Kids Washington, D.C. - March 16, 2009

When Push Comes to Shove

2009 Maternity Guide

Planning for baby is hard work. Our version of an epidural? Knowing the right people to call before the pain sets in.

Stave off aches and ouches with private prenatal and postpartum yoga classes taught by Karen Bralove in the comfort of your own home (Love Yoga; 301-469-0066).

Doula Donna Winsor will hold your hand (or a heating pad on your back) for the actual showdown, plus give lots of postpartum care to you and the bambino (Mother & Baby Matters; 703-787-4007).

Let Terrie Matthews, child safety seat technician in the D.C. Fire and EMS Public Information Office, install your car seat the right way the first time (202-904-6887; terrie.matthews@dc.gov).

Nursing is easier with classes, support, and supplies from The Breastfeeding Center for Greater Washington (2141 K Street NW, suite 3; 202-293-5182). Sign up for free prenatal sessions and ask about nipple shields. Trust us, you’ll be glad you did.

Arm yourself with advice from sleep guru Suzy Giordano. Can’t get ahold of the elusive genius for in-house training? A copy of her book Twelve Hours’ Sleep by Twelve Weeks Old is the next best thing.

Now you’re set to push on through.

This Week in Washington, D.C.!

SEE
Baby International Film Festival
What: Documentaries, including The Business of Being Born and The Other Side of the Glass, plus panel discussions and a book sale.
Why: Get the picture?
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Crowne Plaza, 8777 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring (301-589-0800).

BUY
The Daisy Baby and Kids Spring Stimulus Sale
What: Up to 20 percent off furniture and 15 percent off bedding lines like Capretti, Newport Cottages, and Serena & Lily.
Why: Plan on big savings.
When: Thru Mar. 31. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 4924 Del Ray Ave., Bethesda (301-654-7477).

FEED
Baby Food for the Soul
What: Learn to make your own chow during a class with Art and Soul executive chef Ryan Morgan.
Why: They are what they eat.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.
Where: 415 New Jersey Ave. NW, b/t D & E Sts. (202-393-7777). Sign up online at artandsouldc.com.