Our Workshops
Prenatal Sessions
Expectant Parent/Prenatal Sessions
At Capital Area Pediatrics, our providers are compassionate and highly experienced at providing pediatric care with primetime appointment slots available. At our prenatal sessions, meet one of the site providers to hear more about how Capital Area Pediatrics can be a great fit for your newborn and family. As of June 1, 2023, all prenatal sessions will be IN PERSON at the site on the date and time you sign up for. We look forward to meeting you!
Upcoming dates:
Falls Church December 7 7:30pm, January 12 5pm, February 5 7:30pm, March 7 7:30pm, April 8 7:30pm, May 9 7:30pm, June 7 5pm
Herndon December 13 5:30pm
Ryan Park December 4 5:30pm
Sleepy Hollow December 20 5:30pm, January 22 5:30pm, February 21 5:30pm, March 14 5:30pm, April 16 5:30pm, May 20 5:30pm, June 17 5:30pm
Vienna December 5 1:00pm
Breastfeeding 101
Expectant parents, new or existing
Free, 1 hour, virtual class led by our lactation team discussing:
- How to prepare for breastfeeding before your baby's birth
- What you can do in those early days that help set you up for long term success
- How support from your care team can make a positive impact on your journey
- Bottles, pumps, and other tools to help support breastfeeding
This class is for anyone interested in breastfeeding, whether it's your first or beyond. New and existing families welcome! Feel free to spread the word here!
Upcoming classes 2023: November 30, December 19
Baby Care Basics
Newborn and Baby Care
As new parents, we understand you may have a lot of questions. At Baby Care Basics, Dr. Priya Gowda-Boylan will provide clinical and practical information to help new parents confidently care for their newborn. Topics will include:
- Feeding and Nutrition
- Soothing/Comforting Techniques/Crying/Colic
- Bathing/Skin Care/Rashes
- Sleep
- Development
- Safety
- Red Flags: When to call your pediatrician
We are offering a free virtual session for existing and prospective CAP patients, the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 1:30-2:30pm. We are continuing this virtually to allow families from all over Northern Virginia to learn more about newborn care from the comfort of their own home. Click here for more information!