In-Person Classes
Looking for Virtual or On-Demand Services?
Prepared Parenting: Newborn Care and Infant Sleep Class
Upcoming Dates @ The North Carolina Birth Center:
January 21 & 22 | 6:30–8:30pm (Two-Part Series)
February 8 | 9am–1pm
March 18 & 19 | 6:30–8:30pm (Two-Part Series)
April 12 | 9am–1pm
May 20 & 21 | 6:30–8:30pm (Two-Part Series)
June 14 | 9am–1pm
Ideal for expectant parents who want to feel confident and prepared for life with a newborn. Whether this is your first baby or you’re looking for a refresher, this class focuses on practical skills, realistic expectations, and evidence-based guidance for your baby’s first weeks and months.
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Newborn characteristics and what to expect in the first week home
Realistic expectations for newborn sleep
How to soothe and comfort your baby, including swaddling techniques
Nursery set-up tips
Hands-on practice with diapering, swaddling and soothing, using demo dolls
Helpful handouts and resource lists to take home
45 minute virtual postpartum consult to answer your questions once baby arrives
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Registration is for 2 people
This class is available in two formats: a single 4-hour session or a 2-part series with two 2-hour classes
Class is on the First Floor of the NCBC at 930 Martin Luther King Jr BLVD, Suite 104, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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Price: $275/couple
Non-refundable, but can be rescheduled for a class up to 3 months in the future.
Ready, KelSet, Grandparent!
Upcoming Dates @ The North Carolina Birth Center:
Tuesday, January 20 | 1–4pm
Tuesday, March 24 | 1–4pm
Tuesday, May 19 | 1–4pm
Whether you’re about to become a grandparent for the first time or you’ve been down this road before, this class is perfect for anyone who wants to refresh their newborn care knowledge. You’ll learn what’s changed since your kids were babies and get practical tips for building a strong, positive relationship with the new parents.
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The latest newborn safety, sleep, and feeding guidelines
Soothing strategies to calm a fussy baby
Hands-on practice with diapering, swaddling, and more using realistic demo dolls
Tips for supporting without overstepping, including navigating modern parenting trends
Opportunities to connect and share with other grandparents
Helpful handouts and resource lists to take home
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You can sign up as an individual grandparent or choose the “couple” option if you’d like to attend with your partner or a friend who will share in your grandparenting journey.
This class is designed specifically for expectant grandparents. By keeping the group to grandparents only, we create a comfortable space to ask questions, share concerns, and discuss relationship dynamics with the new parents openly and without worry.
This is a one-day, 3 hour class
Class is on the First Floor of the NCBC at 930 Martin Luther King Jr BLVD, Suite 104, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Have additional questions? Email Kelly at Kelsetnewborncare@gmail.com
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Individual: $90
Pair: $150
Non-refundable, but can be rescheduled for a class up to 3 months in the future.
The First Week Home
Upcoming Dates @ The North Carolina Birth Center:
Wednesday, January 7 | 6:30–7:15pm
Wednesday, February 4 | 6:30–7:15pm
Wednesday, March 4 | 6:30–7:15pm
Wednesday, April 1 | 6:30–7:15pm
Wednesday, May 6 | 6:30–7:15pm
Wednesday, June 3 | 6:30–7:15pm
Not ready to commit to a full class? This free, 45-minute class is a great sample of what is covered in my Prepared Parenting Class.
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Newborn characteristics and what to expect in the first week home
Includes 30 minutes of instruction and 15 minutes of hands-on practice and Q&A.
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Registration Required
Class is on the First Floor of the NCBC at 930 Martin Luther King Jr BLVD, Suite 104, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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Free, but registration is required
Disclaimer: I am not a medical or health provider, and the information provided in my consultations or classes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.