Birth and early parenthood are among the most profound transitions in a person’s life. During these moments of change, having steady and thoughtful support can make a meaningful difference in how individuals experience their bodies, their births, and their entry into parenthood.

My Philosophy

For as long as people have been giving birth, they have been supported by others who offer presence, knowledge, and care. Doula care continues this tradition.

My work is grounded in respect for each person’s autonomy and lived experience. Care is trauma-informed and consent-based, with attention to body literacy and the relationship between the mind, body, and nervous system. Through conversation, preparation, and body-based awareness, I aim to support individuals in feeling more connected to their bodies and more confident as they navigate the significant moments of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

My intention is that families feel informed, supported, and deeply respected throughout their experience.

The First 42 Days After Birth

The weeks following birth are a deeply important period of recovery and integration. In many cultures, the first 42 days after birth are recognized as a time when the mother benefits from warmth, nourishment, rest, and attentive care.

Inspired by these traditions, my approach to postpartum support emphasizes creating a calm and nourishing environment where the mother can rest and recover while adjusting to life with a newborn. 

This perspective draws inspiration from traditional systems of care such as Ayurveda, traditional Chinese medicine, and herbalism, which emphasize restoration, nourishment, and balance following birth.

At the heart of this approach is a simple understanding: when the mother is cared for, supported, and nourished, the well-being of the baby and the family is naturally supported as well.

Body-Based Support

Within my doula practice, I offer gentle soins corporels designed to support relaxation, recovery, and reconnection with the body. These practices may include nurturing touch, massage, and somatic movement intended to help the body settle, restore circulation, and ease the physical transitions that accompany pregnancy and postpartum.

A Complement to Medical Care

Doula support is non-medical and is intended to complement, not replace, care provided by licensed healthcare professionals.

About me

My background includes studies in anthropology, sociology, and psychology, alongside training in hatha yoga, coaching, including relationship and intimacy work, somatic practices, cyclical living, and perinatal support. Together, these perspectives shape the way I accompany families through a holistic, mindful approach — with attention to the mind–body connection, cultural context, relational dynamics, and the emotional landscape of pregnancy and birth.

This work is rooted in deep respect for the transformative nature of birth and understanding of trust, vulnerability, and the importance of creating spaces where individuals feel secure and supported.

Alicia