My role as a birth doula is to walk alongside you through pregnancy, birth and postpartum.
My goal is to bring empathy, warmth, and heart-centered grounded support to the women I serve.
I can offer encouragement, comforting techniques, positioning and a cool glass of water in the right moments.
I am here for you.
I am here to help you feel informed and to help you explore your options while supporting your choices.
I am here to hold space for you emotionally, physically, and spiritually as you walk your birthing path.
I will wrap you in a blanket of love and kindness during these times of immense growth and change.
Together we can create a plan that will help you feel excited and support confidence.
I will advocate for you and create a space of calm clarity so that you can feel empowered in these moments that matter the most
What are the benefits of having a doula?
**Physical Support**
Doulas provide comfort and labor progression through hands-on techniques like soothing touch, counter pressure, and breathing methods, often to as "doula magic." Their skilled hands and positioning strategies can assist a baby in navigating the pelvis and reaching the birthing parent's arms.
**Emotional Support**
Doulas offer essential emotional support to families, enhancing the birth and fostering an environment conducive to a holistic and calm labor experience. Regardless of whether the birth is unmedicated or involves complex medical interventions, everyone can benefit from the nurturing connection during this remarkable time.
**Partner Support**
The experience of the birth partner—be it a partner, friend, or family member—plays crucial role in the birthing process. Our doulas are dedicated to supporting each partner, allowing them to engage as much as they wish, with physical and emotional assistance making a significant impact on everyone.
**Evidence-Based Information and Advocacy**
Doulas are equipped to help families access evidence-based resources, empowering them ask informed questions and make educated choices about their births. They facilitate communication between clients and hospital staff, helping families find their voices and advocate for optimal care.
Research indicates that:
-There is a 15% higher chance of having a natural vaginal birth.
- The risk of undergoing a Cesarean section is reduced by 39%.
Additionally, the study revealed that women who received, one-on-one support during labor experienced:
- A 10% reduction in the use of pain medications.
- average decrease of 41 minutes in labor duration
- A 31% lower risk of feeling dissatisfied or negative emotions about their birth experience.
- A 38% lower risk of their baby receiving a low Apgar score.
