Vermont Tour Fall 2026
You're invited to Vermont Birth Network’s Statewide Networking Tour this fall! These regional gatherings bring together perinatal professionals to connect, share resources, and strengthen Vermont’s network of support for families.
Each event is locally co-hosted and uniquely shaped by its community, offering space to connect, collaborate, and strengthen the statewide network of those who support Vermont families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
Brattleboro: Soups & Support for the Perinatal Professionals
Join Vermont Birth Network and Kayla Brookins for a cozy soup potluck as we get to know each other, local supports and resources in an ever changing landscape.
Free for VBN members, suggested $10 donation for non-members. Door prizes including 50% off a year VBN membership!
Please RSVP.
Middlebury: VBN Community Meet & Greet
Meet and build your network of support in person. Whether you’re a parent looking for a doula/lactation consultant/mental health provider, etc, or a perinatal professional yourself, this is your chance to talk with local perinatal professionals, and those who offer virtual support to folks in the Addison County area, at this in-person event.
This event is co-hosted by VBN and Kelly Bessette with special thanks to Nest & Gather for sharing space with us.
Free for VBN members and community members, suggested $10 donation for professional non-members. Door prizes including 50% off a year VBN membership!
Please RSVP.
Montpelier: Tending Ourselves: For Perinatal Professionals
Say yes to time focused on replenishing you and create a deep well of support.
Amy LePage will lead a discussion on doing this work sustainably without burning out and will incorporate somatic movement practices and time for restorative rest.
Co-hosted by Vermont Birth Network and Emerge with Amy LePage. We look forward to connecting with you!
Free for VBN members, suggested $10 donation for non-members. Snacks and beverages provided. Door prizes including 50% off a year VBN membership!
Please RSVP.
NEK: Growing Your Referral Network
Meet and build your network of support in person. Join local perinatal professionals working in various roles and organizations to build your referral network and get to know the resources in the area.
Pizza lunch will be served.
This event is co-hosted by VBN and Heather LeFoll with special thanks to NEKCA for sharing space with us.
Free for VBN members and community members, suggested $10 donation for professional non-members. Door prizes including 50% off a year VBN membership!
Please RSVP.
White River Junction: Connecting Community Initiatives and Postpartum Support Networks
Come together to continue last year’s conversation about how we can better support postpartum families in the Upper Valley. We’ll share emerging work on perinatal mental health, cesarean recovery, and discuss connections to care after birth at local hospitals, then draw on everyone’s experiences to identify shared priorities and next steps. Whether you joined us last year or are new to the conversation, you’re welcome!
Co-hosted by Vermont Birth Network, Erin McCabe and Laura Pascoe.
Free for VBN members, suggested $10 donation for non-members. Snacks and beverages provided. Door prizes including 50% off a year VBN membership!
Please RSVP.
Burlington Area: Richmond: Cookies & Connection
Join us for cookies and connection to build our referral network and strengthen our local support system. Optional to bring some cookies for a low-key cookie swap style event.
This is an adult focused event, please no children. Infants in arms ok.
Free for VBN members, suggested $10 donation for non-members. Door prizes including 50% off a year VBN membership!
Please RSVP.
Manchester Center: Perinatal Community Potluck & Resource Share
Come one, come all to this gathering of perinatal professionals. We’ll connect and deepen our connections over lunch to build our referral network and talk about supporting ourselves, each other and the clients we serve.
Co-hosted by Vermont Birth Network and Madeline Mindich of Little Seeds Wellness at Red Clover Community Wellness in Manchester Center, VT.
Free for VBN members, suggested $10 donation for non-members. Bring something to share if able. Door prizes including 50% off a year VBN membership!
Please RSVP.
Rutland: Birth Workers in Action: Build Your Referral Network
Join us for a family friendly event as we gather and connect over pizza. Kids have access to the play spaces at Wonderfeet Kids Museum with free childcare provided. While the kids play, adults can meet with other professionals who work in the pregnancy, birth and postpartum space to brainstorm and dream about how to improve resources, connection, and support for maternal and family services in Rutland. Co-hosted by Vermont Birth Network and Lisa Velasquez Kerns of Promise Lactation and Lactation Resources of Vermont.
Free for VBN members, suggested $10 donation for non-members. Pizza and beverages provided. Door prizes including 50% off a year VBN membership!
Please RSVP.
St. Albans: Coffee and Connection in Our Perinatal Community
Join Vermont Birth Network and Missi Greiner for coffee, pastries and connection to build our referral network in Franklin County. Open to any perinatal professionals who serve the local community. This is an adult focused event, infants and children at your discretion. Located at Missi’s office in St Albans City, VT.
Free for VBN members, suggested $10 donation for non-members. Pastries from Red House Sweets and beverages provided. Door prizes including 50% off a year VBN membership!
Please RSVP.
Burlington: Car Seats & Cookies
Calling all perinatal professionals to sharpen your skills and knowledge when it comes to car seat safety AND enjoy a fun cookie swap. Vermont Doula Company will provide car seat safety demos and hands on experience for you to practice. Please bring at least 2 dozen cookies (homemade or store bought, no judgement!) to share over networking and connecting. Additional snacks and refreshments provided. This event is co-hosted by Vermont Doula Company (VDC) and Vermont Birth Network at VDC’s office.
Free for VBN members, suggested $10 donation for non-members. Snacks and beverages provided. Door prizes including 50% off a year VBN membership!
Please RSVP.
About Vermont Birth Network
Vermont Birth Network is a statewide directory and community hub connecting families and professionals across the perinatal spectrum — from fertility through postpartum. Our mission is to make it easier for Vermonters to find trusted, compassionate support while helping perinatal professionals build visibility, collaboration, and connection within their communities.