Frequently Asked Questions

As a doula, I am a trained non medical professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and evidence based educational support to a woman and her family during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. During childbirth, I help provide comfort, encouragement, and support while reminding women of the power they hold. Here's a breakdown of what my doula services include:

• Prenatal Support: Before childbirth, I meet with the expecting parents to discuss birth plans, answer questions, and provide education on the birthing process. This helps parents make informed decisions and to prepare for the birth.
• Labor and Delivery Support: During labor, I assist with techniques to alleviate pain, provide reassurance, and support the partner in actively assisting the mother. I can also support the partner in advocating wishes during labor by helping you both understand all medical procedures and interventions that could be happening and how it aligns with the birth wishes. 
• Postpartum Support: I can assist with the first latch of breastfeeding which is a critical moment for mother and baby by setting the stage for a successful breastfeeding experience. I will also be sure that the family is settled and comfortable before leaving. Within the 6 weeks postpartum, I will be checking in with the family to process the birth, answer questions, and provide any referrals and resources to ensure you have all of the support you need.

Many women and their partners find that having a doula provides invaluable support during one of the most transformative experiences of their lives. Numerous studies have shown that the presence of a doula during birth can lead to shorter labor times, reduced need for pain medication, fewer cesarean sections, and a more positive overall birth experience.

I provide services to families across the Greater Nashville, TN region, covering areas such as Brentwood, Belle Meade, Hermitage, Mt. Juliet, La Vergne, Smyrna, Murfreesboro, and Lebanon. If your location isn't mentioned, please don't hesitate to reach out!

For the Well Rounded Mamas package, I prefer to take clients on as early as 12 weeks pregnant as this gives us plenty of time to build relationship, implement healthy habits, and educate you on your choices during your pregnancy. For this package, I prefer to not take on clients once they are past 30 weeks pregnant but instead can offer coaching as an add on service to my Doula Support Only package. For those seeking doula support only, I am open to accepting clients up to 35 weeks, pending the availability in my schedule.

The Well Rounded Mama package includes 20 one on one personal training sessions which are created specially for you. These sessions are to take place in my private gym located in Antioch. If you wish for these sessions to be at your location, a travel fee will be applied. 

The Well Rounded Mama package includes 20 coaching calls where we will strategize around your fitness, nutrition, pregnancy, and birth planning. This will look different for every client as it is very specific to your individual needs and desires. The goal with these calls is for you to walk away with a clear action plan to help you feel at ease with your pregnancy and also be most successful with your goals and intentions.