“Every human being is the universe kissing the earth.” ~Brother Blue (grandfather of American Storytelling)
What is a Doula?
A Doula is a birth professional, sometimes referred to as a labor assistant. Doulas provide emotional, physical, and informational support to birthing women and their families.
As your Doula...
I will encourage you through your birth experience into your journey as a parent. Whether you are expecting your first child or your sixth, I believe you know how to birth. Birth is a right of passage. You will carry the memory of your birth into the rest of your life, and I believe you deserve the whole of your process to be honored every step of the way. I am experienced in working with diverse communities and familiar with a wide array of birth traditions, cultural practices, and beliefs. I follow the DONA Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
What is unique about my practice is the breadth and depth of my experience working with families in related professions. I have worked with families as a teacher and administrator in Waldorf education. I have facilitated Attachment Parenting groups and currently facilitate Simplicity Parenting integration groups. I carry with me a wealth of knowledge and training to support women and families, and I hold a Master’s degree in Human Development.
My training as a Doula was completed with Gail Tully of Spinning Babies and the Turtle Women Doula Project of MN. Turtle Women, a diverse community with Native American roots, were featured in Mothering Magazine Issue 127, November/December 2004. Though I have been a Doula for more than a decade, I continue my training to learn about new issues and trends. I currently meet with a group of wonderful women at Big Belly Doula Services and will be taking courses at Simkin Center for Allied Birth Vocations at Bastyr this year.
To interview me, please contact jessica@ensoularts.com
I look forward to hearing from you!
