Birthing From Within Classes in Portland, Oregon
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
7B626E9E-5401-445E-B909-3E5F421492AC.jpeg

Are Birthing From Within classes right for you?

Birthing From Within is ideal for you if…

  • You’re looking for a deeper, more meaningful experience

  • You’re worried about “doing birth right” (spoiler: you don’t need to be!)

  • You want to strengthen your bond with your partner

  • You want to learn practical techniques for pain-coping

  • You’re open to trying new things, and aren’t afraid to get a little messy

  • You’re intrigued by the idea that birth is a rite of passage


pathway-in-forest.jpg
 
 
 

Your path. Your story.

Everyone’s journey to parenthood is a little bit different. You bring a unique perspective to the birth of this baby. That means you deserve more than a “cookie cutter” class full of dry facts. Not only do I tailor the information in the class to your needs, we also dive into the emotional component of giving birth, and address your individual hopes and concerns.

Even though your birth will be unique, one common thread that unites the parents I work with is the feeling of love and hope for the future. That’s something I feel is even more important to highlight and celebrate now, in these uncertain times.

Take the next step!

 
 
 
 

 

Hi, I’m Katherine.

I’m so excited to begin supporting you.

I’ve been interested in birth and babies ever since I was sixteen or so. I wandered for a while before finding my niche in childbirth education. I explored doula work and midwifery, but realized that what I loved most was helping parents deal with the enormous emotional and mental changes that come with welcoming a baby.

When I joined Birthing From Within, I felt like I’d come home. I wanted a childbirth education method that acknowledged and celebrated the deeply personal emotional experience of the new parent. I love the richness of mythology and storytelling embedded in the philosophy.

I appreciate that Birthing From Within also acknowledges the realities of birth and the fact that things don’t always go as planned. In fact, the only “truth” about birth is that you are guaranteed to be surprised at least once during the process! My classes are evidence-based and grounded in a solid foundation.

I have two daughters, who bring so much light to my life. I had wildly opposite emotional reactions after their births, even though on the surface my experiences seemed similar. I think this helps me recognize and validate the many different emotions parents can feel during this process.

One of the tenets of Birthing From Within is that “birth is synonymous with the unknown.” This is part of what draws me to it. There is always more to learn and discover, and we will never know everything about birth. Every parent I work with teaches me something new, which is exciting. I look forward to supporting you on your unique journey!

Let’s work together!

F519EBA1-4B5F-4E98-8A9A-B3A0742157C9.jpeg