Training that supports physiologic care
Through ongoing coursework in lactation, bodywork, movement, and birth physiology, my approach centers on creating space, supporting nervous system regulation, and working with your body rather than against it. This commitment to continued learning allows me to offer care that is thoughtful, intentional, and responsive to Mom + Baby and honoring their wisdom.
Professional Trainings
Birth Doula Certification
I obtained my doula certification through Madriella in February 2018. This training provided a strong foundation in continuous labor support, physiologic birth, comfort measures, advocacy, and emotional presence. It shaped the way I support families — emphasizing informed choice, calm reassurance, and honoring the body’s natural ability to birth when supported with intention and trust.
Cranial Sacral Therapy and Fascial Unwinding
From May–October 2025, I completed advanced training in Cranial Sacral Therapy and fascial unwinding through Dynamic Body Balancing. This work focuses on gentle, hands-on techniques that support nervous system regulation, releasing tension patterns, and restoring balance. I incorporate this training into my work with both Moms + Babies to address feeding challenges, body tension, and overall function.
Spinning Babies® Aware Practitioner
I was approved as a Spinning Babies® Aware Practitioner in December 2025. This training emphasizes the importance of balance, movement, and physiology in pregnancy and labor. As an Aware Practitioner, I integrate principles of optimal fetal positioning and body balance into my education and bodywork supporting the body’s ability to create space and allowing birth to unfold more efficiently and intuitively.
Certified Lactation Counselor
I became a Certified Lactation Counselor through the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice in November 2018. This training deepened my understanding of breastfeeding physiology, infant feeding dynamics, and family-centered lactation support. It allows me to support feeding challenges with a holistic, evidence-informed lens while honoring the unique needs of each Mom + Baby.