Birth Philosophy

Everyone deserves a positive birth experience. Pregnancy is a natural part of a woman’s life, not an illness. Support and encouragement help a woman trust her body and instincts, allowing her to give birth freely. Medical interventions should be used only when necessary and with care, unless birth takes an unexpected course.

Core Birth Concepts

Birth is a human right.

Birth is a normal physiological proces.

Person-centered care includes shared decision-making, informed consent, and the right to refuse.

Resilience improves the experience of birth and outcomes.

I encourage all clients and those exploring their options to take their time making a decision. When you’re ready, follow your spirit, head, and heart. If those three align and you feel at peace, that’s your sign that working with me is the right choice.

A doula is a trained birth coach who provides physical, emotional, educational, and advocacy support to pregnant individuals before, during, and after childbirth. Some doulas also offer spiritual support as needed or upon request.

Doula care is associated with positive birth outcomes, including reduced cesarean sections, epidural use, shorter labor, and fewer premature deliveries. Doulas also provide emotional support that can lower stress and anxiety during labor. However, no birth outcome can be guaranteed—every birth is unique, and your experience may vary.

Yes. A TENS unit may be used as an optional comfort support tool during active labor, when available. For hygiene and safety, each client uses new, single-use electrode pads. Some clients receive pads as part of their service package; however, electrode pads are not a covered insurance benefit and may need to be purchased separately depending on coverage. This does not affect the level, quality, or scope of labor support provided.

Essential oils may be used as an optional comfort measure during labor in limited circumstances and only when appropriate. Any use is guided by safety considerations, individual sensitivity, and informed consent. Essential oils are not a required or guaranteed part of labor support, and availability may vary.

Additional information and consent requirements will be reviewed with clients prior to use.

No, we welcome anyone seeking a personalized, professional, and supportive experience. For Christian families, special content and opportunities are available to incorporate faith into care or the curriculum.

Faith-based support is offered when welcomed by the client and may include scripture, prayer, and spiritually grounded encouragement rooted in Christian faith and Christ’s love. I may also draw from my written work and teaching resources as I guide women to give birth with confidence, courage, and peace.

Faith-based care is always client-led, optional, and offered alongside evidence-informed education and emotional support. My approach honors both spiritual formation and practical preparation, recognizing that faith and skilled support can coexist with care, wisdom, and discernment.

We provide support in:

• Home births

• Hospitals

• Birth centers

Your self-pay package includes 5 perinatal visits: three during pregnancy and two after birth.

Medicaid covers 8 visits over a period of up to 12 months in New York. Your exact schedule will depend on your pregnancy timeline.

We accept:

Medicaid Managed Care:

• Emblem

• Fidelis Care

• HealthFirst

• MetroPlus

• MVP

• Molina

Commercial Insurance & Client Reimbursement

• CDPHP – client must submit claims for reimbursement

• Walmart - client must submit claims for reimbursement
• Carrot - client must get prior approval

Tricare Military

My continuing education, training, and certifications are ongoing, and this list continues to grow.

Doula Training

Mercy in Action Midwifery Assistant Workshop

Birth Arts International Monitrice (Birth and Postpartum) and Midwives Assistant Training Program

WomanCraft Midwifery Beginning Midwifery Workshop

The Swedish Institute Professional Labor Support Training with Niara Healing Arts

Debra Pascali Bonaro, Mother Love Doula Training (DONA)

Related Certifications & Trainings

Breastfeeding Coach and Educator

Essentail Oils Birth Consultant

Licensed ACTT Facilitator

Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula

Certified Infant Massage Teacher

Certified Cooperative Childbirth Educator

CPR/AED Certified: Adult/Infant/Child

Certified Perinatal Fitness Instructor

Spinning Babies

Professional Memberships

Breath of Life Birth Christian Birth Workers Association

Evidence Based Birth Pro

Black Christian Birth Workers Network

Women of Deliverance Ministry, Spiritual Midwives

Childbirth Education Association of Metropolitan NY

• Cash

• Credit/Debit Card

• Zelle (online bank transfer)

• ACH/Online Bank Transfer

• Money Orders

• HSA/FSA (client reimbursement required)

• Medicaid / Medicaid Managed Care

• Other benefits that may require client reimbursement

The benefits of taking a childbirth class have been documented in research. "Benefits of prenatal education classes have included increased confidence for labor and birth among women who attended prenatal classes, higher likelihood of breastfeeding, improved communication between childbearing women and their maternity care providers, decreased need for analgesic medication in labor, and increased satisfaction with birth." 

 Stoll, K. H., & Hall, W. (2012). Childbirth education and obstetric interventions among low-risk canadian women: is there a connection?. The Journal of perinatal education, 21(4), 229–237. https://doi.org/10.1891/1058-1243.21.4.229

Childbirth classes can help you:

Lower your risk of:

• Preventable complications

• Early birth (before 40 weeks)

• Unnecessary cesarean surgery

Increase your chances of:

• Having a full-term, healthy baby

• Starting and maintaining a successful breastfeeding relationship

• Feeling confident as a parent

• Making well-informed decisions about your pregnancy and birth

• Communicating effectively with your healthcare team

Childbirth classes are for anyone who wants to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare them to make better birth choices. They direct your focus to what is most useful for you during pregnancy and birth.

Childbirth classes can be very helpful, even if you’ve read or watched videos. They teach you what to expect and how to make informed decisions with your doctor or midwife.

In class, you’ll learn:

• Questions to ask your care team

• How to care for yourself during pregnancy and after birth

• Ways to prepare for labor

• Newborn care and breastfeeding

Not everything online is correct or helpful. Taking a class can give you reliable information. Studies show that women who take classes often have fewer elective inductions and a better birth experience.

Classes also connect you with someone who can answer your personal questions and support you through pregnancy and birth.

Yes, we offer a personalized, focused session that covers exactly what you want to learn in a short period of time. This lets you get the key information and skills you need right before your birth without committing to a full-length class.

Yes, every pregnancy and birth experience is unique. It's a chance to try something new or change something you didn't like before.

I use the My Doula Visit Workbook with clients, created by Evidence Based Birth. We regularly update the resources we use to stay current with research and recommendations related to pregnancy, physiologic birth, breastfeeding, and early parenting. Resources may include March of Dimes, Childbirth Connections, Evidence Based Birth, and others.

Click here to review our recommended books. A complete list of resources is available to our clients. They may include books, podcasts, videos, articles and/or websites.

Bundling our services offers numerous benefits for expecting families. You can bundle doula care with childbirth classes and/or perinatal coaching. By choosing a bundle, you receive a discount when you combine two or more services. This ensures comprehensive support throughout your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period.