What our services look like

• Community classes
• Peer support groups centered around specific topics
• One-on-one consulting and support
• Events and gatherings
• Community donation drives and giveaways

The frequency of our services range from classes occurring every week to certain events occurring quarterly. To learn more, view our schedule.

“I enjoyed going to the education birthing class because it was my first pregnancy so I was really scared of a lot of things to come when I was pregnant. When I went to the class I learned a lot of information and it eased my mind on some things when it was time to give birth to my daughter.”

— Ttáwax̲t client

Our Offerings

What follows is only a snapshot of what we provide. If you have questions or want to learn more, we’re here to connect.

Rooting

Deepen your roots through connection to the land, traditions, and ancestral wisdom. Join us across all four seasons for workshops, classes, and events that center Indigenous lifeways. You can find us at Ttáwax̲t Birth Justice Center and out in the community!

Land justice 

• Teaching garden
• Apothecary
• Medicinal bundles

Food sovereignty 

• Traditional food gathering and preservation

Language revitalization

• Ichishkíin Family Language

Cultural classes

• Baby boards
• Sewing (basics, regalia, baby moccasins, and more)

Rising

We are passionate about uplifting life givers as they rise into parenthood. We offer care coordination for prenatal and other healthcare services, as well as support for expecting families. Please reach out, and we will help you find services that allow you to thrive during your pregnancy journey.

• Care coordination
• Indigenous childbirth education
• Prenatal and women’s healthcare in partnership with local providers
• Women’s health clinics

Blooming

The arrival of your newborn signifies the start of the fourth trimester, a special time of learning new rhythms as a family. Our team will help guide you through this period of profound change and growth so your family can bloom and flourish with confidence.

• Lactation support
• Nurse Family Partnership support
• Postnatal group support for parents
• Postnatal support

Branching Out

Ttáwax̲t is a safe space for your family to branch out. We love exploring new ideas, strengthening bonds and creating connections through inclusive, collaborative, accessible events. Together we will cultivate a community of thriving, deeply rooted families.

• Group support circles
• Full Moon Gatherings
• Seasonal celebrations
• Food gathering trips
• Plant medicine classes
• Community giveaway events

Sign Up

Ttáwax̲t primarily serves Indigenous families who are expecting a child or have children from birth through age five. However, a limited number of events and classes are open to the broader community. We serve people living on and near the Yakama Nation Reservation and/or are residing in Yakima, Kittitas, Franklin, and Benton counties.

To register for:

Classes and Other Cultural Services and Events

If you are interested in participating in our classes or other cultural services, you need to fill out an intake form. In that form, there will be a section where you can note your program interest. 

All our classes and cultural services are free. And if you know someone who would benefit from our services, please share this page with them.

Medical and Health Services

Our Community Care Coordinator is available to answer questions and connect you with any services, referrals, or resources your family may need. Contact us at (509)938-0670.

If You Are a Provider and Want to Refer to Us

We welcome referrals from medical and social services providers from other organizations. To start the referral process, please fill out our intake form.

Contact Us

For general questions or more information, please contact us — we’re here to answer your questions.