 8 10:00 am-4:00 pm

Enjoy family-friendly activities and participate in the beautiful baby contest sponsored by the Princess Anne Chamber of Commerce.

Mother Knows Breast |June 26 at 10:00 am

A certified lactation instructor will be on hand to provide successful breastfeeding tips and individual instruction. Expectant mothers will learn reasons why human milk is superior over formula. And, all mothers and mothers-to-be will be prepared to nurture naturally. Pre-register and receive a discount on a Bebe Au Lait nursing cover!

Art & Story Celebration July 23 at 10:00 am

Parents & grandparents bring your favorite little one in for a special hour of storytelling from our Barefoot Book collection and receive 20% off any book purchase (All Barefoot Babies, toddlers and siblings welcome.)

Taming Toddlers |August 13 at 10:00 am

Dr. Harvey Karp's techniques for communicating with toddlers will be the focus of this seminar which promises to help parents solve one of the most difficult tasks of parenting - reducing and resolving temper tantrums.