First Friday Postpartum Social

First Friday Postpartum Social with Refreshments

Congratulations on your new arrival! The weeks and months following birth—often called the fourth trimester—are filled with joy, wonder, and sometimes challenges that can feel isolating. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. We invite you to bring yourself and your new baby to The Birthing Inn’s First Friday Postpartum Social, where you can connect with other new parents who understand exactly what you’re experiencing.

A Safe Space for New Parents

The postpartum period is one of the most transformative times in your life. Whether you’re celebrating the highs or working through the lows, our postpartum social provides a welcoming, judgment-free environment where you can be exactly where you are. This isn’t just another mommy-and-me class with a rigid agenda—it’s a genuine community gathering centered around what you and other new parents need in the moment.

Meet Your Facilitator: Adrianne Buyer

Our postpartum social is facilitated by Adrianne Buyer, a local doula and childbirth educator who understands the complexities of early parenthood. Adrianne brings warmth, expertise, and a deep commitment to supporting families during the fourth trimester. While she’s there to guide and support, the focus of each gathering is entirely on you and what you’re experiencing.

What Happens at Postpartum Social?

Unlike structured classes or programs, our postpartum social is intentionally flexible and responsive to the needs of attendees. Each gathering is unique because each group of parents brings different experiences, questions, and needs. You might find yourself:

Connecting with other new mothers who are navigating similar challenges

Asking questions about breastfeeding and lactation concerns

Processing and discussing your birth experience in a supportive environment

Sharing the realities of sleep deprivation, recovery, and adjustment

Celebrating milestones and small victories with people who truly understand

Finding comfort in knowing you’re not alone in your struggles or triumphs

Receiving validation for your feelings and experiences

Building friendships with other families in your community

There’s no set program to follow, no curriculum to complete, and no expectations beyond showing up as you are. Whether you’re having a great day or a really hard one, you’re welcome here.

The Fourth Trimester: A Time of Transformation

The months immediately following the birth of your baby are often called the fourth trimester—a recognition that the transition to parenthood is as significant as the nine months of pregnancy. During this time, you’re recovering physically, adjusting emotionally, learning to feed and care for your baby, and navigating a completely new identity as a parent.

It’s common to experience a wide range of emotions during this period: overwhelming love, exhaustion, anxiety, joy, loneliness, confidence, doubt, and everything in between. Sometimes all in the same day! Having a supportive community during this vulnerable time can make all the difference in how you experience these early months of parenthood.

Why Community Matters

Research consistently shows that postpartum support reduces feelings of isolation, helps prevent postpartum mood disorders, and improves overall well-being for new parents. When you connect with others who are in the same season of life, you realize that your experiences—whether challenging or beautiful—are shared by others. This sense of togetherness and understanding is powerful medicine during the fourth trimester.

Many parents who attend our postpartum social find that the friendships formed here extend well beyond these gatherings, creating lasting connections with families in the Tacoma and south sound community.

Bring Your Baby

Your baby is always welcome at our postpartum social! We understand that leaving your newborn at home isn’t always possible or desirable. Our space is baby-friendly, and you’re encouraged to feed, soothe, or care for your little one as needed throughout the gathering. In fact, having babies present often helps facilitate conversations about infant care, feeding, and development.

Refreshments Provided

We know that getting out of the house with a newborn takes effort, so we want to make sure you’re nourished when you arrive. Light refreshments will be provided at each social, giving you one less thing to worry about.

Join Us

Our First Friday Postpartum Social is held regularly at The Birthing Inn in Tacoma. We invite you to register for an upcoming session using the form below. Contact us if you have questions about dates or what to expect.

We look forward to meeting you and your new baby!

BOOK A TOUR

Cost: Free!

Join us for connection with you & your new baby!

Personalized, family-centered birth care in person for 25+ years at our Tacoma, WA birth center, serving families from Gig Harbor, Lakewood, Federal Way, University Place, Puyallup, Auburn, Lacey, Olympia, Bonney Lake, Enumclaw, Fife, and Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM).

Contact

6002 Westgate Blvd Suite 120
Tacoma, WA, 98406

(253) 761-8939

(253) 761-7492

connect@thebirthinginn.com

Business Hours

Open for births on demand: 24 hours/7 days

In office: Mon–Thurs 9am–5pm

Limited phone hours on Friday

Appointments must be made for
in person business (classes independent of these).

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What Parents Are Saying

      Excellent rating  
 Based on 71 reviews 
    
  
 
 
      Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend this absolutely wonderful place for in-person birthing classes! We ended up having some private class sessions with Sarah, who not only thoroughly explained all the key aspects of childbirth and newborn care for two clueless first-time parents, but did so in such a supportive, realistic, and encouraging way. She took the time to address both my questions/concerns and my husband's, making us feel heard and prepared throughout the process for what we needed.

Between the diagrams, charts, demonstrations, hands-on practice, and the genuine interest she showed in us as people, she created such a welcoming and caring learning environment. We took the classes a few months ago, and now that our baby has arrived, we're still using and remembering many of the tips, tricks, and information she taught us. That speaks volumes about how practical and effective the classes were.

We are incredibly grateful for Sarah and everything she taught us. She helped us feel far more confident going into the birth of our first child.

As a side note, while I didn't deliver at the Birthing Inn, I was able to see the facility during our classes. The rooms and overall environment felt calm, welcoming, and thoughtfully designed, and they looked like wonderful spaces to accommodate a variety of birthing preferences and needs.
     
   Katie Parrett 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A few months ago I gave birth to my baby girl at The Birthing Inn with Midwife Brandy. It was a phenomenal experience and I am forever grateful for her care. I switched to TBI from a larger practice because I wanted a more personal experience where i could talk and learn from my midwife, not get 5 minutes with a provider and then not know who would attend my birth.

The team at The Birthing Inn is compassionate, professional, and extremely knowledgeable.
     
   Sarah Parker 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had such an amazing experience at the Birthing Inn for my first baby! All of my appointments leading up to birth were wonderful. I had Midwife Brandy for most of my care, and she was incredibly helpful and informative at every visit. She really prepared me for labor and also offered great birthing and newborn classes that made a huge difference.

My labor ended up being very long, but Brandy stayed by my side through it all and supported me every step of the way. The birth room experience they provide is truly special and made such a big impact on my first birth.

Ayla at the front desk was always so friendly and welcoming. She even offered a drink every time we came in, which made the whole experience feel extra comfortable and personal. I also had a few appointments with Midwife Kay, and she was great as well!

I will absolutely be coming back here for future children and always recommend this place to my friends. Overall, such a positive and empowering experience highly recommend!
     
   Chloe Harkey 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had both my babies here. Best decision I made. Honored to have Susan - feel safe with her knowledge and expertise. Positive relationship. Kid friendly office. The care I wish every mom would have!

I appreciate the long appointments and personalized care - specific to me and my needs. Real choice and consent, not forced. Educate benefits, risks, and alternatives. We discussed my birth plan... no extra decisions to make during labor. 😌  We also discussed and had Plan-B ready, in case. They have that all worked out in the system.
Highly recommend doing your care with a midwife you trust !
     
   Inessa 
 
 
 
 
 
    Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This place is so beautiful, I can’t even put into words at how stunning it is, it’s a dream to be able to give birth here. 🩷
     
   Taylor

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