Mindful Birthing and Parenting, based in Oakland, CA, is an internationally renowned brand that offers the Mindfulness-Based Childbirth and Parenting (MBCP) program. Founded by Nancy Bardacke, CNM, along with our experienced faculty and the Mindful Birthing and Parenting Foundation, our programs integrate mindfulness skills and practice with childbirth and parenting education. The MBCP program, established in 1998, is one of the first adaptations of the world-renowned Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program (MBSR) founded by Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD.

Thousands of expectant parents have utilized MBCP to navigate the transformative journey of pregnancy and childbirth, as well as the joyous and sometimes challenging aspects of parenting. Nancy Bardacke, the program's founding director, is a highly skilled midwife, mindfulness teacher, and author. With over 1500 expectant parents taught and numerous MBCP teachers trained worldwide, Nancy's expertise is recognized globally.

She has also collaborated with researchers to study the impact of mindfulness skills on stress reduction, pain management during childbirth, and enhanced parent-infant connection. Visit our website to explore resources, books, and meditations. Join us in embracing mindfulness for a mindful birthing and parenting experience