Why hire a doula?

Inviting a doula or support person into your birth space is a concept practiced around the world; a trusted person who is there to hold you, see you, and encourage you through this sacred transition. As a doula, I often visit you in your own home throughout your pregnancy, to get to know you and your partner on a personal level. During these visits, I will offer a safe space to discuss your hopes and concerns surrounding pregnancy and childbirth and provide evidence-based information as well as practical support for you during this time. My hope is always that by the time you are giving birth, we have established a trusting relationship and really get to function as a team throughout your birthing journey. I am there to encourage you, listen to you, care for you, and help empower you to make the right decisions for you and your family during this time.

During labor, I provide continuous labor support, often meeting you at your home in the early stages of labor and transitioning to your birth location with you, whether that be the hospital, birthing center, or remaining in your home. I am there by your side throughout labor, offering encouragement, providing non-medicated pain management techniques, and helping to explain questions or directions coming from the medical staff. I am not a medical provider and do not perform any medical tasks, but instead add an additional layer of care by focusing solely on your physical comfort and emotional well-being. My goal is that you feel safe, loved, and empowered wherever and however you birth your baby.

I am passionate about setting you up for a restful and nourishing postpartum period as well. We will spend time discussing the importance of the first six weeks after birth and how to best nourish your body and baby through nutrition, rest, and herbs. I can help you stock your pantry, pick out meals that you might want to ask your community to cook for you, as well as other tips to promote healing and restoration while you bond with your baby. If you are interested in postpartum doula support we can discuss my offerings for this as well.