About MeMy name is Stacy, and I'm pleased you are considering me to be your doula! I grew up in Washington state, but lived in northern Utah for awhile and recently moved to Idaho with my family and we are loving the adventure! My husband and I have been married for 11 years and we have four children who keep us on our toes. For fun we like to get out and explore new areas, trying new hikes, and we are huge football fans both college and professional.
Seven years ago when my first son was born I learned quickly and personally what a life changing event a woman's labor and delivery can be. I learned then, that even when mother and baby are both safe and healthy, lingering emotional trauma can exist because of events that occurred during birth. When I became pregnant with my second son I planned for a much different experience. From that time, and that healing birth, I have come to know that a woman's birth is something I am passionate about supporting. It is sacred and beautiful to watch an empowered woman tap into her natural instincts and bring a new life to this planet. |
Photo Credit above: Treya Sayad
Photo Credit below: Angela Taylor Photography
Photo Credit below: Angela Taylor Photography
Birth PhilosophyI believe that birth is a sacred experience that deserves to be treated as such. I believe women were divinely designed to give birth and if they are able to trust and tap into their natural instincts it can be an empowering event to shape their identity. I believe every woman should be supported in the type of birth they want, in the place that they feel is best for them, with the people they choose to be around them. I believe that it is my role as a doula to do everything I can to help my clients feel supported, like they have options, and that they are respected.
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"When my wife first told me that she wanted to have a doula, I was a little disappointed, perhaps confused. This was our third baby and I had always tried my best to be the support coach that she needed. We had attended classes together and practiced the breathing techniques, what more could she need? But I fully supported her decision and was happy to have Stacy attend the birth. Once all of the chaos of delivery was finished I remember making the comment to my wife, that whatever we were paying her that we should double it! She was awesome! She wasn't there to replace me, but to support my wife and I as a team. Having gone through labor herself, she could anticipate my wife's physical and emotional needs better than I could, but I was never left out. After the delivery my wife asked that Stacy stay by her to work through the after birth and stitchs to allow me to stay by the baby's side. I knew that my wife would be in good hands and I appreciated the opportunity that it gave me to focus on the joys of being a father during that time." -Matt B.