Hello Mamas!
The role of being a mother is one of the most challenging, yet rewarding experiences that a woman can have in a lifetime. Everyday, there is a delicate balance between absolute exhaustion, and the excitement of watching our little ones blossom and grow. The mission of Bellies Bitties & Beyond is to have a space both in person and virtual where mothers can meet and socialize, as well as offer resources and information throughout your mamahood journey.
Our Team
Bellies Bitties & Beyond LLC is a company created and operated by longtime friends who have shared in the joys and challenges that being a mother can bring. It is those shared experiences, and the support that came with it where the inspiration for Bellies Bitties & Beyond LLC began.
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Founder, Owner, Perinatal Class Director/InstructorThe start of this supportive space has been a dream of mine for some time, and I am thrilled to finally see it come to be. I am an Atlanta native, wife who married my high school sweetheart, and mother to a sweet and spunky baby girl. I passionately serve my community as a registered nurse specializing in maternal child health, and a CAPPA ( Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association) childbirth educator.
In my day-to-day work, and in my own life as a mother, I witness the power that is created when women gather to offer love, support, and wisdom to each other. I also see the benefit that comes when new and expectant mothers and families take classes prenatally. It helps to give them the confidence they need to ask questions of their providers and advocate for themselves.
Whether you are newly expecting, newly postpartum, or have been in the mamahood club for some time, it is my hope that Bellies Bitties & Beyond can offer you a source of strength, encouragement, and guidance along the way. Welcome!
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Co Founder, Community Director
Hey Mommies! I am a proud “boy mom” from Atlanta who thrives on socializing and connecting with fellow moms. I have always been a social butterfly and was labeled the “mom friend” long before I had children of my own.
Motherhood changed me in the best way, and my boys have truly helped me become who I am. My oldest is 17 years older than the youngest, but he loves having a little brother, and I love watching him care for him.
Breastfeeding my youngest son was challenging, so much so that I decided to write about the journey to encourage other moms. In 2023, I co authored an anthology for mommies called “Words to Her.” The book captures real stories from real ladies on different postpartum topics.
I have relied heavily on my community in an effort to reduce stress and it has been rewarding. Whether I was attending a toddler reading at a local library, attending classes at other social clubs or meeting up with other moms for play dates, every experience provided me with an outlet, and helped me to bond with my kids in ways that were fun and educational. My kids benefit by learning to interact with others, meeting new children, and having fun!
Que and Quad are my world and they keep a smile on my face and joy in my heart. I look forward to the relationships that will be formed through Bellies Bitties & Beyond , and can’t wait to swap stories and experiences, and help to offer support and encouragement as we navigate and celebrate the journey of mamahood together!
What We Offer
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Mama Meetings
Join us for monthly meetings and guided discussions that offer a safe and supportive environment for mamas to gather and socialize. Meetings are for Mamas only.
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Mama and Bitty Mingles
Mamas bring your little bitties and come mingle at events and activities that encourage socialization, exploration, and above all, FUN.
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Parent and Childbirth Education
In person and self-paced classes offered for expectant and new parents to help prepare you for your pregnancy and postpartum journey. Class topics include childbirth , breastfeeding, and newborn care.
Birth and Baby University
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Preparing for Your Hospital Birth
Understand how to navigate ALL of the many options and choices that you can have in the hospital setting. Learn about hospital protocols, informed decision making, and navigating this entire experience so that your family can have a positive birth experience. We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. A comprehensive workbook will be included.
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Intro to Childbirth
Prepare for your upcoming birth in this fun, informative and dynamic virtual workshop taught by a certified labor and postpartum doula and childbirth educator. Some topics include stages of labor, labor warm ups vs. real labor, what to expect at the hospital or home birth, relaxation techniques, and breastfeeding tips. We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. A comprehensive workbook will be included.
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Breastfeeding
If you are planning on Breastfeeding it is HIGHLY recommended that you take a breastfeeding class. This class will help you gain confidence and a deeper understanding for breastfeeding! Some topics include breastfeeding benefits, baby cues, schedules, paced bottle feeding, and challenges. We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. A comprehensive workbook will be included.
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Bringing Home Baby
This class is perfect to prepare you for your first child, or serve as a great refresher if it’s been a while since your last. Topics include understanding your newborn (what is normal & their cues) and newborn care which includes bathing, diapering, swaddling, feeding options and more. We highly recommend your partner attend this class with you. A comprehensive workbook will be included.
Birth and Baby University FAQs
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Intro to Childbirth, Preparing For Your Hospital Birth, and Bringing Home Baby are aimed to be about 4 hours. The time that the class will take each family is going to greatly depend on how much time you choose to spend on each activity. Our Breastfeeding class is geared to be about 3 hours, this also depends on how much time you spend on each activity.
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All of our classes are geared towards educating families, although if you are a perinatal professional, you will also find lots of great and helpful information in these classes.
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Our classes are comprehensive, hands-on, communication and activity-based. They include a helpful and easy-to-implement workbook. Hospital-based classes are larger and typically lecture-style, shorter, non-interactive and not as comprehensive. Our in-person classes are smaller (typically 7-8 couples) which allows for more conversation and activities.
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Most of our birthing classes are geared for medicated or unmedicated births. The focus is informed decision-making and communication with your partner and healthcare provider. We strongly believe that your options can help you have an improved birth outcome.
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We highly recommend taking a breastfeeding class if you plan on breastfeeding. Our breastfeeding class comes with a very helpful workbook and is more comprehensive than most hospital-based classes.
Upcoming events
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Coffee and Conversation
5.15 6:30 PM- 8:00 PM
Kupcakerie Grant Park
717 Memorial Dr SE
Atlanta, GA 3016
Join us for our 1st Mama Meeting as we discuss part I & part II of “Remaining You While Raising Them: The Secret Art of Confident Motherhood” by Alli Worthington
