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Events and Workshops

Postpartum Doula Workshop

A full 4-day workshop with the midwife prepares you to provide skilled in-home support to families with a new baby. Fall 2026. Details on our other website.

Birth Doula Training

Four inspiring days of instruction, lecture, case studies, role play, multi-media presentation, discussion, reflection and lots of hands-on practice give you the tools you need to begin this powerful work with birthing women and families.

Dates and Registration

July/Aug 2026 and Fall 2026.

Creative Movement: Practical Prep for a Positive Birth

The Valley’s favorite experiential childbirth ed class! Learn dozens of tips for a smoother, easier birth. Tuesday, June 23, 2026. 5:30-8:00, Northampton MA.

Also Sunday, August 2, 2026, 1:00-3:30, Western Mass location TBA.

midwife and doula training

“Every family deserves a Warm Welcome! ~ Todas las familias merecen una cálida bienvenida!”

Michelle L’Esperance, Certified Professional Midwife, Doula & Doula Trainer. (413) 858-5048. Supporting families in Western Massachusetts.

Serving Northampton, Amherst, Easthampton, Southhampton, Westhampton, Williamsburg, Hadley, Holyoke, Deerfield, South Deerfield, Greenfield, Conway, Turner’s Falls, Palmer, Leverett, Sunderland, Belchertown, South Hadley, Ashfield, Worthington, Chesterfield, Ware and the surrounding region.

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