New Parents Resource Hour

Resource Hour for Expecting Parents

Are you currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant? Do you have questions about pregnancy, birth options, or preparing for your new arrival? We’re thrilled to invite you to The Birthing Inn’s New Parents Resource Hour, a welcoming regular gathering designed specifically for expectant families in the Tacoma and South Sound area.

Meet Sarah Schofield: Your Guide to Confident Parenting

Sarah Schofield is an experienced certified birth and postpartum doula and previous midwife assistant with over 15 years of birth experience. Having attended over 400 births, she brings a wealth of knowledge and compassionate support to every birthing family that she meets.

What to Expect at Resource Hour

Sarah hosts these informative and welcoming group sessions at The Birthing Inn on a regular basis. This is your opportunity to ask questions, connect with other expecting parents, and gain valuable insights about pregnancy, birth, and early parenting. No question is too small or too silly—Resource Hour is a judgment-free space where you can explore your concerns and curiosities with an experienced birth professional.

During each session, Sarah will:

Who Should Attend?

Resource Hour is perfect for anyone who is:

Partners, family members, and support people are always welcome to join. We believe that informed families make empowered birth choices, and we want everyone in your support circle to feel confident and prepared.

Why Attend Resource Hour?

Pregnancy and preparing for birth can feel overwhelming, especially for first-time parents. You may have questions about what to expect during labor, how to prepare for birth, what options are available to you, or how to choose the right care provider for your family. Resource Hour provides a comfortable, informal setting where you can get answers from someone who has supported hundreds of families through this journey.

Unlike rushed medical appointments, Resource Hour gives you the time and space to explore your questions fully. You’ll also benefit from hearing other parents’ questions and concerns, often discovering considerations you hadn’t thought of yet. Many families find that connecting with other expectant parents creates a supportive community that extends beyond pregnancy and birth.

Tour Our Facility

Each Resource Hour includes a tour of The Birthing Inn’s beautiful Tacoma birth center. You’ll see our comfortable birthing suites, learn about the amenities available during labor and birth, and get a feel for the peaceful, home-like environment where your birth could take place. Seeing the facility in person helps many families envision their birth experience and feel more confident in their choices.

Join Us for an Upcoming Session

Resource Hour sessions are held regularly at The Birthing Inn. Contact us to find out when the next session is scheduled, or check our events calendar for upcoming dates. No registration is required—simply drop in and join us. Whether you’re early in your pregnancy or approaching your due date, you’re welcome to attend as many sessions as you’d like.

We look forward to meeting you and supporting you on your journey to parenthood!

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What Parents Are Saying

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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.
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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.
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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!
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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 !
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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. 🩷
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