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Classes Offered

Please note: Most classes and groups are in-person at the birth center while a few are online.
Please read the descriptions and reminders carefully so you don’t miss your class!

If you need to get on the waitlist for full classes, have questions or to be informed when we schedule more classes than we have below,
please email our class coordinator amity@daraluzbirthcenter.org 

INSPIRED & INTENTIONAL BIRTH SERIES

Meets six Sunday afternoons, for 2.5 hours each time. Taught by childbirth education expert Amity McElroy. Read about Amity on our staff page.  We strongly recommend taking these classes week 28 or later.

Partners welcome and encouraged! Amity teaches a fun and interesting class that not only covers the basics, but brings together movement, activities, birth art, videos, discussions, a birth blessing, use of a rebozo (a Mexican shawl to help with comfort and movement) … and a special class all about the postpartum season! Even belly dancing! Get in touch with Amity if you have questions.

Cost of class is $300 for each mom/birthing person or couple, pay by credit card at sign-up.

March – April 2026 series

SPINNING BABIES BIRTH PREPARATION CLASS

Take your understanding of childbirth to the next level in this class designed for expectant parents with a curriculum that comes straight from the wisdom of Spinning Babies ®. Take this special class in addition to a birthing class that goes over the basics of labor and what to expect in labor. This class aims to provide practical tools and confidence to help you feel more prepared and informed about the birthing process.

The Spinning Babies Birth Preparation Class in ABQ focuses on techniques and exercises to help expectant parents optimize the baby’s position in the womb for a smoother labor and delivery. Discover how to bring practical solutions into your labor to help it progress smoothly, whether or not you’re planning to use pain medications.

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ADDITIONAL CLASSES 

NEWBORNS HEAD TO TOE

In this class you will learn how to figure out what your baby needs and understand their communication cues. Learn about normal newborn behavior and appearances and what to do if something doesn’t seem right. We will focus on the basics like diapering, holding, swaddling (bring your own blanket if you have one), and burping and much more! This class is 3 hours long. Typically scheduled monthly.


Cost of class is $65 for each mom/birthing person or couple, pay by credit card at sign-up.

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BABY MASSAGE

Lots of benefits for babies and caregivers: increased bonding, and relief from many complaints and stresses. Babies of any age are welcome, but babies who are at least 6 weeks old tolerate a longer massage. Older babies and toddlers welcome too!

Bring oil/lotion to use on the baby. Amity recommends organic cold pressed oils such as coconut, almond, grape seed, or apricot kernel.

Cost of class is $20 per family; only one registration is needed for you and your partner/family. 

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FEEDING YOUR NEWBORN: NURSING, PUMPING AND BOTTLE-FEEDING WORKSHOP

Recommended before your baby is born. Bring your nursing pillow and pump with you if you have one.

The cost is $100 and only one registration is needed for you and your partner.

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CARSEAT SAFETY

This is a clinic held once a month by Amity, who is a certified car seat safety instructor. You will learn which car seat is right for your baby and how to install it. You can attend before or after your baby is born, but we recommend doing it before, to ensure that your car is ready to drive your baby home.

Cost of class is $65 for each mom/birthing person or couple, pay by credit card at sign-up.

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PELVIC FLOOR: CHANGES DURING PREGNANCY AND POSTPARTUM RECOVERY

Join Nora J Quintal Calva and Erin Longhurst Cook-the wonderful pelvic floor physical therapists we refer to at Method Physical Therapy, to learn all about your pelvic floor health, during and after pregnancy. We’ll talk about anatomy, answer your questions, and give you some guidance on exercises to do at home.

Cost of class is $20 donation per person, please pay when you register. (If payment is a challenge, we welcome you to still attend and donate what you can)

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INTERVENTIONS & HOSPITAL TRANSFERS

This class is required for all Dar a Luz families. Hear from key birth center personnel who help before, during and after a transfer. Meet past Dar a Luz parents who experienced a transfer from the birth center to the hospital and listen to their story. This class is held ONLINE! Please do not come to the center for this class.

(Class currently under construction; scheduling unavailable at this time)

Support Groups

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