An Eight-Week Parenting Preparation Series

Thursdays • October 15–December 10, 2026 • 6:00–8:00 PM

• Thursday, October 15 – Intro to Respectful Caregiving

• Thursday, October 22 – Motor Development

• Thursday, October 29 – Play

• Thursday, November 5 – Baby Brains

• Thursday, November 12 – Caregiving Routines

• Thursday, November 19 – Language and Sleep

  No class Thursday, November 26, for Thanksgiving

• Thursday, December 3 – Adult Relationships
  If you have a partner/support person, please prioritize both being here during this class, especially.

• Thursday, December 10 – Postpartum Prep

In-Person • 6017 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland, Oregon

An eight-week course on respectful beginnings, designed to help expecting parents build confidence, skills, and connection before baby arrives. These two-hour sessions are grounded in research and real life: big-picture principles, implementable details, and lots of space for discussion and questions. Whether you're reading every parenting book or not sure where to start, this course offers thoughtful guidance for navigating early parenthood with clarity and care.

*Price is for you and a partner/support person (and the support person can rotate!)

This fee reflects the full value of the 8-week program, which includes 16 hours of hands-on instruction, resources, and community support.

We are able to offer sliding scale options — the bold is the code to use at checkout.

• Slide5 (5% off)

• Slide10 (10% off)

• Slide15 (15% off)

• Slide20 (20% off)

• Slide25 (25% off)

If the price is prohibitive after the sliding scale, please reach out for scholarship options.