Doula Service
Women have been helping women give birth over the centuries, many of us deep inside desire sisterhood in childbirth. Ever since birth has become industrialized, we have lost a lot of culture and tradition that holds birthing sacred. A positive birth experience creates a life-long fulfilling foundation for families to build on. A great birth is followed by warm memories.
Despite the guidance of childbirth classes and philosophies about birth; sometimes birth can become so intense that a mama may get scared or the partner may be in need of reassurance that everything is unfolding as it should. A doula holds that space for birthing parents acting as a crutch when stuff gets "thick". Doulas are the grounding force for the birthing couple while providing continuous emotional and physical support. I make sure you eat for energy even though you do not feel hungry, I ensure that you stay hydrated even when you've forgotten you're thirsty, I provide relaxing massage when your muscles are tense, I am your set of eyes to lock into when you need to be encouraged, I help you move your body in ways to help baby get out...I support your partner so we (your birth team) can together help you.
All doulas are different and there is a right doula for everyone. I have a network of amazing doulas that I can refer you to if needed. I personally like to build a relationship ahead of time so we don't feel like strangers on your special day. I like to meet up several times while you are pregnant and during those times, I will take you on guided meditations, help you create affirmations to support your perfect birthing day, talk about pain and fears and how to reframe them, and together figure out ways that I can best support you.
On your birthing day; I am with you until the end. No matter what happens I am by your side. I will help you maintain that state of peace so you are present when you meet your darling baby. Birth is as safe as life gets and cannot be controlled, however, working together and figuring out WHAT we CAN control then consciously CONTROLLING it is what I can do for you. xo
Despite the guidance of childbirth classes and philosophies about birth; sometimes birth can become so intense that a mama may get scared or the partner may be in need of reassurance that everything is unfolding as it should. A doula holds that space for birthing parents acting as a crutch when stuff gets "thick". Doulas are the grounding force for the birthing couple while providing continuous emotional and physical support. I make sure you eat for energy even though you do not feel hungry, I ensure that you stay hydrated even when you've forgotten you're thirsty, I provide relaxing massage when your muscles are tense, I am your set of eyes to lock into when you need to be encouraged, I help you move your body in ways to help baby get out...I support your partner so we (your birth team) can together help you.
All doulas are different and there is a right doula for everyone. I have a network of amazing doulas that I can refer you to if needed. I personally like to build a relationship ahead of time so we don't feel like strangers on your special day. I like to meet up several times while you are pregnant and during those times, I will take you on guided meditations, help you create affirmations to support your perfect birthing day, talk about pain and fears and how to reframe them, and together figure out ways that I can best support you.
On your birthing day; I am with you until the end. No matter what happens I am by your side. I will help you maintain that state of peace so you are present when you meet your darling baby. Birth is as safe as life gets and cannot be controlled, however, working together and figuring out WHAT we CAN control then consciously CONTROLLING it is what I can do for you. xo
Testimonials
~Shannon was amazing. I could not have done it without her. I had 20 hours of excruciating back labor and she was with us the whole time. She is meant to do this:) - Christine
~I couldn't have done it without Shannon. We recommend her highly to anyone who is pregnant. Her soothing demeanor really grounded me and helped me before, during and after labor. -Suz
~I was truly grateful that Shannon went ABOVE & BEYOND in every way to make all aspects of my birth experience super special! -Jennica
~Shannon was fantastic! Not only did she support me surrounding labor but supported my mom and baby's father throughout. -Kalin
~Shannon was the spiritual, emotional and "sister" support I needed. -Daisy
~I couldn't have done it without Shannon. We recommend her highly to anyone who is pregnant. Her soothing demeanor really grounded me and helped me before, during and after labor. -Suz
~I was truly grateful that Shannon went ABOVE & BEYOND in every way to make all aspects of my birth experience super special! -Jennica
~Shannon was fantastic! Not only did she support me surrounding labor but supported my mom and baby's father throughout. -Kalin
~Shannon was the spiritual, emotional and "sister" support I needed. -Daisy
Doula Service
Doula service includes 2 prenatal visits, guided visualizations, doTERRA essential oils, Reiki, birth plan help, your birth and 1 post-partum visit.