Childbirth is important, and you want to be prepared, but getting balanced information is harder than expected...

We offer customized childbirth classes with practical information you need without fear or fluff!

Childbirth is important, and you want to be prepared, but getting balanced information is harder than expected...

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We offer customized childbirth classes with practical information you need without fear or fluff!

In-person & virtual childbirth classes for families who wish to embrace the physical and emotional aspects of childbirth.

We know that preparing for childbirth can be both exhilarating and nerve-wracking.  We're here to help you every step of the way.

At our childbirth classes, we prioritize your joy and excitement, while also making room for any questions or fears you may have about birth.

We'll also help you build mindfulness techniques to cope with discomfort and stress, and understand when interventions can help birth, and how to stay grounded if birth looks different than you had hoped.

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
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

In Our Seattle Birthing Classes Your Family Will:

  • Gain an understanding of the stages of labor and early postpartum.
  • Practice comfort measures, labor positions, and partner touch and support.
  • Build mindfulness techniques to cope with discomfort and stress.
  • Understand when interventions can help birth and how stay grounded if birth looks different than you had hoped.
  • Use your worry and fear to help guide your self-advocacy.
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We believe that birth is a transformative threshold in life that cannot be planned from start to finish, and we're here to help you navigate any twists and turns that may occur along the way.

Whether you're planning on birthing at home, in a hospital, or in a free-standing birth center, we welcome you with open arms.

Every class is a chance to slow down and reflect on what's truly important to your family.

Join us to explore your own wisdom, compassion, and strength while filling in any information gaps so that you feel truly ready to give birth and care for your baby.

This is your opportunity to find balance and create a pathway to a joyful and unforgettable experience!

Register for Birthing From Within and get FREE access to these important BONUS classes

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Taking the time to get informed and centered around YOUR family values will help you cross over into parenthood with confidence.

Our goal is to support families to have a better birth-- because it's good for babies. We know that birth trauma has a negative impact on postpartum bonding and mental health.

 

We stand by our classes.

  • If you are not 100% satisfied we will give you your money back.
  • You can move your registrion to a different date if space is available.
  • Free access to contact instructor for any follow up needed after class.
  • Online portal full of additional resources from someone you trust.
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In-Person & Online Birthing From Within Classes

Online Childbirth Classes

Live Interactive Series

6 Thursdays | 6:30pm to 9:00pm

Location: Online via Zoom

Fee: $350

2024 Dates:

  • November 7 to December 19 (No class 11/28)

2025 Dates:

  • March 11 to April 15
  • May 6 to June 10
  • September 9 to Oct 14
  • November 4 to Dec 16

In-Person Childbirth Classes

In-person Day Long Retreat

Time: 9:30am-6:00pm PST

Location: Queen Anne Classroom

Fee: $350

2024 Dates:

  • November 9
  • December 7

2025 Dates:

  • January 25
  • February 15
  • March 15
  • March 30
  • April 12
  • May 4
  • May 17
  • June 22

No one wants to get to the hard part and feel regretful and unprepared. It leaves a very sad memory in the space that could otherwise be filled with love and tenderness.

  • When to Attend:

You are welcome to join at any time after your 20th week of pregnancy.

  • How:

After registering, you will receive a code that allows you to register for Nourishing Newborns, Prepared Postpartum, and Intentional Inductions classes for free. The week of your class you will receive an email with full details about your class.

  • Who:

We welcome and include all families including single parents who wish to take the class alone or with a friend, family member or doula, queer + poly families, and families of color.

What Parents Saying About Birthing From Within Classes?

"Amity was a gentle, knowledgeable and caring facilitator. I definitely feel the time in class has opened me to new ways of being at the center of our birth."

"I would recommend this class to any pregnant woman or her partner. It was a truly unique and wonderful way for me to connect to my fears and questions about labor, and the fears of my partner and talk about how to cope with them honestly. We feel so prepared for birth and have learned so much about each other; Amity really helped each person (not just the mothers!) to look deeper than his/her questions to see what issues were beneath."

"This has been a great class. I've been extremely impressed with how you've been able to cover a lot of territory while staying somewhat unbiased and not presenting everything as though there is a "right" way. Even if the discussion took an opinionated turn, you gracefully and tactfully steered that thought/ issue/ opinion to a less biased place. I felt comfortable asking any and all questions without feeling awkward or judged by you."​​​​​​​​​​

"We had an amazing birth experience, and taking the Birthing From Within class was very valuable! Jason and I were very thankful for all the knowledge and ways of thinking that you helped open our minds to. Honestly, I believe the class helped my husband most of all! Within minutes of Malia being born, he said, "I sure am glad we took that class!"

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