Doula:

a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to their client before, during and shortly after childbirth to help them achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible.

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What is a doula?

A doula is a sister who supports you through the birth space and journey of the beginning of motherhood. It is my belief that we all used to be held by our sisters, mothers, and grandmothers of our village, and doulas did not exist, however because of where our society is, this role has come to be of great importance.

A doula offers you the support you deserve, and reconnects you to the community-based care our ancestors provided. We empower you through childbirth, fostering a nurturing environment, and help you reclaim a sacred, personalized birth experience.

  • "It has been shown that those who have doulas are more likely to have a normal vaginal birth and less likely to have pain medication, negative feelings about childbirth, and Cesareans. In addition, their labors are shorter and their babies are less likely to have complications at birth."

    Evidencebasedbirth.com

  • "A recent Cochrane Review, 'Continuous Support for Women During Childbirth' showed a very high number of positive birth outcomes when a doula was present."

    American Pregnancy Association

  • "Participants who received continuous support had labors that were shorter by about 40 minutes on average, and their babies were less likely to have low Apgar scores at birth (an Apgar score is a measure of a baby’s immediate health at birth)"

    Evidencebasedbirth.com

Education

  • Birth/Postpartum Doula Certification Program 

    Doula Thrive, 2023-2024

  • Holistic Childbirth Education Course

Spiral of Life Midwifery Services, 2025

  • Back to Breastfeeding: Holistic Lactation Preparation 

Sacred Space Birth Services, November 2023

  • Spinning Babies Training

Nikki Zerfas, 2025

  • The Rebozo Reborn Training

    Blissful Birthing, 2025

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Testimonials

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“Tona has an exceptional ability to feel the space and energy of the room, and the family nervous system. She was incredibly mentally and emotionally supportive!” - Deena

Tona was incredibly helpful in our journey to prepare for pregnancy, labor, birth and postpartum. She provided meaningful resources and support from prenatal to postpartum. - Zoe

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“We are just so grateful for Tona throughout this process. She was a huge part in [my wife] feeling mentally ready for this huge moment. We can’t thank you enough!” - Derek