A comprehensive program for parents-to-be.
Join the First Steps program at 92nd Street Y and be part of a vibrant community of excited and informed parents-to-be and new parents! Make lasting friendships and build important support networks in a comfortable and caring setting.
For more information on First Steps, call the 92nd Street Y Parenting Center at 212.415.5611 or the May Center for Health, Fitness & Sport at 212.415.5722.
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Baby/Toddler CPR and Safety
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Learn how to care for your infant in an emergency.
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Available by Priority Registration Only.
Breastfeeding Workshop
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Learn to begin and sustain a satisfying breastfeeding partnership with your baby.
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Caring for a Newborn
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Expecting and adopting families prepare for the care of a newborn: feeding, bathing and comforting; what you need for you and the baby; choosing a pediatrician; and what you can expect during those first weeks at home.
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Lamaze Complete Childbirth Preparation
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Class includes information about the process of labor, when to go to the hospital, positions for comfort, massage techniques, cesarean birth and epidural anesthesia.
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Available by Priority Registration Only.
Boot Camp for Dads
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New Boot Camp for Dads is an opportunity for expectant and new dads (and their babies) to connect with veteran dads for a frank discussion on the experience of becoming a father.
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Prenatal Yoga
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Learn a variety of breathing and relaxation techniques to help you breathe more fully and increase concentration.
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Shape-Up with Baby / 6 wks-9 mos
Multiple dates/times are listed, click to see more information.
Moms regain core strength and flexibility while playing with baby (pre-crawlers only).
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Becoming Parents: A Primer for Parents-to-Be
Multiple dates/times are listed, click to see more information.
Find out what to expect, what is normal and where to go for help in those first few months.
Need Help?
If you have any questions or need assistance with your registration please call Customer Service at 212.415.5500 during our Hours of Operation.
If you prefer, you can order your tickets and class enrollments by calling Customer Service at 212.415.5500 during our Hours of Operation, using Visa, MasterCard or American Express. You can also place your order by fax, by mail, or in person at our Box Office on Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street.
Get to the front of the line!
Priority registration puts you at the front of the line to register for courses and events for an upcoming semester.
Eligible patrons will be able to order priority registration online.
Who is eligible for priority registration?
Individuals who have participated in 92nd Street Y programs over the past year in selected program areas, participants in certain memberships, and those who have made contributions of $500 or more to 92Y, are eligible to register for programs before they become available to the general public.
How do I know if I qualify?
Patrons that qualify for Priority Registration will receive packets in the mail explaining how to purchase online. Priority registration is normally mailed 2-3 weeks before a catalog is available. Registration information includes your Patron ID#. You can use this ID# to setup your login information online. This will allow you to register early for a course or event. Please note: if you receive a packet, you are only eligible to priority register for the programs covered in your packet.
Priority Registration Support
To find out if you are eligible for priority registration, don't have your Patron ID#, or having difficulty ordering online, please call 212.415.5500 or email.