Expecting Parents Group - Winter 2026 Cohort

Expecting Parents Group from Papillon Collective

Whether it is your first pregnancy or multiple, it can be a long, lonely and difficult journey. Connecting with others who are on a similar journey can be very supportive, no matter how you are feeling.

This in-person 10 week cohort focuses on the birthing person. Pregnancy is a physical, emotional and mental transformation. This group is not a typical birthing class. We focus on the birthing person by building confidence and connection so that they feel more ready and supported going through the transformation.

We will focus each week on topics ranging from how to build your postpartum village, how to prepare for relationship changes, what you really need for the first few weeks, what to expect during labor, how to support your pelvic floor and through postpartum and much more!

Guest speakers from the community to provide education and resources to support your pregnancy journey and into postpartum. You will have a chance to share how you are feeling emotionally and physically each week while learning and building connection.

This group is facilitated by counselor, Gabi Villasenor. To learn more about Gabi, read below.

Our group meets weekly for 10 weeks on Tuesdays from 6:00pm - 7:30pm starting February 3. We meet at The Laurelhurst Club in SE Portland.

What you'll get -

• a dedicated space to share your pregnant experience with others who get it

• expertises from the community around what to expect during labor, postpartum experience like sleep, feeding and caring for infants and more

• What's App group to stay connected with other moms in between and after group sessions

• supportive facilitator to help you navigate all the questions, worries, concerns and joys of what is to come

• access to private Papillon Collective Facebook group with other mom group graduates

• discount on future new mom groups

• and more!

10 week cohort $499

Sliding scale available, please reach out to caitlin@papillon-collective to inquire.

Have additional questions? Check out our FAQ page here.

Testimonials

What did you enjoy the most about our group?

"Having dedicated time with other women & hearing their experiences - especially the mamas having their 2nd and 3rd!"

"The community! Meeting more pregnant people! Truly the best. Wish we could keep going!

"Meeting so many women in the same situation as me."

Want to read more testimonials? Click here.

Gabi Villaseñor, LPC-A, of Open Invitation

Gabi Villasenor (she/her) is an Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in Portland, Oregon, and a mom to Leon, who's turning 3 soon! She specializes in working with women and mothers, supporting them through the beautiful mess of motherhood, the perinatal period, and all the emotions that come with it. With a background in ecotherapy from Lewis & Clark College, she loves integrating nature-based practices into her work, believing that connection to the natural world can be deeply healing. Her approach is all about helping you clarify what matters most to you and building a life that actually reflects your values and priorities.

About Papillon Collective

Papillon Collective is a community resource to support new mothers on their journey through motherhood. In-person events are hosted in Portland, OR. Follow us on Instagram at @papilloncollective_pdx for updates. Please reach out if you have any questions.