The Bradley Method of Husband-Coached Natural Childbirth, September 2011
Birth Beautifully Doula Training Institute, January 2023
Type of practice: Solo practice
Clients per month: 0 to 1 births and 0 to 3 postpartum families
Postpartum limits/restrictions: No limits to my practice.
Attends hospital births? All Hospitals
Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers
Attends home births? Some Home Births Home births that are also attended by a Midwife.
College Education
BA/BS
Special Services Offered
Abortion support
Antepartum doula support
Babywearing education
Bereavement doula (pregnancy & infant loss)
Childbirth education services
Cloth diapering education
Lactation consultant/counselor services
LGBTQIA+ Support
Newborn care and parenting classes
Reduced rates for women considering adoption
Satellite doula (for remote and rural clients)
Twins and multiples birth support
Twins and multiples postpartum support
Virtual and remote doula support
Relevant volunteer or advocacy work
Active Volunteer Work: -Lactation Lounge Breastfeeding Support Group: Co-founder of a free community support group for lactating parents. -Opportunities for Otsego: Advisory Board Member and active volunteer providing free childbirth education, doula services, and lactation support to under-resourced individuals. -Cooperstown PTA: Board member (Treasurer), event volunteer, and active member. -Otsego County Council for Senior Citizens: Board member and active volunteer supporting the well-being of senior citizens. -Otsego County Center for the Aging: Volunteer providing ongoing technical training and support to senior citizens. -Cooperstown Community Parks: Assist with community cleanup and events.
Languages Spoken
English
Fee Details
Full Package ($1500) includes one private meet and greet prior to birth, 24-hour support via phone/text/email prior to birth, in-person support during labor and birth, breastfeeding assistance immediately after birth, and one meeting in your home after birth. Childbirth Education Package ($1400) includes all services in the full package, paired with the completion of the 6-week childbirth education class series ($800). Virtual doula support available as well ($800). Reduced rates and payment plans available for those in need of assistance.