Let's Talk About Why Birth & Recovery with a Doula is Wonderful!
It really is a thing to go into birth feeling strong, centered, and prepared. In the fast-paced culture of North Jersey, women have become accustomed to leaving the provider’s office with follow-up questions, or even the need to talk things out a little more deeply. Often times, that desire for “more and deeper care,” helps people discover doulas. We work together with all providers, to support your pregnancy journey, birth, and postpartum transition to parenthood.
Your birth does not depend on having a doula, that is true, why should you get one? Just like you can feel better after a good meal, know your body is nourished, isn’t there a different satisfaction if the meal is your favorite dinner, with your favorite people, in a warm, comfortable space?
Doulas are a conduit to that little something extra, helping you and your partner create a moment that is memorable for so many really powerful and soul-satisfying reasons.
Doula support during pregnancy & birth has largely been reported to result in a more positive outcome. Perhaps it is related to reduced anxiety, or improved breastfeeding success, or even less need for c-sections. Our support in your birth space often results in shortened labor and fewer interventions, directly tied to your confidence, and preparation.
Finding a doula who is easy to talk to and has excellent reviews takes a little time, but the effort will pay-off. The emotions that accompany your baby’s birth, and your postpartum period are some of the most intense and long-lasting in your lifetime. Reflecting on your experience when you go home, or even years later, has the power to bring you right back to the moment.
You deserve a birth team and postpartum circle that supports the best possible memories for you, and for you partner. Once you find out how the medical system is set-up to care for you, remember that how you feel about it also matters.
If I am not the doula for you, I will help you find the right one. As a member of DONA International, I fully support your doula search and want the best for your new family.
For the last five years, I have been supporting families as a birth and postpartum doula. The births were celebrated in hospital settings and birth centers. Home birth is still on my wish list! I have lent support to women having vaginal, c-sections and VBAC’s births of all ages, from all backgrounds, with and without partners.
I am “seasoned doula,” one with varied experience, who holds certifications and continuing education in high regard. Whether you want to choose me as a birth or postpartum doula, I will support you unconditionally. These two services are exclusive and you do not need to book both in order for us to work together!
My ideal client is one who wants unbiased and complete information regarding the topic of birth. Because I view knowledge as power, thereby building self-confidence in birthing families, I love to share and support all resources openly. As a person, I am comfortable with strong emotion and will stand beside throughout your pregnancy, your birth, and into your recovery. With doula support, you can ensure that you will experience consistent companionship and reliable support. Having only that can improve outcomes! I want to offer clients every tool to have a positive, relaxed, and joyful birth.