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Mothers Unfolding

Since 2007

A group for mothers of newborns to six months.

“Mothers Unfolding is the antidote to the heavy solitude and exhaustion of early motherhood in contemporary Western life.” — Ashley

“I held my baby while she cried, and you held my baby while she cried. We bounced on the birthing ball, drank hot tea and shared fears, hopes, sadness and joy.” — Lise

What is Mothers Unfolding?

  • A safe, judgement-free space with other mamas who have babes in their arms, just like you.

  • A deep sigh of relief, the kind you’ve been craving for weeks.

  • Steadiness and solidarity as you learn all the ways of unfolding into motherhood.

  • A nourishing breakfast and time to share the highs and lows.

  • Lanell’s 25 years of experience in mentoring, childbirth education, doula work and postpartum care.

  • A place to come for 6 weeks where you can rest, relate and replenish.

  • Lanell in your back pocket with email and phone access during the 6 weeks.

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Space is limited to six, not including babies.

What People Are Saying

  • “It took everything I had to drag myself out of the house when my son was 5 weeks old to attend the group. I’m so grateful I did because the support and love felt from the minute I stepped in the door continues to this day. I’ve grown close to the other moms (we see each other once a week!) and Lanell’s wise words are still repeated in our weekly hang outs. This class was a lifesaver for me.”

    — Aninda

  • “I was in a state of near crisis regarding my bonding with my daughter (a second child) I took Lanell’s class and it was like she threw me a life preserver.”

    — Carissa

  • “Becoming a mother is such an incredible, transformative experience, and there is something very special about walking through this time with other women.  Lanell’s wisdom and experience really helped me process my experience, gain confidence as a mother and have a really fun time!  My wish for all new mothers is that they could take part in a group such as this one.”

    — Eileen

What you’ll get

A loving space where you sip a cup of tea, eat a bowl of steel cut oats with fancy toppings and you don’t do any dishes. You get nurtured and fed for six weeks, and you just might gain friendships for life.

FAQs

How much are the classes?

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The Mothers Unfolding class fee is $585 and that includes breakfast plus full access to Lanell during the 6-week period.

Do I bring my baby with me?

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YES! YES! YES! Since this group is specifically designed for mothers and babies under 6 months, most babies are still in arms and nursing a lot. Because tiny babies are not coming into contact with each other or the other participants, they’re very safe from illness. And if they’re nursing they get bonus antibodies from you!

When should I start?

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This group is specifically for non-mobile babies (under 6 months). Sometimes mothers are ready to emerge from their postpartum nest at 2 weeks. And sometimes a mother doesn’t feel ready until a few months after her birth. A typical group is mamas and babies all around 4-6 weeks, with a younger and older baby or two. But all mothers and babies are under 6 months.

Is this a Postpartum Depression Support Group?

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While several mothers of the bunch are usually navigating some tricky mood issues, the group is not specifically for Postpartum Depression. However, mothers having difficulty with depression or anxiety often find this group provides wonderful medicine for their heart and soul! New mothering is quite humbling, so most mothers find themselves crying and feeling fragile in the group. I have significant experience with helping mothers navigate and come out the other side of depression and anxiety. This gathering is relevant to the range of responses mothers have to this new life balance. My intention is to help you lovingly explore this new terrain and find relief and refuge in the company of others.

Meet the Founder

I’m a mother of two and doula with over 25 years experience and an expert comfort-giver! I help families navigate the unknowns of labor, birth and early parenting with more ease and love.

Mothers Unfolding started in 2007 as the first mother-to-mother support group of its kind in Austin, providing community, wisdom, support, education, guidance and tips for new mothers and their babies.

  • “Your mothers unfolding group gave me confidence, assurance, and companionship I desperately needed as I transitioned into my new life as mother. Those were precarious days, as I was equally exhausted and elated. It was an extraordinary comfort to have a place to go to share my experiences with women on the same journey. Your readings, knowledge, openness, and warm hospitality were especially welcoming. Thank you.”

  • “Becoming a mother is such an incredible, transformative experience, and there is something very special about walking through this time with other women. Lanell’s wisdom and experience really helped me process my experience, gain confidence as a mother and have a really fun time! My wish for all new mothers is that they could take part in a group such as this one.”

  • "Thank you for the wonderful group... It has connected me to an amazing community. You provided comfort and laughter and helped make this crazy/wonderful/scary thing of being a momma feel less insane and more magical."

  • “I was a part of Lanell’s class last spring. I met the most amazing support network of great mamas. We have laughed, and cried together. We are starting a babysitting co-op, and I don’t even know what I would do without them now!! This class is sooooo worth the money! Thanks Lanell!”