It's May!

Elegant Mommy Specials and Events Belly Casting* - 5/17/13, 7:00 p.m. If you would like to preserve your beautiful baby bump forever, let us help! For only $25, we will help you cast your belly! Register today - space is limited!

Educated Mommy Events Milk Monologues - Every Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. If you have a newborn, you won't want to miss this support group that meets every Wednesday afternoon! Babywearing International of Sioux Falls Chapter Meeting This chapter meeting is every 2nd Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. and every 4th Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Come and learn how to comfortably and safely wear your baby! If you don't have a carrier, no problem - we have lots for you to try out! If you are an experienced babywearer, come and enjoy the company of like minded mamas and maybe learn a new carry or two!  International Cesarean Awareness Network (ICAN) Sioux Falls Chapter Meeting ICAN Sioux Falls Chapter Meetings are held the 1st Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. ICAN Chapter meetings are open to the public.  We encourage you to join and support your local ICAN chapter so that women in your area will have access to the resources and support of our organization. A local chapter is invaluable in assisting women seeking information about caregivers/ hospitals in her area.  They create opportunities for women of like minds to meet in a safe place to share their experiences and make changes in their community.  Cloth Diaper 101* - May 4, 2013, 9:30 a.m. Join our team of experts as they help you navigate the seemingly overwhelming world of cloth diapering. You will be amazed at how easy it actually is!  Babywearing 101* - May 4, 2013 10:30 a.m. Are you interested in babywearing? Do you wear your baby but want more information? Are you confused at where to even start? Well, look no further! Come to Educated Mommy and learn the basics from some experts!   What's the Downward Dog on Prenatal Yoga?* - May 6, 2013, 6:30 p.m.  So, is yoga during pregnancy safe? Is it helpful? Can it help me feel better? What ARE the benefits of yoga during pregnancy? Where can I find a prenatal yoga class? I'm feeling very "not-graceful", can I still do yoga? Get the answers to these questions and more during our discussion on prenatal yoga! Birth Trauma Support Group - May 7, 2013, 6:30 p.m. This group is a safe gathering place to voice opinions, relate stories, ask questions, and process birth experiences without judgement or guilt. The good, the bad & the ugly! This group will meet the 1st Tuesday of every month. La Leche League - May 9, 2013 6:30 p.m. La Leche League meetings offer breastfeeding information, support and encouragement in a warm, friendly environment. Topics are open discussions and questions are welcomed from mothers in any stage of breastfeeding. Meetings are open to all women with an interest in breastfeeding. Bring a friend! Pregnant women are encouraged to attend several meetings before baby arrives. Babies and toddlers are always welcome and nutritious snacks are served Going Back to Work* - May 11, 2013, 9:00 a.m. Are you heading back to work after baby? How is breastfeeding going to go now? What about pumping? Get the support you need to keep your precious breastfeeding relationship with your little one.  Why a Doula is Worth the Moola* - May 13, 2013, 6:30 p.m. What is a doula, anyway? Why would I need to hire one? My husband will be there, so I definitely don't need anyone else, do I? If I hire a doula, what would my husband do? I'm just going to get an epidural, so I certainly don't need one, do I? Join some local doulas and get answers to these and any other questions you may have!  Young/Single Mom Support Group - May 14, 2013, 6:30 p.m. Join this support group to discuss topics like parenting, breastfeeding, labor & birth, realities of single parenting, skill building. It will be a time for sharing & building community with others. This is a safe gathering time for information, education, support, and healing!  Give it to Me Straight (Alternative Care)* - May 20, 2013, 6:30 p.m. So, you're pregnant...or maybe you just had your beautiful baby. How can Alternative Healthcare help you? Well, come to this discussion and join us as we talk through Accupuncture, Chiropractic Care, and Cranio-Sacral alternative healthcare.   Tea With a Homebirth Midwife* - May 21, 2013, 6:30 p.m. Join Debbie Hayden-Miller, eastern South Dakota's practicing out-of-hospital Certified Nurse Midwife! She will be on hand to discuss natural birth, and you will be able to ask her whatever questions you have about homebirth! Make Your Own Baby Food* - May 29, 2013, 6:30 p.m. Are you concerned about what to feed your baby in the future? Don't like buying baby food at the store? Want something fresh and healthy for your little ones? We are here to teach you how to make your own healthy baby food!  Cloth Diaper 101 - June 1, 2013, 9:30 a.m. Join our team of experts as they help you navigate the seemingly overwhelming world of cloth diapering. You will be amazed at how easy it actually is!  Babywearing 101 - June 1, 2013 10:30 a.m. Are you interested in babywearing? Do you wear your baby but want more information? Are you confused at where to even start? Well, look no further! Come to Educated Mommy and learn the basics from some experts!