Blissful Birth Initiations

11/08/2025

We had such a fantastic first weekend of our BBI state-approved doula training and can’t wait to start our second and final weekend tomorrow! Feeling so grateful and blessed to share this journey with the most amazing group of doulas.

10/22/2025

I am Overflowing with Gratitude!

25 doulas will soon be ​eligible to apply for state-certifi​cation after getting certified through our program!​
​I​ like to give a huge SHOUT OUT and THANK YOU to our incredible community partners and supporters:​

MultiCare for providing 8 scholarships that opened doors for future doulas

Thurston Economic Development Council​ (EDC) and the Washington Center for Women in Business's (WCWB) for ​your ongoing support and helping make both our last and upcoming training such a success​.

South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) ​for welcoming us into their beautiful facility​.

Ashley Whitley with the Washington Association for Women Business (W​CWB) for your continued encouragement, connection, and support for women-led businesses​. Each of you plays a part in strengthening birth support in our community​, and I am so deeply thankful. 🙏✨

Here’s to another transformative weekend of connection, lea​rning and empowerment 🎊

Next Doula training is officially fully booked with 25 Doulas getting state-certified by Blissful Birth Initiations held at South Puget Sound Community College in Lacey! 🔥
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Huge thank you to MultiCare Foundations and Thurston Economic Development Council for partnering to get this achieved! 😍

10/18/2025

💪 Are You an Athlete with a Pelvic Floor?
Yes — and this workshop is for you!
Pelvic health is essential for everyone. A strong, well-functioning pelvic floor can boost your performance in the gym and improve your quality of life. This free workshop is open to all athletes—because everyone has a pelvic floor!

🧠 What You’ll Learn
What the pelvic floor is and why it matters
Breathing mechanics & the Valsalva maneuver
Common pelvic floor issues (like incontinence and prolapse)
How to connect your breath, core, and lifting technique

📅 Tuesday, November 18th
🕐 1 PM & 7 PM
📍 Oly
💲 Free to attend
👉 Email elizabeth@endeavorphysio.com to register for this free workshop with
Dr. Elizabeth Lauten, PT, DPT

About Elizabeth Lauten, PT, DPT
With over 6 years of experience, Dr. Elizabeth Lauten is a pelvic health specialist, certified doula, and USAW Level 1 Coach. She is also certified in dry needling, pelvic floor dry needling, and Smart Tools BFR (Levels 1 & 2). Her specialties include perinatal care, fitness athletes, Olympic lifters, powerlifters, and runners.

Driven to elevate the patient experience, Elizabeth founded Endeavor (soon to be Monarch) Physical Therapy & Performance to go beyond traditional care, provide unparalleled support, and lead her community in healthcare excellence. As a performance physical therapist specializing in pelvic health and orthopedics, she empowers high-performing women to move beyond injury, pain, and dysfunction, achieve their goals, and fully enjoy the activities they love. Elizabeth finds joy in helping people become healthier, stronger, and more resilient.

Business adjustment: we are transitioning from Endeavor PT to Monarch PT over the next months.

10/18/2025

Come See Me at the Capital Mall Pop-Up Market Tomorrow! 🌸

I’ll be at the Olympia Mall tomorrow from 9 AM to 6 PM with my BBI table, promoting my business and connecting with our beautiful community. 💕

I’ll have some of my famous herbal products, including a fresh new batch of my Magnesium Butter which is perfect for anyone who feels restless, has muscle cramps, or has a hard time falling asleep.

Stop by, say hi, and check out what’s new! I’d love to see you there. ✨

10/18/2025

My next 4-week Infant Massage Class starts next Friday 💕

There a few open spots available. Come learn gentle techniques to bond with your baby and support their comfort and calm.

Message me to register or go through my website doulaolympia.com. I can’t wait to hear from you!

10/17/2025

Exciting Update❣️

I just wanted to let everyone know that our Blissful Birth Initiations (BBI) State-Approved Doula Training has officially started a waiting list for the November cohort! 💕

If you’ve been thinking about joining, please still reach out, I’m happy to share more information and we can chat about future training dates if you’d like to enroll.

It’s so heartwarming to see the growing interest in this work Our community of doulas just keeps expanding!

Message me or visit www.doulaolympia.com for details.

10/10/2025

Calling all aspiring doulas!

Our November Doula Training is almost full!
We still have:
✨ 2 spots available
with one scholarship option.

Dates: Nov 1–2 & 8-9
32-hour state-approved training – qualifies for state certification
Once certified: enroll with ProviderOne & bill state insurance

There’s no better time to start the work you love! 💜

Reserve your spot now: doulaolympia.com

10/02/2025

✨ Exciting news! ✨
My next Infant Massage class series is coming up:
October 24 – November 14
Fridays, 11 AM – 12 PM
True Self Yoga, Westside Olympia
A beautiful way to bond, soothe, and connect with your baby… 💕
Register at doulaolympia.com or call 360-259-6593
🌟 Early bird discount: Register by October 5th and get $10 off!
✨ Birth clients always receive a discount

10/01/2025

✨ Exciting news! ✨
Three more people signed up for the State-Approved Blissful Birth Initiations Doula Training yesterday, and I already had another inquiry this morning. We are almost fully booked!

As of now, there are only 2–3 spots left, plus a scholarship opportunity is still available.

If you’ve been thinking about joining us, now is the time!

Training Dates:
November 1–2 & 8–9

Location: SPSCC Community College, Lacey, WA

Hours: 32-hour, state-approved DOULA training

www.doulaolympia.com
360-259-6593

Contact me sooner rather than later to save your spot. We love to have you in our circle. 💜

09/27/2025

Thanks for following Blissful Birth Initiations!
I am excited to share our offerings with you: Body Ready Birth classes to help you prepare optimally for birth, Infant Massage classes for bonding and nurturing, and our state-approved in-person doula trainings.
To learn more or sign up, click the link to visit the BBI website, explore classes, and contact me directly through the contact page to register.

Oct 12 Body Ready Birth Class (1 Spot Available) Sunday, October 12, 2025 1:00 PM 5:30 PM BBI (map) Google Calendar ICS Get Partner Ready and Body Ready for Birth at the same time! Feeling empowered and rocking your birth is so important! This birth prep class that takes it to a whole new level...

09/27/2025

Thinking about becoming a doula? 💫
Our in-person BBI Doula Training (Nov 1–2 & 8–9, SPSCC, Lacey) still has a few spots + scholarships!
Qualify for state certification + ProviderOne insurance billing. 🌸
www.doulaolympia.com | 360-259-6593

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