• A doula is a trained (and often certified) professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support and advocacy to new parents before, during, and after childbirth to help them achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible.

• It's best to hire a doula (whether for birth or postpartum services) early in your pregnancy, ideally by the second trimester, to ensure availability and allow ample time for building a relationship and preparing for birth. However, if you're past this point and still wondering about a doula, it's never too late to hire one!

• My birth doula services include prenatal visits, continuous labor support, and a postpartum follow-up. I provide emotional support, pain management & relaxation techniques, advocacy, childbirth education, and help with creating and following your birth plan. 

• It's so important to really feel comfortable with your support systems, and especially your doula. Choosing a doula involves considering factors that are important to you, such as personality, experience, certification, and your comfort level with them. It's important to schedule several consultations with a variety of doulas to determine a genuine connection.

• I involve partners by providing guidance on how they can support the birthing person, offering them breaks when needed, and helping them feel confident and as included in the process as they wish to be.

• I attend hospital births, birth center births, and home births as long as a medical professional is present. I do not attend freebirths.

• I provide support during scheduled c-sections by helping you prepare beforehand, offering emotional support during the procedure (if possible), and assisting with recovery and newborn care afterward.

• Yes, I offer virtual prenatal consultations, birth planning sessions, and postpartum support via video/phone calls for those who prefer or need remote assistance. I also offer virtual sleep coaching for those past the newborn phase.

• Some insurance plans may cover doula services. I provide receipts for you to submit for reimbursement, and I can help you navigate the process. I am also in the process of signing up to be able to accept Medi-Cal (ask me for more information).

• Birth support includes physical & emotional support and adovcacy for pregnant persons during pregnancy, labor and delivery, where as postpartum support mainly focuses on support for the birthing person, their partner, and their new baby after the baby is born. They help with newborn care, nursing/lactation support, and adjusting to life with a new baby.

• Depending on your preference and needs, I would arrive for a daytime shift of 3-5 hours or an overnight shift between 4-8 hours. I can help with a variety of tasks ranging from assisting with feedings, caring for the newborn so that you can get a shower, picking up groceries or prescriptions, light housework. Really anything that will help you rock this transition into parenthood.

• My postpartum services include support with nursing/lactation, newborn care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and emotional support to help you transition into parenthood.

• Services can be tailored to your needs, typically ranging from a few weeks to a few months after birth, with visits lasting anywhere from a few hours to overnight support.

• I provide clients with access to childbirth education materials, lactation resources, and a list of local support groups and professionals within the birth/postpartum community.

• Yes, I provide lactation support and education, helping with latch techniques, positions,a nd addressing any lactation concerns or challenges. I can also help with basic pumping information, getting on a pumping schedule, and how to most effectively remove milk.

• A sleep consultant is a trained and often certified professional who specializes in helping families develop healthy sleep habits for their infants and toddlers through personalized sleep plans and support.

• Hiring a sleep consultant can help resolve sleep challenges, establish consistent sleep routines, and improve the overall sleep quality for both the child and the family, leading to better health and well-being.

• I offer personalized sleep consultations, customized sleep plans, one-on-one sleep coaching, follow-up support, and educational resources for parents of infants and toddlers.

My approach is gentle and family-centered, focusing on creating a nurturing sleep environment and establishing healthy sleep habits that work for both the child and the parents.

• Most of my sleep services are virtual, however, I am able to offer a more hands-on, in-home support for parents who are local.

• I work with families who have infants and toddlers, typically from ages 3 months through 3 years.

• Common sleep issues include difficulty falling asleep, frequent night wakings, short naps, early morning wake-ups, and transitioning from co-sleeping (or bed-sharing) to independent sleep.

• Yes, I know "sleep training" has gotten a bad rap, however, I provide various sleep training methods tailored to your family's needs and parenting style, ensuring a gentle and supportive approach.

• The time it takes to see results can vary, but many families notice significant improvements in their child's sleep within 1-2 weeks of consistency implementing their customized sleep plan.

• I provide clients with sleep logs, educational materials, recommended reading, and access to a network of local resources.