Reclaiming Birth, 

As Nature Designed

Hi, I’m Carolyn Quinn Reisman

Midwife, published author, educator, and founder of Birth Work Designs.

As part of my journey to bring awareness to the power of birth,  I created a woman-centered site for parents and professionals. Whether you’re a mother seeking guidance on the complexities of pregnancy and childbirth or a midwife, doula, or childbirth educator navigating the professional landscape, I have the knowledge, experience, and resources necessary to help you achieve your goals. Visit our blog, store and teachings, and design your birth work!

The Blog

The blog posts provide evidence-based information, guidelines, and fun topics we hope you find helpful.

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Our Store

Educational resources, paperwork for professionals, and courses.

Diversity

Birth Work Designs is committed to illustrating different populations in the community so that parents feel represented and connected to their health care.

Childbirth Education

Birth

Your journey starts with preparation. 

Studies show that parents who take a childbirth preparation class are more likely to have a vaginal birth than those who are not prepared. Families are not always sure what to expect when labor begins, and many birth myths have established fear and anxiety in our society. Birth Work Designs helps parents know what to expect during birth and builds confidence in the birthing process.

In-person classes are held in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Virtual classes are provided by Carolyn.

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What People Say

Mallory
"Labor is called "labor" for a reason, and the course helped me prep for it! My birth was incredibly tough and very long, and I think that without the knowledge from the birth class and all the additional research that the class inspired, I would have been on my way to the hospital. The birth class helped me realize how important it was to be ready and fit enough to labor and birth in many different positions and to practice them beforehand. We used almost every position possible to help my baby get out! I'm also thankful that I learned I might need to be loud to get through labor. I was very loud but felt comfortable being as loud as I needed with the primal moans."
Cara
"This childbirth education workshop was invaluable for my husband and I. Carolyn created a safe space for new parents like ourselves to learn about all things childbirth together. It helped set the stage for our AMAZING birth experience!"
Elle
Class taught by Jeannette: “I couldn’t recommend Jeannette’s class more. We did not have a birthing doula but felt super prepared for all the different aspects and outcomes of labor and delivery. She really empowered us to have the hospital birth to our liking and on our terms. Our baby girl arrived recently and the birthing experience was positive largely due to what we learned from this course! Plus, Jeannette is a joy to be around and her teaching style makes all these big topics digestible. I liked the personal stories in Navigating Your Birth, especially as I got closer to delivery because that’s when I did get the book back out. I even took it to the hospital with me!"
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Your Birth Journey: a Holistic Guide for Pregnancy

by Carolyn Quinn Reisman 

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Your Birth Journey: A Holistic Guide for Pregnancy was read by hundreds of mothers in Carolyn’s midwifery practice. Parents absolutely loved it, and it is extremely valuable to midwives! It is an indispensable resource for every family navigating their pregnancy and birth. It meets their needs by integrating the many prompts that guide decision-making, care, and discussion, effectively a “to do” list, covering everything from labs, birth supplies, parenting decisions, natural remedies, and much more. The book’s chapters correlate with regularly scheduled prenatal discussions, so parents don’t miss a beat!

Navigating Your Birth: A Complete Childbirth Preparation Guide

by Carolyn Quinn Reisman 

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Prepare for the incredible journey of childbirth with “Navigating Your Birth: A Complete Childbirth Preparation Guide.” Written by a midwife and childbirth educator, this comprehensive resource equips you with evidence-based information, effective breathing and relaxation techniques for a natural birth, and essential tools to help you achieve the birth experience you envision. Featuring over 200 illustrations depicting anatomy, pregnancy exercises, the normal childbirth process, and various labor and birth positions, you will feel confident and empowered as you prepare for this important life event.

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I'm Carolyn
Founder of Birth Work Designs, promoting woman-centered care and parent and professional resources.

Disclaimer:  Information, educational materials, graphics, or social media outlets on Birth Work Designs should not be interpreted as medical advice. Please discuss any questions or concerns you may have with your care provider. 

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