My Scope of Practice & Professional Standards

As a DONA Certified Doula, I am committed to providing the highest level of continuous physical, emotional, and informational support. My practice is built on nearly 2 decades of professional caregiving and is guided by the rigorous standards of the world’s leading doula certifying organization.

What I Do For You

• Emotional Support: I provide a calming presence and constant encouragement to help you stay centered and confident.

• Physical Comfort: I utilize evidence-based techniques—including position changes, massage, and breathing guidance—to help manage labor.

• Informational Support: I offer resources and evidence-based information so you can make empowered decisions about your care.

• Advocacy: I help you find your voice. I facilitate communication between you and your medical team to ensure your birth preferences are heard and respected.

• Family Care: Drawing on my deep background in childcare, I support your partner and family to ensure the entire "village" feels prepared.

My Professional Boundaries

In accordance with DONA International’s Standards of Practice, my role is non-medical. To ensure your safety, I do not:

• Perform clinical tasks (such as vaginal exams or fetal heart monitoring).

• Provide medical diagnoses or give clinical advice.

• Make decisions for you. I provide the information so that you can make the best choice for your journey.

Your Safety & Privacy

I hold myself to the highest professional standards to give you total peace of mind:

• DONA International Certified: Trained and vetted by the gold standard of doula care.

• First Aid/CPR/AED Certified: Fully trained for Adult, Child, and Baby emergencies.

• HIPAA Compliant: Your personal and medical information is kept strictly confidential.

Why the "DONA" Difference Matters

Being DONA certified means I have undergone extensive training and peer review to ensure that the support I provide is safe, ethical, and effective. It means you aren't just getting a helper—you are getting a certified professional dedicated to your best possible birth outcome.