Read what birth professionals say about our Introductory (Level One) workshops and Facilitators:

"This workshop opened my heart again to the mystery and wonder and transformational power of birth and ignited hope for women and their families in this country. It has made a difference in how, as a Certified Nurse Midwife, I work with parents. BIRTHING FROM WITHIN^® has the power to ignite a woman's confidence and transform her life. Thank you."  

“These facilitators are exceptional. Their passion and commitment are clear and infectious.” 

"After attending a Level 1 workshop, I feel that the BIRTHING FROM WITHIN approach is essential and that the other types of classes are not truly necessary. Thanks for pointing to a path and a way of life that is 'whole-hearted.'"

"Awesome, life-changing  workshop! I can’t wait to use the things I learned here in my own life as well as help make a difference in how parents experience birth! Great instructors—lots of warm energy!”

"Thank you for such an incredible workshop. Let me just say right now: My World Was Rocked! There are so many things about BIRTHING FROM WITHIN that intrigue, scare, and excite me. Thank you for the love you instill in the process."

"I enjoyed every moment of this workshop and I am so grateful to the facilitators who encouraged and continue to encourage my growth. Thank you!"

“I have been blown away to a place of deep, deep validation. After this weekend, I feel more clear about my intentions and excited about sharing this way of teaching. BIRTHING FROM WITHIN is not just a program, it is a way of life that I plan to incorporate throughout my journey. This philosophy resonates so so so deeply to my inner core."

"I am absolutely inspired by the skills and techniques taught in this class, and hope to incorporate many of them in my future midwifery practice." (Anonymous)

"I feel that I have a strong foundation from which to build my practice.  The excitement that has built, realizing the journey I will experience personally has been transformational." (Jenn Barton)

"Thank you BFW for gifting all women with the opportunity to take the journey to wholeness." (Julie Briscoe)

"This experience went so much deeper than I expected.  It was a gift… a blessing during a time of personal transition.  I am greatly looking forward to the next one!" (Jenn Barton)

"Thank you so much!!  What a wonderful weekend!  Looking forward to more!" (Anonymous)

"Virginia was poised, grounded, confident and on task.  She truly embodied her work, making for an authentic and beautiful representation of what "BIRTHING FROM WITHIN" is all about.  Anyone could take her class and leave with treasure." (Anonymous)

 Some Testimonials from attendants of our first two intro workshops in Australia (2010)

"So much information and practice – a thorough and extremely fulfilling workshop.  BFW was my only resource for my first birth and I always wanted to do more with BFW.  Now I have more information and the experience has gone beyond anything I imagined.  Thank you! (Mara Dower)

"Thank you.  Affirming, enlightening and very compelling!" (Anonymous)

"Still trying to process some of this information and the required shift in my thinking, so thought I feel I have been given all of the information/skills, I need to practice to gain confidence in my ability as a mentor." (Nikki Reynolds)

"Excellent workshop.  Very positive and inspirational material.  Thank you Virginia and Pam.  Went to a birth Saturday and you reminded me what lovely work this is!" (Anonymous)

"The objectives were clear and very well presented!  In the few days following the workshop, I have been able to apply many of the concepts to my birth-related workd and my day-to-day relationships."  (Hana Jones)

"BFW has changed me!  I would never have imagined that the workshop would, or could, be so transformative.  I cannot wait to continue on with further development of such vital skills!"  (Hana Jones)