Our Mission

To educate all women and families about choices and decisions they will face in pregnancy, birth and postpartum through classes and referrals. Create a supportive environment where unique decisions about childbirth, breastfeeding and parenting are accepted. Foster a community that honors and supports all paths to creating and defining their parenting journey.

Upcoming Events

Our address has changed!
As of March 27th, 2008 our new address is:
1600 Shattuck Ave., Suite 122.,
Berkely, CA 94709.

July 12 - BirthWays, Waddle and Swaddle, and maternity Xchange present the East Bay Baby Fair on July 12 from 11 - 3. The East Bay Baby Fair is an event for new and expecting parents in the Bay Area. Come meet representatives from many pregnancy, birth, parenting and baby related resources in our area including doulas, midwives, massage therapists, fitness instructors, childbirth educators, lactation consultants, photographers and more. Learn by talking to experts, participating in workshops and watching demonstrations. Shop for maternity clothes, children's items and more. New and nearly new, brand name clothes for 75% off retail prices. Come enjoy snacks and refreshments and lots of free promotional goodies. This event is sponsored by Whole Foods. For more information about being a vendor at or attending the fair, contact Linda Jones-Mixon at Linda@waddleandswaddle.com. See you there!

Admission: FREE!
Location: Albany Veterans Memorial Building, 1325 Portland Ave Albany, CA 94706

July 13 - Showing of "Becoming a Father, a glimpse inside the Fathers' Forum" . Join Bruce Linton, founder of the Fathers' Forum, for a viewing of his new film and discussion on July 13th from 3:00PM-5:00PM. Bruce Linton has been leading men's groups for new dads since 1989 and this documentary exemplifies how fathers talking with each other in the early years of parenting has a lasting benefit on the dads, their children and partners. Come join us for a viewing of the film and a stimulating discussion about parenting from the dads perspective.

Admission: Suggested donation to support BirthWays $5-10.
Location: BirthWays, 1600 Shattuck Ave. Suite 122, Berkeley, CA 94709

Do you have Free time?

Volunteers keep Birthways a reality, we need you! Help keep Bay Area parents informed! You decide how much time! Help with our newsletter, advertising, distribution & Events. We will match your skills with a fun project.

Call 510.869.2797 or volunteer@birthways.org

Take a look at our calendar page for all the latest events and classes!