Labor Support Services
Once labor begins, I’m with you until you’ve met your baby!
As your birth doula, I’m here to provide constant, compassionate support throughout your labor. My focus is on your comfort, well-being, and birth preferences, guiding you through each stage with hands-on care and reassurance.
While I don’t make medical decisions, I work alongside your healthcare team to ensure your wishes are respected. My goal is to create a nurturing environment where you feel empowered, informed, and fully supported in your birth journey.
It would be my honor to support you during this extraordinary experience.
“Sandy was an angel. I hope to have her at all my births. “
-Mary M.
I am here to make your birthing experience as positive, meaningful, and empowering as possible, supporting you in every way I can to bring your birth vision to life.
How I Support You During Labor
Emotional Support
Labor can be both intense and beautiful, and I am here to provide you with calm and encouragement through it all.
I’ll be a reassuring presence, offering gentle words, a steady hand, and a heart fully invested in your comfort and well-being.
Together, we’ll create a warm, positive environment where you feel safe, strong, and deeply supported.
Informational Support
Empowerment comes from knowing your choices.
I’m here to provide clear, evidence-based information on all aspects of labor, from positions and breathing techniques to pain management options and potential interventions.
This knowledge allows you to make decisions that resonate with your birth preferences, helping you feel confident in every step you take.
Physical Support
Labor can demand a lot from your body, and I’m here to help ease the journey with compassionate, hands-on care.
Through gentle massage, counter-pressure, breathing exercises, and positioning techniques, I work to relieve discomfort, encourage relaxation, and help you find your rhythm.
My goal is to make you feel as comfortable and at ease as possible.
Advocacy
Your voice matters deeply in this experience.
I am here to ensure your wishes are respected, helping to facilitate open, respectful communication with your healthcare team.
Whether it’s making sure you feel heard or supporting your choices, I’m dedicated to creating an environment where you feel seen, valued, and confident.
Continuous Presence
Labor doesn’t follow a schedule, and I’m here for the entire journey—no matter how long it takes.
My continuous support brings a sense of calm and security, helping to reduce anxiety and allowing you to focus fully on the birth process.
You’re never alone; I’ll be by your side every step of the way.
Partner Support
Your partner is a vital part of this experience, and I’m here to support them, too.
I offer guidance on how they can best assist you, empowering them to feel confident and engaged.
Together, we create a strong, loving team that surrounds you with care and encouragement.
Birth Plan Assistance
If you’d like, I can help you develop a birth plan that truly reflects your desires and preferences.
We’ll clarify what’s most important to you, and I’ll work with you to communicate these wishes to your medical team, so you feel fully prepared and supported.