You don’t have to experience life alone. We have programs in place to support you as you make decisions about your pregnancy and future. Next Step offers many growth opportunities, all at no cost.
Classes
Next Step uses the BrightCourse curriculum to bring you educational classes that apply to real life. Courses that we offer range from pregnancy and childbirth to life skills and can be completed at Next Step or virtually. If you choose to parent your baby, taking advantage of these courses will earn points toward the items we offer in our Nursery Nook. Gain new skills while earning items that you will need to prepare for the arrival of your little one.
We also offer a course for men wanting to learn to father their children. A mentor is also available to support men transitioning into their fatherhood roles.
Breaking Free
If you are struggling with negative feelings like sadness, anger, grief, shame, or others, we want to help. These feelings can persist for years after experiencing:
- Abuse
- Sexual trauma
- Past abortions
- Toxic relationships
- Pregnancy loss
Break free of your past with this course. Let Next Step support you on your journey toward healing.
Breastfeeding Support
If you decide to parent your baby, you might opt to breastfeed for many reasons, including:
- There are health benefits for the baby.
- There are health benefits for you.
- Breastfeeding is more cost-effective than formula.
- Some women find that breastfeeding helps them better bond with their babies.
Despite the benefits of breastfeeding, it doesn’t always come easy to women. Many women and babies struggle with the correct position and latch. It is common for first-time mothers to have questions about breastfeeding like:
- How do I know when the baby needs to nurse?
- How can I be sure the baby is getting enough?
- How do I ensure the baby has milk when I am unavailable to breastfeed?
Our lactation consultant offers classes to answer all these questions and more. New moms can also schedule a free session with the lactation consultant to have their concerns addressed so they can successfully breastfeed.
Contact us today to learn more about our free education and support programs.