I began my doula career over 10 years ago. I have assisted hundreds of families in having their best possible birth experience in a home or hospital setting. I have worked at every hospital in the Bay Area, including UCSF, Washington Hospital in Fremont, and as far south as Hollister.

In addition to providing standard doula services, such as advice with positioning, assistance with the stages of labor and when to go to the hospital, use of a birth ball, and massage, I also provide acupressure to augment and assist you during labor. I have extensive experience with women working to acheive VBAC. I am trained in the Bradley, Hypnobirth, Birthing From Within and the Lamaze methods of education. I can also photograph your birth for you if you wish. (The photos on my web site were all taken by me.) In your post partum hours I will assist you with breastfeeding and new baby care. Included in my services are two prenatal visits and one post partum visit.

I enjoy providing each woman with education, support and encouragement as she embarks on her own journey into the birth of her child. My role is to support and encourage the laboring woman and her partner in their choices, as well as providing education on the risks and the benefits of each choice, helping to create the best possible birth experience.

The birth of each child creates a new family. My desire is to care for and support each family member to best encourage them in their role in the family. I consider it a privilege to be working in this capacity, and I would be honored to share this most miraculous day with you.