Ongoing Events

Meet the Doulas Night:

Offered the 2nd Friday of every month, 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Blossom. Suggested donation $15. Please RSVP to 650-321-2326. Let us know your due date, your phone number, and if you are interested in learning about Birth and/or Postpartum Doulas.

Join other expectant parents once a month to learn about doulas (birth support and newborn assistance professionals). Each Meet the Doulas Night includes an overview of what doulas do, the benefits of doula services, and how to find the right doula for you. Birth and postpartum doulas from the community participate to answer parents’ questions. Time will also be provided for parents to meet individually with doulas.

Meet the Doulas Night is a community service provided by Blossom. Blossom does not endorse specific doulas. More about Doulas.

Pregnancy Lunch Lounge

1st Friday of every month, noon-1:30pm.

Come chat with other pregnant and hoping-to-get-pregnant women: share info and resources, watch videos about birth and babies, encourage and be encouraged!

Free. Bring your lunch if you like. Informal and unfacilitated.

Pregnancy and Post Partum Moods and Challenges

Wednesdays 11:30am-1:00pm, $85 for 3 months or $15 drop in. (Payment taken at class time)

Join this drop-in discussion group on the challenges and mood changes that you may be feeling in your pregnancy and after birth. You will find a relaxed and welcoming environment at Blossom for discussing these unexpected feelings.

Many of us find it helpful to share our experiences in a group setting with an experienced facilitator to guide the discussion. Some women in the group may have a diagnosis of prenatal or post partum anxiety or depression while others may just find the challenges of motherhood different than expected.

Experienced therapist, birth doula and social worker, Eva Roodman, will be leading the group in discussions about your feelings and strategies for coping and thriving during this unique transition time. You may join in the group at any time on a drop-in basis. If you have questions, feel free to contact Blossom Birth's private voicemail at 650-321-2326.

Mother-to-Be Monthly Gathering

First Monday of the month, Next meeting: Monday, April 7, 6:30pm- 8:00pm

The Moms-to-be gathering is just that - a time for women to meet who want to be pregnant, trying to become pregnant and/or have questions that they want to ask other women about the process. We will discuss preconception, fertility, infertility and much, much more.

We will have monthly speakers such as a conception counselor, doctors, early childhood development educators and consultants, nutritionists and acupuncturists to name a few.

We create a safe place to ask questions and discuss all topics related to moms and moms-to-be.

Currently facilitated by Lauren Pacuit, an Educational Psychologist whose specialty is the "psychology of parenthood."   She recently moved to the area from Amsterdam, The Netherlands and is temporarily taking over this group while Heather Ramsey is on maternity leave.

Conscious Pregnancy: BabySpirit Meditation

First Saturday of the month, Next meeting: Saturday, April 5, 11:00am- 12:30pm

Pregnant or want to be pregnant? Want to connect with your child's spirit? Having fertility or pregnancy challenges and want to be in a more joyful and connected place? Join Elisabeth Manning, spiritual coach and founder of Conscious Conception for an hour and a half of an inspiring and uplifting "BabySpirit" Meditation.

This is a place to just "be," to enjoy and explore becoming and being pregnant, and to find comfort with the idea of being a mommy, afterall the journey to parenthood is challenging even when it is chosen. Gather with like minds in a safe environment for self exploration and "soul nurturing" in this significant time of your life. Dissolve fears (motherhood, miscarriage, birth, being enough, etc.) that block you from fully being present with your life and your child. Connect more deeply to your process and find out what you can do to maximize the quality of your current experience and listen to what it is telling you. Connect and communicate directly with your child to learn what it needs from you. Be in a space that allows you to celebrate and "be" in your pregnancy!

Come away feeling energized and awakened to greater possibility and purpose. Learn how your own thoughts and energy affect your experience and how to work with them to empower your life. Have fun with your process and learn to receive it more fully. Allow your highest potential in this sacred and miraculous time. Looking forward to your presence with us!

Drop-in: $17 per mom or $25 per couple/ family; Pre-pay for 3 sessions: $45 per mom or $65 per couple/ family

International Cesarean Awareness Network (ICAN) of the Peninsula at Blossom

Come join us the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 7:00- 8:30pm for a gathering to meet the needs of birthing women. Share experiences and knowledge in a safe and supportive atmosphere. For more information, please call Suzanne Andrews at 650-322-4834.

Blanket Babies

This is a FREE group which hosts speakers of interest to new moms. It is geared towards precrawlers, but all are welcome. We meet on alternative Mondays at 3:30 at Blossom; speakers start at 4:00. If you would like to be on the list to receive upcoming speaker announcement, please email bbbabies@gmail.com.

Upcoming Speakers:

• March 24: Taking care of Mommy
  Debbie Evans, Certified Massage Therapist and Owner of Down Time Healing Arts Center, will discuss ways to help moms reduce postpartum pain and stress (particularly, carpal tunnel syndrome) and provide an introduction to craniosacral therapy for infants. www.downtimehealingarts.com


• April 7: Music for Babies
  Mona Dena, Director of Mo Music, will discuss how to play musically with your baby and how to recognize and support musical behaviors in your baby. Mona has a B.A. in Vocal Performance and teaching credential from California State University, Hayward, and has been singing professionally for 20 years in choirs, jazz combos and Big Bands. As Mo Music director, teacher and mother, Mona’s vision for Mo Music is to grow avid child learners through first-rate music education, and to nourish and celebrate community along the way. www.momusic.org


• April 21: Herbs and Postpartum Health
  Pam Caldwell, Certified Herbalist and founder of Herblore, will discuss herbs for postpartum, breast-feeding & baby care. Pam specializes in fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, lactation, baby & children's health, PMS and menopause. She has created an all-organic line of herbal products specific for these particular times in a woman's life. For more information on Pam, her herbal product line, or detailed information about herbs and the issues they have traditionally been used for, please visit her website at www.herblore.com. She is also offering a class on Herbs for Pregnancy, Birth & Lactation at Natural Resources on March 28, details at www.naturalresources-sf.com/class_herbs.html


• May 5: Your Baby Scientist
  Pediatrician Dr. Janesta Noland of Burgess Pediatrics in Menlo Park will draw on information gained from studies performed in the last 20 years that demonstrate baby’s astonishing, previously unrecognized abilities. Join us and learn what some of those surprising capabilities are and when they develop, and use that information to interact with your baby. Janesta completed her pediatric residency at Stanford, she has recently opened a concierge-style pediatric practice with two other pediatricians in Menlo Park, the only exclusively pediatric practice of this type in the area. She is also the parent of 3 children, ages 7, 6 and 3. burgesspediatrics.com


• May 19: Top 10 Mommy Tips: Get Organized and Stay Motivated!
  Carrie Vawter-Yousfi founder of Mommy’s Coach will discuss getting organized and stay motivated after the baby arrives. Learn how to get organized and stay motivated in the areas of food organization, family communications, baby planning, and time for yourself without the guilt! She brings her formal education in Business Administration/Communications; eight years of Account Management in corporate America and now her proudest achievement… mother of two daughters, ages 1 and 3, in San Jose, CA. www.coach4mommy.com


• June 2: Breast Milk, Formula...Baby Paella!
  Rocío Guitard is a professional singer, working mom and passionate cook. Recently, in an effort to feed her daughter nutritious meals, she used her Mediterranean heritage to cook dishes “Easy enough for Parents. Yummy enough for Toddlers. Nutritious enough for Pediatricians.” Come learn about her journey through stage 1, 2, 3 foods. She will share simple recipes and helpful tips. babypaella.com


• June 16: Benefits of signing with Preverbal Babies
  Bill White, Baby Sign Language Director will demonstrate baby sign language. Learn about recent baby sign language research and practice a few basic signs using fun songs and activities. Bill White received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychobiology from University of California, Santa Cruz. He is a baby sign language instructor in the South Bay. Bill is passionate about the benefits of signing with babies and is the proud father of two hearing sons who both sign. www.TouchBlueSky.com

La Leche League

If you're a breastfeeding mom, do check out La Leche League's lunchtime mother's circle at Blossom. Bring your baby/toddler or bring your pump!

Third Friday of each month, 12:30 PM, Next meetings: December 21, January 18, February 15, March 21