Canvass for Reproductive Freedom
Decisions about pregnancy, birth, and our bodies belong to us. Not politicians. In other states, access to birth control and pregnancy care is already being taken away. Virginia's Reproductive Freedom Amendment would write those rights into our state constitution. To pass it, we need to talk to our neighbors.
Come knock doors with us. Most Virginians already want these rights protected. Our job is to make sure they know what's on the ballot and show up to vote YES on 1.
What to expect
A short training before you head out
Canvassing in pairs or small groups
Scripts and materials provided
Real conversations with your neighbors
Can't canvass? Request a YES on 1 yard sign, sign the pledge, and check that you're registered to vote.
Prenatal Yoga
Pregnancy takes a lot out of you, and rest is hard to come by. So once a month, we make time for it.
Our free Prenatal Yoga class in Richmond is gentle and safe for every trimester. You'll stretch, practice breathing you can use during labor, and meet other pregnant people in your community. You don't need any yoga experience.
Bring a mat if you have one. We have extras if you don't.
Donation Drop-Off Day
Babies outgrow everything fast, and replacing it all gets expensive. The Baby Swap lets families trade what they don't need for what they do. It's free.
You'll find clothes in every size, toys, books, baby gear, and things for pregnant and postpartum parents.
Have stuff to give?
Bring clean, gently used items on drop-off day, the Wednesday-Friday before each swap. Also, you don't have to donate anything to take something home :)
Canvass for Reproductive Freedom
Decisions about pregnancy, birth, and our bodies belong to us. Not politicians. In other states, access to birth control and pregnancy care is already being taken away. Virginia's Reproductive Freedom Amendment would write those rights into our state constitution. To pass it, we need to talk to our neighbors.
Come knock doors with us. Most Virginians already want these rights protected. Our job is to make sure they know what's on the ballot and show up to vote YES on 1.
What to expect
A short training before you head out
Canvassing in pairs or small groups
Scripts and materials provided
Real conversations with your neighbors
Can't canvass? Request a YES on 1 yard sign, sign the pledge, and check that you're registered to vote.
Childbirth Education Series
Our free six-week class is taught by certified birthworkers.
A lot of people go into labor with questions nobody answered. And when they do speak up, they aren't always heard. Knowing what to expect, and what to ask for, makes a difference.
Over 6 weeks, we cover:
Labor and birth
Postpartum recovery
Chest/breastfeeding
How to speak up for yourself with your care team
Sign up to join us virtually.
Bloom & Brunch
YOU DESERVE YOUR FLOWERS
Join us for an afternoon of connection, creativity, and celebration! Enjoy brunch with the Birth in Color team while creating beautiful personalized bouquets.
What to Expect:
Brunch buffet with pastries, fresh fruits, and beverages
Hands-on bouquet-making workshop with fresh flowers
Professional makeup consultation and mini tutorial
Complimentary nursing bra fitting
Aesthetic Instagram-photo ops
LOCATION
Danville: Cedar Place
127 Cedar Place, Danville, VA 24541
When: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Come bloom with us and celebrate the amazing mom you are!
The Village Feeds - Breastfeeding Support Group
RSVP: birthincolor.org/villagecirclersvp
Chest/breastfeeding is one of the most beautiful AND most challenging journeys β and for Black and BIPOC parents, systemic barriers in healthcare make it even harder.
You deserve a space where nobodyβs judging, nobodyβs rushing you, and everybody gets it.
Thatβs The Village Feeds.
Come as you are. Bring your questions, your frustrations, your wins, your tears. Just come.
FREE The Blueprint Workshop for Dads and Partners
FREE quarterly workshop for dads and birth partners. Share real talk about supporting partners, legal rights, and early parenthood. Richmond & Hampton.
Dad's Self-Care Day
Dad's Self-Care Day is a FREE wellness event designed specifically for dads and birth partners. Take time to focus on your mental health, connect with other dads, and prioritize self-care β because you can't pour from an empty cup. Join us in Richmond, VA!
Prenatal and Postpartum Yoga
Monthly prenatal and postpartum yoga classes in Richmond. Donation-based, led by certified doula. Gentle movement, breathwork, and community for pregnant and postpartum families.
Voices and Votes 2026
Voices and Votes is a community civic engagement event hosted by Birth in Color that connects reproductive justice advocacy with voting rights education.
When & Where
Friday, July 24th, | 4:30-10:00 PM
Main Street Station β’ Richmond, VA
What to Expect
Join us for an unforgettable, family-friendly evening where culture, community, and civic power come together. Completely FREE and open to all, this celebration will feature live performances, food trucks, and hands-on activities for every age.
Connect directly with Virginia legislative leaders and community activists, register to vote on-site, and dive into interactive town hall pods, storytelling sessions, and civic engagement stations designed to inspire real action.
Key Activities
π΅ Live entertainment
π³οΈ On-site voter registration
ποΈ District showcase presentations
π Voter resource distribution
π Community surveys and raffles
βοΈ WORK WITH THE BIRTH IN COLOR CREW AND BE A PART OF OUR SPECIAL DAY!
The Village Feeds - Breastfeeding Support Group
RSVP: birthincolor.org/villagefeedsrsvp
Chest/breastfeeding is one of the most beautiful AND most challenging journeys β and for Black and BIPOC parents, systemic barriers in healthcare make it even harder.
You deserve a space where nobodyβs judging, nobodyβs rushing you, and everybody gets it.
Thatβs The Village Feeds.
Come as you are. Bring your questions, your frustrations, your wins, your tears. Just come.
Prenatal and Postpartum Yoga
Monthly prenatal and postpartum yoga classes in Richmond. Donation-based, led by certified doula. Gentle movement, breathwork, and community for pregnant and postpartum families.
Dad's Self-Care Day
Dad's Self-Care Day is a FREE wellness event designed specifically for dads and birth partners. Take time to focus on your mental health, connect with other dads, and prioritize self-care β because you can't pour from an empty cup. Join us in Richmond, VA!
The Milk Bar
Click Here to Register for The Milk Bar
Spend time with other families and babies. Learn and share valuable parenting advice. Find out how much milk your baby is getting with a pre- and post-feed weight. Latch, positioning, and other lactation assistance will be offered by a registered lactation consultant or lactation educator.
Prepare for lactation before pregnancy and get support as you navigate lactation by joining our monthly Support Group and Clinic. Connect with others on their feeding journey, gain lactation education, and receive support from Lactation Consultants.
Iο»Ώf you live outside of the city where the clinic is being held on that date, join us virtually! You'll have the opportunity to engage with lactation support professionals, gain the information from that clinic and topic, and ask questions!
VRF Campaign Kickoff: Rally & March
This November, Virginians will vote on a constitutional amendment to protect reproductive freedom β and the campaign officially launches this Saturday, May 16. Birth in Color is proud to stand with Virginians for Reproductive Freedom for a community rally and march in downtown Richmond.
Art for Autonomy Poster Making Social
This Wednesday, May 14, Birth in Color is hosting Art for Autonomy β a community gathering where we'll make posters, build power, and get ready to show up for reproductive freedom together. Ahead of the Virginians for Reproductive Freedom campaign kickoff on May 16, we're doing what our community does best: showing up creatively, collectively, and unapologetically. All are welcome.
May Town Hall
This town hall will address physical recovery, mental health support, lactation resources, and the unique challenges faced by communities of color during the "fourth trimester." Learn about culturally relevant support systems while connecting with others navigating similar journeys.
Moms and Mocktails
Pull up for a FREE evening made just for you β signature mocktails, light bites, real conversation, and a community of people who get it.
Whether you're expecting, postpartum, or just trying to figure out what this whole birth support thing is about, this is your space. Come as you are. Leave feeling seen, supported, and connected.
You'll hear directly from Birth in Color doulas and staff, learn about maternal health resources available to YOUR community, and build real relationships with families who are on the same journey.
Meet the Doula
FREE community event on March 21. Connect with doulas, learn about birth support, and enjoy belly casting. Lynchburg, SWVA, Richmond, Hampton & DMV. Register now.
Prenatal and Postpartum Yoga
Monthly prenatal and postpartum yoga classes in Richmond. Donation-based, led by certified doula. Gentle movement, breathwork, and community for pregnant and postpartum families.
FREE The Blueprint Workshop for Dads and Partners
FREE quarterly workshop for dads and birth partners. Share real talk about supporting partners, legal rights, and early parenthood. Richmond & Hampton.
Advocacy Day 2026
REGISTER FOR FREE ADVOCACY DAY
Join Birth in Color and families from across Virginia as we advocate for maternal health equity, reproductive justice, and policies that support Black and BIPOC communities at the Virginia State Capitol.
Lovingly hosted in partnership with March of Dimes! π
We're demanding better β better outcomes, better access, better care. Whether this is your first time advocating or you're a seasoned organizer, we'll equip you with talking points, connect you with legislators, and amplify our collective power.
Hands of Hope Virtual Support Group
REGISTER FOR THIS FREE VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUP
Hands of Hope is a FREE virtual support group for perinatal mental health support. Whether you're navigating pregnancy, postpartum, or parenting β if you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or just need someone who understands, this space is for you.
Led by Dr. Georgette Nelson, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience. Dr. Nelson specializes in mental health, pregnancy and postpartum support, and infant/family wellness. As a Certified New Parent Educator and Endorsed Infant Family Specialist, she's passionate about helping families feel seen, heard, and supported through life's most tender moments.
Clothing Swap
REGISTER FOR THE FREE BABY SWAP
Birth in Color's monthly Baby Swap is a FREE community exchange where families share clothes, toys, books, gear, and essentials.
From newborn onesies to toddler toys, from bottles to books β if your little one outgrew it, another family needs it.
Drop off your items Wednesday, Feb 11-12, then come shop on Saturday, Feb 14.
Everything is free β take what you need, leave what you can.
Heartfelt Healing Virtual Support Group
RSVP FOR THIS FREE SUPPORT GROUP
Heartfelt Healing is a FREE virtual support group for anyone who has experienced fertility challenges, pregnancy loss, or stillbirth. Led by Dr. Georgette Nelson, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience.
ABOUT DR. NELSON
Dr. Georgette Nelson specializes in mental health, pregnancy and postpartum support, and infant/family wellness. As a Certified New Parent Educator and Endorsed Infant Family Specialist, she's passionate about helping families feel seen, heard, and supported through life's most tender moments.
This is a safe, confidential space where you're welcome to share as much or as little as you'd like. We're here to listen, hold space, and support one another. You don't have to go through healing alone.
Hands of Hope Virtual Support Group
REGISTER FOR THIS FREE VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUP
Hands of Hope is a FREE virtual support group for perinatal mental health support. Whether you're navigating pregnancy, postpartum, or parenting β if you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or just need someone who understands, this space is for you.
Led by Dr. Georgette Nelson, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience. Dr. Nelson specializes in mental health, pregnancy and postpartum support, and infant/family wellness. As a Certified New Parent Educator and Endorsed Infant Family Specialist, she's passionate about helping families feel seen, heard, and supported through life's most tender moments.