Bamboo Birth

05/27/2026

It was a birthQUAKE! Not one, not two, but three births in under four days. All healthy spontaneous beautiful births. 🥹😍🤩

05/12/2026

Are you starting solids or on your solids journey with your baby and could use some guidance on baby led weaning and cup introduction? This free workshop on June 1st is for you at Registration is required (1 per family please), via Eventbrite. (Link in Bio)
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We will learn the developmental stages of chewing foods, why postural support is so important, how to work through gagging, how to progress what you are offering your baby, and much more. Bring your baby, and lets have fun with the yums!
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With Maria Podolan, MS, OTR/L, CLC, of will be your guide!
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We will likely add a Saturday option for this workshop at some point as well.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all that mother. If you care for women, children, the elderly, the earth, the underserved, oppressed, animals, plants, your community, etc. you are mothering us all into a better world. I see a mother in my own yard, and I want my own children, my clients and families to see Mother is all around them. My heart is with those who are mothering through war, oppression, starvation, and prejudice. All the world’s mothers are our mothers. All the world’s children are our children.

04/24/2026

Have you been bummed at how quickly our Birth & Beyond classes have filled up? Well, you’re in luck, we’ve opened a few extra spots each month for the rest of the year, and we’ve added a whole new session for May.
This class is three consecutive Wednesday evenings. We provide a dinner and refreshments as well. This class is for you, your partner and/or labor support people.
Register at Eventbrite, link in the comments.

04/19/2026

Tommorow at 10am at Lakewood Family Room

Join and on Monday, April 20th at 10am at Family Room for a free tummy time workshop for you and your baby. Maria Podolan from Whole Feeding Practice Therapy will guide and inform you of ways to support your baby’s growing body and development in a fun and nurturing environment. Registration preferred. DM to register!

04/15/2026

This morning was just one of those feel good mornings with families in their new season of life with their babies at
A mother mothering another mother. Showing all the ways they can help their gassy baby.
Families learning new babywearing skills.
Siblings here to play and witness the power of gathering.
Miss Jessica also got to get some baby snuggles in as well.
Wednesdays are my favorite day of the week. I’m so thankful I get to spend it with all of you!
We’re here every Wednesday starting with babies under 8 weeks 9:30-10:30, and all babies under 1 until noon. Come see us! As all ways drop in, no registration needed.
Love,
Kristen

04/14/2026

Join and on Monday, April 20th at 10am at Family Room for a free tummy time workshop for you and your baby. Maria Podolan from Whole Feeding Practice Therapy will guide and inform you of ways to support your baby’s growing body and development in a fun and nurturing environment. Registration preferred. DM to register!

04/08/2026

Welcome the last baby of March! This little Aries was born into the water by a strong and resilient mother. Their older sibling is thrilled by the addition as well. Happy birthday sweet baby!

04/08/2026

The five senses for birth!
Birth is a doorway, and the five senses are the soft hands that guide you through. When you shape your environment with intention, each sense becomes its own kind of comfort, a quiet chorus reminding your body that it is safe to open.
Sight becomes a cradle:
the glow of dim light, warm and steady,
shadows that soften the edges of the room,
images and words that whisper strength back to you.
Sound is the rhythm beneath your feet:
music that wraps around your breath,
waves, drums, silence. Whatever helps you sink inward,
letting each contraction rise and fall like its own tide.
Smell is memory and grounding:
a hint of lavender, citrus, or the familiar scent of home,
the air itself becoming a gentle anchor
that keeps you rooted when the world begins to swirl.
Touch is the language without words:
warm water tracing your skin,
hands offering counter-pressure,
soft fabrics that hold you in moments when you need to be held.
Taste is nourishment and presence:
a sip of cool water, a bite of something sweet,
small offerings that remind your body
that it has all it needs for the journey.
Together, the senses weave a cocoon, a sanctuary where strength and softness meet. Where you can surrender to the ancient rhythm of birth held by a world you shaped to welcome your baby.

04/03/2026

Here’s a recap of the common phrases you’ll hear me say as your Doula and Lactation Counselor. Remember, I’m your cheerleader, I have deep knowledge and experience, and a trust in YOU.