Silver Creek Birth Class

In-person, inclusive, evidence-based and holistic childbirth education offered in the heart of Silverton, Oregon!

In the gorgeous Emerald Events space, overlooking the beautiful Silver Creek that runs through Silverton, we will spend a power-packed, interactive day learning about the pregnant body, what to expect during labor, how to build a coping mindset, and how to build advocacy skills to achieve your own unique birth goals.

We take a holistic, trauma-informed approach to present childbirth as a natural human experience, so that you understand exactly what your body is capable of doing.

In doing that, we also dive deeply into some of the common interventions you might be asked to make decisions about. We explain and demonstrate various drug and non-drug pain and coping techniques, while exploring your options and alternatives through a benefits and risks perspective, so that you feel confident making evidence-informed decisions. With a massive emphasis on partner support, your rights in the heath care system, and building self-advocacy skills, you will leave fully prepared to face whatever lies ahead.

Great for first time parents, families seeking a solid refresher, or for those who desire a completely different experience from one you had before.

Our class will begin at 9:00am and last until 4:00pm, with an hour-long lunch break in the middle, giving you the perfect opportunity to soak up the energy of downtown Silverton while you go to lunch on your own with your support people. You could even make a lovely “babymoon” out of the weekend! You can visit the Smith Creek Village website or the Oregon Garden Resort to check out some popular, local accommodations.

Mats, birth balls, beverages, snacks, and all learning materials provided. All you need to do is bring yourself, your water bottle, a support person if you have one, a cozy pillow, and a desire to learn more about what your amazing body is about to do.

A note on inclusivity: Our goal as childbirth educators is to facilitate a learning space that is safe, supportive, and informative for all people preparing to give birth, including single parents, surrogates, and families of all kinds. We designed this class specifically with LGBTQIA+ individuals in mind, and all workshop participants must agree to maintain a respectful and affirming environment for one another.

Upcoming class dates: June 1, July 20

Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm

$175 per pregnant person, accompanied by 1 support person ($50 for each additional support person)

We proudly offer economic justice pricing and are happy to offer this class on a sliding scale.

Bethany and Becky are both experienced THW doulas and certified childbirth educators who have a passion for supporting folks with evidence-based information and client-centered care, so that their voices are heard and amplified in the birth space.

Meet yourInstructors

Bethany Griffin-Shetler

Co-Owner of Silver Falls Family Support

CBD, CPD, LC, DipCBEd (CBI)

Becky Gilliam

Owner of Empowered Birth Care

CD (DONA), ICCE (ICEA)

Our other team members

Samantha Wilson

Co-Owner of Silver Falls Family Support

Birth, Postpartum, & Full Spectrum Doula (Cornerstone), Lactation Counselor

Victoria True

Prenatal Yoga Instructor

Certified RTY 300, Certified Kid’s Yoga Instructor

  • anatomy and physiology

  • building a coping mindset

  • how labor starts

  • stages of labor

  • pushing

  • relaxation, visualization, breathing

  • massage, counter pressure, comfort techniques

  • pain medications

  • epidurals

  • common interventions

  • cesarean birth

  • communication skills and self-advocacy

  • the Golden Hour

  • postpartum recovery and healing

  • embracing the pregnancy and birth journey

  • building community with other like-minded participants

  • and more!

What we’ll cover

A note from us to you about partner support

You might have an awesome, loving partner(s) who is/are fully invested in all things child rearing as equally as you are. Or you might be parenting on your own, navigating this pregnancy on your own, hoping to calm your own fears and embrace your own power as the strong birthing person that you are!

We stand with all parents and all families.

Bring your partner(s), bring your mom and dad, your grandma, a friend, a neighbor, or just yourself.

Be your own best support person. Or let us be your support person.

You belong here.

We aim to create services and offerings that are financially accessible. Please read about our economic justice pricing and reach out if you need to talk to us about payment options.

Still not sure if taking a childbirth class is right for you?

Is there even any evidence that shows that taking a childbirth preparation class actually matters?

Actually, yes! Check out our post about this here.

And if you’re still not convinced, read our article, “Do I really need to take a childbirth class?”