childbirth education classes
Nurtured Path: Foundations of Birth
Preparing to welcome your baby is a journey — and you don’t have to walk it alone. Our group birthing classes in Portland create a supportive space where you can learn the essentials of labor, birth, and postpartum while building trust in yourself and connection with others. Together, we’ll cover comfort techniques, partner support tools, and what to expect in the hours and days after birth — in a community where questions are encouraged, laughter is sacred, and every family’s path is honored. By the end of class, you’ll feel more confident, more connected, and ready to step into birth with the knowledge and support you need.
“When we enter the world of birth, we step across the threshold from the mundane to the sacred.”
The Nurtured Path: Foundations of Birth
At Wildwood Birth, we believe that every family deserves to enter birth from a nurtured foundation, feeling informed, empowered, and supported.
Our Foundations of Birth classes are designed to give you the tools, confidence, and grounding you need—whether you’re preparing for your first baby or your family is expanding.
We offer two unique class formats, so you can choose the learning experience that best fits your needs and schedule.
Foundations of Birth classes are taught by Wildwood Childbirth Educator, Bri Dewey.
2-part series on Saturdays
This option is designed for families who want a comprehensive, focused learning experience spread over two weekends. With plenty of time for questions, activities, and discussion, you’ll leave with a solid foundation in:
The stages of labor and how your body works
Coping strategies for labor, including comfort measures and partner support
Informed decision-making and advocacy in birth spaces
This format is ideal if you prefer a concise class schedule while still diving deep into evidence-based, practical information.
Upcoming Dates:
Saturdays, March 28th and April 4th from 1-5pm
Where: Fremont United Methodist Church
Who: Anyone expecting a baby! Each class registration includes attendance for two — you and a partner or other close support person.
Cost: $325 for families working with a Wildwood doula, $345 for those joining us just for the class.
If cost is a barrier, please reach out — sliding scale and payment plans are available.
4-week series on Weeknights
This extended format gives you everything included in the Weekend Intensive plus the gift of community connection. Meeting weekly in a small, welcoming group offers time for everything in the weekend series, plus:
Learning and practicing skills at a gentle pace
Sharing stories, questions, and resources
Growing a support network that can continue beyond pregnancy
If you’re looking not only for childbirth education, but also for the chance to connect with others walking this same path, this series is for you.
Upcoming Dates:
Tuesdays, May 5th - 26th from 6-8:30pm
Where: Fremont United Methodist Church
Who: Anyone expecting a baby! Each class registration includes attendance for two — you and a partner or other close support person.
Cost: $375 for families working with a Wildwood doula, $355 for those joining us just for the class.
If cost is a barrier, please reach out — sliding scale and payment plans are available.
Interested in classes on
The Fourth Trimester?
Create a class bundle with Foundations of Birth and Foundations of the Fourth Trimester