You're worth it, mama.

Your birth story is not something to move on from. Its something to finally be heard.

Your birth story deserves to be witnessed.

For anyone who has experienced a difficult or traumatic birth, regardless of how long it has been or the specific circumstances. This group provides a space to share the impact of birth trauma, feel validated, and connect with others who understand.

Format: Virtual
Frequency: Weekly
Duration: 6 weeks
Length: 90 minutes
Fee: $70 per week
A curated self-care package mailed to your home
Group size: 9 max participants
Next circle: Monday, January 12th, 2027
Time: 12 pm-1:30 pm EST

You don’t need to know if your birth was traumatic or not to belong here. If your birth left you with questions, sadness, anger, confusion, or replays in your mind, this circle is for you.

Disclaimer:

This support group is intended to provide a safe, supportive space for individuals to connect, share experiences, and receive validation from others navigating similar challenges. While the group is facilitated by licensed mental health professionals, participation in this group does not constitute therapy and is not a substitute for individual mental health treatment.

Unlike therapy, this support group does not involve individualized treatment plans, clinical assessments, diagnoses, or therapeutic interventions tailored to participants' specific mental health needs. Participation does not establish a therapist-client relationship with the facilitators.

Individuals seeking personalized mental health support are encouraged to seek services from a licensed mental health provider.

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IS THIS FOR YOU?

This circle is for you if...

Your birth didn't go the way you planned and you're disappointed, angry, or grieved by it.

You've never had a safe space to make sense of what actually happened without feeling overwhelmed.

You feel like you should be over it by now but, you're not.

You believe your story is worthy of being witnessed, not minimized.

You want to feel less alone in what you experienced.

You're pregnant again and want to process your last birth experience so you can walk into your next one empowered.

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“This Birth Story Circle covered the importance of processing our pregnancies, our births, trauma, postpartum and beyond. It serves as a reminder that we are never alone and how important it is to talk about our maternal mental health, no matter how long it has been. You're worth it, mama.”

— Birth Story Circle Participant —

Your Facilitators

You will be held by two licensed trauma therapists.

Both facilitators hold specialized training in perinatal mental health and birth trauma.

Brittany Moffitt, LCSW-C, PMH-C

Licensed Clinical Social Worker · Worthy to Live Therapy

Brittany is a licensed clinical social worker with specialized training in perinatal mental health, birth trauma, and EMDR therapy. She is deeply committed to creating spaces where mothers can process their experiences with dignity and care. Brittany founded the Birth Story Circle out of a belief that community healing is just as powerful as individual therapy.

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Nelly Hutchinson, LCSW-C, PMH-C

Licensed Clinical Social Worker · Healing Awaits LLC

Nelly is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in trauma, postpartum mood disorders, and perinatal mental health. Nelly founded the Birth Story Circle out of the belief that healing happens in relationships and that no mother should have to carry her story alone. She brings warmth, clinical expertise, and a deep respect for each person’s unique birth story.

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Frequently asked questions

No. The Birth Story Circle is a trauma-informed community workshop, not individual therapy. It is facilitated by two licensed trauma therapists, but the sessions are designed for group reflection, education, and community support, not clinical treatment. Many participants find it a meaningful complement to their individual therapy work.

Absolutely not. Participation is entirely at your own pace. You are welcome to listen, observe, and simply be present. There is no pressure to share anything you are not ready to share. Just showing up is enough.

There is no time limit. We welcome mothers who gave birth recently and those who gave birth decades ago. Birth trauma does not have an expiration date, and neither does the need to be heard.

Each Birth Story Circle is intentionally kept small, a maximum of 8 participants to ensure every person feels seen, heard, and safe. This is not a large group event. It is an intimate, held space.

Postpartum depression (PPD) primarily involves persistent low mood, loss of interest, and feelings of worthlessness after birth. Birth trauma (CB-PTSD) is specifically linked to the birth experience itself — intrusive memories, avoidance, hypervigilance, and emotional numbing related to what happened during labor and delivery. The two can co-occur, and both are addressed within the circle.

Yes, and it is encouraged. This workshop is designed to complement, not replace, individual therapy. Many participants find that the group experience deepens their individual healing work. We recommend letting your therapist know you are attending.

Refunds are accepted up to 7 days before the first session. Registrations may be transferred to another participant with advance notice. No refunds for no-shows. If facilitators need to cancel a session, a full refund or transfer to the next circle will be offered.

Yes. Many participants attend while pregnant with a subsequent baby, specifically to process a previous difficult birth before their next one. This is one of the most meaningful reasons to join the circle.

No. This is a community support workshop, not a billable clinical service. Payment is made directly at registration. We offer tiered pricing options to support accessibility.

To support a focused and emotionally safe environment, we ask that babies and children remain at home with a trusted caregiver.

Questions?

Not sure if the Birth Story Circle is the right fit for you, or do the dates not work with your schedule? We’d still love to hear from you! Email us at hello@birthstorycirclemd.com to express interest in a future group or ask any questions.