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About Doula Joan
In
the mid 90s while working in a corporate job, I heard the term
"doula," an odd word describing someone who assists at the time
of birth. I soon realized that a doula was what I’d
been waiting to become, that doula work would become my passion.
I trained to be a certified birth doula with DONA,
the most widely known doula association in the world, added extensive
breastfeeding education and now offer childbirth education classes
both privately and through local hospitals. Helping families
as a postpartum doula completes the circle of knowledge, service
and care that I offer.
My experience and education have grown since starting my practice
in Walnut Creek California in 1996. After raising two terrific
daughters, I relocated to Portland in 2006, and have found it
a welcoming vibrant community of women and their support systems. After
more than 200 birth and postpartum clients, I find the desire
to encourage and assist pregnant women and new mothers/families
stronger than ever.
As a birth doula, I offer support to pregnant women and their
partner before, during, and after birth to help ensure a safe
and satisfying birth experience. I
will draw on my knowledge and experience to provide you with the information
you need to make informed decisions as they arise in labor. I am independent
and self-employed. As your birth doula, I am working for you, not your
caregiver (doctor, midwife, etc.) or hospital.
Certifications:
- Birth Doula (DONA International)
- Childbirth Educator (International Childbirth Education Association)
- Lactation Educator (UCLA)
Memberships:
- DONA International
- Lamaze International
- International Cesarean Awareness Network
- La Leche League
- Birth Support Network - Portland
Gift certificates are available! If you are a loved one of expectant or new parents, you
may want to consider purchasing a gift certificate for one or
more of my services as a baby shower gift they will be forever
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