Central Texas Doula Association

02/20/2026

Schedule for tomorrow's event!

02/19/2026

Now, let's meet the main host for this year's event and mastermind behind getting all of these amazing folks under one roof:
Sarah Hughes

Hello! I am Sarah Hughes, a birth doula, childbirth educator, and student midwife in North Austin. I am fiercely passionate about educating families about their options, so everyone feels empowered to make the choices right for them. Central Texas has such an amazing birth community. It has been an honor to bring these incredible perinatal professionals and experts together to share a bit of our expertise with families in our community. It is shaping up to be our best expo yet, we hope to see you there!

She has been instrumental in supporting the EXPO from its early days as Doula Share into this new model. If you see her at the even please be sure to give her a high five, hug and a thank you.

https://www.shbirthservices.com/

02/18/2026

Let's meet another co-host for this year's EXPO.

music, quality time with her children, and live-streaming cozy

Michelle is a dynamic force in the reproductive space, serving as
a passionate birth doula and the former President of the
Central Texas Doula Association the past 3 years. Her work
focuses on supporting families through pregnancy and birth,
with a particular advocacy for Neurodivergent, Fat and BIPOC
individuals. Michelle's vibrant personality and commitment
make a lasting impression.

As a devoted mother of three, including twins, she balances
family life with her professional role. Michelle, who is
neurodivergent herself, is an advocate for education and is
dedicated to adult learners. In her free time, she enjoys EDM
music, quality time with her children, and live streaming cozy
games on Twitch. Michelle is making a significant impact in
reproductive advocacy, especially for Black women, in her
vibrant North Austin community.

https://galacticdoula.com/

02/17/2026

Let's meet our hosts for this year's event!

Meet our Co-host Lori Post!

Lori is certified as a Postpartum Doula, Baby Carrier Consultant, and Breastfeeding Educator. As a self-proclaimed nerd and avid learner, Lori has attended additional trainings, seminars, and conferences on perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, trauma-informed care, pregnancy and infant loss, parent coaching, and all things newborn care. Lori holds an MS Ed in Higher Education, a BA in Sociology, with a minor in Women's and Gender Studies.
Lori is deeply passionate about helping families as they welcome a new baby home, be it their first or their fourth. She believes families come in many forms and focuses on empowering and uplifting each of them with caring, hands-on support and evidence-based information, and resources. Lori loves supporting families in those early months as they embrace their journey and find their voice, strength, and confidence as parents.

When she is not working or surviving real life with her own not-so-small children, Lori loves getting outside, hiking, and volunteering with local organizations working to improve the lives of Central Texas parents and their families.

https://upliftparenting.com/

02/16/2026

Birth & Parenting Expo 2026 is proud to feature Au Pair in America!

Au Pair in America® offers reliable, flexible childcare options customized to meet your family’s needs. Since their founding, they’ve helped countless families across the United States benefit from intercultural, live-in childcare assistance.

Come visit their booth at the Birth & Parenting Expo, Feb 21, 2026!

02/14/2026

Get ready — the Expo is almost here! ✨

Join us for a day of connection, learning, and fun for growing and parenting families. Here’s just a glimpse of what you can look forward to:

👶 Doulas offering education on a wide range of pregnancy, birth, and parenting topics
🩺 Panels featuring doctors, practitioners, and community experts
🛍️ Baby gear and resources to explore in person
🎁 Swag bags for the first 75 families through the door
🚗 Tesla vehicles on site to check out
🎉 Giveaways and surprises throughout

Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birth-parenting-expo-2026-tickets-1976496090011

This event is FREE and open to everyone looking to learn, ask questions, and connect with local support. Bring a friend, bring your curiosity — we can’t wait to see you there!

02/14/2026

We are excited to feature Strength & Dignity Wellness as one of our sponsors for the Birth & Parenting Expo 2026!

02/12/2026

We are excited to feature Austin Yoga Lounge as one of our sponsors for the Birth & Parenting Expo 2026!



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02/11/2026

02/11/2026

We are proud to have Mothers' Milk Bank at Austin be one of our returning community non-profit expo booths! Please stop by the Expo to learn about how they service the most tender of Austinites.

Mothers’ Milk Bank Austin provides lifesaving donor human milk to fragile infants in NICUs and families who need extra feeding support. If you are a healthy, breastfeeding parent with extra milk, you can turn your oversupply into hope for babies across Texas and beyond. Becoming a donor is simple — complete a short screening, receive approval, and drop off or ship your frozen milk to one of our convenient depots. Every ounce donated helps nourish the smallest lives and gives families peace of mind when they need it most.

Learn more or begin the donor screening process at milkbank.org/donate.

02/11/2026

We are excited to host Hill Country Placentas, Placenta Encapsulation, and Donation at Birth & Parenting Expo 2026!

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