Support Groups
Breastfeeding Support Group
- Wednesdays 1:30-4pm and Tuesdays 6-8pm
In recognition that not all breastfeeding mothers are available during the day and that each family's flexibility is different, BirthMark is proud to offer both day and evening breastfeeding support groups. Please click here to learn learn more about both groups, and YES--please bring your baby!
Post Partum Support Group for Depression and Anxiety
- The support group meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 10:30am-12:00pm
The post partum support group for depression and anxiety is designed to meet the needs of women who are finding the transition to parenthood difficult. Many women feel exhausted and overwhelmed with trying to care for an infant. Depression and anxiety are not uncommon during this period of time, but many people feel that they are alone in their reactions. Please click here to learn more about this group.
Chat with the Experts
- Fridays at 11:15am
(Lecture and chat begin at 11:30am)
This weekly informal group will include an expert speaker to discuss topics such as car seat safety, cloth diapering, educational options, and more - a true diversity of topics. After a brief overview, experts will be available for Q&A and discussion. Babies, partners, and toddlers are welcome. Registration is highly recommended to reserve your space. To register, please call 610-892-5051 or email us at info@familybirthmark.com
Click here for a full listing of dates and speakers.
Building Sleep: A Sharing and Problem-Solving Circle
- Tuesdays at 9:30am
So many books, too tired to read...Ask any new parent to define their greatest challenge and most will answer SLEEP! In today's fast-paced culture, parents are tired--both new and experienced. The Family Sleep Support Group is designed to empower families to find sleep practices and philosophies that complement their lifestyles using research, support and expert guidance. This is an innovative program offering both support and concrete skills for instituting positive change for the whole family.
Led by Susan Maroto, LCSW, this 6 week series is a combination of a support and problem-solving group. As a qualified therapist, Susan offers the group counseling through this very challenging aspect of parenting. At the same time, parents will learn more about sleep-related research and approaches and apply these new skills at home. The next week provides the opportunity for feed-back and "tweaking".
Each child is different. Each family is different. Each culture is different. One size does not fit all. Come together and explore concerns and priorities, learn and apply new skills and enjoy the company of other parents who understand what you're going through.
The support group meets on Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11:00. The cost for the group is $25 per meeting. We ask that participants commit to attending for 6 consecutive weeks and pay for those sessions in advance. The intention is to build a cohesive group in which participants get to know each other and provide support to one another rather than having a “drop-in” format.
Receipts are available to submit to your health insurance company for reimbursement, as most nsurance companieshave some coverage for group therapy.
When registering for the group, we will require a short interview with
Susan Maroto to determine whether the group will be beneficial to your family. This interview may be accomplished by phone.
Therapist: Susan Maroto, MSW, LCSW
Program Director/Supervisor: Michael Grandner, PhD
Susan Maroto is also available for one-on-one counseling and can be contacted through her website at www.therapywithsusan.com.
Starting in 2010, Michael Grandner will also be available for one-on-one counseling.
Lactation Consultation Services
Breastfeeding is a wonderful experience, both physically and emotionally, for mothers and babies. Many breastfeeding couples have a smooth, gentle transition from the beginning. Others, however, find some bumps and challenges before them. Breastfeeding is not always easy, but it is always rewarding.
At BirthMark, you can find the help you need to have an easier and more rewarding breastfeeding experience. We offer:
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