Ready Set Grow

Ready Set Grow Inclusive, Gender-affirming
Movement, Art, Education & Wellness for Pregnancy, Postpartum, & beyond

Offering Prenatal and Postpartum Yoga, Kids Yoga and Dance, Childbirth Education Workshops, and more. Private lessons, Live Stream and On Demand group classes available.

A breastfeeding parent on vacation…WITHOUT THEIR BABY.⁣⁣Yes, this is possible my friends (and necessary at times for men...
04/18/2026

A breastfeeding parent on vacation…WITHOUT THEIR BABY.⁣
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Yes, this is possible my friends (and necessary at times for mental health). ⁣
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A few things to consider: ⁣
• How established is your BFing relationship?⁣
• How important is it to you that it continues?⁣
• Do you have a good supply?⁣
• Do you have enough of a stash to get baby through however long you’re gone?⁣
• How old is your baby?⁣
• Are they eating solids?⁣
• Do you have someone you trust who can handle 24+ hours of baby?⁣
• Do you enjoy kid-free fun?⁣
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Now, I breastfed for over 8 1/2 years. I was confident in my supply BUT I had donated almost my entire stash, so I had to plan ahead because I’m committed to (and lucky enough to) continue nursing until my kid(s) are ready to stop. Plus, my little one was a “straight from the tap” kinda baby. She hadn’t taken a bottle more than a few times in 10 months.⁣
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So for two weeks, I pumped (which I hate). ⁣
Our regular sitter (who was going to be with baby while we were away) offered a bottle every day they were around. ⁣
We laid some groundwork and did some prep.⁣
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I hadn’t left my first two kids this young for this long, but it had been a hell of pandemic and mama needed a grown-up break like whoa. ⁣
My partner was at a work convention in Vegas and well…we made it work. ⁣
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I pumped and dumped, not because of the Corona (the beer, not the virus); I’m all about busting that myth. ⁣
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I pumped and dumped because dealing with storing and traveling with breastmilk is a huge pain in the ass and I was on VACATION. ⁣
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It was only three days and two nights but we made the best of it and we had a blast…and my babe latched right on when we were reunited. Our two older kids had a fun adventure at grandma’s and my partner and I felt rejuvenated (and perhaps a bit hungover). ⁣
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It’s possible. Life after kids is different but with some planning, some trusted help, and a small leap of faith, it IS possible to revisit the free-spirited time before parenthood. If only for a short little while. ⁣
Cheers! 🍻

The perfection that is a sleeping baby. Makes the months of pregnancy-related discomforts and the months (years?) of pos...
04/16/2026

The perfection that is a sleeping baby. Makes the months of pregnancy-related discomforts and the months (years?) of postpartum recovery all worth it. The sleepless night melts away when you look at this beautiful sight (before falling asleep sitting up in your chair). We can help with both the pregnancy AND the postpartum recovery in our many classes just for parents (and their babes).
Schedule link in bio

Repost from •As with so many things in this country, race plays a role in the experiences black mothers have with breast...
04/14/2026

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As with so many things in this country, race plays a role in the experiences black mothers have with breastfeeding.⁠
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Racial biases as both from medical professionals, long-standing fear and frustrations passed down generationally and socioeconomic status of communities at large all play their part.⁠
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There is still work to do. I encourage you to do research and find a black breastfeeding organization local to you and support them tangibly— be it a financial or product-based donation. Those on the ground grassroots organizations are ALWAYS our country's biggest change-makers.⁠
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to find who they are in your local area and do what you can to support them year-round.⁠
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Do me a favor: please list the city you are in and the name of the organization you found so others in your area can add it to their list. And if you ARE a local organization focused on black maternal wellbeing and/or breastfeeding efforts please let us know so we can support!⁠
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This workshop is designed for those intending to breast/chest feed their little one but also provides valuable informati...
04/11/2026

This workshop is designed for those intending to breast/chest feed their little one but also provides valuable information for those who are unsure about their feeding goals. Feel prepared to feed your baby with confidence!

Sign up before spots fill up! Click the link below, or go to our website and click on CLASSES > WORKSHOPS + BUNDLES from the dropdown menu.
https://bit.ly/47P9abm

Melissa Curry, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), will cover the basics of lactation to get you and your baby off to a great start, including:
*Exploring the fascinating biology of making milk
*Recognizing your baby’s feeding cues
*Learning positions and techniques for feeding at breast/chest
*An introduction to breast pumps and other feeding tools
*Tips and tricks for common lactation issues
*When to seek professional support
*FAQs we hear from new parents
RSG Members: $175 per couple
Non-Members: $195 per couple
**Purchase one of our Workshop Bundles to attend all 3 workshops for expecting parents so you can feel PREPARED and SAVE BIG! (Members save 20%, non-members save 10%)**
*Please Note: If not using one of our money saving "workshop bundles" you can register your partner by reserving 2 spots, entering your partner's information, and then using promo code BIRTHPARTNER to register your partner for free. The amount due will reflect 50% off both bookings, or one full price registration.

Depressed Cake Shop Portland is a super fun way to support Baby Blues Connection. We're popping up again Sunday May 3 fr...
04/10/2026

Depressed Cake Shop Portland is a super fun way to support Baby Blues Connection. We're popping up again Sunday May 3 from 2-4 pm Ready Set Grow! Grab a friend, bring your kids and come home with a box of tasty sweets! Can't wait to see you there.

Tickets are free, but it helps us to know how many treats to bring :) Get your tix here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/depressed-cake-shop-portland-may

Tandem nursing a toddler and a newborn is anything but glamorous...but it was one of the most rewarding experiences of m...
04/10/2026

Tandem nursing a toddler and a newborn is anything but glamorous...but it was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. The bond it helped to create between my children, the continued benefits to my older child, the ease with which my milk flowed for my newborn, were totally worth the discomfort and lack of personal space. Yes, I sometimes felt “touched out” but I’m so grateful for this body and its ability to nourish my children. Come practice self-care in one of our classes, where ALL forms of feeding your child(ren) are welcome. *link to schedule in bio (always a fave)

𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐲 & 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 ⁣⁣Milk baths and maternity shoots (although I highly encourage everyon...
04/09/2026

𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐲 & 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 ⁣
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Milk baths and maternity shoots (although I highly encourage everyone to document their pregnancy and celebrate their pregnant body if they desire),⁣
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Nursery color palettes and cute baby clothes (my educated guess is that you’ll spend far less time than you think in that nursery and your baby will wear the same easy access nightgown thing most of your 4th trimester),⁣
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The best diapers, cloth or disposable, the best stroller, car seat, rocker thingy, milk warmer (totally unnecessary if you have a coffee mug and hot water tap), bassinet. ⁣
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More important than those things, is having solid support during your birth and after. Having tools at you and your support person’s disposal for helping with birth, and recovery, how to care for yourself while caring for baby, accessing community care. ⁣
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At Ready Set Grow, we offer workshops and classes that support you every step of the way while also giving us all access to community, care, and support. Go check out our offerings by clicking the link in bio!

Something I say to my mamas in class who are struggling, "Be as patient and gentle with yourself as you are with your ba...
04/07/2026

Something I say to my mamas in class who are struggling, "Be as patient and gentle with yourself as you are with your baby". In our culture, women are often expected to live up to impossible (unrealistic, curated, airbrushed) standards. Standards that become even more unattainable when performing the incredibly challenging job of mothering a newborn (while healing their bodies, no less). Childbirth, no matter how it plays out, is one of the most intense physiological experiences of a woman's life. Honor it. Be kind to this miraculous body that is your postpartum body...and heal and find support with us.
Join a class and be part of our community! Link to classes in bio!

Caring for an infant can be a daunting prospect, whether you’re embarking on the journey for the first time or welcomin...
04/06/2026

Caring for an infant can be a daunting prospect, whether you’re embarking on the journey for the first time or welcoming a new sibling into the fold. To help prepare you for this transition, Krystle Gard of Bridgetown Baby offers a class to help you achieve your family’s postpartum goals.

Our Newborn Care Essentials is designed to provide you practical information and helpful tools to nurture the unique needs of your baby. The class is 3 hours long and covers:
*Diapering
*Swaddling
*Infant Development
*Comfort Techniques
*Bonding
*Good Sleep Practices
*Infant Feeding
*Bathing
*Baby Wearing
*Sibling Relationships
Upon completing this class, you are on your way to becoming a more confident and capable parent.

PRICING (includes free partner registration!):
RSG Members: $170
Non-Members: $185

**Purchase one of our Workshop Bundles to attend all 3 workshops for expecting parents so you can feel PREPARED and SAVE BIG! (Members save 20%, non-members save 10%)**

*IMPORTANT BOOKING INSTRUCTIONS if not using a "bundle": Be sure to select "2" for number of spots. Please fill out your partner's info and use Promo Code BIRTHPARTNER under Payment. The amount due will reflect one full price registration. Have questions or need help registering your partner? Please email us at info@andreadysetgrow.com

I thought my son would self-wean during my pregnancy but it never happened. As I prepared for a new baby, in a new city,...
04/06/2026

I thought my son would self-wean during my pregnancy but it never happened. As I prepared for a new baby, in a new city, and without my mother (a story for a different time), I worried about how my relationships would change...with my son, with my partner, with myself. Would I be able to keep up with the demands of two children, two nurslings? Would I produce enough? Be enough? Pregnancy is such an intense time, a time of so many unknowns. My breastfeeding relationship with my son actually helped to keep me balanced, stay focused on the present, BE present. What a gift. All breastfeeding relationships are different and that’s OK. Find your own way and trust your instincts. We’ll be here to support you no matter what your path in parenting looks like. *link to class schedule in bio 📷 by .portraits .ihearyou

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