Mother's Day Connection Workshop
Parent & Child Massage
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a sweet, hands-on experience you and your child will both love!
Join us for a cozy, playful workshop where you’ll learn simple massage techniques to help your child relax, unwind, and feel more connected to you.
This is not a formal or quiet class — expect giggles, movement, and lots of sweet moments.
You’ll learn:
• Easy back, shoulder, and scalp massage
• A simple bedtime massage routine
• How to use touch to help your child regulate and relax
• How to check in for consent and comfort
• And the best part: Kids will get a chance to give you a mini massage, too!
Space is limited, please email kari@btownbirth.com to reserve your spot.
Details:
Saturday, May 9th
10am-10:45am
Bloomington Birth & Bodywork, LLC
Ages 4–10
Sliding scale $25-$50 per pair
It Takes a Village
Family Fundraiser and Open House
They say it takes a village, and we’re feeling so grateful for ours right now. As we prepare to welcome our baby this fall, we’re raising funds to support our birth team — our midwife and birth doula — who will be helping bring this little one safely into the world.
Join us for a relaxed afternoon of community, care, and fun:
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Flash Tattoos by Sage
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Chair Massage with Kari
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Kid-run Bake Sale
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Good company and village vibes
Details:
Saturday, June 14th, 12pm-4pm
Bloomington Birth and Bodywork LLC
Come by, hang out for a bit, grab a treat, get a tattoo or massage, and help us celebrate the community that makes moments like this possible.
Tattoo and massage slots can be reserved ahead of time through the signup form, but we’ll also have space for walk-ins if time allows. Sign up form link: https://forms.gle/K1eSf1YNhBWY46uB7
Every bit of support helps us build the care team that will welcome this baby into the world, and we’re so thankful for this village.
Village Raffle
As part of our It Takes a Village fundraiser, we’re hosting a raffle to help raise funds for our midwife and birth doula as we prepare to welcome our baby this fall.
Raffle prizes:
60-minute massage with Kari
$100 tattoo gift certificate with Sage
$5 per ticket
5 tickets for $20
Tickets can be purchased at the event or online via Venmo if you can’t attend but still want to support. Venmo: @karicantrell (note: NOT @btownbirth)
Please include “Village Raffle” in the note.
Two winners will be drawn at 4:00 PM the day of the event.
The first name drawn will get to choose their prize, and the second winner will receive the remaining prize.
Thank you for helping surround this baby with a loving village!
Comfort for Birth
Hands-On Tools for Labor Support
Join massage therapist and birth doula Kari Cantrell of Btown Birth & Bodywork for a practical, hands-on workshop designed to help you and your support person feel more prepared for labor. You'll also learn practical strategies for managing pain and feeling more comfortable throughout the duration of your pregnancy.
In this 90-minute class, you’ll learn simple, effective techniques to increase comfort, reduce tension, and support the natural process of labor.
Together we’ll practice tools you can actually use during birth, including:
• Comfort positions for pregnancy and labor
• Massage techniques for labor support
• Rebozo techniques for easing tension and encouraging baby’s movement
• Acupressure and reflexology points for comfort
• Hot, cold, and pressure techniques for pain relief
• Partner support strategies during contractions
• Daily movements and exercises to prepare your body for birth
This class is interactive, approachable, and rooted in evidence-based comfort measures that can be used at home, in the hospital, or at a birth center.
Whether you’re early in pregnancy or approaching your due date, you’ll leave with practical tools and greater confidence heading into labor.
Details:
Saturday, June 27th, 10:30am-12pm
Length: 90 minutes
What to bring: Comfortable clothing you can move in. Water bottle. Blanket or yoga mat for when we get on the floor.
Sliding scale $60–$80 per couple.
Please choose an amount that feels accessible for your family while helping support others in the community. Private in-home sessions also available for $150.
Limited to 5 couples to allow for hands-on practice and personalized guidance.
Email Kari at kari@btownbirth.com to reserve your space in class or request info on private session
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