Seattle Childbirth Education and Doula Training

Pregnancy, birth, and parenting come with a lot of emotional intensity.

Our Seattle childbirth education classes and doula trainings help families get the compassionate support they deserve as they navigate their journeys.

Pregnancy, birth, and parenting come with a lot of emotional intensity.

A pregnant couple cuddles in bed with their dog after their Seattle childbirth education class with Thresholds

Our Seattle childbirth education classes and doula trainings help families get the compassionate support they deserve as they navigate their journeys.

Birth and Baby Support for Growing Families

Gain clarity about what to expect.

So you can rest your mind and enjoy more of your experience.

Connect with your team.

Knowing you don't have to do it alone and can embrace help and support.

Be empowered with self-advocacy.

Use your well-nurtured intuition to ensure you are in collaboration with your team.

Seattle Childbirth Education and Parenting Classes

Our classes are designed to help you prepare for the most amazing journey of your life - childbirth and parenting.

Getting ready for parenthood can be overwhelming, but at Thresholds, we make it special.

Our Seattle childbirth education classes & early parenting classes are offered in-person and online to help parents navigate the highs and lows of pregnancy and parenting.

With the right information and support, you can have a positive experience, even if your plan twists and turns a bit.

You will learn how to transform your worries into excitement as you draw upon your inner reserves and innate wisdom.

So get ready for a journey that will leave you feeling empowered, confident, and ready to welcome your little one into the world.

 

"We had such a sweet evening together after class, reflecting on what was helpful and sharing with each other. We are so grateful!"

Birthing from Within Classes

A pregnant mother lays on the bed while her birth partner holds his hand on her belly as they practice Birthing from Within pain coping practices together

Start to channel your inner strength and wisdom with the Birthing From Within childbirth class!

Breastfeeding
Class

A nursing mother holds her baby practicing techniques she learned in a Seattle breastfeeding class

Get the information you need to have a success start to breastfeeding your baby.

On Demand
Classes

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Get the tools you need for birth and parenting with a variety of on-demand online classes.

Our additional support services include Birth Story Healing and Doula Care to support you all the way through your birth story, no matter how it unfolds.

Birth Story
Healing

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Find healing from a challenging birth experience with a guided birth story session.

Find a
Doula

A Seattle doula supports a birthing mother while she leans on her partner for support

We'll help you find a doula who is a perfect fit to support your family through birth.

Seattle Relationship Classes and Coaching

Parenting can push the limits of your relationships. Learn how to manage your emotions and stay connected.

Sometimes our old patterns show up in unhelpful ways as we navigate life as parents.

Our classes and coaching can help you prepare to work through the challenges of parenting while staying connected to yourself, your child(ren), and your partner.

With support, you will learn the skills you need to stay grounded and be present with your emotions.

You deserve to feel empowered with tools and skills that will help you foster positive relationships in your family. 

Unlearn the behaviors that keep you stuck and disconnected so that you and your partner can be truly present as you raise a family.

Get the guidance you need to show up as the best version of yourself.

 

"Amity's classes really helped me connect with my emotions which I've struggled to have a connection with my entire life! At 40 years old, better late than never!"

Bringing Baby Home Class

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Strengthen or revive your relationship skills to enhance your parenting experience.

Parenting From Within
Class

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Learn how to work with the strong emotions of parenthood and create positive habits to thrive.

Relationship
Coaching

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Relationship Coaching is an opportunity for you and your partner to receive individualized attention to solve problems fast.

Doula Training and Coaching for Birth Pros

Understand birth and postpartum.

Support your clients confidently with comprehensive information.

Cultivate emotional intelligence.

Guide families through the unknown with grace and compassion.

Learn to market your business.

Get the skills you need to share your doula services with growing families.

Seattle Birth Doula Training and Coaching

Get the skills you need to guide parents through one of the most intense and meaningful experiences of their lives.

Doula care involves wisdom, patience, and deep listening.

Through the enCircle birth doula training you will learn more than the nuts and bolts of birth and postpartum.

You will cultivate emotional responsiveness to be fully present with the parents you serve - and fully present with yourself.

Running a successful doula business requires a balance. 

Not only will you learn the nuts and bolts of birth and postpartum support, you will also gain the insights you need to not burn out, and the marketing know-how to keep to steady stream of clients.

Parents deserve a well-supported birth experience. Become part of that journey today.

 

"I have such gratitude for Amity's teaching and time with me and our cohort as well as a deep admiration for her skill in modeling -- really living into -- compassion, pizazz, caring, humor."

enCircle Doula
Training

An enCircle trained birth doula guides a husband through giving his wife pressure on her hips as she kneels and leans on the sofa

Learn to support families through birth and postpartum skillfully and compassionately.

Burnout Prevention for Doulas

A diverse groups of doulas sit on a couch smiling and leaning into one another

Doulas need emotional support just as much as parents. Connect with yourself and prevent burnout.

Relationship Support Course

A mother and father gaze into each other's eyes while they work on nurturing their relationship

Help guide families through the changes that birth and parenting bring to their relationships.

Hello, I am Amity Kramer.

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I'm Amity Kramer, a multi-passionate doula with over 15 years of experience working with Seattle families.

At Thresholds, I'm passionate about giving babies the best start in life by helping parents build strong and healthy relationships.

After all, happy parents make for happy babies!

I've had the honor of working with over 1,000 amazing families who were determined to bring their babies into the world with grace, confidence and LOVE.

I'd like to help you do the same.

So go ahead and take a peek around the site and keep scrolling to see our all of the free resources.

When you're ready to dive in, sign up for the class that's perfect for your growing family.

Or, if you prefer more personalized attention give me a call at 206-819-1383. I LOVE to chat about birth and parenting.

Let's build a community of belonging and unconditional love together!

“My husband and I were confident we needed a class that focused more on changes to our lifestyle and communication as we prepared for a new little one to enter this world but were blown away on how great this class was to improve our communication with each other regardless of the (soon to be) new family member!”

- Ruth, New Parent

“Class was open & inviting, fun & cooperative, really informative and came away with a sense of ability to deal with what life may toss your way and a deeper appreciation for my partner. Would HIGHLY recommend.”

- Augusta

“My husband and I feel like our best selves after receiving the care and support offered by this class.”

- The Rathwells, New Parents

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