Childbirth is a profound process of initiation. Preparing for childbirth begins long before you take a pregnancy test, take classes, or hire a doula. While there is much you can do to prepare for and learn about birth, pain, and the modern medical system, your birth remains ultimately unknowable. In Birthing From Within, we will work together to awaken a coping mindset, to encourage resilience, flexibility, and coping skills for you to navigate the great unknowns of birth and parenthood.
Class Topics include:
Stages of labor, pushing, birth, and postpartum
Birth and postpartum body awareness (nutrition, positioning for labor and birth, mindful movement, nurturing touch)
Choosing a birthplace and making informed decisions with informed consent
Partner support and connection
Exploring birth and the unknowns through art and storytelling
Pain-coping using mindfulness, breathing, visualization, as well as the wise and compassionate use of drugs and epidurals
Welcoming Baby & Postpartum Adjustment (postpartum expectations and moods, planning for help and support)
Rituals and Celebration for the childbearing year
Upcoming Classes
Sign up below for my in-person Childbirth Preparation classes in Pittsburgh. I aim to provide services accessible to everyone, so please inquire about Sliding Scale or Payment Plans. I also offer a 20% discount for doula clients and Boundless Birth clients!
Birthing From Within Late Winter Session 2026
$275.00
5-week in-person Childbirth Preparation course. Birthing From Within classes are a comprehensive approach to childbirth preparation that turns childbirth into a transformative journey of growth and self-discovery.
Dates: February 12, February 19, February 26, March 5, March 12
Birthing From Within classes are a comprehensive approach to childbirth preparation that turns childbirth into a transformative journey of growth and self-discovery.
Dates: April, 9, April 16, April 23, April 30, May 7