Congratulations on your approaching birth!
Thank you for taking the time to learn about doulas in general and me in particular. A doula can be very helpful in many ways, including, but not limited to, encouragement, birth plan preparation, pain coping and relaxation techniques, continuous support for you and your partner, reassurance, and information gathering and keeping. Labor and birth is one of the most important events in a woman’s life. It can be the most powerful yet surrendered event of your life.
The doula you invite to your birth should be someone whose experience, training and personality is a good fit for you. Trust your instincts and choose a doula carefully. If we are a good match, I would be delighted to share in your birth experience.
I attended the Birth Doula Training Course at Bates Technical College in Tacoma, WA and have completed all the necessary requirements for certification through DONA, Tacoma Labor Companions, and Pacific Association of Labor Support.
I have attended a fairly wide variety of births and helped all different kinds of moms. I, myself, am the mother of 2 very busy children, Emma age 12 and Gabriel age 10. I am a stay at home mom, so I have a very flexible schedule. I had a doula in attendance for both my births and am very satisfied with my birth experiences. I will never, however, bring my birth experience, and/or preferences to your birth. My job is to support you in whatever choices are appropriate for you.
Please go here to view my contract and to read some information about birth and/or breast-feeding that you may find helpful. Feel free to contact me at any time to set up a meeting or ask any questions. I pray for a wonderful birth experience for you and look forward to hearing from you soon.
