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Childbirth Education - HypnoBirthing Series
Part 4 of 4 childbirth preparation class
November 7th, 14th, 21st & December 5th (Thursdays, skipping Thanksgiving)
5:00pm - 8:00pm

This is a NEW 4-part series being taught by certified HypnoBirthing educator, Rena Chandler, and hosted at Acorn Community Birth and Wellness Center! This class series is ideal for birthing mothers and birthing partner/ fathers.

HypnoBirthing is an established, well designed program for mothers and families looking for a gentle and calm birthing experience. Each class teaches the mother and her birthing companion the art and joy of experiencing childbirth in a rewarding and comfortable manner. For more information on HypnoBirthing, visit www.renachandler.com!


Cost: $400, per couple, for ALL 4 classes (sliding scale available)
This fee includes the HypnoBirthing book, affirmation download, handouts, spiral, etc.


Rena's Bio: I am a certified HypnoBirthing educator and have been teaching for over 7 years and have been DONA trained to be a postpartum doula. I have three boys 3,6 and 9. I have had a passion for birth since I was a kid and when I got pregnant with my first child I signed up for HypnoBirthing and it helped me have the birth I knew I was capable of and the rest is herstory. I'm an in-person teacher and never got into a zoom class to teach (I also had my third baby in April 2020). I love teaching families in person. Parents can call me, email or go on my website, www.renachandler.com , for any questions they might have.
Childbirth Education - HypnoBirthing Series
Part 3 of 4 childbirth preparation class
August 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th (Thursdays)
5:00pm - 8:00pm

This is a NEW 4-part series being taught by certified HypnoBirthing educator, Rena Chandler, and hosted at Acorn Community Birth and Wellness Center! This class series is ideal for birthing mothers and birthing partner/ fathers.

HypnoBirthing is an established, well designed program for mothers and families looking for a gentle and calm birthing experience. Each class teaches the mother and her birthing companion the art and joy of experiencing childbirth in a rewarding and comfortable manner. For more information on HypnoBirthing, visit www.renachandler.com!


Cost: $400, per couple, for ALL 4 classes (sliding scale available)
This fee includes the HypnoBirthing book, affirmation download, handouts, spiral, etc.


Rena's Bio: I am a certified HypnoBirthing educator and have been teaching for over 7 years and have been DONA trained to be a postpartum doula. I have three boys 3,6 and 9. I have had a passion for birth since I was a kid and when I got pregnant with my first child I signed up for HypnoBirthing and it helped me have the birth I knew I was capable of and the rest is herstory. I'm an in-person teacher and never got into a zoom class to teach (I also had my third baby in April 2020). I love teaching families in person. Parents can call me, email or go on my website, www.renachandler.com , for any questions they might have.
This Newborn Care Class is designed to give parents the foundational tools, skills, and information necessary to begin their parenting journey equipped as possible. Taught by birth and postpartum doula, Savannah Bailey!
The class is purposed for any mother, partner, or family member looking to gain confidence in the early months with baby.

We will walk through topics such as:
- Breastfeeding and supplementation
- Diapering baby
- Soothing techniques
- Bathing
- Sleep
- Infant health
- Knowing yourself in the postpartum period
  • And more!
There will be hands on time to practice these learned techniques and a short slideshow. The class will take place every 3rd Saturday of the month, starting at 10am for 1 - 1.5 hours. Cost is $40 per couple, per class.

Teacher Bio:
My name is Savannah Bailey, I am a stay at home mom to 3 boys as well as a Birth and Postpartum Doula. My passion is supporting mothers in their unique journeys throughout motherhood.
Newborn Care Class $40.00
Childbirth Education - HypnoBirthing Series
Part 4 of 4 childbirth preparation class
September 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th (Thursdays)
5:30pm - 8:30pm

This is a NEW 4-part series being taught by certified HypnoBirthing educator, Rena Chandler, and hosted at Acorn Community Birth and Wellness Center! This class series is ideal for birthing mothers and birthing partner/ fathers.

HypnoBirthing is an established, well designed program for mothers and families looking for a gentle and calm birthing experience. Each class teaches the mother and her birthing companion the art and joy of experiencing childbirth in a rewarding and comfortable manner. For more information on HypnoBirthing, visit www.renachandler.com!


Cost: $400, per couple, for ALL 4 classes (sliding scale available)
This fee includes the HypnoBirthing book, affirmation download, handouts, spiral, etc.


Rena's Bio: I am a certified HypnoBirthing educator and have been teaching for over 7 years and have been DONA trained to be a postpartum doula. I have three boys 3,6 and 9. I have had a passion for birth since I was a kid and when I got pregnant with my first child I signed up for HypnoBirthing and it helped me have the birth I knew I was capable of and the rest is herstory. I'm an in-person teacher and never got into a zoom class to teach (I also had my third baby in April 2020). I love teaching families in person. Parents can call me, email or go on my website, www.renachandler.com , for any questions they might have.

So You Want To Be A Midwife?

Ever wonder what it takes to be an out-of-hospital midwife for your community?
This free educational gathering is meant to answer all your questions about pathways to midwifery in the United States, and how to become a Licensed Midwife in California. Hosted by Cristi Lewis LM, CPM, Director and Senior Midwife of Acorn Birth Center.
Come join us for an evening of gathering information, telling stories, sharing good food, and connecting with fellow "birth junkies" in your community! Please RSVP by clicking here: forms.gle/aJXNv53nUATjJacJ7
Childbirth Education - HypnoBirthing Series
Part 3 of 4 childbirth preparation class
September 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th (Thursdays)
5:30pm - 8:30pm

This is a NEW 4-part series being taught by certified HypnoBirthing educator, Rena Chandler, and hosted at Acorn Community Birth and Wellness Center! This class series is ideal for birthing mothers and birthing partner/ fathers.

HypnoBirthing is an established, well designed program for mothers and families looking for a gentle and calm birthing experience. Each class teaches the mother and her birthing companion the art and joy of experiencing childbirth in a rewarding and comfortable manner. For more information on HypnoBirthing, visit www.renachandler.com!


Cost: $400, per couple, for ALL 4 classes (sliding scale available)
This fee includes the HypnoBirthing book, affirmation download, handouts, spiral, etc.


Rena's Bio: I am a certified HypnoBirthing educator and have been teaching for over 7 years and have been DONA trained to be a postpartum doula. I have three boys 3,6 and 9. I have had a passion for birth since I was a kid and when I got pregnant with my first child I signed up for HypnoBirthing and it helped me have the birth I knew I was capable of and the rest is herstory. I'm an in-person teacher and never got into a zoom class to teach (I also had my third baby in April 2020). I love teaching families in person. Parents can call me, email or go on my website, www.renachandler.com , for any questions they might have.

Childbirth Education Series with El Nido Birth

Join Acorn midwife Debbie Eakes in a practical, fun childbirth education series designed to prepare parents for what to expect from the third trimester of pregnancy through the birth, postpartum period ("The Fourth Trimester"), and newborn care. Covers breastfeeding 101, comfort measures for labor in both hospital and out-of-hospital settings, how to fall in love with your baby, and more! Registration is for the entire 3 week series and includes birth partner attendance as well.

Please register with the link on December 6th. Please call the birth center with any questions.

Childbirth Education Series with El Nido Birth

Join Acorn midwife Debbie Eakes in a practical, fun childbirth education series designed to prepare parents for what to expect from the third trimester of pregnancy through the birth, postpartum period ("The Fourth Trimester"), and newborn care. Covers breastfeeding 101, comfort measures for labor in both hospital and out-of-hospital settings, how to fall in love with your baby, and more! Registration is for the entire 4 week series and includes birth partner attendance as well.

Please register with the link on November 1st. Please call the birth center with any questions.

La Leche League Breastfeeding Support Group

Join us for a FREE support group to talk about breastfeeding!

Nursing parents and their families are welcome to drop in to discuss questions, concerns, and troubleshooting around breastfeeding/ chestfeeding. The group is led by Mary Hodson of the La Leche League organization, and centered around community support for families at all stages of breastfeeding.

Please feel free to bring snacks and water to support your body while attending group meetings.

Meetings will be held the last Saturday of every month from 11am-12:30pm. and participants are welcome to drop in at anytime during the meeting!

- Meetings are FREE with no membership required.
- Meetings are run by Leaders who are parent volunteers who have breastfed their own children.
- Leaders are trained in the normal course of breastfeeding and weaning.
- Each parent is able to ask questions or contribute to discussion as they - choose.
- Attendees may also sit and listen if they prefer.
- Babies are always welcome.
- Expectant parents are encouraged to attend to help get off to a good start.
- Take the information that works for you and leave the rest behind.

We hope to see you there!

La Leche League (LLL USA) is committed to helping families reach their nursing and human milk feeding goals. Leaders are trained parent volunteers who offer free information and support to help you. Meetings are free and offer a place to find a community of parents who share an interest in breastfeeding, chestfeeding, pumping, and human milk feeding experiences, information, questions, and concerns.
This Newborn Care Class is designed to give parents the foundational tools, skills, and information necessary to begin their parenting journey equipped as possible. Taught by birth and postpartum doula, Savannah Bailey!
The class is purposed for any mother, partner, or family member looking to gain confidence in the early months with baby.

We will walk through topics such as:
- Breastfeeding and supplementation
- Diapering baby
- Soothing techniques
- Bathing
- Sleep
- Infant health
- Knowing yourself in the postpartum period
  • And more!
There will be hands on time to practice these learned techniques and a short slideshow. The class will take place every 3rd Saturday of the month, starting at 10am for 1 - 1.5 hours. Cost is $40 per couple, per class.

Teacher Bio:
My name is Savannah Bailey, I am a stay at home mom to 3 boys as well as a Birth and Postpartum Doula. My passion is supporting mothers in their unique journeys throughout motherhood.
Newborn Care Class $40.00

CPR Certification Class - BLS

This CPR Certification Class, through the American Heart Association, is recommended for BLS Healthcare providers. This course teaches participants how to recognize life-threatening emergencies and give high-quality chest compressions, deliver ventilations, and learn how to use an AED.

Participants will receive a course manual and wallet card of the certification. Certification is good for two years.

Classes will be held at Acorn Community Birth Center, taught by one of our very own Midwife Apprentices, Zha-nee Johnson!

To register for the class, email: zhaneej@gmail.com, payment is due at registration.
CPR/BLS $85.00

Breastfeeding Class - Virtual

Join us for an amazing day packed with tons of lactation education! You will receive culturally competent, non-judgmental information for all stages of nursing. This class ideal for expectant families and families currently breastfeeding. Partners, supportive family, and kids are welcome.

July 17th is a VIRTUAL/ ONLINE CLASS


We will discuss the following topics:

-Proper latching
-Milk supply
-Pumping
-Going back to work/school
-Weight loss
-Supplementing
and more.....

This virtual class will be hosted online on Wednesday, July 17th at 6:30pm - 8pm

Cost- $65/per family
HSA/FSA Accepted!

Families who attend the class are also eligible for discounted private lactation consultation. In person and Virtual options with day and evening classes.



Bio- This class will be taught by Tiffany Slade, IBCLC. Tiffany brings a wealth of knowledge surrounding lactation and maternal infant care to families with over 13 years of experience. Tiffany is a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Graduate Midwife, Full Spectrum Holistic Doula and mom to four beautiful kiddos.
Breastfeeding Class - Virtual $65.00

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Acorn Birth Center Birthing Room Bedside Table

Birthing Room Bedside Table

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Baby + Birthing Team

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Acorn Birth Center Baby in white bib with green stripes

Baby in white bib with green stripes

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Young girl caring for baby on couch

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Acorn Birth Center Butterflies on Walls

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Meet the Midwives

Acorn Birth Center Margo Kennedy CNM

Margo Kennedy CNM, MSN, Clinic Midwife

Margo’s love for children brought her to midwifery. After graduating from nursing school in 1975, she worked in pediatrics at Children’s Hospital in Los Angeles, and there she began to notice that moms that reported a more positive birth experience seemed to have a closer relationship with their children. So she started working in Labor and Delivery in 1980 to help moms with that transition to motherhood. While there she discovered that the journey that brought families to that moment really began much sooner. At that point she went to midwifery school and became a Certified Nurse Midwife in 1993 so she could be present for the entire journey that families take. Since 1993 Margo has worked at four different LA hospitals; opened a home birth practice in 2001 and then a Birth Center in 2013.

Since becoming a midwife, she has delivered over 3000 babies. She believes that pregnancy and birth present a blessed opportunity for a woman and her family to realize their own strength, as they become a family. She finds such joy and honor in accompanying them on this amazing journey and she is confident that she has the skills to provide the safe space they need to realize their dreams. To ensure that midwifery care remains an option for birthing families and their future children she is dedicated to educating future providers in medicine and midwifery.

She is the proud mother of three wonderful sons and has also been blessed with four amazing grandsons. After retiring in 2023 she moved to Temecula to be closer to family. She loves morning walks and gardening but missed being with pregnant women and their families. Fortunately, Acorn Community Birth and Wellness Center had a space for her to practice what she loves, midwifery.

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