The Expecting Collection: From Pregnancy and Birth to Baby

Pregnancy comes with a lot of questions. Like, is it okay to drink coffee? Is it safe to exercise? And what the heck is a birth plan? This class answers all these, and so much more. Our experts cover everything you need to know to have a healthy pregnancy and get your mind & body ready for birth.

Thinking about giving birth for the first time probably leaves you with two things: a mild case of anxiety and many questions! Learn everything you need to know — and what others wish they had known — about the final weeks of pregnancy, the signs of labor, how to effectively manage labor pain & what to expect during those first days with baby.

There’s no other way to say it: we are facing a maternal health crisis, and families of color are suffering disproportionately. In fact, Black women are over 3 times more likely than their white counterparts to die during pregnancy, labor & postpartum. So why is this happening? And more importantly, what can we as individuals do about it? Watch this FREE Tinyhood Talk with world-renowned midwife and advocate Jennie Joseph, LM, CPM. In this Talk, Jennie confronts this issue head-on and provides pregnant people of all races, but particularly people of color, tangible, concrete ways they can advocate for themselves during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum to achieve the safe, positive outcome they both want and deserve.

In this free introduction to breastfeeding class, discover what milestones to expect in the first few hours, days, and weeks of your breastfeeding journey. We’ll introduce key concepts, including latch and positioning, how much and how often baby needs to eat, and more. Learn the basics and get set up for success. Free for a limited time only.

Breastfeeding is not always easy. Sore nipples, engorgement, mastitis, and clogged milk ducts, are some of the common issues parents run into during their breastfeeding journey. Learn how to identify, treat, and quickly troubleshoot these often painful challenges. We’ll review step-by-step plans and techniques - such as hand expression and reverse pressure softening - to help you get back on track.

“How do I know if my baby is getting enough breast milk?” is a common question we hear from new parents. Learn how to tell if you are producing enough milk, what to look for in your baby, and tips for increasing supply. We’ll also review newborn stomach size and why that matters.

Increasing milk supply is a top concern for breastfeeding parents at all stages. We’ll cover how milk supply is regulated and review five best practices to help boost milk supply.

All pumping (and breastfeeding!) parents welcome! Learn how and when to start pumping, and walk away with freezer storage tips, storage guidelines, and ways to prepare a bottle.

Whether you plan to use formula, breast milk, or a combination of both, this class covers everything you need to know about bottle feeding to nourish and bond with your baby. Learn about choosing formula & bottles, sterilization and drying, how much your baby should be drinking by age, feeding cues, preparing formula, feeding positions, burping, and more.

Did you know that you can set a healthy sleep foundation for your baby from day 1? Learn the components of a safe & sleep-conducive environment, how to identify baby sleep cues, suggested schedules, and strategies – like soothing techniques — to help you feel better prepared for those (totally normal!) middle of the night wakings.

Understand the most common newborn sleep challenges, including day-and-night confusion, early wakings, illness, travel, and more. Learn about baby sleep cues, what causes sleep challenges to arise, and what you can do to help get your baby’s sleep back on track.

We all want to keep our babies safe, and it is important to feel prepared. Taught by a Registered Nurse and Certified CPR instructor, we’ll review lifesaving skills CPR Safety and Choking skills. Watch demonstrations on how to perform a set of actions that can help save your infant’s life in the face of an emergency. Keep your new skills top-of-mind with this refresher course and demonstrations. PLUS, GET THIS CLASS FOR FREE: Did you know most insurance companies and HSAs cover the cost of infant CPR classes? We'll send you an itemized receipt after your purchase.

Bath time can be a special part of your routine, but learning all the tips & tricks is important to keep baby as safe and comfortable as possible. Learn everything you need to know, including how to safely give your newborn a sponge bath, how bathing techniques change as babies grow & more.

Newborn babies can go through as many as 12 diapers a day. In this class, you'll learn step-by-step how to change a diaper (plus some pro tips & tricks!), so you can change diapers as quickly, confidently, and mess-free as possible.

Few things in life feel better than holding your baby for the first time — but it can be a little intimidating! Learn pro tips for calming holds, as well as the safest and most comfortable ways to carry (or wear!) your baby.

Gas pain is extremely common for babies. But by understanding what causes gas and learning pro tips for gas relief, you can help cut down on the discomfort (and the fuss!).

We all want to give our babies the best start possible, and tummy time is an essential activity to help babies develop strong muscles, flexibility, and more. In this class, you’ll learn how often & how long to do tummy time, different tummy time positions, and pro tips for making it fun (and safe).

Baby nails grow fast — and if not trimmed, baby can scratch their face (and yours!). While the idea of trimming baby’s nails often feels a little scary, learn some tried and true tools and techniques that will make you a mani/pedi pro in no time.

In this class, we will prepare you for all the physical and emotional changes that often surprise parents during the postpartum period. Know what to expect, get pro tips and tricks for recovery and healing, and learn how others can support you during this important time.

“Imagine if you started a new job. You’re not going to know everything you need to know to do the job well. It’s going to take time for you to feel confident and comfortable. New parenting, it’s the same thing.” — Divya Kumar, LCSW, Perinatal Psychotherapist. As much as we talk about preparing your body for the act of labor and birth, little is done to help parents prepare for the mental and emotional changes that new parenthood brings. Here, we talk about how to navigate that often startling shift in identity, as well as how to navigate your postpartum relationship, and when and how to seek help if you are struggling.

You didn’t just have a baby; you became a family of 3. In this class, learn why it can feel like you are having a completely separate experience from your partner, despite living in the same house, and how you can take small but meaningful steps to reconnect on an emotional and physical level.

While you are reading this, you may also be thinking about the diapers that need reordering, the onesies that need to be upped a size, or the lunches that need to be packed. And that racing, endless, invisible checklist that’s going in the back of your mind? That’s called the mental load. In this class, we dive deep into the mental load, explaining why it happens, how it evolves, and how you and your partner can come together to manage it.

Parenthood changes everything, including your sense & understanding of yourself. In fact, it’s not uncommon to hear people describe their lives before and after baby as “the old me” vs “the new me.” Learn about the momentous identity shift that occurs after parenthood, and how to navigate the tricky emotions & social pressures that come with it. Walk away with real, tangible ways you can begin to incorporate “old” and “new” together, so all parts of your self can exist in harmony.

Guilt is pervasive in parenthood. Full-time, part-time & stay-at-home parents all feel it. Why? Because we have come to believe we can (and should!) “have it all,” and when we can’t, we feel like we are failing. In this class, the myths of “having it all” and “work-life balance” are broken down. Walk away with a new framework to work with, one that will help you shine light on what’s really important, effectively set boundaries, and feel more confident in your choices as parents.