Mindful & Respectful Parenting Support in Portland

Twig and Branch Parenting supports Portland families with mindful and respectful approaches to raising infants and toddlers.

  • Portland infant toddler playgroup with mindful and respectful parenting support and community.

    Play Groups

    A space where we trust children, support parents, and grow community together.

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  • Mindful parent coaching for aligned support in Portland, Oregon.

    Parent Coaching

    Personalized support and problem solving via video session, email, or text.

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    Circle of Security Parenting

    A small, supportive parenting education and support group for parents and caregivers of infants and toddlers.

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Fall Enrollment Opens Soon

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Fall Enrollment Opens Soon *

Most playgroup spots fill through the early enrollment list.

Join below and you’ll receive:

  • early access to registration

  • reminders before enrollment opens

  • optional parenting resources

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  • "Being a part of Twig and Branch groups over the first year of my daughters life has been invaluable. Spending time with other new parents, observing my child growing in a small community of peers has been a bright spot in my week."

    Laura, playgroup parent

  • "The weekly playgroup was - without a doubt - the highlight of my maternity leave!"

    Cassie, playgroup parent

  • "It's rare for an activity to be as enriching for the baby as it is for her parents and this definitely delivers on both. I am so grateful to Emma for fostering this thoughtful, kind and empathetic environment.

    Marina, playgroup parent

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Hi, I’m Emma.

I’m Emma Koehler, a parent educator and coach with over a decade of working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and their families. I’m dedicated to respectful and mindful parenting practices, and passionate about helping parents and caregivers grow their understanding and connection with kids through knowledge of child development.

I am deeply inspired by Magda Gerber and Emmi Pikler, and have completed training in RIE ®️ Foundations: Theory and Observation. I also love working with families to prepare for their parenthood journey. I am a facilitator and educator consultant with Stumptown Storks, and I am a Circle of Security Parenting Facilitator and a Gottman Institute certified Bringing Baby Home Educator.

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