Redondo Beach, CA
Rely on your own intuition and inner wisdom with a supportive doula by your side.
About Me
My journey began with the birth of my first daughter. I had what I thought was a typical hospital birth, an induction with an epidural. Little did I know, my “typical birth” would result in trauma that would leave me physically injured and mentally disempowered as a new mother.
This inspired me to seek answers before the birth of my second child. Through Reiki and the guidance of a wonderful postpartum doula, I was able to process, understand and heal what I had been through.
The result? My second birth experience was the complete opposite of my first - unmedicated, calm and incredibly fast! It ultimately changed the way I view birth and inspired me to help other women discover their radiance and power through birth and postpartum.
When I am not supporting other Mamas, you can find me with my nose in a book or chasing around my two toddlers and our beloved Mini Berneedoodle in Redondo Beach, CA.
Services
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1 prenatal visit to establish birth and postpartum plan
6 postpartum visits, 4 hours each
Text and Phone support throughout the 6 postpartum weeks
Depending on specific needs, mothers will choose from the following education and support services for each session:
Birth education as needed
Process birth and transition to motherhood
Traditional Mexican Medicine Services:
Postpartum Herbal Bath and/or Sitz Bath
Vaginal Herb Steam & Compress
The Sobada: Massage technique from Mexico for postpartum recovery
Cerrar Las Caderas: Closing of the Hips Ceremony
Organic Meal every visit (Ayurvedic or Traditional Mexican options)
Light Breastfeeding Guidance
Newborn care and developmental education
Cosleeping Education and Guidance
Reiki Womb Healing
Movement and Breathwork
Red light therapy
1st “date night” childcare
Light Tidying Up
Investment: $3,000
Monthly payment plans available.
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*Birth services only available as an addition to postpartum package.
6 postpartum visits, 4 hours each
Monthly prenatal visits as of contract signing, 2 hours each
Everything listed above in, "Postpartum Package," plus on call two weeks before and two weeks after due date for Day of Birth Support
Investment: $4,000
Monthly payment plans available.
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Please see “FAQ’s” for what to expect.
50 Minute Session: $125
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Three 50 Minute Sessions: $300
“Maternal health is foundational to humanity’s health”
I believe every woman should have full autonomy in pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and caring for your baby.
FAQs
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Doula support offers numerous advantages for birthing people, contributing to overall well-being and adjustment to parenthood. Some of the key benefits include:
1. Emotional Support and Mental Well-being
2. Facilitating Bonding and Parent-Child Connection
3. Physical Recovery
4. Breastfeeding and Infant Feeding Support
5. Reducing Stress in Household Transitions
6. Empowering Parents and Supporting Confidence
7. Improved Postpartum Adjustment
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I do not provide any medical advice.
I do not speak on your behalf.
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"La cuarentena is a ritual quarantine during the first 40 days postpartum. It’s a period of laying in, resting, bonding with baby, being nourished with easy to digest foods and drinks that heal your body to prevent severe bleeding, warm the uterus, promote healthy lactation, restore vitality, ward off infection, and cleanse your entire organism."
- Thriving Postpartum (Panquetzani, 2024)
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Reiki is a form of gentle energy healing that originated in Japan and focuses on restoring physical, emotional, and spiritual balance through non-invasive touch. For women in pregnancy, postpartum, those recovering from PTSD, or seeking womb healing, reiki offers a soothing, non-invasive way to nurture well-being and healing. Here’s a deeper look at reiki, especially tailored to your needs:
What is Reiki?
Reiki (pronounced ray-kee) means "universal life energy" in Japanese. The practice was developed in the early 20th century by Dr. Mikao Usui, who believed that energy flows through every living being and that balancing this energy is essential to overall wellness. In a reiki session, a practitioner channels healing energy through their hands to the client, which many describe as feeling calming, warm, and deeply restorative.
How Reiki Works for Healing
Reiki works by balancing the body's energy fields, promoting a deep state of relaxation, and activating the body’s natural healing processes. During a session, the practitioner may gently place their hands on or just above specific areas of the body to help clear energy blockages, reduce stress, and support healing. This makes reiki a gentle, safe option, particularly for pregnant women, those postpartum, or anyone navigating sensitive emotional or physical recovery.
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Reiki can be a valuable support during pregnancy, offering gentle, non-invasive healing that aligns well with the physical and emotional experiences of each stage.
Early Pregnancy Support: Reiki may help ease common early symptoms like nausea and fatigue. It also offers emotional support by helping alleviate anxiety and promote a sense of balance and positivity.
Mid-Pregnancy Comfort: As the body undergoes changes, Reiki can aid in relieving discomforts such as back pain, joint strain, and muscle aches by encouraging the body’s natural healing processes. It also nurtures the connection with the baby, fostering a loving, mindful awareness of the baby’s presence and movements.
Promoting Rest and Relaxation: Reiki encourages deep relaxation, which can improve sleep quality during the second trimester when the body is adapting to the pregnancy.
Late Pregnancy Preparation: Reiki can help ease fears or worries related to childbirth, promoting a grounded and calm mindset as labor approaches. Physical discomforts often increase in late pregnancy, and Reiki may help soothe pain from swelling, cramps, and lower back aches. As emotions intensify in the final weeks, Reiki provides a sense of emotional balance, helping manage any feelings of overwhelm or anxiety.
Through each trimester, Reiki supports both body and mind, helping mothers approach childbirth with greater comfort and calm.
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Distance Reiki allows practitioners to transmit healing energy to someone even if they are not physically present. Here is how it generally works in a virtual session over Zoom:
Connecting with Intention: We begin by setting a shared intention for the healing. This intention helps to establish a clear energetic link between us.
Guided Relaxation: Helps quiet your mind, which can enhance sensitivity to energy.
Channeling Energy: The client may feel warmth, tingling, or a sense of peace and calm. Though some people may not feel anything physical, they might notice mental or emotional shifts as the energy flows.
Feedback and Reflection: We debrief to share any impressions, sensations, or emotional shifts that occurred.