Meet Your ProDoula

Background/Experience that you think is beneficial to Doula work: Massage Therapist for 5 years - lots of prenatal work. Part time Doula in past for 3 years

What led you to become a Doula?: From a young age, I have always been amazed by the whole process of pregnancy and birth. It wasn't until my years in university for massage therapy that learned what a doula was. After practicing as a doula for 3 years, I knew I wanted to stay in the field while being able to grow our own family, that's when I found child birth education!

What are some positive comments made about you by other people?:

That my presence and knowledge has been received as calming, reassuring, and informative and supportive.

What are your favorite pregnancy/parenting resources?: Penny Simkins, Birth Partner; Ina May, Guide to childbirth, for encouragement and empowerment

What thoughts come to mind when you see a pregnant woman or brand new mom?: In awe! It will NEVER fail to amaze me what us woman can do and create.

What is the best gift you can give a new mom (as a Doula)?: Confidence and support! Every parents deserves to feel support and feel a sense of empowerment and confidence in every step along the way.

What is your favorite TV show or movie?: Grey's Anatomy

What is your favorite place to vacation?: Tropical Beach

What is your favorite food?: Oranges

What is your favorite way to spend a day off?: A nice long walk with my husband and dog with a hot tea.

Who lives in your house?: My husband Ryan, our fur babies; our dog Diesel and our cat Kiara.