CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PREGNANCY!
Planning and preparing for your baby is an exciting time. With so much transition ahead, preparing for birth can sometimes feel overwhelming. Hiring a birth doula can ease some of the stress by providing educational, emotional, and physical support in the months leading up to your birth as well as during your labor process and postpartum period.
My Services
BIRTH DOULA
As a certified birth doula, I offer personalized, compassionate support tailored to your unique journey. I am committed to education and empowerment, helping you to be an active participant in your birth. My goal is to guide you and your partner in a safe, inclusive environment where you feel confident, respected and supported every step of the way.
Postpartum Doula
As a certified postpartum doula, I provide compassionate support to families during the crucial postpartum period. I offer practical assistance with infant care and household tasks, education on newborn care and self-care, and emotional reassurance. My goal is to create a nurturing environment where new parents feel uplifted and supported as they adjust to their new roles.
I am deeply passionate about supporting families throughout their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journeys. As a certified birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, newborn care instructor, and registered yoga teacher, I bring a holistic approach to my services. I also have a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I currently work as an educator at GROW Prenatal & Family Center and participate in the Volunteer Doula Program at University Of Vermont Medical Center.
My love for pregnancy, birth, and newborn care began in childhood and has only grown over the years. I have been providing childcare in various capacities since my early teens, but my official journey into birth work ignited after the birth of my first daughter in 2011. This experience fueled my desire to support families during this transformative transition.
I believe that every birth is unique and that individuals have the right to make informed choices about their experiences. My approach centers on providing calm, nurturing support tailored to you and your partner’s needs, ensuring that you feel respected and empowered throughout your journey.
About Me
Testimonials
“We were extremely lucky to have Meg as our doula for the birth of our second child. I can’t begin to express how helpful she was during the birthing process. Her knowledge, compassion and care was something I will always remember and cherish. She is amazing at what she does and I would highly recommend her to anyone who is bringing a baby into this world. Thank you, Meg!” Victoria B.
“Our family welcomed Meg into our home when our new baby was just 5 weeks old. She was such a warm and friendly presence that provided us both with much needed support and encouragement. Meg, who has also taught a newborn care class we attended, was able to kindly and non-judgmentally answer questions we had as new parents and also helped us with some tasks around the house, which allowed us to feel recharged, like we had more time to spend with our new baby, and relax. We would wholeheartedly suggest Meg to any new parents and growing families.” -Natalie
“We cannot recommend Meg highly enough. She was with us every step of the way. As first time parents, meeting with Meg before labor and delivery helped us to plan ahead and discuss topics we wouldn’t have known to plan for.
She came to our house to support me at home when labor began, taking short walks and helping me pass the time as contractions strengthened. Once we were at the hospital, it was comforting to know someone was there who had my back and who knew the ins and outs of the labor and delivery unit. She helped me to advocate for myself on different laboring options based on my specific needs and preferences. She also helped my husband feel more confident in his support role during labor. Meg really brought us together as partners which set us up for success during the newborn stage, too…
Meg’s services were so valuable to our family. Having her there relieved any feelings of doubt or anxiety during a time that could have felt like we didn’t know what we were doing. Meg clearly has a gift for seeing people for who they are and bringing out the best in them during an otherwise stressful and magical time. Hire Meg to support you and you’ll be grateful you did!”
-A & J
“Meg helped my daughter and son in law bring our newest family member into the world. All three of us were and are so incredibly grateful for her kindness, skills and experience. What she provided for my daughter and us was a blessing and I am so thankful to have had her there to help our family. She was nothing short of amazing! She was gentle and kind…My daughter trusted Meg and she guided her through the experience, trying new positions, massage, focus, and exuding a warmth that was so welcome...I am in awe of how incredible humans who bring children into this world are. Meg being a part of that journey for families and helping navigate the changes, discomfort and choices is such good work. I thank her from the bottom of our hearts. We feel so lucky and happy to have had Meg’s help!” -N.L.