A Bit About Me
I graduated in 2010 with an Associates degree in Medical Assisting from The University of Montana COT. Shortly after graduation I had my first child which planted the seed for what has become my passion.
I had my first child at a hospital and even after all the self education and birth class I still felt like the experience was missing something. I felt there had to be a better way to birth and a better way to navigate pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond.
I had heard of birth Doulas during my pregnancy but thought they were only for "hippy home birthers". (Not true, I had my third baby at home and I don't think I am what people see when they picture a "hippy") I started looking into what a Doula really does and how to become one. It took a couple more years but I finally did my training 1 week before I had my second baby. I have fallen in love with what I do and every time I attend a birth I am so grateful for the opportunity and find yet another reason why Doulas are such an important part of a well rounded birth support team.
There are so many ways in which a Doula supports the families she works with. From holding a hand to holding space. Pregnancy, labor, and giving birth are such intimate, influential times in a family's journey. I strongly feel that each family should be respected, empowered, and trusted to make the best choices for themselves. My goal is always to be flexible and provide whatever it is each family requires to make this happen. Every person at your birth should have the same goal of a healthy, happy family. Working together with providers is a vital piece of this goal. We all play a different role in forming a well rounded birth support team.
I believe that preparation and education are helpful in laying the ground work for a positive birth experience and healthy start to life with a new baby. My goal as a birth Doula is to support women and their partners so they can have a great birthing experience and a smooth transition into parenthood. I do this by encouraging childbirth education classes and meeting 2 or more times prenatally to prepare for labor and postpartum. Throughout the entire journey of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum I provide informational support, comfort, and reassurance as much as you need it.
I hope that you find the Doula that is right for you. The support and information a Doula offers is truly invaluable. If you would like additional information please contact me to schedule a free meet and greet.
Training
I graduated in 2010 with an Associates degree in Medical Assisting from The University of Montana COT. Shortly after graduation I had my first child which planted the seed for what has become my passion.
I had my first child at a hospital and even after all the self education and birth class I still felt like the experience was missing something. I felt there had to be a better way to birth and a better way to navigate pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond.
I had heard of birth Doulas during my pregnancy but thought they were only for "hippy home birthers". (Not true, I had my third baby at home and I don't think I am what people see when they picture a "hippy") I started looking into what a Doula really does and how to become one. It took a couple more years but I finally did my training 1 week before I had my second baby. I have fallen in love with what I do and every time I attend a birth I am so grateful for the opportunity and find yet another reason why Doulas are such an important part of a well rounded birth support team.
There are so many ways in which a Doula supports the families she works with. From holding a hand to holding space. Pregnancy, labor, and giving birth are such intimate, influential times in a family's journey. I strongly feel that each family should be respected, empowered, and trusted to make the best choices for themselves. My goal is always to be flexible and provide whatever it is each family requires to make this happen. Every person at your birth should have the same goal of a healthy, happy family. Working together with providers is a vital piece of this goal. We all play a different role in forming a well rounded birth support team.
I believe that preparation and education are helpful in laying the ground work for a positive birth experience and healthy start to life with a new baby. My goal as a birth Doula is to support women and their partners so they can have a great birthing experience and a smooth transition into parenthood. I do this by encouraging childbirth education classes and meeting 2 or more times prenatally to prepare for labor and postpartum. Throughout the entire journey of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum I provide informational support, comfort, and reassurance as much as you need it.
I hope that you find the Doula that is right for you. The support and information a Doula offers is truly invaluable. If you would like additional information please contact me to schedule a free meet and greet.
Training
- University of Montana, Associates in Medical Assisting, May 2010
- Birth Mama Child Birth Education and Birth Doula Training, November 2013, Certification completed May 2015
- ICEA Childbirth Educator Training, March 2016
- Adult, Chid, Infant BLS Certification, December 2016
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification, January 2017
