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Flu Season Recommendations
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• The AAP recommends the flu shot for all children 6 months and older, and their parents, family members and caregivers.
• The CDC recommends that pregnant women receive the flu shot to protect both her and her unborn baby. The flu shot may be given in any trimester of pregnancy. |
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What is your class sick policy?
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| Please stay home and rest if you or your child are sick.
No fever, vomiting or diarrhea for at least 24 hours.
No colored nasal discharge.
Conjunctivitis (pink eye) must be treated with antibiotics for a minimum of 24 hours prior to returning to the center.
Those with fever, sore throat, cough, body aches, vomiting and/or diarrhea should stay home, rest, drink fluids.Be in touch their health care provider regarding symptoms.
Be fever-free without medication for 24 hours before returning to the classroom.
Make-up policies are in place to assist for a class missed due to illness. |
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How does Isis keep the germs away?
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| Changing stations and diaper pails are disinfected nightly.
Toys, baby scales & class supplies are cleaned daily per Department of Health protocols.
Nursing pillows and baby mats are laundered regularly; clean supplies are always available in the classrooms.
Centers and public areas are cleaned nightly by a professional cleaning company using non-toxic disinfectants.
Hand sanitizer is available in classrooms, changing tables and at front desks.
All Isis center staff and instructors are strongly encouraged to receive seasonal flu shots.
Staff and instructors wash hands or use hand sanitizer before and after classes, product assists and client contact.
Diaper changes occur at designated areas (changing tables) only. Please discard diapers in sanitary bins provided and use hand sanitizer or soap and water immediately following. |
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Does Isis Parenting have a particular philosophy?
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| We are dedicated to supporting new families. We will provide you with accurate information that will enable you to work with your medical provider to make informed choices for what is best for you and your family. |
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Are groups and classes covered by insurance?
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| Insurance coverage for prenatal education classes varies widely depending on health plan and on the benefits provided by an employer. While many plans will provide partial reimbursement for some educational expenses, few plans cover the entire cost of a class. Isis Parenting will provide you the documentation needed (certificate of completion, receipt of payment) for you to submit a claim to your insurance company after your class is complete. Please remember to save your Isis Parenting payment receipt that you receive when you register for classes. We encourage you to contact your insurance company directly if you have any questions. |
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Can I bring my baby to class?
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| All of our postpartum yoga and fitness classes welcome non-mobile babies. Some classes include baby stretches and massage and others bring the babies into the exercise routine. We try to be as flexible and adaptive as we can be. Most prenatal classes are designed for first-time parents who have not had their baby yet. |
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Can I nurse somewhere in your center?
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| Our centers are very nursing-friendly. Comfortable chairs and Boppy pillows are available at all of our centers. Our staff can also direct you to a private place to nurse, if you wish. |
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Should my partner take Breastfeeding Basics and Newborn Essentials with me?
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| Partners are strongly encouraged to attend Breastfeeding Basics and Newborn Essentials. However, if you need come without your partner you will likely not be the only one. Please feel free to bring someone instead of a partner like a sister or another support person. |
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Can I bring more than one guest to my childbirth class?
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| A registration in any of these classes is for one client and one non-pregnant guest – a partner, friend, nanny, etc. Additional non-pregnant guests may attend for a fee of 50% of the class cost, if there is space in the class. Childbirth Education, Newborn Essentials, Breastfeeding Basics, Infant CPR, Barks and Babies. |
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Why can't I bring my nanny or mother/father to my New Moms Group or Time for Dads class?
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| We strive to offer a supportive environment where every new parent feels comfortable sharing the joys and challenges of this special time. Because of the intimate nature of many of the discussions, we do reserve our Early Parenting groups for new moms and babies and Time for Dads for fathers and babies. Friendships begin on day one of the group and a true sense of trust, support and community develops over the course of the series. We feel it is important to restrict visitors in the classroom to foster this unique group experience and we offer a cozy spot in each of our centers for your guests. Great Beginnings, Next Step Baby Group, Second Time Moms, Time for Dads. |
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What if I miss a New Moms Group or Time for Dads class?
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| Built in to the curriculum, there is a check-in time each week for Q&A and a chance to revisit topics and essential information in week 8 (week 4 TDS) for someone who may have missed class(es). Our goal is to provide a healthy and safe environment and we do appreciate that you'll stay home if you or your baby may be sick. Great Beginnings, Next Step Baby Group, Second Time Moms, Time for Dads. |
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What if I miss a Child Development Class?
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| All Child Development classes, 2 make ups are allowed.
Please refer to the Make-Up Calendar.
You may select any age-appropriate class at any Isis location (including Let’s Play, Art Studio and Jelly Jam Music) available on the Make-Up Calendar, regardless of the class type you are registered in.
The Make-Up Calendar changes frequently, so be sure to check the calendar prior to attending. Also, check the description on the Make-Up Calendar to see if that particular class requires pre-registration.
When arriving for your make-up session, visit the front desk to be signed in.
All makeup classes for the current semester must be completed prior to the end of the semester. |
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Do I need to be a member to take classes and shop at Isis?
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| Anyone is welcome to register for a class or shop in our retail store. Membership at Isis Parenting offers you discounts on classes, services and products but is by no means a prerequisite. |
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Am I automatically an Isis member when I sign up for a class?
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| Membership must be purchased in order to enjoy it's benefits. You are not automatically enrolled as a member by taking a class. |
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Is my member discount valid on everything in the store? What about classes and services?
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| Your discount is valid on everything in the store except for furniture, strollers and car seats. Upon purchasing a stroller or car seat, you will be awarded an Isis Parenting gift card worth 10% of the cost of the item. Your member discount is valid for all classes and services. |
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What happens in the event of inclement weather?
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| In case of inclement weather, travel may be inadvisable and may require center delayed openings or early closings.
We use public school closings only as a guideline for our closings.
Visit our homepage or our weather policy page to view any weather-related updates. Always refresh your browser to view most up-to-date messages. |
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