Lamaze Getaway Weekend

Why try to fit a childbirth class in on a weekend and then still need to add newborn care and breast-feeding on different dates. Take a complete class, learn about the birth process, newborns, breast-feeding and what you can do to support your relationship all in one weekend, and enjoy learning in a beautiful setting.

The Getaway weekend class is the most complete class available, and the most enjoyable. Slow your life down with walks on the beach, feeding lamas and sitting on the veranda looking out at beautiful Puget Sound. The Getaway Weekend is the perfect setting to have time away before life gets busy with the addition of a new little person in your family. Couples say: "I had no idea how lovely the setting would be"; "I learned so much all in one weekend"; and "I now understand the process of birth and know what I can do to help my partner."

Relaxed atmosphere, wonderful food, good conversations and a beautiful setting all lend themselves to learning, and will make your childbirth education experience rewarding and memorable.

Click here for the Getaway Weekend Course Curriculum

Lamaze Getaway Weekend Retreat


Classes are held at the Illahee Manor. The 1920's Manor House is styled after a Russian dasha "Mansion house" and sits on the shoreline of the Kitsap peninsula across from Seattle, Washington.

It is a place where peace and serenity reign supreme. Surrounded by the tranquility of Puget Sound the Inn keepers have created a haven to the fine art of relaxation and a perfect setting for Lamaze classes.

Illahee is located in the Central Kitsap peninsula approximately four miles north of Bremerton. It is important to sign up for class early as rooms at Illahee fill quickly. To learn more about the weekend facilities at Illahee Manor, contact Rosalys at (206) 842-8059 or contact her via email. Also, Rosalys holds all reservations at Illahee. To find out which rooms are available and to make reservations for rooms and class call Rosalys.

If you would like to stay elsewhere, then contact Rosalys and she can help you find a B&B or motel near by.

Starting in March 2010, classes will be held at the Manor Farm Inn. To learn more about the Inn, please click here to view their web page.

Weekend Schedule

The Getaway Weekend class began in 1990, and continues to be a popular option.

Read the Seattle Intelligencer news article on Mixing Lamaze with getaway Click here.

Read Feedback from couples attending the Lamaze Getaway Weekeend Click here.

2010 class dates:

  • January 8, 9, and 10
  • March 5, 6, 7
  • April 16, 17, 18
  • June 4, 5, 6
  • July 16, 17, 18
ROSALYS PEEL

Rosalys Peel has gained national recognition with over twenty years of experience as a Lamaze Certified Educator who is committed to promoting a positive family birth experience.

RN, State of Washington
BA, University of Washington
LCCE, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator
UCLA, Certified Lactation Educator
FACCE, Fellow in the Academy of Certified Childbirth Educators
CGE, Certified Gottman Educator

Rosalys teaches Getaway Weekend classes at Illahee. Childbirth Preparation classes on Bainbridge Island. And Childbirth Preparation, Newborn Care, Breast-Feeding and Bringing Baby Home classes at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle.

For more information, call Rosalys (pronounced Rose Alice) at (206) 842-8059.

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Click to send an e-mail message to Rosalys


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