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Childbirth Education - HypnoBirthing Series
Part 1 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 Class Series $400.00

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.

BLS Provider CPR Class

HeartSaver AED, First Aid & CPR course, through American Heart Association, is ideal for BLS Healthcare Providers, with some amount of medical training.

In this course, participants will:
-Learn how to provide first aid
-Learn how to perform CPR on an adult and infant
-Learn how to use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
-Learn how to recognize opioid-associated life-threatening emergencies

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 Student Midwife Zha-nee Johnson!

Questions about the class? Please email: zhaneej@gmail.com.
BLS Provider CPR Class $85.00
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

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
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

Heartsaver First Aid & CPR Certification Class

HeartSaver AED, First Aid & CPR course, through American Heart Association, is recommended for anyone with little to no medical training.

In this course, participants will:
-Learn how to provide first aid
-Learn how to perform CPR on an adult and infant
-Learn how to use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
-Learn how to recognize opioid-associated life-threatening emergencies

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 Student Midwife Zha-nee Johnson!

To register for the class, email: zhaneej@gmail.com, payment is due at registration.
Heartsaver First Aid & CPR Certification Class $85.00
Childbirth Education - HypnoBirthing Series
Part 3 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.

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

Community CPR | BLS Training

Join us on October 29th for a comprehensive (and fun!) CPR and BLS training that meets the requirements for healthcare workers and first responders. Provided by Cardia CPR and Safety, an American Red Cross licensed training provider.
CPR/BLS Training $79.00

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 call the birth center with any questions.
January Childbirth Education Series $150.00

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 call the birth center with any questions.
Childbirth Education Series with El Nido Birth & Family Ministries $150.00

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Baby in Acorn Birthing Center Knit Cap

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Baby in white bib with green stripes

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Acorn Birth Center Butterflies on Walls

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Acorn Birth Center Father and Baby

Father and Baby

Meet the Midwives

Acorn Birth Center Sedona Lercara LM, CPM, Clinical Director

Sedona Lercara LM, CPM, Clinical Director/Licensed Midwife

Sedona is an ardent and dedicated midwife, focused on individualized care and connection. She received her degree in Biological Physics from the University of San Diego with the intention of going to medical school, especially drawn to pediatrics. A shadowing experience illuminated how little time they were able to spend with their patients and altered her interest in allopathic medicine. After being introduced to the midwifery model of care by her chiropractor, she took her first step into the birth world and became a doula.

Shortly after certification, she was called deeper into the transformative power of birth, diving into the Nizhoni Institute of Midwifery and was enthralled with the holistic care that supports the journey of the mother/baby dyad and their unique needs as they arise. Her student path was swift as Covid shut down the world after beginning school and an internship with Acorn. Rapidly changing policies led to many women looking for support drastically different than the “new normal” and finding refuge in our center, most without previously considering unmedicated, out of hospital birth. Witnessing mothers having their babies in the way they felt safest and supported, while midwives and students were called to shepherd in the transition of care in such erratic times, laid the foundation for her trust in the birth process and call to service. Midwifery licensure in the state of California in 2023 marked one of many milestones on her midwifery journey. After supporting hundreds of births, and well over a thousand families through Acorn, she couldn’t imagine life any other way.

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Acorn Birth Center Family with Birthing Team

Family with Birthing Team

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Acorn Birth Center Mother and Child in Birthing Tub

Mother and Child in Birthing Tub

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Acorn Birth Center Water Birthing

Water Birthing

Acorn Birth Center Birthing Center

Birthing Center

Acorn Birth Center Birth Tub

Birth Tub

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Acorn Birth Center Birth room

Birth room

Acorn Birth Center Bed with Candles

Bed with Candles

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