SAN JOSE · DOULA-FOUNDED
Build your nest with us.
A lot of life has moved online. Parenthood shouldn’t have to. In-person classes, parent groups and feeding support from experienced local practitioners.
★★★★★ 5.0 from 50 Google reviews
Where are you right now?
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Pregnancy & Birth
Childbirth classes, lactation prep, newborn care and prenatal yoga.
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Postpartum & Baby
Parent groups, feeding support, recovery and baby classes. Bring the baby.
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Early Parenthood
Baby sign language, floor play, CPR and more, as your baby grows and your questions change.
How it works
Three easy steps to build your nest
Choose your stage
Pregnancy, postpartum or baby. Each page lays out your options side by side.
Pick a class or package
Taking a few classes? Bundle them and save 10–15%.
Book and show up
Reserve your spot online in minutes, then join us in the room.
Most-loved classes
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Birthing 101
A one-session overview of labor, birth and your options.
When: 27–32 weeks
Fee: $179 per couple -
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New Moms Group
A weekly place to connect, ask questions and be supported.
When: Birth until baby is mobile (about 8 months)
Fee: $419 · early bird $369 until Oct 2 -
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Lactation 101
Learn how feeding works before baby arrives.
When: 34–37+ weeks
Fee: $199 per couple -
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Prenatal Yoga
Gentle, breath-centered yoga for a strong, comfortable pregnancy.
When: Anytime in pregnancy; 6 weeks–6 months postpartum as a transitional practice
Fee: $34 per class · 5 for $154 · 10 for $289 -
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TummyTime!™ Method
Make tummy time comfortable and effective for your baby.
When: 1 month to pre-crawling (about 3–5 months)
Fee: $189 per family -
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Birthing with BAM
A complete childbirth course for families planning a hospital birth.
When: Complete by 37 weeks
Fee: $589 per couple · BAM patients save 10% (email us for your code) -
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New Dads Group
Meet other dads of same-age babies in a friendly, supportive setting. Babies are welcome and encouraged to attend.
When: Dads of babies newborn–8 months
Fee: $419 · early bird $369 -
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Practical Techniques for a Confident Birth
Hands-on labor practice: positions, comfort and partner support.
When: 34–37+ weeks
Fee: $199 per couple
Save up to 15% on birth prep
Prenatal packages bundle Birthing 101, Practical Techniques, newborn care, lactation and yoga. From $470.
Doula-founded · San Jose
Information is everywhere. This is somewhere to go.
Doula Caren Hespeler founded The Nesting Spot to bring families and experienced local practitioners together under one roof. Come with your questions, practice with your partner and meet parents due around the same time. Many families keep coming back long after the birth.
Familiar faces
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Caren Hespeler
Owner & Founder
CD(DONA)
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Kailey Sanguinetti
Managing Director
Birth doula in training
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Jeanna Lurie
Program Director
Yoga, birth & pelvic health certs
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Stephanie Sheldon-Mollinier
Birthing 101 · Practical Techniques · Prenatal Yoga
CD(DONA)
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Janet Dombro
TummyTime!™ Method · Nourish & Nurture · Floor Explorers
IBCLC
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Aariel Perez
Prenatal Yoga
RYT-200 · 85-hr Prenatal Yoga
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Hannah Golden
Prenatal & Postpartum Fitness
Birth Doula · Athletic Trainer
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Laura Todd
New Moms Group
LPCC
Not sure where to start?
Let’s build your nest together
Call, email or stop by. Tell us what’s on your mind and we’ll help you choose, or simply answer your questions. All families are welcome here.