Doulas in Fresno
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Natalie Farmer CD(DONA) By phone: 559-281-3894 E-me directly at: mrsfarmb@yahoo.com She is well known in the obstetric community and offers services to families in the Central Valley "My son Tryesen is 6years old; I had pre eclampsia and had him at 37 weeks with a smooth delivery. My daughter Allie is 2 years old and although she was born at 33 week, that delivery was wonderful. After I had Allie my obstetrician approached me about being a Doula, she said I would be great at it. As I talked through this with my husband we realized this was a passion of mine. I knew it would be an area that I would thrive in and be able to help other woman achieve that birth they and their partner want. I am a professionally trained Doula. A Doula is a woman specially trained to provide non-medical support to expectant families. I provide physical, emotional and evidence-based informational support. It is my desire to work with the birth team to enhance my client’s birth experience. Below is an online of my scope of practice. My role is to foster self determination and confidence, thus empowering the families I serve. Though it is not common for moms to encounter difficulties in labor and birth, I am aware that complications happen, making certain interventions necessary. I would also like to acknowledge that Doulas practice in a variety of ways. I am committed to providing the highest degree of professionalism possible and appreciate the opportunity to demonstrate to you how a truly professional Doula provides care to the families she serves." |
Marie Santos CD(DONA) LLLI Peer Counselor By phone:(559) 579-1252 doulasantos@yahoo.com Website: Simplysacredbirth.com Marie Santos is one of our newer Doulas in the Central Valley but has been very busy! I welcome her to the profession and I am pleased and proud to mentor her in her journey. Marie will be taking her own clients as well as assisting me when I need back up. Her first year out as Doula has gained her much experience and I don't consider her "new" anymore!!, Marie brings with her knowledge, passion, and wisdom that I would expect to find in a much more experienced Doula!! "I have been married since January 2007 to my wonderful husband Efrain and we've been growing closer ever since. Our marriage has been blessed with the birth of our son, Efrain Zechariah. My passion in life (other than raising my family) is to provide professional labor services to families and to women like yourself. As a woman who has given birth , I believe it is one of the most awesome events God has especially created for women. Education and continuous support are the keys to achieving a natural birthing experience. I encourage you to read through this web site. E me or call me if you have a question that isn't answered here, or just want to chat about something relevant to your pregnancy, labor or postpartum -" |
Gena Kirby Doula ( DONA cert pending) LLLI Peer Counselor By phone:(559) 930-2032 mommymattersonline@sbcglobal.net Website: MommyMattersonline.com Gena is involved in Birth world in ways too many to mention here! ( See her web for more on this awesome chick!) Gena is new to Doula world, currently finishing her certification, but not new to educating, advocating, and truly caring about women and families. She can heard on the radio on Thursdays at 1pm, at 88.1 FM for her Progressive Parenting show and SEEN on Thursdays at 11am on 33.1/Central Valley talk.com. She also authors and co-authors articles for many local reads. I have mentored Gena in her Doula journey and she occasionally does back up for me when not involved with own clients or the myriad of other things she does. |
| Andrea Cole Doula (DONA cert pending) andrea@doulafresno.com By phone: 559-707-0056 website: Doulafresno.com Andrea is one of our new Doulas, and I welcome her!!! Her main mentor is Amy Dueck CD(DONA), who is training as a Postpartum Doula herself! Andrea has been busy finishing her certification. "Becoming a Doula was something that I really started thinking about after the birth of my second son. For me, giving birth both times had been so empowering, emotional, exciting and wonderful all at the same time…not to mention, extremely hard work! I just felt this strong desire to share my experience with other women through helping them during this unique and special time in their lives." |
| New Doulas!!!! There are several new Doulas working on their certification that I am currently mentoring! They are formally educated and learning the art of supporting families. If your budget is tight but you really want a Doula, consider engaging one of the new girls. I was once a "newbie" too, it was mentorship and the trust of families that helped to shape me into the Doula I am today, you both can learn together, and I am only a phone call away!!! To reach one of the new gals e mail me or Andrea Cole. |