advocating for you, Centering your experience, and providing you with unbiased support
As a Full Spectrum Doula*, I aim to provide you with empathetic support and connection as you navigate your pregnancy, regardless of the outcome - live birth, stillbirth, miscarriage, abortion, or adoption. Holistic care is my focus, as pregnancy, birth, and the transitions involved are not simply physical experiences, but can deeply affect you emotionally and spiritually as well. I operate with the core values of inclusivity, non-judgement, empowerment, anti-racism, advocacy, and humility.
*For more information on what “full spectrum” means, check out this blog post: http://offbeatdoula.com/fullspectrumdoulas/
WHY USE A BIRTH DOULA anyway?
The process of giving birth extends far beyond the physical. It is an emotional and transformative moment of a person’s life. The role of a birth doula is to offer support during this time, prioritizing the emotional needs of the pregnant person, and offering continuous labor support for the family.
A 2012 report published by the NIH, which analyzed over 15,000 births, found that persons with continuous labor support:
are more likely to have a spontaneous vaginal birth
are less likely to have intrapartum analgesia
are less likely to report dissatisfaction
are more likely to have a shorter labor
are less likely to have a caesarean
are less likely to have an instrumental vaginal birth
are less likely to have regional analgesia
are less likely to have a baby with a low five-minute Apgar score
Services
From birth planning to postpartum, and more.
resources
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about me
Whether you are looking for a doula (for you or someone else), to collaborate, or just to learn more about me, I am always happy to connect.