My name is Miriam, I was born and grew up in the Dominican Republic I speak Spanish & English. I was raised believing family, values and love for one another were key to a successful and happy life. I am very outgoing, passionate and transparent person.As your Doula I will help, encourage and guide you during one of the most important moments in your life without judgement and with lots of love and joy. This is your moment and your choices.

My birth doula services will include: Availability for unlimited email, text, and phone support to answer questions you may have throughout the time we work together. Monthly video call sessions throughout the time we work together. (20 mins-1h) An initial prenatal visit during which we will become familiar with each other. We will discuss any pregnancy-related questions, birth goals and preferences. Also go over some different labor scenarios, procedures and medications. A second prenatal visit during which we will go over and practice different comfort techniques, go over basic baby care and basic babywearing techniques, and I will answer any questions that you may have. During your labor, I will meet you at the place you prefer, will remain by your side providing physical, emotional and informational support as needed, stay with you until breastfeeding has been initiated and will leave once your family is settled to allow all of you to bond and rest. A postpartum visit: During this visit, we can talk about your birth experience, your recovery, and make sure that you and your family are doing well. I will provide resources, referrals and informational handouts as needed. A final video call session a couple of weeks after our in-person postpartum visit. As your postpartum doula, I am professionally trained to support you as you discover your own parenting style. Some of the ways I will support you can include: Support in breastfeeding or bottle feeding. Basic education on newborn care. Helping you become familiar with bathing, umbilical cord care, soothing and more. Providing non-judgmental emotional support and answering questions. Helping to care for your baby while you take some time nurture yourself and recover. Which may include a hot meal, a nap, and/or a bath/shower. Helping to care for older siblings. Helping you by preparing simple, nutritious meals and snacks. Running quick errands, doing food shopping, light housekeeping or doing a load of laundry.