Approach

I approach birthcraft with humility, kindness, humor, a keen mind, and open heart.

As your Birth Doula, you have unlimited access to me prenatally to support you in building knowledge and confidence, and navigating the many ups and downs of pregnancy. Toward the end of your 3rd trimester we'll meet to begin preparing for labor and birth.

During the birth process, I serve as a calm, grounded, unbiased presence, both at home (it's very rare that we don't labor at home together) and at your birth location (if not a homebirth). This continuous birth support is the cornerstone of high quality doula care.

My role is multi-faceted and adapts to your needs. My approach to labor support is typically very hands-on, whether it's the double hip squeeze and labor massage or helping you find your breath and keeping your nervous regulated. I help you synthesize information and make choices that are right for you. I support your partner so that they can be present and grounded for you. I am practical, communicative, and very hands on as needed.

While birth itself is the greatest of teachers and I'm always learning from it, I am continually deepening my knowledge and skills related to birthcraft to best support my clients. I have advanced training in:

optimal fetal positioning
trauma-informed birth support
survivors giving birth
neonatal resuscitation
labor massage & mysofascial release
infant First Aid/CPR-certified
extensive VBAC experience (over 97% success rate)