• positions for labor & birth
  • pain coping practices
  • birth art expression
  • breath and imagery practice
  • the Spiritual Cesarean Birth
  • attachment & bonding
  • postpartum & the newborn
  • solution-focused, not outcome-focused philosophy
  • a mind-body-spirit approach for labor and birth

    A compassionate, evidence-based approach to birth preparation and a great alternative to hospital based classes.
          
     Five-Week Series for 2011/2102

   Sept 27th , Oct 4th ,11th ,18th , 25th
      
Tues evenings 7:30p.m. - 9:30p.m.

   January 19th, 26th , Feb 2nd ,9th, 16th
       Thurs Evenings    7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

   March  1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
  
    Thurs Evenings    7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

   May 3rd , 10th ,17th, 24th , 31st
        Thurs evenings  7:30 -9:30 pm

    Half-Day Workshops for 2011/ 2012:

   
Nov 5th , Jan 21st , March 3rd , April 28th or June 9th
             Saturday ( Each Date is an Individual Session )
                                1:00 p.m.- 5:00  p.m.

  Half day workshops are great as a referesher course for 2nd time parents or as an alternative for couples who
  have busy schedules.  

   The course fee is $250 for the 5-week Series and Half-day workshops are $125 (partners are free).
     You are welcome to come with your partner or alone, as a retreat for your pregnant soul!

   Print  Registration form and send a non-refundable deposit of $100 (or payment in full for the 1/2 day
    workshop) before the start of the class to reserve your space. Class size is limited!

    Private Childbirth classes and workshops available  for additional information please call Kelli at 973 655 9655

    Doula Services
    Continuous labor and birth support at your place of birth - whether, home, hospital or birth center. I provide 24-
    hour on call service; a back-up doula; an extensive prenatal consultation in the comfort of your home; and a
    postpartum home visit.  Click on Contact me for more information or to set up an interview!

    Prenatal/Mommy & Me Yoga            
    All Classes are at Starseed Yoga in Montclair

    Prenatal Yoga:
    Saturdays 10:00 a.m. - 11:30  and Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
    Treat yourself to this refreshing and relaxing class at Starseed taught with loving kindness for you during your
    pregnancy. No prior experience needed, come whenever your schedule permits!

    Mommy & Me Yoga:
    Tuesdays 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
    This class provides new mothers and infants a wonderful way to restore their bodies after labor. A safe and
    nurturing environment is provided for you and your baby that fosters a growing confidence in movement and body
    awareness, while at the same time gently instilling the peaceful nature of yoga. This class is appropriate for babies
    6 weeks to one year.

    No pre-registration is needed for either class. Contact me for more information.

    Holistic Parenting and Baby Care Class :
          This class is designed to prepare you for the realities of becoming a new parent with a special emphasis
           
on  coping during the first three months of your babies life  

     Thurs Evening  Nov 8th
     7:30 p.m.  - 9:30 p.m.
            
  
              Classes Cover
  • Newborn care and family adjustments
  • Newborn Characteristics and Development   
  • Postpartum Adjustments and feelings
  • Mom and New Baby care Pl
  •  Parent Infant Bonding /Skin-to-Skin and Bonding

    Instructors: Kelli DeFlora RYT, CD, CMT , Lamaze Educator , Doula and Infant Massage Instructor  
    and Jen Kowal  CMT, Prental & Postpartum Doula, and Newborn  Educator  
           
           Location :Montclair, NJ
           $50/couple

    Infant Massage
    Great for New Moms and Dads; Partners, Grandparents and Nannies welcome

  • Thurs. June 16th  2:00 -3:15 pm   Shakti Yoga in Maplewoood $30.00 per baby

    For additional information, group, private and/or semi-private infant massage classes call Kelli at 973-655-9655

    Mothering-in-Awareness

    A postpartum circle for new mothers and their babies. Come together in this sacred circle to meet new moms,
    share stories and experiences; discuss various topics related to your transition into motherhood. This circle offers
    mothers compassionate care and support in a loving and nurturing environment.

    Facilitated by Kelli DeFlora, mother of two children, certified Doula and Starseed Yoga's director of perinatal
    yoga. New dates to be announced soon!

    Fridays 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

    DATES & TOPICS:

  • July 8th: Postpartum Needs and Feelings/ Self care for New moms

  • July 15th : Nighttime Parenting and Healthy Sleep Habits.

  • July 22nd  : Infant Massage

  • July 29th : Baby proofing your Marriage: How to Maintain a Healthy Relationship with your Partner.

         Cost: $60.00 for the full 4-week series, $20 per session for all prepaid single classes;
    $25 at the door for drop-ins.
         Register at Starseed Yoga, (973)783-1036.


    Shiatsu, Prenatal & Postpartum Massage and Reiki Treatments
    Treat your body, mind and spirit to relaxing, restorative body and energy work.
    These sessions are a wonderful treat and an excellent way to prepare the body, mind and spirit for labor or ease
    your postpartum recovery! Makes a wonderful Baby Shower gift.

    Call Kelli at (973) 655-9655 to set up an appointment. $90.00 for one-hour session.  
     

    Private Yoga Sessions
    Private Yoga sessions for women in my Montclair Studio.
    Call Kelli at (973) 655-9655 to set up an appointment. $75.00 for one-hour session.
     
Ceremonies
The BlessingWay - Celebrate your pregnancy and birth with this personally designed special event Crafted
to fit your spirit and space, each BlessingWay ceremony honors the sacred passage from "Maiden" to "Mother"
in a unique, warm setting. Previous ceremonies have included chanting, creative visualization, necklace
making crafts, laughter, love and, of course, great food! Sensitive and special, a BlessingWay is a beautiful
compliment to a traditional baby shower and makes a wonderful gift!

Baby Blessing ~ Naming ~ Welcoming  I offer couples wishing to bless, name or welcome their baby in
meaningful  and spiritual ways non-traditional, personally crafted ceremonies. I can create a variety of secular,
spiritual, Shamanic,  Yogic or non-denominational, ecumenical ceremonies to honor your new family. These
ceremonies are often used to compliment "traditional" or "main-stream" religious ceremonies and are always
respectful of the beliefs and customs of all in attendance.  

Call now to book a date! Rev. Kelli DeFlora, InterFaith Minister, (973) 655-9655
Services