Doula Collective California
Nurturing Every Birth, Empowering Every Woman
"I share my story with you to bolster your belief in your body's abilities, your determination to do what you believe is best for you and your baby, and to fight for your rights as a woman. I would be honored to be your advocate.
As a Certified Birth Doula, Birth Coach, and Postpartum Doula I desire to support every woman I assist in having the birth she knows is right for her." - Micah Lively
My Story, My Philosophy
My passion for helping women have the birth they desire began decades ago when I started my journey into motherhood. As a 20-year-old with little knowledge of birthing, the birth process, my rights, and with no empowerment, I began motherhood at a deficit. Beginning in lack did not set me up for success and led to me having a C-section. My birth was traumatic. It stole my power. It risked my life, as well as my baby's life.
Evidenced-Based Research has found that overall,
individuals who have continuous support during childbirth experience:
39% decrease in unplanned Cesarean birth
15% increase in the likelihood of a spontaneous vaginal birth
10% decrease in the use of any medications for pain relief
Shorter labors by 41 minutes on average
38% decrease in the baby’s having a low five minute Apgar score
31% decrease in the risk of being dissatisfied with the birth experience...all because of the support of a Birth Doula
Birth Doula Services
Birth Doula Services
*I offer a sliding scale to ensure accessibility
2 Prenatal Appointments
On-Call Support (from 38 weeks through 6 weeks postpartum)
Early Labor Support At Home (help deciding if/when to go to the hospital or birth center)
Labor Support (for home birth, hospital, or birth center throughout labor and usually about one hour postpartum)
Birth Coaching
Postpartum Services
Birth Processing
Help Navigate The Intense Hormonal Changes
Newborn Care
Sleep Training
Help With Your Physical Recovery
Lactation Services
All Of Your Postpartum Questions
Lactation Services
*One 3 hour session for Lactation Consultation
Latch
Feeding Schedule
Feeding Hold And Breast Rotation
Breast / Nipple Care
Pumping
Advising On Safe Milk Handling Guidelines
Nutrition
Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, and Lactation Consultation in Southern California
Phone: (951) 394 - 3410
Email: DoulaCollectiveCalifornia@gmail.com
Instagram: @DoulaCollectiveCalifornia