Empowered

to Birth

in Manhattan Beach with Sam Hoppes

Next Workshops:

Space is limited to 10 birthing individuals and their support partners, so early registration is highly encouraged.

A Lamaze-Based

Childbirth Prep Workshop

Welcome, Parents!



Join Sam for a weekend of learning, connection, and preparation in this Lamaze-based Childbirth Prep Workshop—designed to empower you and your support partner with the knowledge and tools needed for a healthier, more connected labor and birth experience.


Grounded in the latest evidence-based research, this workshop will equip you to make informed choices that work best for you, your family, and your birth. Support partners will gain hands-on experience with comfort techniques and learn practical skills to help the birthing person feel supported and confident throughout labor.


With over 10 years of experience in the birth space, Sam is passionate about supporting families through one of life’s most transformative milestones—welcoming a new life into the world. Whether you plan to give birth in a hospital, birth center, or at home, this comprehensive workshop has you covered!

What We'll Cover

Come ready to learn, connect, and prepare for your birth-day!


This workshop offers the perfect opportunity to connect with other expecting parents in your community while gaining the knowledge and tools to feel confident and empowered for labor and birth.


  • Prenatal Prep for Labor
  • The Physiology of Labor
  • Signs of Early Labor
  • The Different Phases & Stages of Labor
  • Hands On Comfort Measures and Coping Techniques
  • Labor and Pushing Positions
  • Common Medicines & Alternatives
  • Common Interventions
  • Building your Birth plan
  • Building your team
  • Intro into Newborn Care

About Sam

A nature lover, wife + momma to two beautiful girls, birth doula, prenatal + postnatal yoga teacher, an adventure seeker, music lover, and latte drinker. I am also a Lamaze-trained Childbirth Educator, DONA-trained Birth Doula, Certified RPYT Pre and Postnatal Yoga Teacher, and founder of Mindful Mama South Bay.


I love supporting women and families through the journey of pregnancy, birth and those early moments of parenting. I have been teaching yoga throughout Los Angeles over the last decade and have been dedicated to prenatal + postnatal teaching, creating and leading a variety of classes and workshops. I have had the privilege of working with and supporting many amazing women and families during this time. 


My teaching style is creative, fun and supportive. Thought-provoking and educational. I also love a rhythmic and soulful class with some good tunes + always a little laughter sprinkled in. My hope is for every one of my students to leave class feeling uplifted + empowered carrying that off of the mat and straight into their day, whether they are newly embarking on their journey into pregnancy, on their way to birth their baby, or deep in the early days of motherhood.  


As a DONA trained birth doula, I walk alongside you and your partner + support you as you make this profound transition. I meet you where you are, bringing knowledge, compassion, love, and skill that genuinely supports your overall birth experience. 


I’m so happy you are here!