Mindful Birthing:

Mindfulness-Based Childbirth Education

October 4 - November 22 Sundays 3-5:30pm

In-Person in Northampton, MA

Parents in birth tub | Photo taken by birth doula Carole Renard

Join me and other expectant parents for an 8-week in-person Mindful Birthing class that weaves together comprehensive childbirth education, hands-on practical skills for labor and birth, group discussions, and mindfulness practices to support you in labor, birth, and beyond.

Throughout the course of these 8 weeks, we will:

  • Learn about the anatomy and physiology of labor, stages of labor, and making informed decisions

  • Learn about early postpartum, newborn cycles, and the physiology of nursing

  • Explore hands-on practices for navigating the sensations of labor and birth

  • Practice in-class and at-home mindfulness techniques to support you in birth, early parenthood, and beyond

The guided meditations that we practice in class and at home offer the opportunity to develop:

  • Skills to work with pain and fear, and decouple pain from suffering

  • Access to deeper physical and mental resilience

  • Greater capacity to steady attention through intense moments and decisions

  • Simple practices to reset in pregnancy, labor, and daily life

  • Approaches to parenting rooted in patterns of presence rather than reactivity

We will also meet after the 8 weeks for a reunion and birth sharing circle, date TBD.

The cost for this class is $400.

If this feels prohibitive for you, I am happy to discuss payment plans or reduced rates for families in need.

Interested in joining the next Mindful Birthing cohort?

Reach out through the form below to register!

“Carole understood the delicate balance of being present and being supportive without being intrusive. She truly honored my space, allowing me to navigate the intensity of labor with dignity and grace. She was the perfect blend of strength and tenderness, knowledge and intuition. For anyone seeking a doula who will truly listen, respect, and empower you, I cannot recommend Carole highly enough. She helped bring my child into the world with such love and care, and for that, I will be forever grateful.”

-Swan and Niko

Interested in working together?

Schedule a free 30-minute consultation to meet each other and start the conversation.