"Marlo is much more than just a postpartum doula, she's a giving person with bits of advice that come with experience and solid knowledge.  She gives you the boost of confidence and experienced answers all new parents are looking for.  I am a first time mom of beautiful twin boys with no immediate family in the area.  It didn't matter what I read, how many classes I took, Marlo's words always assured me that it would get better. Sometimes just knowing that we have a great doula is all we need when the babies are fussing, not sleeping or eating all the time. Best of all, she continues to check in with you to see how you're doing and help you through tough days."

Having a baby is a time of great excitement and anticipation, but it can also be an overwhelming and exhausting period in one's life and new parents tend to forget about their own needs.  My job is to help nurture the mom and her family as a teacher, role model, friend and provider of unconditional support.  It is my goal to help you better understand your baby's needs, encourage you to parent through instinct and guide you into creating a positive experience in your role as a new parent.

By offering practical assistance and emotional support, it will enable you to feel more confident in meeting the challenges a new baby brings.  I'll be there to answer questions and to provide assurance in a gentle, non-judgemental way. 
   
Statistics prove and Medical Professionals agree that when a woman is supported throughout the postpartum period by a trained, professional doula, the process is tremendously more rewarding and less difficult.

Research and studies indicate many benefits of having a postpartum doula including:

•    Greater success with breastfeeding.
•    Lower risk of postpartum depression.
•    Greater self confidence in their parenting skills.
•    Greater success in adapting to new family dynamics.

Please note, that although the benefits of using professional birth and postpartum support are documented, I can not guarantee outcomes.