Earthside Holistic Birth and Postpartum is a haven for those seeking deeply supportive and transformative support throughout their pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey.
I offer truly integrative care in to pregnancy, birth and postpartum. My birth work is grounded in evidence-based science and informed consent, interwoven with ceremony & ritual, physiological birth practices and holistic health. My postpartum care is mother-focused- a time of healing and being held. My approach is rooted in holistic practices, bodywork and nutrition that provide the nourishment, balance, and restoration your body, mind, and spirit crave after birth.
From pregnancy through birth and postpartum, my care packages are comprehensive and fully customizable. They include private classes, nutritional guidance, movement and bodywork, lactation support, evidence-based information, both holistic and medical approaches in pregnancy, birth and postpartum and space to explore the emotional and spiritual transformation of becoming a mother.
BECOMING A PARENT IS A PROFOUND TRANSFORMATION- ONE FILLED WITH QUESTIONS, ANTICIPATION, VULNERABILITY AND DEEP JOY. IN A WORLD OVERFLOWING WITH INFORMATION AND WELL-MEANING ADVICE, IT’S EASY TO FEEL OVERWHELMED AND LOSE TOUCH WITH YOUR VALUES AND VISION FOR YOUR BIRTH.
I offer more than just evidence-based knowledge about birth (though you’ll absolutely get that). Together, we slow down and go deeper than knowledge. We tune in and tap into your inner wisdom, honoring your values and centering your voice. We go deeper into self-reflection and exploration to prepare not just your mind, but your body and heart for birth and beyond. This is about more than knowledge — it’s about feeling supported, seen and confident as you cross the threshold into parenthood.
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PREGNANCY
Trimester by trimester guide to caring for your body, deepening your relationship with your baby and trust in your body, while honoring your individual needs and values as a mother through every phase of pregnancy, including:
-week-by-week nutritional requirements and how to achieve them
-empowerment and education on how to advocate for yourself and your values
-holistic cures to common pregnancy ailments, such as morning sickness, heartburn, constipation, swelling, fatigue, anxiety and more
-mindful exercises to unpack fears and deepen your relationship with yourself and your body and ceremonies to connect with your baby in the womb
-herbal support for pregnancy and preparation for labor
-yoga, movement and exercise to help prepare your body and baby for birth
-meditation techniques and affirmations
-support by phone/text days per week throughout pregnancy
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BIRTH
My birth work is grounded in the belief that we are designed and absolutely capable of giving birth. My work in grounded in evidence-based science, physiological birth practices, holistic health & informed consent.
-empowerment and education on how to advocate for yourself and your values during labor and birth
-guidance on creating your birth intentions/plan
-evidence-based guidance to help you make decisions that are aligned with your values and put you in charge of your birth
-hypobirthing: unpacking beliefs and establishing a mindset of trust in yourself, your baby and the birthing process.
-1 on 1 childbirth, lactation, newborn care and postpartum classes
-hospital setting / interventions / newborn procedures
-stages of labor, labor positions + physiology of birth
-breathwork, affirmations and visualization techniques for labor and birth
-natural ways to ease pain and encourage labor
-partners- guidance on how to support your loved one during labor, hands-on tools to stay involved, and reassurance when you need it.
-on-call labor and birth support
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POSTPARTUM
Mother-focused care during your 4th trimester, to include:
-belly binding
-body massage treatments (Abhyanga)
-postpartum chef- planning and preparing of warm, nourishing, nutrient-dense meals, snacks and teas
-overnight support
-lactation/feeding support & education from a certified lactation counselor
-handmade herbal teas, baths, farm style foot soaks & sitz
-moxibustion treatments
-emotional support
-full-spectrum newborn care & education
-infant massage
-herbal tinctures, salves and tonics to nourish and heal your body, support emotional well-being, optimize milk supply and cure common postpartum ailments.
-practical help within the home with a weekly changing of bed-linens, a tidy home & kitchen, organized baby items and clean laundry
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