Childbirth Educator, Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula

I have been involved with pregnancy and birth for over 10 years and have had the privilege of serving hundreds of families during this incredible time of life. It is my experience that every family has unique needs for education, advocacy and support; it is my intention to help families identify these needs and offer them care and information tailored to suit their individual situations.

The Childbirth Preparation Classes that I offer are centered on the philosophy of “Freedom of Choice based on Knowledge of Alternatives.” Classes are comprehensive in nature and include information on natural birthing techniques, movement, optimal fetal positioning, breathing, the wise use of epidurals, medications in labor, consumerism and informed consent, and much more. Please contact me for more information regarding my group classes held in Evergreen or private classes held in your home.

As a Birth Doula, I am accepting clients who are planning a scheduled cesarean. I will meet you in the prenatal period to help you prepare for your birth, assist you in preparing your home for baby’s arrival, and I will be with you at the hospital during admission, birth, and for several hours postpartum. I will also visit you in your home in the postpartum period to review your birth and be sure you have all you need to make a smooth transition to life with your new baby, or babies. Support during a scheduled cesarean is vital to the whole family. I offer comfort to mom before the birth through massage and relaxation techniques, information to dad or partner about the birth, and my presence allows dad or partner to be present during the birth and leave with the baby while I remain with mom in the operating room during the remainder of the cesarean procedure. I am a source of comfort, information, advocacy and support for everyone. I take photos, get food, make phone calls - whatever the family needs to have a calm and supported birth experience.

As a Postpartum Doula, I am accepting clients for overnight or weekend care. I have many years of experience working with families of all backgrounds and parenting choices. I have experience with twins, adopted babies and families who are choosing to cloth diaper, co-sleep, and practice attachment parenting. I support families in their individual choices and offer guidance, reassurance, and practical assistance including meal preparation, baby laundry, grocery shopping and light housekeeping. I assist with breast or bottle feeding, and help to avoid breastfeeding issues before they arise.