Trillium Learning Center

10/30/2024

Knitters...who lost yarn and needles in Helene? My mom and her BFF sent me a boatload of needles and some beautiful yarn to gift. I'd love to get some supplies to you! I know that through the work of busy hands and creativity it can help soothe your soul and ease your heart!

10/15/2024

The army of birth workers (doulas, lactation consultants, midwives, etc.) in our area helping pregnant and postpartum folks during Hurricane Helene and the aftermath has been incredible to witness. This is just one incredible example! Way to to Brandi Harrison, Lactation Consultant.

Meet the horseback-riding doulas and lactation consultants helping new moms and babies after Hurricane Helene. Learn how these women are providing life-saving care in disaster zones.

03/06/2024

Did you know I teach a sibling class for kids age 2+ to learn a little bit about their new role as Big Sibling? Join me this Saturday, March 9, 9-10 a.m. via Zoom for a 45 minute class just for the "little" ones becoming big brothers and sisters! We talk about babies, how to help, read a book, and meet a new sibling! Parents are of course welcome to join in the fun. Register now.

Welcoming another new addition to your family? Learn how to build sibling confidence for your older child!

05/25/2023

LAST CALL FOR SPECIALTY PLANT ORDERS!
If you want any DM me! Sophie will also be selling at Mills River Farm Market this Saturday from 8-12! $3 individual $10 for 8 $12 for 10
PLEASE SHARE!
List of plants:
Tomato, red cherry
Sunflower
Dino kale
Basil
Green bell Pepper
Morning glory blue brothers mix
Coleus Rainbow
Tomato
Carrot Danver Haze
Morning glory pink purple
Swiss pansy’s
Marigold
Okra
Lettuce
Morning glory dwarf tri color
Four o’clock
Chef medley mix

04/19/2023

It's been a minute since I've pushed out a newsletter! I'm working on making it a more regular occurrence. This newsletter is focused on vulnerability and "leaning into the discomfort of the work." As my business ebbs and flows I'm being vulnerable and leaning into YOU - my amazing clients - hoping you will continue to share my name as a resource for expecting families. Read on to see what's going on at TLC.

Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum are all about vulnerability. If you've ever listened to Brené Brown, she speaks on vulnerability all the time. She said in one of her Ted Talks "lean into the discomfort of the work." We can think about and recall the discomfort of the work of growing and sustainin...

10/16/2022

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day They say having a child is like having your heart live outside of your body. But is that true if your baby has passed on to the next realm? If you carry the...

10/16/2022

Yesterday, October 15, was Pregnancy Loss and Awareness Day. It's the day we remember the babies we hold in our hearts, not in our arms. This year on April 1 I witnessed the birth of MM - it was also the day she earned her angel wings. As a doula the death of a child, an infant seems both inevitable (if you've been a doula long enough) and completely impossible.

This is the story of MM from my perspective. She and her parents are never far from my thoughts.

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day They say having a child is like having your heart live outside of your body. But is that true if your baby has passed on to the next realm? If you carry the...

03/23/2022

Coffee Talk is canceled for today. Will reschedule soon, aiming for early next week. Stay tuned!

03/22/2022

𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
I am so grateful that spring is upon us and the days are getting warmer. As we come out of the dormant winter I'm eager to connect and reconnect with many of you. The past year was a year of tremendous growth for me and Trillium Learning Center. I had the privilege of supporting fifty families welcoming their babies to the world. But due to Covid, our in-person connection ended as soon as I left the birth. I know from my own experience and working with so many families over the past eight years how important face-to-face and physical connection with other moms, parents, and children is for our growth and development.

Read on to learn more about monthly Coffee Talk meet-ups and Wednesday Walks. Additionally, those of you who have given birth in the past year are invited to join me and fellow doula, Jessica Greene, for a six-week virtual postpartum support group.

https://mailchi.mp/95d73f34cfd6/join-me-for-coffee-and-conversation

09/10/2021

Mills River Fire & Rescue is hosting a community CPR Class on Wednesday, Sept. 28, 6 - 10 p.m.
Registration is $30 per person and FREE for Mills River residents. Limit of 30 participants.
This class is taught by Dan Hayes, American Heart Association instructor and will be held at the Mills River Fire Department main station, 121 Schoolhouse Road, Mills River.
To register or ask questions please email Lt. Phillip Brown at pbrown@mrfd.org.

04/09/2021

Have you recntly given birth and want to connect in a meaningful way with your postpartum experience? Join birth and postpartum doulas Kelly Brown and Jessica E Greene of Kooshlie Care Doula Services for a 6-week postpartum support group designed to walk you through the emotions, physical and mental shifts, challenges, and celebrations that come with having a baby. Group begins Tuesday, April 13. Register online https://postpartumwithgrace.eventbrite.com⠀⠀
Participants will recieve a Postpartum Grace Guide, colored pencils, and digital handouts each week. ⠀
The journal walks participants throught the first 42 days postpartum. Even if you are further into your postpartum journey, the guide will still be helpful.⠀⠀⠀
Additionally, we will meet each Tuesday, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. via Zoom to chat about whats coming up for you in your experience and touching on the following topics:⠀
- Your Birth Story⠀
- Nourishment⠀
- Sleep ⠀
- Self-care/Family-Care/Intimacy⠀
- Vitality and Movement

03/19/2021

So excited Baby Steps Dance Asheville is getting "back on the dance floor" so to speak!

These classes are a great way to move your body and have your babies play, learn, and grow! The classes will be held at Carrier Park. What a great way to break out of the bubble in safe fashion! Don't wait - Register now!