Each birth I have witnessed in my 14 years of experience supporting families as a doula in and around Wilmington, NC, has solidified the fact that there are moments in our lives that impact us for years and decades to come. Becoming a parent or welcoming a new little babe are those types of moments, as are the paths to conception and also the journey surrounding pregnancy loss. How we are treated during these seasons of life will and do have an impact on each one of us and often in different ways.
I am a dedicated and skilled birthworker with a profound commitment to supporting families through the transformative journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. I provide gender-affirming and trauma-informed perinatal and postpartum support for pregnant people throughout the Wilmington area. My expertise in this field is characterized by a deep understanding of the birthing process, a compassionate approach to care, and a strong foundation in both practical skills and emotional support.
With extensive experience in various aspects of birthwork, I excel in providing comprehensive support to expectant parents. I am adept at assisting with prenatal education, helping families prepare for childbirth by offering guidance on labor techniques, pain management and coping mechanisms, and newborn care. My knowledge of birth options and my ability to facilitate informed decision-making empower families to approach childbirth with confidence and clarity, knowing their individual rights to informed consent and refusal as well as the options they have regarding every aspect of their care.
Each pregnant person’s vision for their pregnancy, labor, birth, and transition to parenthood differs. No matter what your vision may be, as a childbirth educator and doula, I am there to unconditionally support you in your journey.
Training and Experience Includes:
- Trauma-Informed Professional
- Spinning Babies®
- Childbirth Educator
- Placenta Encapsulation Services
- Re+Birth Equity Alliance Training: Systemic Racism and Implicit Bias in Perinatal Health
- Homebirth Midwife Assistant
- Board Member, North Carolina Doula Organization
- Board Member, Cape Fear Area Doulas
- WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor