I prioritize emotional support, comfort measures, and informed decision-making so that families feel safe, respected, and empowered.
I am a professionally trained birth doula, supporting birthing people and their partners in the DMV.
After receiving my BA in English from the University of Virginia in 2017, I followed my love of stories into the classroom, earning my MA in Elementary Inclusive Education from Teachers College, Columbia University and later moving to the Colorado mountains to teach elementary school.
My background as an elementary school teacher and special educator has given me a strong foundation in family and child advocacy, active listening, and calm communication through meaningful, and sometimes challenging, experiences. Building trusting relationships was always at the heart of my classroom work and remains a guiding principle in my doula practice today. I continue to stay connected with many of the families and colleagues I served alongside.
In addition to teaching students, I earned my 200-hour yoga teaching certification in 2020. Leading yoga classes has further strengthened my understanding of the mind-body connection while also enhancing my ability to guide clients in feeling grounded and present throughout pregnancy and birth.
I am also an artist and my creative practice helps me stay attuned to emotion, intuition, and the subtle ways people communicate their needs. This creativity shows up in my doula work through presence, flexibility, and responsiveness. I am an avid fiber artist and absolutely love making quilts, and in particular baby quilts. I created a quilt for my niece (now 2) appliqued with moons to honor her Cancer moon in her astrological chart. I am also currently supporting a dear friend and new mama in making her own quilt for her baby born in the fall.
As a birth doula, I offer compassionate, evidence-based care throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, centering trust, presence, and partnership throughout the journey into parenthood. I would be elated to work with you and your partner as you prepare to welcome your baby, walking alongside you during this powerful transition with steady, affirming care and deep respect for your unique path into birth.