Trainings/Certifications: CAPPA trained postpartum doula. Personal postpartum & breastfeeding experience. Previous experience with families prenatal and postpartum, currently working on my certification with CAPPA
Bio: I am married and have 2 grown girls. During my daughter's first birthing experience I was very blessed to have been able to be with her for 9 weeks before and after my grandson's birth. With her husband deployed to Iraq, she would have been all alone during that time. I was able to teach her baby care, breastfeeding and all the other first-time experiences that new parents go through. It was so rewarding to have been there. Several months after that experience, someone mentioned they had hired a postpartum doula and how wonderful an experience it had been for her family. VOILA! Having never heard of a doula, I immediately started my research and found my passion. What a joy to be able to provide the information and support necessary for a new mother to be able to provide quality care to their newborn!
Philosophy: All parents deserve to be provided with the knowledge and support on how to provide quality care to their newborn. A non-judgmental supportive doula who understands the trials and challenges you are facing can assist in making the transition to parenthood easy and stress free. As a Teacher, Mentor, Cheerleader and Supporter I will fulfill many roles as needed. Coordinating the efforts and support of friends and family, as well as handling errands and preparing meals, I will afford you the opportunity to rest, heal, and learn in a low-stress environment. The confidence that you will gain from your doula's experience in baby care, breastfeeding and integrating the newborn into your existing household will be priceless to each member of your family.
How many families do you serve each year? Depends on my availability
How long do you work with postpartum families? I require one free consultation visit. Depending on your needs, a contract usually runs 2 - 3 times weekly (Minimum of 4 hours per day) for 2 - 6 weeks Overnight care is also available.
What areas do you serve? Charlotte, Matthews, Monroe, Albemarle, Kannapolis, Salisbury, Asheboro, Troy, Lexington, and Burlington