4th Trimester Series

Nurturing You & Your Baby in the First 12 Weeks

4th Trimester Mom & Newborn Baby Series

The first weeks after birth can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. Our 4th Trimester Mom & Newborn Baby class is a 6-week series designed for parents with babies from birth to 12 weeks, offering expert guidance, emotional support, and real-life solutions during this important transition.

This class creates a safe, non-judgmental space where you can share experiences, ask questions, and connect with other new parents while learning how to support your baby’s development and your own physical and emotional recovery.

Every baby – and every parent – is unique, and this series is designed to support you whether this is your first or fourth child. Save when you bundle with our popular Prenatal Class!

What sets Serenity Birth Studio apart?

  • Led by an experienced perinatal health educator with a deep understanding of postpartum transitions.

  • Focused on both baby’s needs and your mental health, so you feel supported as a whole person, not just as a parent.

  • Small group format encourages personal connection, ongoing support, and meaningful friendships.

  • Includes a dedicated WhatsApp group to share resources and connect outside of class time.

What you’ll learn and experience:

  • Your birth or adoption story and how it shapes your parenting journey

  • The science of infant brain development and attachment

  • Normal newborn feeding and sleeping patterns

  • Understanding and navigating postpartum mental health

  • Managing changing relationships and the new family dynamic

  • Nourishment and gentle healing strategies for your postpartum body

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Preparing for 4th Trimester

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program overview

your registration includes:

where

Serenity Birth Studio, 4 Alliance Blvd, Unit 10, Barrie, ON

When

There is open time following class to get to know your group!

  • MONDAYS @ 2:00-3:00pm, or
  • FRIDAYS @ 1:00-2:00pm FULL

Cost

$169 +HST

Joined us for a Prenatal Class?  Ask us for a VIP savings code for your 4th Trimester!

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Sarah Downey

Certified Birth Educator, Certified Doula

Sarah Downey (she/her) is a BEST Certified Birth Educator, BEST Certified Doula, and mom of three. She has completed doula, childbirth education and lactation training from organizations such as DONA, BEST and SMDHU. She holds a degree from the University of Toronto and a diploma from Sheridan College both in Theatre and Drama Studies. With a passion for supporting families during the perinatal period, Sarah has been teaching classes and leading groups at Serenity Birth Studio since 2015. Her expertise extends beyond the studio as she is a Professor in both the Early Childhood Education Department and School College Partnerships at Georgian College.

In addition to her academic qualifications, Sarah brings extensive practical experience to her work. Prior to her adult education career, she worked in the childcare sector, gaining invaluable insights into child development and family dynamics. This hands-on experience enriches her approach to perinatal education and doula support, ensuring that clients receive compassionate, knowledgeable care every step of the way.

Sarah is deeply committed to empowering parents with evidence-based information and compassionate support as they navigate the journey of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. Her warm demeanor, combined with her wealth of knowledge, makes her a trusted resource for expectant and new parents alike. Whether she’s leading a childbirth education class, providing doula support, or empowering new Mamas in our Mom & Baby programs, Sarah’s dedication to fostering confident, informed parenting shines through in all she does. 

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