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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.

  • Playgroups with Emma at Twig and Branch are a MUST! Joining the pre-mobile playgroup was the greatest thing I did postpartum and it has been truly such a treasure that I kept signing up for back to back groups. Emma is so knowledgeable and creates such an inviting and warm community to connect with other new parents that I didn’t experience the postpartum isolation I was expecting. It’s been amazing to connect with Emma and a group of parents of same age babies and I’ve been a happier and more confident mom for it. Love this group SO much and could not recommend joining a group more highly!

    Danae, playgroup parent

  • We loved our weekly meetups with Emma! She is warm and knowledgeable and curates a lovely and welcoming space without judgement. We will be returning as I and my baby loved coming each week! As a new mom, Emma’s groups have changed my life postpartum. It’s been an invaluable experience that no new parent should miss.

    Allison, playgroup parent

  • We just signed up for our 4th playgroup session. I tell everyone it is the best postpartum investment we have made. Emma and the community she creates have met me at every stage of motherhood so far with such warmth and understanding. Her soft guidance has been invaluable. My son LOVES our weekly playgroup. It’s heartwarming to watch sweet friendships blossom in this baby/toddler-centered space.

    Katie, playgroup parent

  • I would highly recommend the space, facilitation, and community Emma provides and creates. Her playgroup has been invaluable, and I only wish I’d have found it sooner in my postpartum journey. She is so warm, inviting, and knowledgeable.

    Maira, playgroup parent

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