Doula Services in Long Beach, Orange County and Los Angeles, CA
I have been trained by DONA as a Certified Labor & Birth Doula and have been attending births since 2007. I also have a background in Occupational Therapy and a Degree in Health Science from Cal State University Long Beach.
My belief is that all expectant parents be fully informed on the options and choices regarding the birth of their child. Being a doula and offering caring, continuous support as well as offering resources and information is what I am passionate about. I have always been intrigued by pregnancy and childbirth and consider it an honor to be present when a baby is born.
Qualifications/Training/Certifications:
- CPR Healthcare Provider for Adults/Children/Infants, Current via American Heart Association
- Introduction to Labor Support with Ellie Shea of DouLA Birth Partners of Los Angeles, Fall 2006
- Birth Doula Training with Ellie Shea of DouLA Birth Partners of Los Angeles, Fall 2007
Additional Training/Observation:
- Baby’s Perspective with Kittie Franz, RNP, 2009
- Bradley Method with Anne Marie Reggie, 2007
- Hypnobirthing with Ellie Shea, 2007
- Lactation with Susan Orr, 2007
- Lamaze, 2006
Memberships/Volunteer:
- DASC (Doula's Association of Southern California) Treasurer 2010-2012
- CAPPA Member since 2009
- Operation Special Delivery Volunteer since 2009
- CEAOC Member since 2009
- Trained Volunteer with WomenShelter of Long Beach, Fall 2008
- Doulas of North America (DONA) since 2007
- Doula Association of Southern California (DASC) since 2007
Awards:
- DASC nominee for Labor Doula of the Year 2008, 2009
Upcoming Trainings/Classes:
- Lactation Educator Training
- Childbirth Educator Training (in progress)