I have been married to my wonderful, supportive husband, James, for 5 years.  We have a spirited little 4 year old girl and a 3 year old son who is bounding with energy.  My children's births were two completely different experiences which taught me a lot about myself and birth in general.  I was blessed to have the support of a doula for my son's birth which was what confirmed my desires to become a doula myself.

I have been interested in birth for as long as I can remember.  After the births of my children I found that I wanted to pursue that interest as a doula and childbirth educator.  I view birth as a normal and natural life event.  In working with women who are preparing for and giving birth, it is my goal to help preserve birth as a positive and empowering experience.  I love helping women find the inner strength and power they use to birth their babies.

After I began my work as a birth doula, I decided to pursue my certification as a postpartum doula.  Parenthood is a major life transition and having the support of others can make that transition easier.   By becoming a postpartum doula I hope to provide a support to families that they may not have otherwise received.

I am a member of Lamaze International, DONA International, and BirthNetwork National.  I am certified as a birth doula through DONA.  I am trained as a postpartum doula through DONA, as well, and as a childbirth educator through Lamaze.