what is your doula philosophy?

I believe that every woman deserves to have someone walk closely alongside them and help them feel confident, supported and prepared throughout their pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey. I firmly believe that preparing for birth and postpartum through education can help lessen fear, anxiety and trauma that can occur during this important and vulnerable time in a woman’s life. I strive to love and care for my clients well and encourage them to learn and research how their bodies were beautifully designed to birth and care for their babies. I want my clients to feel like they have a friend, cheerleader, and advocate through my support as their doula.

why did you become a doula?

I have always been fascinated by pregnancy and birth and I have a deep passion for caring for others. Over the past few years, I have become aware of the lack of support that many women face in pregnancy, birth and postpartum as well as the need for more education and empowerment surrounding birth. My desire is to help women feel educated, equipped, confident and cared for throughout their pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey!

favorite types of clients to support?

I love birth of all kinds, especially physiological, undisturbed births. However, I have a special place in my heart for mamas facing more medicalized births due to health challenges. With a long family history of preeclampsia and as a preeclampsia survivor myself, I know that pregnancy and birth doesn’t always go how we want it to and that can be tough. But I want to help women find the beauty in those experiences as well.