When I tell someone I'm a doula, their first reaction is often confusion. When they ask what a doula is, my favorite way to describe this work is, "mothering the mother". So often, the parents are overlooked in the process of welcoming a baby. I founded Queen of Cups to change that. Caring for families during the most exciting but also most vulnerable time in their lives is my calling. My job is to leave a family feeling better than when I arrived by providing emotional and physical support, education, information, and resources. I particularly take interest in helping LGBTQIA+ families, neurodivergent parents, and parents dealing with a postpartum mood disorder.
My whole life, I always wanted to go into healthcare. Coming from a very medicine focused family, I felt like the medical field was ingrained in me. I decided on a career as a NICU nurse. In the fall of 2019, I started nursing school. However, we all know what happened in 2020...
I withdrew from nursing school and started nannying while I decided on my next steps. After seeing the mistreatment of healthcare workers during the height of COVID, I knew nursing was no longer the path for me.
While nannying, I really connected with new parents and newborns. I realized that birth and postpartum work is my calling. Reinvigorated, I started researching and discovered that I could make a career out of doing what I love. I found a training course that resonated with me from Bebo Mia and started their MSP program in March of 2021. During my doula schooling, I developed a passion for birth as well. I truly believe this is what I was always meant to do and I'm so glad I found my way here.
I'm so excited to be on this journey with you and I can't wait to support you through the whole process.
I am dedicated to providing inclusive care to folks of all backgrounds and identities. I respect and honor each person's unique needs and preferences, and strive to create a welcoming environment for all. This is safe place for LGBTQIA+ individuals, POC, and other marginalized groups.
I place great importance on providing evidence resources and information. I also stay current on all recommendations from the AAP, ACOG, and WHO and recent research and studies. I will make sure you have the most information possible to make a fully informed decision.
At a time when just about everyone in your life has an opinion on your decisions, I will be an unconditionally supportive listening ear. I do not push my beliefs on you. You are doing what is best for you and your baby.
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