Events
Want to host a class or a group in our space?
Our front waiting area is available for classes and groups in 2 hour increments. Perfect for support groups, childbirth education classes, and/or group wellness sessions.
Capacity: 10-12 people
Infant Feeding Support Group w/ Stephanie Brown, IBCLC
Every other Monday from 10am-11:30am with Stephanie Brown (they/them), IBCLC (on Instagram as @steph.b.ibclc)
Our infant feeding support group is open to all (aka not just Refuge clients) looking for support and community. A scale is available for weighted feeds and check ins.
Office is ADA accessible, masks are not required. Come and be held.
Comprehensive Childbirth Education Class
Childbirth Education for Expectant Parents & Support People
This interactive, evidence-based series will help you feel confident, informed, and prepared for your unique birth experience.
In this class, you'll learn:
Basics of pregnancy, anatomy, and birth physiology
The stages of labor and what to expect
Labor positions to support progress and optimal fetal positioning
Comfort measures for every type of birth + partner support skills
How to practice self-advocacy in any birth setting
Informed decision-making around common interventions
Postpartum recovery tips
Our class is an interactive, supportive, participant-focused space where you’ll gain practical knowledge and skills to advocate for your needs and feel empowered in your birth preparation.
Class Size: Limited to 5 expectant parents + 1 support person (10 total participants).
Queer/LGBTQ+ Parents: Optional, included one-on-one session with Ari to create your personalized birth plan.
Comprehensive Childbirth Education Class
Childbirth Education for Expectant Parents & Support People
This interactive, evidence-based series will help you feel confident, informed, and prepared for your unique birth experience.
In this class, you'll learn:
Basics of pregnancy, anatomy, and birth physiology
The stages of labor and what to expect
Labor positions to support progress and optimal fetal positioning
Comfort measures for every type of birth + partner support skills
How to practice self-advocacy in any birth setting
Informed decision-making around common interventions
Postpartum recovery tips
Our class is an interactive, supportive, participant-focused space where you’ll gain practical knowledge and skills to advocate for your needs and feel empowered in your birth preparation.
Class Size: Limited to 5 expectant parents + 1 support person (10 total participants).
Queer/LGBTQ+ Parents: Optional, included one-on-one session with Ari to create your personalized birth plan.
Infant Feeding Support Group w/ Stephanie Brown, IBCLC
Every other Monday from 10am-11:30am with Stephanie Brown (they/them), IBCLC (on Instagram as @steph.b.ibclc)
Our infant feeding support group is open to all (aka not just Refuge clients) looking for support and community. A scale is available for weighted feeds and check ins.
Office is ADA accessible, masks are not required. Come and be held.
Comprehensive Childbirth Education Class
Childbirth Education for Expectant Parents & Support People
This interactive, evidence-based series will help you feel confident, informed, and prepared for your unique birth experience.
In this class, you'll learn:
Basics of pregnancy, anatomy, and birth physiology
The stages of labor and what to expect
Labor positions to support progress and optimal fetal positioning
Comfort measures for every type of birth + partner support skills
How to practice self-advocacy in any birth setting
Informed decision-making around common interventions
Postpartum recovery tips
Our class is an interactive, supportive, participant-focused space where you’ll gain practical knowledge and skills to advocate for your needs and feel empowered in your birth preparation.
Class Size: Limited to 5 expectant parents + 1 support person (10 total participants).
Queer/LGBTQ+ Parents: Optional, included one-on-one session with Ari to create your personalized birth plan.
Comprehensive Childbirth Education Class
Childbirth Education for Expectant Parents & Support People
This interactive, evidence-based series will help you feel confident, informed, and prepared for your unique birth experience.
In this class, you'll learn:
Basics of pregnancy, anatomy, and birth physiology
The stages of labor and what to expect
Labor positions to support progress and optimal fetal positioning
Comfort measures for every type of birth + partner support skills
How to practice self-advocacy in any birth setting
Informed decision-making around common interventions
Postpartum recovery tips
Our class is an interactive, supportive, participant-focused space where you’ll gain practical knowledge and skills to advocate for your needs and feel empowered in your birth preparation.
Class Size: Limited to 5 expectant parents + 1 support person (10 total participants).
Queer/LGBTQ+ Parents: Optional, included one-on-one session with Ari to create your personalized birth plan.
Infant Feeding Support Group w/ Stephanie Brown, IBCLC
Every other Monday from 10am-11:30am with Stephanie Brown (they/them), IBCLC (on Instagram as @steph.b.ibclc)
Our infant feeding support group is open to all (aka not just Refuge clients) looking for support and community. A scale is available for weighted feeds and check ins.
Office is ADA accessible, masks are not required. Come and be held.
Postpartum Community Group
Sunday from 2 - 3:30pm facilitated by Edoukou Aka-Ezoua, Certified Doula & Childbirth Educator and Ari Eisen, Certified Full Spectrum Doula.
This postpartum community group at West Philly Wellness is a safe and inclusive space for parents of all identities.
What to Expect:
Come to build connections with other parents
Learn and support one another
Celebrate the joys and navigate the transitions of the first year of parenthood
Sign up for email updates here: https://forms.gle/jvur9PFpaVz1SMgH9
Infant Feeding Support Group w/ Stephanie Brown, IBCLC
Every other Monday from 10am-11:30am with Stephanie Brown (they/them), IBCLC (on Instagram as @steph.b.ibclc)
Our infant feeding support group is open to all (aka not just Refuge clients) looking for support and community. A scale is available for weighted feeds and check ins.
Office is ADA accessible, masks are not required. Come and be held.
Infant Feeding Support Group w/ Stephanie Brown, IBCLC
Every other Monday from 10am-11:30am with Stephanie Brown (they/them), IBCLC (on Instagram as @steph.b.ibclc)
Our infant feeding support group is open to all (aka not just Refuge clients) looking for support and community. A scale is available for weighted feeds and check ins.
Office is ADA accessible, masks are not required. Come and be held.
Postpartum Community Group
Every first Sunday from 2 - 3:30pm facilitated by Edoukou Aka-Ezoua, Certified Doula & Childbirth Educator and Ari Eisen, Certified Full Spectrum Doula.
This postpartum community group at West Philly Wellness is a safe and inclusive space for parents of all identities.
What to Expect:
Come to build connections with other parents
Learn and support one another
Celebrate the joys and navigate the transitions of the first year of parenthood
Sign up for email updates here: https://forms.gle/jvur9PFpaVz1SMgH9
Infant Feeding Support Group w/ Stephanie Brown, IBCLC
Every other Monday from 10am-11:30am with Stephanie Brown (they/them), IBCLC (on Instagram as @steph.b.ibclc)
Our infant feeding support group is open to all (aka not just Refuge clients) looking for support and community. A scale is available for weighted feeds and check ins.
Office is ADA accessible, masks are not required. Come and be held.
Postpartum Community Group
Every other Sunday from 2 - 3:30pm facilitated by Edoukou Aka-Ezoua, Certified Doula & Childbirth Educator and Ari Eisen, Certified Full Spectrum Doula.
This postpartum community group at West Philly Wellness is a safe and inclusive space for parents of all identities.
What to Expect:
Come to build connections with other parents
Learn and support one another
Celebrate the joys and navigate the transitions of the first year of parenthood
Sign up for email updates here: https://forms.gle/jvur9PFpaVz1SMgH9
Infant Feeding Support Group w/ Stephanie Brown, IBCLC
Every other Monday from 10am-11:30am with Stephanie Brown (they/them), IBCLC (on Instagram as @steph.b.ibclc)
Our infant feeding support group is open to all (aka not just Refuge clients) looking for support and community. A scale is available for weighted feeds and check ins.
Office is ADA accessible, masks are not required. Come and be held.
Postpartum Community Group
Every other Sunday from 2 - 3:30pm facilitated by Edoukou Aka-Ezoua, Certified Doula & Childbirth Educator and Ari Eisen, Certified Full Spectrum Doula.
This postpartum community group at West Philly Wellness is a safe and inclusive space for parents of all identities.
What to Expect:
Come to build connections with other parents
Learn and support one another
Celebrate the joys and navigate the transitions of the first year of parenthood
Infant Feeding Support Group w/ Stephanie Brown, IBCLC
Every other Monday from 10am-11:30am with Stephanie Brown (they/them), IBCLC (on Instagram as @steph.b.ibclc)
Our infant feeding support group is open to all (aka not just Refuge clients) looking for support and community. A scale is available for weighted feeds and check ins.
Office is ADA accessible, masks are not required. Come and be held.
Infant Feeding Support Group w/ Stephanie Brown, IBCLC
Every other Monday from 10am-11:30am with Stephanie Brown (they/them), IBCLC (on Instagram as @steph.b.ibclc)
Our infant feeding support group is open to all (aka not just Refuge clients) looking for support and community. A scale is available for weighted feeds and check ins.
Office is ADA accessible, masks are not required. Come and be held.
Queer & Trans Families Gathering
Join us for our next queer and trans trying to conceive, pregnant and new baby meet up happening next month, December 13th from 1-3pm at our new office space, West Philly Wellness - 3641 Lancaster Ave ✨
Bring some light snacks to share or just bring yourselves!
If you have queer friends that are also trying to conceive, currently pregnant or have new babies - please share with them as well!
Queer parents and parents-to-be, it's important in this post-election world to be surrounded by community that sees you, hears you, and supports you. Come hang with us 💖🌈
Accessibility: the office is ADA accessible. This will be an indoor gathering with food/drink, masks are not required.
Queer Birthworker Meetup
✨ Queer birthworkers, join us for a potluck on Dec 6, from 5-7pm, at our new office space, West Philly Wellness - 3641 Lancaster Ave ✨
Join Refuge Midwifery and other queer birthworkers for an opportunity to connect and build community here in the Philly area 💚 Hope to see you soon! 🥣🫖🥧
Bring a dish to share or just bring yourselves.
Accessibility: the office is ADA accessible. This will be an indoor gathering with food/drink, masks are not required.
Infant Feeding Support Group w/ Stephanie Brown, IBCLC
Every other Monday from 10am-11:30am with Stephanie Brown (they/them), IBCLC (on Instagram as @steph.b.ibclc)
Our infant feeding support group is open to all (aka not just Refuge clients) looking for support and community. A scale is available for weighted feeds and check ins.
Office is ADA accessible, masks are not required. Come and be held.