The Greek word doula means caregiver. A full-spectrum doula is a community care worker who offers support to people during the full spectrum of childbearing ~ from preconception, to birth, to abortion, to miscarriage & loss, to adoption, to postpartum.
Full-spectrum birth work entails learning and unlearning, as I endeavour to operate from an anti-oppressive foundation. Furthermore, I work to understand systemic barriers my clients may face in light of their identity, background, preferences, lived experiences, and so on.
I strive to nurture and support, educate and advocate, always communicating with clarity and sincerity, as I humble myself in the goal of upholding and honoring the parents wishes and hopes for their ideal birth.
Mothering the Mother
Conception, Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond...
A doula provides REASSURANCE...
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R - recognize birth as a life changing event
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E - emotional support
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A - assist parents with preparing and carrying out birth wishes
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S - stays by laboring persons side
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S - supports before, during, and after birth
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U - understands birth and appropriate comfort measures
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R - refers to local resources when needed
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A - acceptance of parents desires
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N - nurtures and protects the family's memory of birth
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C - calming presence
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E - educational and unbiased informational support
Definitely not just another day in the life...the arrival of a baby and the growth of their family is a life altering experience. Having a baby truly changes everything. Equip yourself and your family with understanding to empower your best possible birth experience. Knowledge is powerful.
Wherever you plan to bring your baby into the world, having a doula by your side can result in...
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more confidence
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greater likelihood of vaginal delivery
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increased satisfaction with birth outcome
- better bonding with baby
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more connected to partner
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decreased length of labor
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lowered cesarean risk
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less birth trauma
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decreased use of unnecessary interventions
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lowered risk of maternal morbidity or admittance to NICU
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less occurrence of postpartum depression and other perinatal mood disorders
Promoting alignment in physiological birth. Optimizing space, balance, strength and coordination in preparation for a peaceful and pain free pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Scedule a session of postural analysis, bodywork and movement strategies to address pain and discomfort or to simply promote a more aligned, efficient system from head to toe.
Much like a athlete trains for their endeavors, pregnant people do well to pepare their body and mind for the many changes encountered during pregnancy, balancing space for a well positioned baby, readying for the event of birth, and the long happy years of life beyond.
Reach out to me for information or to schedule a free consultation.
*prices vary, depending on scope of services desired
*add massage and bodywork to your perinatal doula care for a discounted rate
(503)764-8376
Wishing you well on your journey!