Elevate Her Doula

Just a doula update.

Becoming a doula has literally been one of the greatest journeys of my life. I've loved learning, growing, and experiencing all that doula life has to offer. I've been quite sad that I'll be taking an unknown break from births. As those are definitely a favorite!

But I'll say this, I've been faced with a challenge I never anticipated. Choices that are Hard and seem impossible. Choices that "defy" all the "doula" things. But then, I realize they don't defy them. They are just challenging. Unique. And giving me a hands on experience.

When I found out I was to welcome my own baby. My dreams were coming true. But, I didn't anticipate the stress that would come with this journey. The amount of tears. The level of fear and uncertainty. My baby has given us a big challenge. First he surprised us rather tall parents with a diagnosis of dwarfism. I literally took a few minutes to digest that information. I knew nothing about this. I have learned much in a short time.

But currently, Dr's are worried he will not have the capacity to develop lungs. This has caused this whole experience to be rather depressing and heart wrenching. Never had I imagined I'd walk such a unique and difficult journey with my baby. Now, unfortunately we have no solid evidence that he won't have those lungs, just strong indicators from ultrasounds. Which, as we doulas know, can be unreliable and off. Add to that, my wiggly baby, extra amniotic fluid and other factors, getting good visibility of baby's chest has been difficult for the Dr's. Already showing his stubborn streak, he kept his arm conveniently over his chest at the last ultrasound. 🫣 Maybe he knows something we don't? I hope so.

All this to say, I don't think my break from births will be in vain. I believe I'm learning, growing, and becoming a doula who will have first hand experience in things no mama wants to experience. But reality is, we do. And for those of us who haven't walked this journey, empathy is amazing, but truly understanding the depth of this journey is a gift. Albeit a gift I'd never willing give someone. As I would never wish this emotional roller coaster on any mama! But I do believe it's building me into a better doula. One who can walk along other mamas walking this journey and truly be able to meet them in their most vulnerable journeys. What a gift!

I look forward to when I can return to births, but I'll glean all I can from my own journey. I am thinking about creating a vlog or similar of this journey, but we shall see.

In the meantime, I'm at high risk for preterm labor so trying to remain more low key. I'm still open for doing placenta processing and breastmilk jewelry. I may need a few weeks off after his actual arrival, but doing these things allows most of the work to be done at home and is low intensity. Which is a need, I am trying to avoid bed rest.

So send me your clients with these needs!! ☺️

What a fabulous day to have a baby!

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Elevate Her Doula is now offering Breast milk Jewelry! Breastfeeding is hard! It's a beautiful sacrifice of love mamas do for their babies! Every journey is unique and may come with fond memories or not so fond memories. Your journey may have been only for a short time. It might have been for a long time over years for multiple children. Maybe you were able to give the gift of donated milk. Perhaps you experienced loss and you had to manage your milk after. No matter your journey, it was yours. And having a piece of jewelry can be a beautiful way to commemorate your journey! If this is something you would like to do, reach out! [email protected] 509-638-4125 (text or call) #doulasofspokane #doulalife #elevateherdoula #doulasareessential #doulaserina #doulasofpnw #doulavibes #breastmilkkeepsake #breastmilkjewelry #jewelrylovers #breasfeedingmom #breastfedbaby #breastfeeding #baby #viralreels

Some more fun samples!

New services offered!

Elevate Her Doula will be changing it up! I'll be taking births now until the end of June. Then I'll be switching gears as I turn my focus to welcoming my own baby boy into the world! But, I can't wait to serve you in other ways as I walk my own birth and postpartum journey. I'll continue offering: Placenta Services. With a short break immediately following my birth. I'll now be offering: Breast milk and placenta Jewelry! Birth Preference (Plan) guidance Zooms! Epoxy keepsakes (will be added soon) Doing these services allows me to be home with my baby while still being a big part of the birth worker world! I look forward to when I return to supporting births! And also serving families in this way as well! Dm if you're looking for any of these specialty services. #doulasofspokane #doulasupportedbirth #doulalife #elevateherdoula #doulaserina #doulasofpnw #doulavibes #doulasareforeveryone #doulasareessential #doulaservices #breastmilkjewelry #breastmilkkeepsake #placentaencapsulation #placentaart #placentaencapsulationspecialist #placentacapsules #placentasareamazing #viralreels #localbusiness #localdoula #viralinstagram

Ok, I have the supplies on the way and plan to begin jewelry production over the next couple weeks! Here are a few samples of similar pieces that will be offered!

The 5 free spots have been filled! I have 8 discounted spots still available! DM for more info!

Looking for a beautiful keepsake of your breast feeding journey?
Whether your journey was short, long or you experienced a loss, let us create a keepsake for you!

I will have more samples coming soon and will be taking pre-orders now!

Reach out today!

It's a new season! I myself am welcoming a baby this summer! I'm so very excited for this dream to finally come true for me!

I am a bit sad to have to step away from births for a time as I Love supporting births! But I'm so very excited to be experiencing my own journey.

In the interim of my postpartum journey I would like to continue in the birth worker world in a way that allows me to be home with my baby. I have not set a date that I'll be returning to accepting births yet as to protect my postpartum journey and allow myself the time to heal and bond.

I will begin offering breast milk and placenta jewelry, epoxy keepsakes, and continue to offer placenta processing services.

To jump start my breast milk/placenta jewelry journey, I will be taking 5 orders completely free! These will be semi basic pieces but will be yours at no cost to you! I will also be taking an additional 10 orders for a discounted price!

I will have more information in the coming days! But if you're wanting breast milk or placenta jewelry, DM me!

It's World Doula week. To all the Amazing doulas out there, near and far! Thank you!

Thank you for pouring your heart and soul into your clients. Thank you for giving of your time, energy, emotions and knowledge to support families as they walk this sacred journey of pregnancy, birth, loss, and postpartum.

When I walked into this journey as a doula, I was blissfully unaware of how intense this line of work is. I have seen and heard things I couldn't have been prepared for without the experiences. I've grown, I've been stretched and my passions have been reinforced. I Love what I do!

If you had/have a doula or know a doula, tell them thank you today!

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Today I witnessed a mama dig deep and find her power! It was incredible! Normally a timid, do what she is told personality, mama shocked even me with her incredible strength to go against the protocol and stand up for what she wanted! Her birth plan had to change but she knew what she and her body and baby needed and she did it! I reminded her that she needs to do what is right for her! And boy howdy she did! Proud doula over here! Go mama! #doulalife #doulasofspokane #elevateherdoula #doulasupportedbirth #doulasareessential #doulaserina #doulasofpnw #doulavibes #findingyourpower #birth #birthsupport #birthplan #strongmama #birthworker #birthstories

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Time to welcome a little Boy to this great big world! #doulasupportedbirth #doula #doulaserina #doulasofspokane #elevateherdoula #doulalife #doulasareessential #doulasofpnw #doulavibes #doulasareforeveryone #baby #babyboy #birth #birthworker #birthdoula #birthstory #happybirthday

It's baby time! 🎊❤️