Parent Classes

Our parent classes provide essential knowledge and support for expectant and new parents navigating the challenges of parenthood. Join us for hands-on learning, compassionate guidance, and practical tips tailored to your journey. Click below to see upcoming classes and secure your spot today.

In-person Nashua, NH

Perinatal Mental Health for Dads- Smart Start Fatherhood Group

  • This class/discussion is for any expecting or new Dad who wants to learn more about mental health during pregnancy and postpartum. You can expect to leave feeling confident that you could identify the signs and symptoms that a partner or loved one has mental health needs, and what to do next.

    Cost: FREE

    Tuesday, November 12, 2024

    5:30-7:00 pm

    Arlington St. Community Center

    36 Arlington St., Nashua, NH

  • Expecting or new fathers, or any father who is interested in learning more about mental health during pregnancy and postpartum, so that they can continue to support the pregnant people in their life.

    • What “Perinatal Mental Health” is, who it impacts, how common it is, and why it is so important to learn about

    • Signs and symptoms of Baby Blues, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis, Anxiety, OCD, Birth Trauma, PTSD, and Maternal Substance Misuse Disorder

    • How to identify signs and symptoms in yourself or a loved one, and how to approach your loved one with your concerns

    • The who, what, when, and how to seek support for a PMH condition

    • What partners and others can do to provide support on the journey to get well

    • Local and national resources and support

    • Facilitated discussion to address specific questions

Virtual: January 8, more dates coming soon

Perinatal Mental Health Basics for Parents and Their Support Systems

  • This class is designed to equip expecting and new parents and caregivers with the information and skills they will need to identify and address perinatal mental health needs throughout the reproductive journey, leading to healthier, happier, and safer pregnancy and parenting outcomes and experiences

    Cost: $40.00 per famliy

  • Expecting parents, new parents and support people. This includes pregnant people, partners, grandparents, friends, family, and anyone else who cares about the mental health of pregnant people, babies, and families.

    • What “Perinatal Mental Health” is, who it impacts, how common it is, and why it is so important to learn about PMH conditions, including Baby Blues, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis, Anxiety, OCD, Birth Trauma, PTSD, and Maternal Substance Misuse Disorder

    • How to identify signs and symptoms in yourself or a loved one

    • The who, what, when, and how to seek support for a PMH condition

    • Navigating the healthcare system to find the right providers

    • Ways to address PMH conditions; self care, therapy, medication

    • What partners and others can do to provide support on the journal to get well

    • Local and national resources and support

In-person in Nashua, NH: Dates coming soon

Perinatal Mental Health Basics for Parents and Their Support Systems

  • This class is designed to equip expecting and new parents and caregivers with the information and skills they will need to identify and address perinatal mental health needs throughout the reproductive journey, leading to healthier, happier, and safer pregnancy and parenting outcomes and experiences

    Cost: $40.00 per family

  • Expecting parents, new parents and support people. This includes pregnant people, partners, grandparents, friends, family, and anyone else who cares about the mental health of pregnant people, babies, and families.

    • What “Perinatal Mental Health” is, who it impacts, how common it is, and why it is so important to learn about PMH conditions, including Baby Blues, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis, Anxiety, OCD, Birth Trauma, PTSD, and Maternal Substance Misuse Disorder

    • How to identify signs and symptoms in yourself or a loved one

    • The who, what, when, and how to seek support for a PMH condition

    • Navigating the healthcare system to find the right providers

    • Ways to address PMH conditions; self care, therapy, medication

    • What partners and others can do to provide support on the journal to get well

    • Local and national resources and support