Class Listings
Below you will find a list of our current class offerings. My classes can be tailored to suit your personal needs. You have the option to choose from a private, semi-private, group, and even an online video chat option. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to discuss a class style not listed.
Each class is taught by a certified Lamaze Educator. This means that you can have confidence that you are always receiving cutting-edge and up-to-date best practices.
We are currently providing fully in-person classes. The porch is open air with, so can be cool, please be sure to bring a sweater or jacket.
Childbirth Classes
Kooshlie Care Childbirth Bootcamp
Kooshlie Care Childbirth BootcampIf you are looking for a class that is compact and comprehensive childbirth that you can fit into your busy schedule, look no further.
Join me on the third Saturday each month!
This one- day childbirth class is hosted in the beautiful Enka community of Asheville proper. We start promptly at 9 am, discuss what you should have ready pre-birthday, what you should bring with you. We have a partner focused portion where we help them understand their value and teach hands on comfort measures that can be practiced and used throughout the pregnancy and labor.
We have a 30 min lunch break, feel free to bring your food with you, order delivery, or run pick something up. We value your time with us, and want to make the most of our Saturday with you. You will go home with a booklet, knowledge, and possibly new friends.
Kooshlie Care Doula Services has a goal to educate and empower families as they step into each phase of growing a family.
Kooshlie Care Childbirth Mini Series
Kooshlie Care Childbirth Mini SeriesJoin this comprehensive 3-week Childbirth class; we will unpack what all you and your partner need to know to be prepared for your birth.
This class begins on the second Tuesday of each month. Space is limited to 7 couples per class, so reserve your spot now!
During the three-week class each week will be a new focus, each week we will build on new parts of your labor and birth stages. Giving you time to think through, apply, and ask questions throughout the journey.
Kooshlie Care Doula Services is committed to helping to grow confident parents. Parents who know the value of each other during the birthing process.
Each week spend your Tuesday with Jessica, bring dinner and eat as you learn. Tuesday’s will be full of active learning, confidence building, and establishing your community as you get to know new people through the class.
Other Classes
Infant Sleep and Beyond
Infant Sleep and Beyond is here to build your confidence as parents navigating the first year of sleep. Join Sierra Shantz from Takes a Village as she imparts practical wisdom, guides and tools to help you and your family thrive through sleep.
This class is held on the first Satuday of each month at 1:30 pm and is about 90 minutes long.
Bootie Camp
Bootie Camp is a class for new parents wanting the extra insurance that they are ready to take their baby home from the hospital. In this class we will cover everything from actually HOLDING your baby, diaper changing, bottle feeding, and we will send you home with the current pediatric visit schedule, CDC recomendations, and the information to make empowered and eduacated choices about the care of your baby.
This class is offered on the 4th Saturday of each month, from 2-4 pm*
*Unless otherwise noted on registration form.
Kooshlie Care Boob-Camp Breastfeeding Class
Are you looking for a comprehensive breastfeeding class?
Breastfeeding may be natural, but it doesn't always come naturally to many parents & their babies. In this 2 hour interactive class, our International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) helps parents planning to breastfeed, learn the basics of breastfeeding, establishing milk supply, positions, latch, common difficulties, expressing milk for bottle feeding, and so much more.
During the class, you will be able to view and touch different pumps, ask questions about each one and even get sized for flanges, if you wish.
Class is limited to 7 couples. Come get your questions answered and learn how to care for and nourish your baby in the first few weeks, and set yourself up for success.
Kooshlie Doula Connections
Are you looking to have a doula join your birth team, but have Zoom fatigue?
Look no further, Kooshlie Care Doula Services is now hosting once a month in-person meet the doula event. Kooshlie Doula Connections is held on the last Monday of every month at 6:30 pm, with some exceptions around Thanksgiving and Christmas. Light snacks and beverages will be provided. We have a lovely classroom that is open air in good weather, but heated in cooler weather.
During this 1-hour event, we will discuss what a doula does to support you and your growing family. You will meet other families that can form the foundation of your tribe. Doula support during pregnancy and birth can be a game changer for you and your family. We can bring your confidence up to a new level. We provide solid up to date information, we are a non-biased supporter. We are there to empower you and your family in the choices that you make.
Kooshlie Connections will allow you to meet Jessica in person and some of her team. This in-person gathering will allow you to truly see how well you conect with Jessica.
Selecting a doula is a very personal thing, it is best to meet in person and see if you 'mesh.' Our in person events allow you to meet our whole team, and learn about all the services that we offer through the company.
There is no obligation or cost for this group meet up, come check out our team, and see how we can best support you and your growing family.
We look forward to meeting you and helping you to find your doula connection!