About Anna
Hi! I am Anna and I would love to support you through one of your life's most precious transitions. I believe that holding new parents in an atmosphere of grace and understanding is essential in the process of creating healthy families. My personal experiences have shaped the way I feel about doula work and I know that having someone there to reinforce your strength and intuition can be the difference between thriving and just surviving when you're expecting a baby and in the postpartum period.
My experiences learning from Indigenous midwives in Ecuador have prepared me to offer careful intention, Mother's Blessings and a ceremonial Closing of the Bones.
I have trained with DONA International, Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings, Wombs of the World, Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice and The Healthy Children Project. As a Certified Lactation Counselor, I can help you with your breastfeeding journey and connect you with any other resources, if ever necessary.
I know there are many incredible doulas to choose from in our lovely little corner of the world. So, what makes me different?
- I only take 1-2 clients a month, so you will be my priority.
- I am constantly learning. There is rarely a time that I am not actively engaged in a training, reading a book about maternal health, asking questions from other doulas and health professionals or traveling to learn about birth and postpartum practices in other cultures.
- I believe in a whole-being approach. I will do everything I can to ensure you are cared for physically, mentally, spiritually, emotionally and intellectually. You are being reborn with this birth. Your initiation into parenthood (whether this is your first baby or your fifth) is monumental.
- As your postpartum doula, I am comfortable with assisting in the upkeep of your home. I believe that a clean and calm environment is so helpful in your healing process.
- I am fluent in speaking toddler and young child, if you have older siblings in your home that need care, as well.
- My offerings are always customizable. If you aren't interested in energy cleansing or ceremony, no pressure. If you want to incorporate weekly yoni steaming throughout your postpartum? Great, let's get it on the calendar! This is about what makes you feel cared for and nourished, nothing else.
- I've been known to show up with fresh sourdough bread...
Birth and postpartum are sacred, ceremonial times. I do not take that lightly. It is my wish that every new parent be held and listened to with open hearts and free from judgement, nourished with wholesome foods, and guided by knowledge that strengthens and empowers their intuition.
