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Hey, I’m Sarah! A boy mom, doula, birth photographer, and student midwife. Birth is much more than a physical event, it is also an emotional, mental, spiritual and communal experience. I believe completely surrendering to birth is a positive choice to embrace the unknown, trust your body and to follow your deepest instincts as a mother. My passion is to help you achieve the birth of your dreams by feeling strong, supported, and in control. I feel at home in this work and I can’t wait to be a part of your unique journey and to empower, inform, and support you through it all.
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Includes two prenatal visits (childbirth education, laboring positions, partner support, non-medical pain management and comfort techniques, a listening ear to any questions/concerns, & more), monthly zoom meetings and frequent virtual check-ins, 24/7 on-call support three weeks before and two weeks after your estimated due-date, personalized birth support either when you say you need me or at the start of active labor, two hours of immediate postpartum support to assist in breastfeeding and until you and your family are settled, and one postpartum visit (lactation/feeding education, belly binding, herbal sitz bath). All with access to my community resources, lending library, and birthing tools. Birth photography included.
Capture the unforgettable moments of your birth story with my professional birth photography services. From the first contraction to the tender moments after your baby is born, I’ll be there to document every raw, emotional detail of your experience. I offer a personalized consultation before your due date to discuss your preferences and create a plan that fits your vision. My on-call service ensures that I’m ready to capture the perfect moments as your labor progresses, including intimate family connections, powerful emotions, and the first bonding moments with your newborn. After the birth, I’ll provide you with beautifully edited high-quality images, available in a digital gallery, preserving your memories for a lifetime. Let me help you tell your birth story in a way that’s as beautiful and unique as the journey itself.
The postpartum period is a time of deep transition, healing, and adjustment. My role is to support you in feeling rested, nourished, and confident as you settle into life with your baby. I provide calm, personalized daytime support in your home, meeting you where you are and helping you navigate this season with more ease and reassurance. Support may include: • Hands-on newborn care and guidance • Breastfeeding and lactation support • Newborn care education and confidence-building • Gentle guidance around sleep and daily rhythms • Light housekeeping to help keep your space feeling manageable • Simple, nourishing meal preparation • Emotional support and space to process your experience
I provide personalized doula support. Including prenatal visits (childbirth education, comfort techniques, partner support, a listening ear to any questions/concerns, & more), 24/7 on-call support three weeks before and two weeks after your estimated due-date, personalized birth support either when you say you need me or at the start of active labor, two hours of immediate postpartum support to assist in feeding and until you and baby are settled, and postpartum visits (lactation/feeding education, belly binding, herbal sitz bath). I also offer birth photography.
Sarah provided my wife and I the comfort and peace of mind that we so badly needed for our first child. Her knowledge about the birthing process was extremely impressive and she is a very calming and soothing presence, which is exactly what we needed during that stressful period. If you're looking for a highly-knowledgeable and comforting Doula, look no further than Sarah!
— Cameron Hinkel
We had a great experience with Sarah as our birth doula. She has a very calming presence and helped me navigated the complicated delivery at the hospital. She already gave us tons of materials to prepare for the delivery and postpartum and also connected us with lactation consultants.
— Jie Wang
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— Tracey S.
Sarah was the best choice for our family! She is very personable and knowledgeable. She made our family feel safe and comfortable through the entire process. I knew I was in good hands as soon as she showed up. Couldn’t have asked for a better doula and now friend!
— Laura B.
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Sarah is based in Benicia, California.
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