About Me
As a young child, several generations ago, I grew up in a neighborhood of diverse, ethnic, immigrant families, where there were several neighborhood home births, and women were supported by their mothers, sisters, and friends during pregnancy, labor, and birth.
Today, many people in our society have never witnessed a baby being born naturally. In fact, most medical students and Ob/GYNs in the U.S. have never seen a natural, unmedicated, vaginal delivery! Reliance on powerful sedatives and medically assisted births is the norm. But birth is not a medical condition!
I have long been interested in being a Doula. I read, researched, and fell in love with the idea of serving birth. However, instead of pursuing that dream, I was encouraged and guided to complete my Master’s degree and follow a 40-year career in another field, which was also wonderfully fulfilling.
Eventually, I learned to relax and be still. In the stillness, the call to “serve birth” surfaced once again. This time, I followed the message, and I’m so grateful that I did. Each time I serve at a birth, I’m amazed by the power within a woman to bring forth life and the pure “life-spark” within the newborn.
Today’s women are asked to make important decisions during pregnancy, birth, and labor that my mother and grandmother never had to consider. To help you prepare to work with your care provider in making these decisions, I provide the available information so that you are aware of your choices and can confidently make the best decisions for you and your baby.
Much like birthing women years ago, you greatly benefit from your body’s intuitive knowledge. And while your body’s intuitive knowledge will guide you through birth, my job—my joy—is to encourage, support, and provide resources to you. Remember, your body and your baby know how to give birth!
I would be honored to join your support team and help you discover your birthing journey, whether it be a midwife-assisted home birth or at the freestanding Birth Center here in Tucson. Visit our wonderful center: Tucson Birth Center.
Please contact me to talk about my services or to set up a free interview for more in-depth information!
C’Mon Baby! Certifications & Experience
- Lamaze Passion for Birth Workshop, 2010
- Infant CPR re-certification, 2010
- Birth Education Instructor’s Assistant, 2007 – 2009
- Completed Lactation Study Program, 2008
- Tucson Birth & Women’s Health Center Volunteer, 2007 – 2008
- Member of Doulas of North America since 2007
- DONA Birth Doula Training workshop, 2007
- Observed 48 Birth Education Classes at Tucson Birth Women’s Health Center and Northwest Hospital
- Attended in-home births (unmedicated), Birth Center births (unmedicated), and hospital births (including cesarean)
- Mentorship with seasoned Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula
- Presently learning and practicing Infant Massage