Treasure Valley Family YMCA

Saint Alphonsus Classes

ABC’S of Early Pregnancy

The ABC’s of Early Pregnancy is designed to give an overview of pregnancy, reduce stress and anxiety, help you make informed decisions, and come to place deeper trust in the birth process.

Fee: This class is $10/couple or free when taking a Saint Alphonsus childbirth class.

For informationon any Saint Alphonsus programs or to register for any program, call 367-3454, or go online to www.saintalphonsus.org.

Baby and Me Support Group

Ongoing FREE educational support group for new parents and their babies (0-12 months).

For information or to register for any program, call 367-3454 or go online to www.saintalphonsus.org.

Baby Signing

Sign language for babies allows parents to boost their child’s language skills while enhancing the parent-child bond in a fun way! Topics include: introduction to signing, benefits of signing, how to choose the best sign system for you and your child, how to teach your child to sign, and basic sign vocabulary practice.

Baby Signing is taught by a Speech/Language Pathologist, uniquely qualified to teach sign based on an in-depth understanding of communication and development.

Fee: $20 parents and baby

For informationon any Saint Alphonsus programs or to register for any program, call 367-3454, or go online to www.saintalphonsus.org.

Baby Sitting SafelyWest Boise

Designed for girls and boys to learn the basics about baby sitting safely. An interactive, hands-on course that includes child development, feeding, diapering techniques and basic first aid as well as games, songs, safety tips, and activities for young children. Cost includes the American Heart Association book, Family Friends™ First Aid for Children. CPR is not taught in this class.

Age: 11-15
Fee: Member: $30. Non-Member: $50.
West Y-City Schedule:
Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 13
10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

For informationon any Saint Alphonsus programs or to register for any program, call 367-3454, or go online to www.saintalphonsus.org.

Childbirth Preparation

Lamaze™ International, the organization that sets the standard in childbirth preparation classes, has named Saint Alphonsus a Lamaze Approved Provider. Saint Alphonsus is the only medical center in the area with this distinction. Saint Alphonsus offers a variety of classes to help prepare for the birth of your baby. Special classes for teen moms.

Fee: $60 per couple

For informationon any Saint Alphonsus programs or to register for any program, call 367-3454, or go online to www.saintalphonsus.org.

CPR for Babysitters and Parents

Learn how to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, children, and infants. Developed by the American Heart Association, this course provides hands-on instruction in CPR and airway obstruction (choking), and includes the book: Family & Friends™ CPR.

For informationon any Saint Alphonsus programs or to register for any program, call 367-3454, or go online to www.saintalphonsus.org.

Eating Disorders Support Group

This FREE group meets weekly on Mondays from 7:30-8:30 p.m. and is facilitated by Millie Smith, LCPC. Please call 343-3131 for more information.

Happiest Baby on the Block

New babies are such a blessing, but they can also bring with them sleepless nights, crying, and sometimes quite a bit of extra stress. In our Happiest Baby class, based on Dr. Harvey Karp’s best-selling book, “Happiest Baby on the Block,” you will learn:

  • how to help your baby sleep better
  • how to soothe even the fussiest baby in minutes
  • why most babies get more upset in the evening
  • why it’s impossible to spoil young babies
  • an easy way to help infants sleep longer at night
  • why fathers are often the best baby calmers

Fee: $30 per couple (includes the CD and DVD/video)

For informationon any Saint Alphonsus programs or to register for any program, call 367-3454, or go online to www.saintalphonsus.org.

Hypnobirthing

Learn relaxation techniques to eliminate fear, tension, and pain. Achieve birth fulfillment--awake and alert--in a totally relaxed state of mind and body.

Fee: $175.00 per couple

For informationon any Saint Alphonsus programs or to register for any program, call 367-3454, or go online to www.saintalphonsus.org.

Newborn Care and Parenting

A “hands-on” class for first time parents to help with newborn care and parenting, and address parenting concerns. Topics include: Car Seat Safety, Feeding and Diapering, Calming Techniques, Sleep Patterns, Choking, and Newborn Characteristics. Appointments for a carseat check are available at the end of class.

For informationon any Saint Alphonsus programs or to register for any program, call 367-3454, or go online to www.saintalphonsus.org.

Taming the ToddlerWest Boise

This four-week class series is designed for children one to three years of age. It will help you understand how your child develops during this age period and what motivates their behavior. You will also learn techniques that will allow your child the freedom to explore, learn and develop their own personality, while helping them understand limits.

Fee per couple: Member: $50. Non-Member: $75.
West Y-City Schedule: Call 367-3454 for schedule