Childbirth/Parenting Education

South Shore Hospital is proud to partner with Isis Parenting as our preferred provider of prenatal and early parenting education.  Isis Parenting offers expert-led classes and a supportive community for expecting and new parents.  Isis Parenting operates five  locations in and around Boston, with a South Shore location in Hanover at Merchant’s Row on Route 53.  Get directions to Isis South Shore. 

Isis Parenting offers education, products and community in the following areas:

Pregnancy & Wellness:  Celebrating Mom-to-be!  Come breathe, focus and connect with others in a prenatal yoga class.  Find answers to your pregnancy questions or schedule a prenatal massage to nurture your body and soul.  Isis provides everything from drop-in fitness classes and certified prenatal massage therapists to a selection of versatile maternity necessities.  Sample classes & offerings include:  Pregnancy 101, Prenatal Yoga, Prenatal Massage.  Please call 781-429-1500 or visit Isis Parenting to learn more. 

Prenatal Education:  Childbirth classes help you prepare for a positive birth experience, and Isis works with South Shore Hospital to offer classes to suit every situation and schedule.  From single-session Prepared Childbirth, Multiples or Cesarean classes; to multi-week Hypno or Natural Childbirth Programs.  Isis also offers Refresher Childbirth classes for second and third-time parents.  Please call 781-429-1500 or visit  Isis Parenting to learn more and register for upcoming classes. 

Early Parenting:  Life with Baby!  South Shore Hospital is proud to partner with Isis Parenting, where new parents can find a comfortable, clean place to bring your newborn.  Bring questions, swap stories, and find information, friendship and support.  Led by experienced facilitators, Isis offers ongoing groups so you can learn the most helpful tips, tricks and techniques for keeping your baby happy, healthy and safe.  With a focus on infant care and development, groups include discussion topics, infant massage and activities that even youngest babies love.  Isis Parenting offers a range of groups specifically focused on babies from 2 weeks to 6 months, with new sessions always forming.  Please call 781-429-1500 or visit Isis Parenting to learn more and register for upcoming classes. 

Child Development:  Learning through play!  From Sprouts to Lightning Bugs, Isis Parenting offers dozens of dynamic drop-in groups and series for children 6-36 months, and their parents or caregivers. 

• Developmental playgroups include circle time, age-appropriate gross motor and fine motor activities, and sensory exploration.  There is always time for parents to ask questions and share experiences. 

• Enrichment programs include sensory-based art, music & movement, as well as Spanish and ASL offerings. 

Please call 781-429-1500 or visit Isis Parenting to learn more and register for upcoming classes.