Upcoming events & classes.

Biz Mixer
Sunny Side Up Birth Co.’s Women-Owned Business Networking Mixers have been such a success! Each gathering is filled with inspiring women and meaningful connections, and I can’t wait to see the continued collaborations and growth that come from them.
Join us for light bites, conversation, and an evening of networking with fellow local women-owned businesses.
During the mixer, each business will share a short introduction and the types of referrals they’re looking for. Feel free to bring along business cards or marketing materials to exchange.
As a bonus, attendees are invited to join our Instagram Business Owner group chat—a supportive space to share tips, ask questions, collaborate, and cheer each other on.
Please click the link below to register. The event fee is $25 per business and can be sent via Venmo @sunnysideupbirthco or Zelle 917-755-0026. Space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot!

Expecting Together
A Free Monthly Gathering for Pregnant Moms
Join us for Expecting Together, a free monthly meet-up designed exclusively for pregnant moms to connect, learn, and feel supported during this transformative time. Whether you're newly expecting or preparing for your due date, you're welcome here.
What to Expect:
A relaxed, judgment-free space to ask questions about pregnancy, birth, and the journey into motherhood
Expert guest speakers including birth educators, doulas, breastfeeding specialists, pediatricians, and more
Meaningful conversations and community-building with other moms in the same stage of life
No pressure, no prep, just come as you are. This is a space to connect, learn, and feel supported. You don’t have to figure it all out alone. We’re expecting together!
September theme is Doula Meet & Greet. Meet and learn from local birth and postpartum doulas.
RSVP is required to attend.

The Confident Birth Experience Class
A 3.5-Hour Group Course for Informed, Empowered Birth
Feel calm, confident, and prepared for the birth that’s right for you with real tools, practical guidance, and support every step of the way. This in-person class is designed to empower both expecting moms and their partners to enter labor feeling ready, informed, and supported.
You’ll learn comfort measures, pain management strategies, advocacy tools, and hands-on techniques using items like the birth ball and peanut ball. Partners will leave knowing exactly how to be helpful, supportive, and involved throughout labor and delivery.
What’s Included:
A resource-packed folder
A thoughtful gift
Loads of practical, evidence-based info
Ongoing text/email support
Encouragement long after the class ends
Cost: $200 per couple
Taught in a small group setting every 4–6 weeks
Payment instructions will be emailed once your registration is reviewed
Topics Covered:
Birth plans & provider alignment
Understanding hospital birth expectations
Stages of labor & the role of hormones
Mindset, breathwork, and coping techniques
Comfort measures, positioning & body balancing
Partner support tips & hands-on tools
Common interventions & cesarean birth
Newborn hospital procedures & postpartum recovery
This is the class so many couples say helped them finally feel ready and less anxious.

Expecting Together
A Free Monthly Gathering for Pregnant Moms
Join us for Expecting Together, a free monthly meet-up designed exclusively for pregnant moms to connect, learn, and feel supported during this transformative time. Whether you're newly expecting or preparing for your due date, you're welcome here.
What to Expect:
A relaxed, judgment-free space to ask questions about pregnancy, birth, and the journey into motherhood
Expert guest speakers including birth educators, doulas, breastfeeding specialists, pediatricians, and more
Meaningful conversations and community-building with other moms in the same stage of life
No pressure, no prep, just come as you are. This is a space to connect, learn, and feel supported. You don’t have to figure it all out alone. We’re expecting together!
October theme is Fourth Trimester Prep where you will hear from mental health professionals and a breastfeeding coach.
RSVP is required to attend.

The Confident Birth Experience Class
A 3.5-Hour Group Course for Informed, Empowered Birth
Feel calm, confident, and prepared for the birth that’s right for you with real tools, practical guidance, and support every step of the way. This in-person class is designed to empower both expecting moms and their partners to enter labor feeling ready, informed, and supported.
You’ll learn comfort measures, pain management strategies, advocacy tools, and hands-on techniques using items like the birth ball and peanut ball. Partners will leave knowing exactly how to be helpful, supportive, and involved throughout labor and delivery.
What’s Included:
A resource-packed folder
A thoughtful gift
Loads of practical, evidence-based info
Ongoing text/email support
Encouragement long after the class ends
Cost: $200 per couple
Taught in a small group setting every 4–6 weeks
Payment instructions will be emailed once your registration is reviewed
Topics Covered:
Birth plans & provider alignment
Understanding hospital birth expectations
Stages of labor & the role of hormones
Mindset, breathwork, and coping techniques
Comfort measures, positioning & body balancing
Partner support tips & hands-on tools
Common interventions & cesarean birth
Newborn hospital procedures & postpartum recovery
This is the class so many couples say helped them finally feel ready and less anxious.
This class is currently full.
Sunny Side Up Swap
A feel-good gathering to give, take, and pay it forward. No price tags. Just generosity.
Join us for our most popular event, where moms bring gently used baby, kid, and mom gear, clothes, toys, and books to share, and everything is up for grabs for FREE. All unclaimed items are donated to local organizations that serve mothers in need.
Pregnant moms are welcome!
Everything is free. No pressure to bring anything.
Label clothes by gender & size (e.g., “Boy 3T”)
No large furniture due to space limits
RSVP required to attend

Expecting Together
A Free Monthly Gathering for Pregnant Moms
Join us for Expecting Together, a free monthly meet-up designed exclusively for pregnant moms to connect, learn, and feel supported during this transformative time. Whether you're newly expecting or preparing for your due date, you're welcome here.
What to Expect:
A relaxed, judgment-free space to ask questions about pregnancy, birth, and the journey into motherhood
Expert guest speakers including birth educators, doulas, breastfeeding specialists, pediatricians, and more
Meaningful conversations and community-building with other moms in the same stage of life
No pressure, no prep, just come as you are. This is a space to connect, learn, and feel supported. You don’t have to figure it all out alone. We’re expecting together!
RSVP is required to attend.

Biz Mixer
Sunny Side Up Birth Co.’s women-owned business networking events have been a success! The women are inspiring and I am looking forward to all the good that comes of this.
If you would like to join us for light bites and great connections with other local women-owned businesses, register by filling out the form at sunnysideupbirthco.com/bizmixer and the $25 (per business) event fee can be sent via Venmo @sunnysideupbirthco or Zelle 917-755-0026. Space is limited.
We all do a short intro about our businesses and discuss what referrals we are looking for. You can bring any marketing materials you would like to exchange with the other women. We are also in an Instagram Business Owner group chat to share tips, ask questions, collaborate, and support one another.

Doula & Co Collective
Are you looking to connect with doulas, midwives, lactation professionals, and postpartum support providers?
This collective was born from a vision of unity, collaboration, and sisterhood, a safe space where we can come together to connect, share, uplift, and grow.
As doulas and birth-working professionals, we pour so much into others. Now, it's time to have a circle that pours back into us.
To help us learn more about you and make this first gathering meaningful, please take a moment to fill out the Doula & Co Staten Island Collective Intake Form.
Filling out the form secures your seat at the meet-up and helps us better understand your work, your needs, and your vision for this community.
Next Steps
Once you’ve filled out the form, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your official invite and all the final details. This helps us create a more intentional and supportive experience for everyone attending.

The Confident Birth Experience Class
3-3.5 hour Hospital Birth Course - The goal of this course is to help you feel calm, confident, and ready for the birth that feels right for you. Partners get a lot out of it too—with plenty of support tips, hands-on tools, and ways to be truly helpful during labor.
We’ll go over comfort techniques, pain management strategies, and practice with tools like the birth ball and peanut ball to help you feel prepared and supported every step of the way.
The course is $200 per couple and includes a resource-packed folder, loads of useful info, a thoughtful little gift, ongoing encouragement, and text/email support whenever you need it.
This group class is taught every 4-6 weeks.
Note: Location to be determined either The Studio at Secret Garden 10310 or Tribeca Pediatrics 10306
Topics include:
Birth Plans
Expectations for birth
The importance of mindset
Aligning with provider
Promoting labor & inductions
Stages of labor
Advocacy
Body balancing techniques
Comfort measures
Coping with labor
Importance of breath control
Partner support tips
Interventions
Positions for labor & pushing
Cesarean birth
Newborn hospital procedures
Birth recovery
Payment instructions will be sent via email after registration is received.

The Confident Birth Experience Class
3-3.5 hour Hospital Birth Course - The goal of this course is to help you feel calm, confident, and ready for the birth that feels right for you. Partners get a lot out of it too—with plenty of support tips, hands-on tools, and ways to be truly helpful during labor.
We’ll go over comfort techniques, pain management strategies, and practice with tools like the birth ball and peanut ball to help you feel prepared and supported every step of the way.
The course is $200 per couple and includes a resource-packed folder, loads of useful info, a thoughtful little gift, ongoing encouragement, and text/email support whenever you need it.
This group class is taught every 4-6 weeks.
Topics include:
Birth Plans
Expectations for birth
The importance of mindset
Aligning with provider
Promoting labor & inductions
Stages of labor
Advocacy
Body balancing techniques
Comfort measures
Coping with labor
Importance of breath control
Partner support tips
Interventions
Positions for labor & pushing
Cesarean birth
Newborn hospital procedures
Birth recovery
Payment instructions will be sent via email after registration is received.

Biz Mixer
Sunny Side Up Birth Co.’s women-owned business networking events have been a success! The women are inspiring and I am looking forward to all the good that comes of this.
If you would like to join us for light bites and great connections with other local women-owned businesses, register by filling out the form at sunnysideupbirthco.com/bizmixer and the $25 (per business) event fee can be sent via Venmo @sunnysideupbirthco or Zelle 917-755-0026. Space is limited.
We all do a short intro about our businesses and discuss what referrals we are looking for. You can bring any marketing materials you would like to exchange with the other women. We are also in an Instagram Business Owner group chat to share tips, ask questions, collaborate, and support one another.

Virtual Pregnancy Group
FREE VIRTUAL EVENT!
All pregnant moms are welcome at any point in their pregnancy. This group will help you meet and connect with other moms-to-be. Bring your questions about pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood.
Topic - baby registry
RSVP is required for Google Meet link.
Shades + Sangria, A Fundraiser for Williams Syndrome
Shades + Sangria A Fundraiser for Williams Syndrome. Enjoy a glass of sangria & shop 200+ styles of sunglasses & frames at the best prices all while supporting a great cause. Event hosted by Margaret Wade Farrara, NYS licensed optician.
Accepted payment methods
Cash, Zelle, Venmo & UFT/union forms filled
Space is limited, reserve your spot.
Please check out @afresearchgrant on Instagram for more info behind the mission to raise awareness for Williams Syndrome.

Virtual Pregnancy Group
FREE VIRTUAL EVENT!
All pregnant moms are welcome at any point in their pregnancy. This group will help you meet and connect with other moms-to-be. Bring your questions about pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood. RSVP is required for Google Meet link.

The Confident Birth Experience Class
3-3.5 hour Hospital Birth Course - The goal of the course is for you to feel prepared for your best birth and to feel confident and calm. Partners love the course because it includes support tips and hands-on practice. The course fee is $200 per couple. You will receive a jam-packed resource folder, encouragement, a ton of new knowledge, a special gift, and text/email support.
This group class is taught every 4-6 weeks.
Topics include:
Birth Plans
Expectations for birth
The importance of mindset
Aligning with provider
Promoting labor & inductions
Stages of labor
Advocacy
Body balancing techniques
Comfort measures
Coping with labor
Importance of breath control
Partner support tips
Interventions
Positions for labor & pushing
Cesarean birth
Newborn procedures
Payment instructions will be sent via email after registration is received.

Biz Mixer
Sunny Side Up Birth Co.’s first networking event was a great success with 16 businesses. The women were inspiring and I am looking forward to all the good that comes of this.
If you would like to join us for light bites and great connections with other local women-owned businesses, register by filling out the form at sunnysideupbirthco.com/bizmixer and the $25 (per business) event fee can be sent via Venmo @sunnysideupbirthco or Zelle 917-755-0026.
Space is limited.

The Confident Birth Experience Class
3-hour Hospital Birth Course - The goal of the course is for you to feel prepared for your best birth and to feel confident and calm. Partners love the course because it includes support tips and hands-on practice. The course fee is $150.00 per couple. You will receive resources, encouragement, and a ton of new knowledge.
This group class is taught every 4-6 weeks.
Topics include:
Birth Plans
Expectations for birth
The importance of mindset'
Aligning with provider
Promoting labor & inductions
Stages of labor
Advocacy
Body balancing techniques
Comfort measures
Coping with labor
Importance of breath control
Partner support tips
Interventions
Positions for labor & pushing
Cesarean birth
Newborn procedures

Biz Mixer
Sunny Side Up Birth Co.’s first networking event! Join us for some light bites, tea/coffee, and great connections with other local women-owned businesses doing amazing things.
To register please fill out the form at sunnysideupbirthco.com/bizmixer and the $25 event fee can be sent via Venmo @sunnysideupbirthco or Zelle 917-755-0026.
Space is limited.

Postpartum Prep
Birth prep is important, but are you also focusing on what happens after? In Postpartum Prep we will discuss vaginal & c-section recovery (& all the products you may need), normal newborn behaviors, relationship dynamics, mental health, breastfeeding success tips, recommended formula brands, the importance of rest, support, bonding, and boundaries, etc.
When a baby is born, so is the mother. Let’s focus on the nurturing the new mother.
Introductory price of $100
Discount for birth class students 50% off

The Confident Birth Experience Class
3-hour Hospital Birth Course - The goal of the course is for you to feel prepared for your best birth and to feel confident and calm. Partners love the course because it includes support tips and hands-on practice. The course fee is $150.00 per couple. You will receive resources, encouragement, and a ton of new knowledge.
This group class is taught every 4-6 weeks.
Topics include:
Birth Plans
Expectations for birth
The importance of mindset'
Aligning with provider
Promoting labor & inductions
Stages of labor
Advocacy
Body balancing techniques
Comfort measures
Coping with labor
Importance of breath control
Partner support tips
Interventions
Positions for labor & pushing
Cesarean birth
Newborn procedures

The Confident Birth Experience Class
3-hour Hospital Birth Course - The goal of the course is for you to feel prepared for your best birth and to feel confident and calm. Partners love the course because it includes support tips and hands-on practice. The course fee is $125.00 per couple. There is also an option to add on the comprehensive two-hour pre-recorded breastfeeding course, Prepared Feeding, taught by an IBCLC and it includes a birth course journal for an additional $40. This group class is taught every 6-8 weeks.
Topics include:
Birth Plans
Expectations for birth
The importance of mindset
Promoting labor & inductions
Stages of labor
Advocacy
Body balancing techniques
Comfort measures
Coping with labor
Importance of breath control
Partner support tips
Interventions
Positions for labor & pushing
Cesarean birth
Newborn procedures
Registration closed due to reaching capacity.

The Confident Birth Experience Class
3-hour Hospital Birth Course - The goal of the course is for you to feel prepared for your best birth and to feel confident and calm. Partners love the course because it includes support tips and hands-on practice. The course fee is $125.00 per couple. There is also an option to add on the comprehensive two-hour pre-recorded breastfeeding course, Prepared Feeding, taught by an IBCLC and it includes a birth course journal for an additional $40. This group class is taught every 6-8 weeks.
Topics include:
Birth Plans
Expectations for birth
The importance of mindset
Promoting labor & inductions
Stages of labor
Advocacy
Body balancing techniques
Comfort measures
Coping with labor
Importance of breath control
Partner support tips
Interventions
Positions for labor & pushing
Cesarean birth
Newborn procedures

Hospital Birth Class
Labor Prep Labor Day Weekend!
3-hour Hospital Birth Course - The goal of the course is for you to feel prepared for your best birth and to feel confident and calm. Partners love the course because it includes support tips and hands-on practice. The course fee is $125.00 per couple. There is also an option to add on the comprehensive two-hour pre-recorded breastfeeding course, Prepared Feeding, taught by an IBCLC and it includes a birth course journal for an additional $40. This group class is taught monthly.
Topics include:
Birth Plans
Expectations for birth
The importance of mindset
Promoting labor & inductions
Stages of labor
Advocacy
Body balancing techniques
Comfort measures
Coping with labor
Importance of breath control
Partner support tips
Interventions
Positions for labor & pushing
Cesarean birth
Newborn procedures

Mom's Masterpieces Kid-Free "Paint & Sip" Mom Meet Up
Unleash your creativity and socialize with other moms without being interrupted at a kid-free “paint & sip” mom meet up hosted by Sunny Side Up Birth Co + Happy Day Play
$25 entry includes all supplies, coffee, pastries, and juice. The event is BYO.
Venmo (@sunnysideupbirthco) or Zelle (917-755-0026) are accepted. Payment must be received to confirm your spot.

Hospital Birth Class
3-hour Hospital Birth Course - The goal of the course is for you to feel prepared for your best birth and to feel confident and calm. Partners love the course because it includes support tips and hands-on practice. The course fee is $125.00 per couple. There is also an option to add on the comprehensive two-hour pre-recorded breastfeeding course, Prepared Feeding, taught by an IBCLC and it includes a birth course journal for an additional $40. This group class is taught monthly.
Topics include:
Birth Plans
Expectations for birth
The importance of mindset
Promoting labor & inductions
Stages of labor
Advocacy
Body balancing techniques
Comfort measures
Coping with labor
Importance of breath control
Partner support tips
Interventions
Positions for labor & pushing
Cesarean birth
Newborn procedures

Virtual Pregnancy Group
FREE VIRTUAL EVENT!
All pregnant moms are welcome at any point in their pregnancy. This group will help you meet and connect with other moms-to-be. Bring your questions about pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood. RSVP is required for Google Meet link.
Moms’ Social Swap
Moms bring their gently used baby/kid/mom gear, clothes, toys, and books. All items are displayed and up for grabs for free. No obligation to bring or take anything. Unclaimed items will be donated locally to organizations that help moms in need.
Pregnant moms are welcome!
Note - items/clothes for babies & kids of all ages are accepted. Clothes must have gender and size on bags. Example: Girl 6-12 months.
There will be local businesses with fun displays and special treats!
This event is free but requires all attendees to RSVP.

Hospital Birth Class
3-hour Hospital Birth Course - The goal of the course is for you to feel prepared for your best birth and to feel confident and calm. Partners love the course because it includes support tips and hands-on practice. The course fee is $125.00 per couple. There is also an option to add on the comprehensive two-hour pre-recorded breastfeeding course, Prepared Feeding, taught by an IBCLC and it includes a birth course journal. This group class is taught monthly. There are only two more spots available for this class.
Topics include:
Birth Plans
Expectations for birth
The importance of mindset
Promoting labor & inductions
Stages of labor
Advocacy
Body balancing techniques
Comfort measures
Coping with labor
Importance of breath control
Partner support tips
Interventions
Positions for labor & pushing
Cesarean birth
Newborn procedures
RSVP for registration info.

Hospital Birth Class
3-hour Hospital Birth Course - The goal of the course is for you to feel prepared for your best birth and to feel confident and calm. Partners love the course because it includes support tips and hands-on practice. The course fee is $125.00 per couple. There is also an option to add on the comprehensive two-hour pre-recorded breastfeeding course, Prepared Feeding, taught by an IBCLC and it includes a birth course journal. This group class is taught monthly. There are only two more spots available for this class.
Topics include:
Birth Plans
Expectations for birth
The importance of mindset
Promoting labor & inductions
Stages of labor
Advocacy
Body balancing techniques
Comfort measures
Coping with labor
Breathing
Partner support tips
Interventions
Positions for labor & pushing
Cesarean birth
Newborn procedures
RSVP for registration info.

Mom + Baby Meet Up
Mom + Baby Meet Up for moms with babies up to 12 months old. Lets get together to discuss all things motherhood and what’s going on around us. A great way to meet other local moms with babies around the same age.
The group is 10:30-1. There’s no such thing as being late. It’s a celebration just getting out of the house with your baby! No obligation to stay the whole time either. Everyone stays as long as they want.
$10 per mom paid via Venmo or Zelle
RSVP required

Hospital Birth Class
3-hour Hospital Birth Course - The goal of the course is for you to feel prepared for your best birth and to feel confident and calm. Partners love the course because it includes support tips and hands-on practice. The course fee is $125.00 per couple. There is also an option to add on the comprehensive two-hour pre-recorded breastfeeding course, Prepared Feeding, taught by an IBCLC and it includes a birth course journal. This group class is taught monthly. There is only one more spot available for this class.
Topics include:
Birth Plans
Expectations for birth
The importance of mindset
Promoting labor & inductions
Stages of labor
Advocacy
Body balancing techniques
Comfort measures
Coping with labor
Breathing & meditation
Partner support tips
Interventions
Positions for labor & pushing
Cesarean birth
Newborn procedures
RSVP for registration info.

Mom + Baby Meet Up
Mom + Baby Meet Up for moms with babies up to 12 months old. Lets get together to discuss all things motherhood and what’s going on around us. A great way to meet other local moms with babies around the same age.
The group is 10:30-1. There’s no such thing as being late. It’s a celebration just getting out of the house with your baby! No obligation to stay the whole time either. Everyone stays as long as they want.
$10 per mom paid via Venmo or Zelle
RSVP required

Mom + Baby Meet Up
Mom + Baby Meet Up for moms with babies up to 12 months old. Lets get together to discuss all things motherhood and what’s going on around us. A great way to meet other local moms with babies around the same age.
The group is 10:30-1. There’s no such thing as being late. It’s a celebration just getting out of the house with your baby! No obligation to stay the whole time either. Everyone stays as long as they want.
$10 per mom paid via Venmo or Zelle
RSVP required