Childbirth Education

Individuals and centers that offer classes and support for a number of maternity-related experiences, from childbirth preparation to postpartum.

Fern Drillings. Various locations, 212-744-6649

Jewish Community Center. 334 Amsterdam Avenue, 646-505-4444, jccmanhattan.org.

Realbirth. 54 West 22nd Street, 212-367-9006; 715 Ninth Avenue, 212-367-9006; realbirth.com.

Diana Simkin. Upper East Side locations, 212-348-0208.

92nd Street Y. 1395 Lexington Avenue, 212-415-5500, 92y.org.

George Jackson Academy

GJA fosters a love for learning, instills resilience, and encourages curiosity, making it an ideal environment for boys to thrive academically and personally.&nbsp; GJA&rsquo;s comprehensive curriculum includes not only the sciences, humanities, math, and Spanish, but also classes that expand students&rsquo; horizons, such as Fencing, Muay Thai, and Percussion. Their strong emphasis on social-emotional programming provides students with the necessary tools and resources to navigate challenges and maintain a positive outlook. With small class sizes and individualized attention, students feel valued and supported. GJA&rsquo;s is a close-knit community and fosters a sense of brotherhood that lasts a lifetime. High School placement is an integral part of GJA&rsquo;s program. The process begins in seventh grade with initial school visits, test prep, mock interviews, and a preview of the high school admissions process. The guidance and support provided by the Director of High School Placement and the dedicated faculty ensure that each student finds the right match school. Graduates attend elite day and boarding schools and top parochial and selective public schools throughout the tri-state area. GJA accepts applications for grades 6 and 7. Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.gjacademy.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.gjacademy.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1701530891494000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2zFixhCUc3DIQ2kr2RSBX1">www.gjacademy.org</a> to apply by December 9.

Brooklyn Waldorf School

The Brooklyn Waldorf School engages students in learning with their whole selves - &ldquo;hands, hearts and heads&rdquo; &ndash; from preschool through 8th grade. BWS is serving the future through critical thinking, emotional intelligence and practical arts with a hands-on curriculum that takes a developmentally appropriate approach to technology. Take a tour and see how Brooklyn Waldorf School cultivates a new generation of independent thinkers as vibrant and diverse as our surrounding city.

Beansprouts Nursery School

Founded in 1980, Beansprouts offers a warm, supportive community in which our classrooms belong to the children. Our teachers serve as guides and mentors, while the children spend their days playing and sharing in a structured environment designed to stimulate their curiosity and build on successful experiences.