My Story
Providing Doula Services, Lactation Education, Childbirth Education, New Parent Education, Placenta Encapsulation, Belly Casting, Prenatal Yoga, Postnatal Yoga, Traditional Yoga, and Yoga Sculpt services to San Luis Obispo County. CLD, E-RYT 200, YACEP
DOULA (dōō'lə) n. A doula also known as a birth companion is an experienced, non-medical assistant who provides physical, emotional and informed choice support in prenatal care, during childbirth and during the postpartum period.
Free Consultation
I will meet you in your home or favorite local coffee shop; wherever is the most convenient and comfortable location for you. During this time we will get to know each other and see if I am a good match for you as your doula. Feel free to also ask any questions you have about doulas and what I can/will do specifically for you. We can discuss your birth plan, and fears or concerns, I will, support, and brainstorm with you, and I will provide you with the most up to date knowledge that I can.
As your Doula, I will:
Provide personal, attentive care and up to date information during your prenatal, labor and delivery, and postpartum periods.
Provide emotional support, reassurance and perspective to you and your partner.
Make suggestions for labor progress, help with relaxation, massage, positioning, visualization, and pain-coping techniques for comfort.
Doula Package Includes:
One free, no obligation 1 hour consultation.
At least two 1-2 hour prenatal visits so we can get to know each other so I fully understand your wants and needs for your desired birth experience.
Be available via email, phone and text throughout your entire pregnancy and postpartum
Formally on call 24 hours a day 2 weeks prior to & after your estimated due date.
Continuous labor support at your home and/or at the hospital until 1-2 hours after delivery.
Photography upon request.
One 1-2 hour postpartum visit to provide lactation assistance and answer any new Mommy or baby questions.
Access to my personal library.
Doula Philosophy
I support women and their families in the choices they make, while providing informational support, and working to maintain the sanctity of the birth space as originally intended. As your Doula, I am working for you, not your caregiver or hospital. I am independent and self-employed. I do not have a preconceived idea of how we think your birth should be - my role and role is to support you in achieving the birth experience YOU desire.
The Benefits of Having a Doula
Women everywhere are turning to Doulas to aide them in preparing for the birth of their baby, assist them during labor and delivery and also help them during the postpartum period. Here is why this trend is growing...
50% reduction in cesarean rate
25% shorter labor
60% reduction in epidural requests
40% reduction in artificial oxytocin use
30% reduction in analgesia use
40% reduction in forceps delivery
