I am a mother, a wife, an aunt, a sister, a daughter. I am an artist. I am a doula.

I believe that each woman on her own is powerful, and when we get together that is where the magic happens! I love walking down the street, wearing my baby on my chest, passing another mama and smiling kindly at each other. There is a certain knowing and sense of belonging that we share once we have experienced this rite of passage.

Knowing firsthand, the vulnerability and isolation that one can feel during pregnancy and postpartum, I longed to find a way to support other women through the highs and lows of their own motherhood journeys. This is why I became a doula and created The Afterbirth. My goal as a doula has never been to ‘save’ other women, but instead to walk alongside them, care for them, and let them know they are not alone. We do not need saving, it’s just that we were never meant to do all of this on our own; we deserve to be supported, held, celebrated and cared for. It would be both a privilege and an honor to be part of your support team.

When I am not creating art or doula-ing, I am: going on a nature walk with my kids, cooking, reading, or practicing new creative skills. I am very interested in natural, non-toxic and sustainable living; and even more so since becoming a mother. As a highly-sensitive person, I am drawn towards intimate moments to really connect with people. Naturally curious, I enjoy learning about history and listening to other people’s life stories - I can’t wait to hear yours!

Yours truly,

Dana

I have completed the following relevant trainings and education:

Mechanics of Pushing for Labor | Gina Conley, MS, Doula, Founder of Mamaste Fit.

Breastfeeding and Lactation: The Fundamentals | Katie James, IBCLC, Midwife.

Childbirth Physiology Course | Dr. Rachel Reed.

Bloodborne Pathogens Training for Professional Placenta Service Providers | APPA Advance.

DONA International Approved Birth & Postpartum Doula Workshop | Teri Nava-Anderson, PhD.

The NOEL Method for Newborns | On-Track Baby

Infant and Adult CPR Certified | American Red Cross.