Gabriella Ferrufino

Birth Doula
Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania
5.0
About me

Hi! I'm Gabriella, and I’m passionate about supporting women and families through their fertility, pregnancy, labor, and motherhood journeys. My path to becoming a doula began in 2014 after my own empowering birth experience with my first child. Inspired, I became a certified childbirth educator through the Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth and discovered my deep passion for women’s health and well-being. Over the years, I’ve been privileged to support families in various ways—whether teaching childbirth education, offering lactation consulting, or even serving as a virtual doula in moments of need. My own birth experiences have shaped my practice. From a beautiful birth center delivery to navigating an unexpected emergency C-section, and finally achieving my VBAC home birth, I bring a wealth of personal and professional insight to my work. These experiences have fueled my commitment to empowering families with knowledge, confidence, and holistic care. At the end of 2023, I made the decision to leave my corporate career to pursue my dream full-time. I am currently trained through DONA International, a globally respected organization, and offer compassionate, intuitive support focused on mental, physical, and nutritional health. My approach is holistic and tailored to each family’s unique needs, ensuring that partners feel confident and supported throughout the journey. I am so excited to walk alongside you and help you achieve the birth experience you desire. Whether you’re preparing for your first baby or your fourth, I look forward to being part of your story!

Education

Bachelor of International Relations (2012)

Certification and training

Birth Doula Training, DONA (2024)

Lactation Support, DONA (2024)

Childbirth Education Basics, DONA (2024)

Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth Educator Training (2015)

Memberships and affiliations

DONA, International

Specialties
Birth and Lactation Birth Doula Birth Support Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Support Career Counseling Cesarean, Episiotomy and Scar Pain Childbirth Education Childhood Growth and Development Health Coach Healthy Eating Home Birth Infertility Labor Doula Mental Health Mindfulness Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Pain Management Parenting Positive Thinking Preconception Prenatal Care Reproductive Mental Health Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc) Self-Actualization Self-Compassion Self-Esteem Self-Integration Stress Management
Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Service introduction

At PachaMama, I am passionate about supporting parents through pregnancy, birth, and beyond with a range of personalized services. As a birth doula, I provide emotional, physical, and informational support throughout your labor and delivery, ensuring you feel empowered and confident during this transformative experience. For those seeking childbirth education, I offer two options: Birth with Confidence, a comprehensive 10-week course that equips you with the tools and knowledge for a natural childbirth, and Birth with Assurance, a 2-hour refresher class for experienced parents. Additionally, my 1:1 PachaMama Life Coaching sessions are designed to guide and empower you through the many transitions of parenthood and life. With flexible payment plans and both in-person and virtual options, my goal is to make support accessible, tailored, and impactful for every family. Let me be part of your journey to a joyful, informed, and empowered birth experience!

Packages
Birth Doula Support
At Pachamama, my Birth Doula Support is designed to provide continuous emotional, physical, and informational care throughout your pregnancy, labor, and birth. As your doula, I will work with you and your partner to create a personalized birth plan that aligns with your goals and preferences. During labor, I offer hands-on comfort techniques, relaxation strategies, and encouragement to ensure you feel empowered and supported. My role also includes advocating for your choices, helping you navigate any unexpected changes, and fostering a calm, positive birth environment. Whether you choose an in-person or virtual option, my priority is to help you feel prepared, confident, and cared for as you welcome your baby into the world.
$1,500.00
USD Flat rate
Birth With Confidence: Natural Childbirth Education Classes
Birth With Confidence Natural Childbirth Education Classes are a comprehensive and empowering 10-week series designed to prepare you for a positive and informed birth experience. Each 2-hour session provides evidence-based knowledge and practical tools to support you and your partner through pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Topics include nutrition and exercise, relaxation techniques, labor positions, comfort measures, birth planning, postpartum care, and more. These classes are tailored to help you gain confidence, reduce fear, and equip your partner to be an effective labor support person. Offered in both in-person and virtual formats, these classes foster a supportive environment for learning and preparing for the unique journey of childbirth. Whether you're a first-time parent or looking for a fresh perspective, this course will empower you to approach your birth with clarity and confidence.
$1,000.00
USD Flat rate
Birth With Assurance: Childbirth Refresher Class
Birth With Assurance is a 2-hour refresher class tailored for parents who have experienced childbirth before and are looking for a quick, personalized review. This focused session revisits essential topics such as labor stages, comfort measures, relaxation techniques, and effective positions for labor and pushing. We'll also address any specific concerns or goals you have for your upcoming birth, ensuring you feel prepared and supported. Whether it's been a few years since your last birth, or you're planning for a different approach this time, Birth With Assurance is designed to boost your confidence and provide clarity as you prepare to welcome your new baby. This class is available in-person or virtually for your convenience.
$200.00
USD Flat rate
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Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
2
5.0

Gabi is incredibly knowledgable in all things Doula, pregnancy, pre and postpartum, as well as being kind, empathetic and welcoming. She listens to all concerns and preferences that you might have and advises the best way to move forward. I am based in the UK and Gabi has gone out of her way to still schedule in sessions with me and my partner, around our shift pattern too. I wouldn’t have anyone else helping me navigate this next chapter in my life and I’m always grateful I found her. I would definitely recommend!

- Amy R.

5.0

Gabi, my wife, is the most passionate and intentional person when it comes to natural birthing. Her interest peaked right before we had our first and only grew up until our 4th baby being born at home. Because of her strength, will and sheer determination were we able to have 3 out of the 4 babies being born without medical intervention: our 3rd not going to come out naturally as her chin was leading the way and needed to escorted out the VIP lounge...just like her old man. Her belief and trust in a woman's body to be able to deliver a child naturally is all she ever wanted to do since Penelope (our 1st) was born. And the fact she was able to help some of her close friends accomplish that goal means the world to her. I could not imagine a better person taking such a massive responsibility on than her, as she is a Wonder Woman like I've never met.

- Chris F.

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