FAQs about doula care in Chico, Ca

Yes, and more.  I was certified in 2010 by the AAHCC/The Bradley Method as a childbirth educator and a doula.  I am also certified in CPR & First Aid as well as Spiritual First Aid; trained in crisis response & trauma support, and will be certifying Doula Support Specialists through the Miracles in the Making Support Network soon!

Yes, three amazing times. My own pregnancy, pregnancy loss and birthing experiences are what set my passion for natural childbirth ablaze. Let's connect so I can tell you more about my vastly unique and beautiful experiences and help prepare you for yours.

As a full spectrum childbirth educator & doula support specialist, I am ready and able to serve however suits you best.  My support options are as follows and are all available for one flat rate:

• Prenatal nutrition & fitness guidance 
• In depth childbirth education
• Personalized birth plans
• Relational counseling with partners and other family members
• Redemptive birthing
• Sibling preparation
• High risk pregnancy
• Comfort measures during labor and birth including positioning, relaxation & breathing techniques
• C-Sect, VBAC, Breech & Twin birthing
• Advocating your voice and choice
• Protecting your peace and privacy
• Recovery planning and care
• Lactation education and care
• Newborn preparation and care
• Postpartum fitness & nutrition planning
• Postpartum maternal mental health care
• Pregnancy loss & bereavement

*I may have left off one or two. Please drop me a line if there are any other services you are curious about. There's a good chance I do that too. 

Because each woman, family and situation are unique, I do not limit the number of visits I offer, prenatal or post. The average is 6-9 prenatal and 3-6 postpartum, but you and this birthing are not average, you're special.  Reach out so we can personalize a plan just for you.

Medication has its purpose in emergency situations, and I am grateful for it.  However, childbirth is an inherently safe process filled with rewarding hard work that the use of unnecessary medications can interfere with, often causing more harm than good...and I want your birth experience to be better than good.  Let's meet so I can tell you more about your amazing body and the incredible things it was designed to do.

Yes I do! Medi-Cal covers my same professional, personalized, compassionate care before, during and up to one year after your birth.

Absolutely. The more helpers, the better. Visit my Become a Doula page to learn more about the process.

I sure can. Check out my Doula Connection page to get plugged in.