Birth Doula

Birth is a transformation like no other.

We go to the depths of ourselves and come back as mothers.

We are changed forever.

Every birthing person deserves strong emotional support during this profound and transformative experience.

Birth Doula Services

Mindset & Emotional Support

Sometimes we just don’t know what we will want or need during birth. Or we think we do… and then… it unfolds so differently than we imagined. It is our birthright as women to feel safe and supported in the birthing portal. Helping women access the depth and power of their strength and softness as they become a mother is essential. No matter how a birth unfolds, a woman remembers this day her whole life. She remembers how she felt, and how she was treated.
I aim to be a calm grounding available presence reminding you…
“You are incredible, momma. Keep going… “

Trust in your body and your journey

I believe in your body to lead the way. I trust you to move through your birth process in the way that it is meant to. It wont look like mine, or anyone else’s. It is intimate to your preferences, and the lessons you will learn through the birth process are yours alone.

Partner Support

It’s a gift when our partners want to show up fully with us for the birthing experience… and sometimes it can be a lengthy process. It can be a great relief for partners to have someone holding space with them: giving them helpful things to do that they might not have thought of on their own, and trading off to take a break and come back refreshed. Collaborating with the partners is a big part of what I do. And when a partner might feel hesitant to participate in the birth there are ways to help them stay connected and also honor their concerns. Partners are also becoming parents for the first time and can greatly benefit by having some space for their own experience as well.

Physical Support

My experience as a massage therapist and yoga teacher has given me a deep reverence and understanding of the human body. I bring my hands to massage, and my deep listening, collaboration, and creativity to the birth dance.

Informational support

Birth is as old as humanity AND there is a lot to navigate in the modern birthing culture. I am here to offer resources, share my understanding, and ultimately help guide you to come to your own choices as you sift through all of the options available to you.

Before the birth

We will meet twice to:
Come to clarity about your birth preferences.
Labor Comfort Measures preparation.
Text/voicenote/phone

Continuous Labor Support

Depending on how things unfold we will be in touch at the beginning of your labor and I will either meet you at your home, birth center or hospital and be with you through your whole birth experience.

Postpartum

One visit at the timing of your choosing to process your birth story.
Resources & referrals
Text/voicenote/phone support

Additional Prenatal Offerings:

Preparing your partnership for parenthood

Prenatal Thai Yoga massage packages can also be customized and added.

Prenatal Yoga Classes availalbe @ Move2Joy to prepare your body for Labor.