SHAUNTEA offers various services promoting holistic health and wellness, some of which includes Birth & Postpartum Doula Services, Childbirth, Postpartum & Breastfeeding Education, Private and Group Somatic Movement sessions & Consultations. Through my degree I studied Bartenieff Fundamentals, Somatics, Feldenkrais Method, Kinesiology, Anatomy and Childhood Development. My college education provided me with a unique knowledge of the body alongside important breathing and relaxation techniques. I studied in depth the important stages of childhood development, education and health. After college I taught in various public and private schools as well as non- profit organizations, working with children of all ages. I have been a certified Yoga Alliance yoga instructor since 2012 with a heavy focus on Meditation, Ayurveda Traditions, Anatomy, Alignment and Yoga Nidra. I currently teach group and private sessions to aid clients in stress management, relaxation and overall physical wellbeing. where I help educate clients through many facets of health and wellness. As a Doula I draw on my years of professional training, knowledge and experience to provide each client with emotional support, physical comfort and an evidence-based education throughout their pregnancy, labor and the postpartum period. I have and will continue to assist births in various settings, some of which include: home births, birth centers and hospitals. I lovingly support any and all versions of a family unit including surrogacy, adoption and the LGBT community. My goal as a Birth Doula is to help clients explore all the possibilities of a satisfying pregnancy and birthing experience. I present accurate information to ensure that you have the knowledge to make educated decisions as they arise through pregnancy and labor. I provide reassurance and a fresh perspective to you and your family in order to allow ALL members to feel supported and at ease. I make suggestions for labor progress, and assist in relaxation through soothing touch, positioning and other techniques of comfort. As a Postpartum Doula I strive to assist clients in growing their confidence as a new parent. I value being a support for families by providing as many useful tools and resources as possible. In postpartum care I help establish healthy, nourishing routines for families. As you embrace a new family member, I give continuous emotional support for the changes new parents and family members need (including pets). I provide relief of daily tasks to ensure this transitional time is spent acquainting yourself with your new child and the adjustments that come along with it. I am currently a certified Birth and Postpartum Doula through the worldwide organization, DONA International.
