FUll Spectrum doula support

Listen. Birth is raw. It is empowering, emotional, sacred, primal, beautiful, thrilling, terrifying… it’s utterly incredible and wild. I am here to hold space and help you navigate the vast range of emotions that come along with pregnancy, labor and beyond. I would love to be part of the community you are building to surround your growing family and help lessen the overwhelm. There are few moments in your life that are as transformative as birth. You have every right to feel completely supported, informed and respected through every step of the journey. Whether you are dreaming of an unmedicated physiological birth, navigating a complex hospital induction, or lovingly mapping out an elected cesarean, having continuous support changes everything.

PssT… Having a doula
has Been SHOWN tO:

• Decrease cesarean rates by 39%
• Decrease the length of labor
• Decrease the need for pitocin by 30-40%
• Decrease the likelihood of pain management

• Increase likelihood of spontaneous labor by 15%
• Increase overall satisfaction and feeling of control
• Increase partner confidence and support

I will:

• Help you feel as calm, strong, comforted and honored as possible during birth.
• Get to know you and your birth companion(s) prenatally to understand your need and wishes.
• Offer comfort measures, coping techniques, and constant presence to help you create a satisfying birth experience.
• Adjust my role according to your needs.

I do not:

• Replace your birth partner.
• Perform clinical tasks.
• Make decisions for you, but will help you get the information necessary to make an informed decision. I will also remind you if there is a departure from your birth plan.
• Speak to the staff on your behalf.