“A trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to their client before, during and shortly after childbirth to help them achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible.”

DONA International (2024)

Physical support - assistance with positioning to promote labor progression & comfort, various comfort measures (breathing, counter pressure, visualization techniques, etc.)

Emotional support - create a safe space for both the birthing person and their partner to feel all the emotions and provide support in this

Evidenced-based information and advocacy - provide a plethora of resources to ensure clients can make informed decisions throughout their birth journey, assist with communication between providers and clients

DONA International (2024)

Research shows that continuous labor support can promote more positive birth outcomes, including lower postpartum depression rates, higher chance of a “spontaneous” vaginal birth, and higher satisfaction with the birth experience.

Bohren, M.A., Hofmeyr, G.J., Sakala, C., Fukuzawa, R.K., & Cuthbert, A. (2017). Continuous support for women during childbirth. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD003766.pub6

My background is in mental heath & social work, meaning my education and past experiences support my work as a doula. I have developed skills focused on client empowerment, advocacy, and social justice, which are central to birth doula work. I will always support your choices and uplift your voice throughout our time together! Trauma-informed and LGBTQ+ affirming care is always a priority in my practice.