I have always had a heart for serving others and a passion for supporting people through their most vulnerable experiences. As a type 1 diabetic, I take a keen interest in nurturing Mama’s that are dealing with high-risk pregnancies. Some of my own personal experiences have led me to the desire to educate, support and empower women to advocate for themselves and the positive birth experience they deserve!

First and foremost, the presence of a certified doula during a birth statistically results in shorter labors and overall better outcomes. Particularly for first time parents or those who have had previous birth trauma experiences, having someone familiar with and confident in the process is extremely comforting. A doula can reassure you and your partner that things are progressing as they should. Most doulas offer prenatal and postpartum support in addition to birth services. They can be an excellent resource for your local birth community if you find yourself needing more help with things like mental health services, massage/acupuncture, lactation, etc. Doulas can help you to labor longer at home in comfort by offering pain-relief techniques such as massage, aromatherapy, hypnobirthing and other such methods. Most importantly, a doula will support you through YOUR birth choices. Should you choose a home birth, birth center or hospital setting, a midwife or OBGYN, epidural, water birth, spontaneous labor, induction or cesarean. My job at Elevate Elation Doula Services is to cultivate the environment to achieve your personal birth goals in a non-judgmental or bias, yet safe and confident manner.