As you move toward birth you may find yourself a bit nervous.

Many parents report big feelings as they move toward birth.

In our classes we look those tigers in the eye and ask ourselves, "How would I name this fear?"

As we explore our beliefs, attitudes, and feelings, we may discover that we ARE the tiger as we tune into our inner strength.

Hello! I'm Kathleen Neff and I welcome you to the adventure called BIRTH. As your Birthing From Within childbirth educator, I offer a comprehensive preparation for your birth, including a variety of tried and true Pain Coping Practices to increase confidence and accompany any birth plan.

Along the path of pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and parenting, knowing when to push forward and when to "let go" is essential. Having some practice in advance of your labor can make all the difference. Preparing for birth pays off.

Combining the Pain Coping Skills with practical information about your body's process during labor provides a well-rounded backdrop for how to use your voice and new skills during labor.

WE BEGIN IN CURIOSITY . . .

What do I need to know to give birth?

How can I create a Safe Environment in any birth location?

How can I meet Unexpected Surprises with Resilience?

How can I plan for Practical Solutions postpartum?

PREPARING FOR BIRTH PAYS OFF

Individual Class for Intro or Refresher $135.00 for ninety minute class, In Person or Online.
Group Class (6 to 8 people) $99.00 each pair
Either Class Includes:
- Pain Coping Strategies/Practice
- Tuning in to strength within
- Looking Tigers in the Eye
- Tips & Tricks to Avoid Trauma
$400.00 for a 5-Week Curriculum in five weekly classes or 2 Full Saturdays format totaling 8 hrs. of instruction, methods, and practice.
ENTIRE PACKAGE OF DOULA SERVICES & CLASSES: $1,850 Includes: 5-Week Classes, Birth Story Labyrinth Session, 24/7 phone and email, full support at entire birth, and 2-3 postpartum visits within baby's first year.

Deeper questions you may be pondering:

What does it mean to tune into my curiosity?

How do I tune into my instinct?

How does fear come into play in birth?

Once you start approaching your body with curiosity rather than with fear, everything shifts. -Bessel Van der Kolk, MD

INTERESTED? LET'S TALK!

Kathleen Neff, CD - Birth Doula and Childbirth Educator

Certified Doula with Birthing From Within since 2012

Transformation for the parent in labor and in life.

Kathie has been Serving Families in the Inland Empire & Surrounding Areas since 2009.

She is currently serving both Private and Insured Families:

Private Clients

RAYA Health Clients

Kaiser Commercial or HMO Clients

Medi-Cal Clients

Experience Includes:

* Certified with BFW, 2012 to Present

* Certified with DONA, 2011-2020

* Lifestyle Educator with Kaiser, 2015-2020

* BFW Professional Trainer, 2020-2025

* Extensive training in Trauma Informed Care, Birth Equity, and Informed Decision Making.

Mindful birth preparation awakens you to birth's gift of transformation. The months of pregnancy, and the birth process itself, prepares us for parenting as we learn patience during body changes and awaken to the impact that love, compassion, and courage bring to us.

We utilize Ancient and Modern knowledge while gaining a new knowledge of ourselves as we prepare to meet the intensity of birth. We come to learn what to do in moments when we don't know what to do. Skills that last a lifetime.

WELCOME TO THE ADVENTURE!

"Kathie’s services were invaluable in helping me to heal my birth story. Following the birth of my daughter, I was left with a whiplash of complicated emotions. Kathie guided me through these raw emotions, helping me to process the most painful parts. Her nurturing and non-judgmental demeanor made me feel safe, and I am deeply grateful." -Macon

"Kathie's BFW Classes helped us to prepare for the unknown: labor & delivery and a new life with a new little one . . ."

" . . . her wisdom, gentleness, and non-judgmental spirit were our faithful guides. We are so grateful for her!" - Mandy and Matt

"Kathie was our doula for the birth of our third child. Before his arrival, she helped us heal from previous birth trauma and reclaim rituals to welcome him . . ."

". . . during his birth, her calm and confident knowledge of a woman's birthing body helped him make his way peacefully. Kathie is a wise elder that will nurture and help you grow your family." - Anna V

"Kathie is an intuitive teacher and comforting advocate. She gave me courage, knowledge, resilience and love in the anticipation of baby and during the labyrinth of labor!" - Erin M.

"As a husband working to support my wife through birth, I can truly say that having Kathie as our doula to support both of us was invaluable. That she's so knowledgeable, capable and present is just the start of it . . .

. . . it was her wisdom, her attention, her care and her confidence that rooted us in the moments when we needed it most." - Rana B.

"Kathie, thank you for all your help and support during my first pregnancy. Your experience as a mother and as a doula guided me through every step of the process . . . "

" . . . and during my second pregnancy I found Birth Story Listening to be especially helpful while working through my feelings post-birth. It helped me to release certain feelings and expectations before the birth of my second child." - M. Garcia

"Thank you for all your help, guidance, and advocacy throughout my pregnancy. You are a warm light in my small world and I appreciate all the time we have had together." - Jasmine

"Thank you for allowing me to be open with you, for being absolutely supportive with responding to my needs and guiding me towards a much more easing path of reflection. I am so honored to be with you for this journey." - Emily V.

Pregnancy and Birth Coaching

Book a phone coaching call if you just need a quick dose of support or if you have questions.

Exploring hospital, home or birth center as possible birth locations
Discussing your particular needs in birth preparation and how I might assist you
Email replies are no cost: myseasonswithin@gmail.com
Phone Consult: $40 for 60-minutes

Birth Story Labyrinth Listening Sessions: In Person or Online

The Birth Story Labyrinth process is designed to help explore any residual feelings you may have from a challenging experience giving birth.

"The bad news is that trauma exists. The good news is, it's not a life-sentence." Dr. Peter A. Levine

A gentle, yet powerful, process to explore challenges that came up during your birth and view them through a unique lens. This process can be helpful in offering:

access to greater peace of mind;
as preparation for a subsequent birth;
as a helpful tool for birth givers and birth workers alike.

Appointments by phone or in person.

Fee: $150 with sliding scale available, no questions asked. I make this process available with all birth packages.

Contact me to get started..

Service Area

Serving the Greater Los Angeles Area including Riverside & San Bernardino Counties since 2009.

E-mail

kathieneff@gmail.com

Phone

Phone: 951-203-9560

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Seasons Within: Cultivating Resilience in Labor and in Life