Julie Olson

Julie Olson

Founder

  • Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator (LCCE)
  • Fellow of the Academy of Certified Childbirth Educators (FACCE)
  • Author

Julie Olson is the driving force behind Plumtree Baby, a resource for childbirth education. A Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator and Fellow of the Academy of Certified Childbirth Educators, she brings a Master’s-level science background and over 25 years of experience in education, research and writing to her work. Passionate about empowering families, Julie strives to support healthy pregnancies and gentle, fulfilling birth experiences.

In 2011, she founded Plumtree Baby with talented team, recognizing the need for innovative, comprehensive and adaptable teaching tools for birth and medical professionals. More than a decade later, she continues to expand Plumtree Baby’s reach with purpose.

Rating Labor: Pain vs Coping Scales

Rating Labor: Pain vs Coping Scales

Julie Olson

Julie Olson July 27th, 2023 6 minute read

birth professionals | comfort measures | labor & birth | evidence-based care

Amazon Finds Part 3: Essentials for Childbirth Educators

Amazon Finds Part 3: Essentials for Childbirth Educators

Julie Olson

Julie Olson June 28th, 2023 3 minute read

new educator | teaching materials

Teaching Resilience: How Childbirth Educators Can Help Parents Embrace Challenges

Teaching Resilience: How Childbirth Educators Can Help Parents Embrace Challenges

Julie Olson

Julie Olson June 23rd, 2023 5 minute read

birth professionals | teaching tips

Amazon Finds for Childbirth and Postpartum Educators Part 2: Student Engagement Edition

Amazon Finds for Childbirth and Postpartum Educators Part 2: Student Engagement Edition

Julie Olson

Julie Olson March 28th, 2023 4 minute read

new educator | teaching materials

Finding Balance for the Best Student Outcomes

Finding Balance for the Best Student Outcomes

Julie Olson

Julie Olson March 17th, 2023 6 minute read

A Seasoned Educator Shares Her #1 Tip

A Seasoned Educator Shares Her #1 Tip

Julie Olson

Julie Olson March 17th, 2023 4 minute read

birth professionals | teaching tips | labor & birth

Incorporating pregnancy fitness into your classes

Incorporating pregnancy fitness into your classes

Julie Olson

Julie Olson March 6th, 2023 5 minute read

birth professionals | teaching materials

How to make a good first impression with your class

How to make a good first impression with your class

Julie Olson

Julie Olson January 31st, 2023 4 minute read

birth professionals | teaching tips

Top Amazon Finds for Childbirth and Postpartum Educators

Top Amazon Finds for Childbirth and Postpartum Educators

Julie Olson

Julie Olson January 19th, 2023 5 minute read

new educator | teaching materials

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