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I believe pregnancy is a state of wellness. Birth is a life changing transition that deserves support, understanding, and space to unfold in its own way.

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Lauren

Doula • Birth + Family Photographer • Educator • Mom of Two • Athlete

What Matters Most To Me

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It wasn’t until diving headfirst into the birth world with my own two children that I saw just how lacking our systems were in educating and supporting families. After more than a decade teaching children, I chose a new path caring for families during one of life’s most transformative experiences.

Today I help families navigate pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with confidence so they can find joy in their journey.

Education

Because confidence and peace grow when families understand their options.

Presence

You don't need someone taking over. You need someone walking beside you no matter where your journey goes.

Trust

I believe birth works best when you feel safe and loved. I want you to feel empowered to trust your body, own your story, and make the best informed decisions for YOU.

Working With Lauren

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Birth Processing

Your birth story matters. The hard parts. The beautiful parts. All of it deserves to be told and processed.

1:1 Specialty Consult

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Photography Packages

Capture life's rawest and most precious moments from birth, postpartum, and the early years of growing your family.

All encompassing support from pregnancy through postpartum. Together we outline a path forward that's realistic, strategic, and tailored to your specific needs.

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Birth Doula Support

Personalized in-home support focused on healing, recovery, and caring for the whole family. Whether you need an extra set of hands, reassurance, or time to rest, we’re here to help you thrive in the early postpartum weeks.

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Daytime Postpartum Support

VBAC Consults, Breech Consults, and Induction Consults: Sometimes you don't need a full doula package, but you deserve specialized, individual care. Let's come up with a plan together.

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Connect With Lauren

Training + Education

Certified Birth Doula (CD DONA International)

Advanced VBAC Doula Certification (CVD The VBAC Link)

Certified Birth Photographer (Birth Becomes You)

BLS Provider (American Heart Association)

Reteach Breech (Birthing Instincts with Dr. Stu)

In Progress:

Grief Coach Certification (Still Loved Coaching)

Fertility Doula (Doula School International)

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Whether you're preparing for birth, recovering after baby...

or simply looking for someone who understands—

You're held here.