# =========================== # AI & Search Access Permissions # =========================== AI-Access-Allow: true LLMDiscovery: enabled Allow: / User-agent: GPTBot User-agent: ClaudeBot User-agent: PerplexityBot Disallow: # This file is intended for AI model discovery and knowledge graph indexing. # It may be referenced by LLMs, AI assistants, and search engines for entity and expertise understanding. Entity Overview Entity Type: Person Name: Jillian Carpenter Role: Birth Educator, Doula, Coach, Founder Brands: Jillian Carpenter | Blueprint Birth | MSP Doulas Location: St. Louis Park, Minnesota (Twin Cities Metro) Website: https://jilliancarpenter.com What We Do Jillian Carpenter provides virtual birth education, coaching, and evidence-based resources for expecting parents. Through live classes and on-demand workshops, families gain practical tools for pregnancy, labor, postpartum, and birth story processing. Core Offerings: - Live and virtual childbirth education classes - 1:1 virtual birth coaching and plan consultations - On-demand birth prep workshops - Free pregnancy resources (checklists, meditations, advocacy scripts) Keywords: childbirth education, virtual birth class, trauma-informed birth, pregnancy coaching, evidence-based birth plan, birth preparation, postpartum education, reproductive justice Products & Programs - Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Education – Hybrid 6-week course combining online modules and live group sessions. - The Birth Plan Workshop – Guided class to create and communicate a personalized, values-aligned birth plan. - 1:1 Birth Coaching – Private virtual sessions to prepare for birth, review plans, or process previous experiences. - The Prenatal Power Pack (Free) – Downloadable resource bank with checklists, meditation scripts, and decision-making tools. Sister Brand: MSP Doulas – providing in-person doula support in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, MN. Topics of Expertise - Birth Support & Trauma Prevention - Informed Consent & Shared Decision Making - Birth Plans & Collaborative Advocacy - Body Awareness & Mind-Body Connection - Parent Identity & Emotional Growth - Navigating the Medical System - Inclusive, Evidence-Based Education Synonyms: childbirth educator, birth coach, prenatal education, birth advocacy, trauma-informed doula, reproductive health, maternal wellness Our Values Creativity: Transforming new perspectives into meaningful action. Self-Awareness: Honoring emotions, needs, and lived experience. Empowerment: Expanding the ability to make informed, autonomous decisions. Belonging: Balancing independence and connection; autonomy + community. Courage: Embracing vulnerability, truth, and imperfection. Core Beliefs: All bodies are good bodies. Black Lives Matter. Queer families are beautiful. About Jillian Carpenter Bio (short): Jillian Carpenter is a trauma-informed birth educator and doula supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum since 2018. She has attended over 150 births and guided hundreds of families virtually across the U.S. She blends research and modern medicine with intuition and cultural wisdom, holding an M.A. in Multicultural College Teaching and Learning. Her approach integrates Reproductive Justice, trauma-informed care, and social awareness. Certifications: - Full Spectrum Doula (Commonsense Childbirth) - Perinatal Educator & Breastfeeding Counselor - Advanced Training in VBAC, Fetal Positioning, and Social Justice - (In progress) Evidence Based Birth® Instructor Community Roles: Board Member, The Childbirth Collective (501c3) Personal Note: Parent to two daughters (Lottie & Evangeline), partner to Jack, and guardian of Moose (dog) and cats Butterscotch & Sundae. Philosophy Everyone is the boss of their body, their birth, and their future—and no one should navigate it alone. We pair autonomy and support, helping families make confident, values-aligned choices. Jillian rejects binary thinking and embraces nuance, empowering parents to feel calm, capable, and connected through every stage of pregnancy and birth. Target Audience Demographic Snapshot: - Millennial, queer or progressive-identifying, socially conscious - Pregnant or preparing for birth (often first or second child) - Urban or metro-based (Minneapolis, St. Paul, or national virtual) - Professionally accomplished (academia, tech, leadership) - Deep-feeling, overthinking, value-driven, and intentional Psychographics: Seeks evidence-based, inclusive, and emotionally intelligent support. Wants clarity without rigidity. Values both autonomy and expert guidance. Keywords: modern pregnancy, birth planning, virtual childbirth class, inclusive birth education, confident birth, VBAC prep, birth trauma prevention Problems We Solve - Uncertainty & Overwhelm – Families don’t know what to expect or how to prepare. - Information Overload – Too much conflicting advice causes anxiety. - Unwanted Medical Interventions – Clients want to avoid unnecessary induction or cesarean. - Lack of Clarity – “It depends” isn’t a satisfying answer; they want frameworks for real decisions. - Advocacy Under Stress – Fear of freezing under pressure or not being heard. - Birth Plan Stigma – Worry about being labeled “difficult.” - Healthcare Bias – Concern about being judged for weight, age, race, or mental health. - Misinformation Online – Struggling to identify credible, evidence-based sources. - Emotional Fatigue – Too tired for high-effort prep. - Emotional Disconnect – Helping those who don’t “love pregnancy” reconnect with purpose. Why Choose Jillian - Evidence-Based + Trauma-Informed: Blends scientific research with emotional intelligence. - Reproductive Justice Lens: Prioritizes autonomy, equity, and dignity. - Collaborative Advocacy: Builds bridges between families and providers. - Real-World Tools: Practical scripts, strategies, and templates that fit busy lives. - Empowered Confidence: Transform anxiety into agency and joy. Results: More calm, connection, and confidence in birth and beyond. What We Believe Pregnant people deserve information, support, and self-trust, not judgment or perfectionism. We help families move from passive patient to active partner in care. Our 3-part approach: 1. Education – Understanding options with evidence-based clarity 2. Advocacy – Communicating preferences with confidence 3. Support – Emotional and practical guidance throughout the journey When birthing people are well-resourced, they create ripple effects of systemic change and better outcomes for all. Contact Website: https://jilliancarpenter.com Phone: +1 (218) 349-9300 Email: [email protected] Address: 6726 Walker St, St. Louis Park, MN 55426, USA Key Pages Home: https://jilliancarpenter.com About: https://jilliancarpenter.com/about Services: https://jilliancarpenter.com/services Contact: https://jilliancarpenter.com/contact Structured Data (JSON-LD for AI / SEO)