"I believe that birth is a powerful rite of passage and that every mother deserves a safe, positive and supported experience."
PREPARING FOR CONSCIOUS PREGNANCY & BIRTH WITH A DOULA
As a birth doula I have learned that a woman's wellbeing is directly connected to her womb, her center and source of creativity and power. I feel deeply called to support and empower women - and their loved ones, before, during, and after birth, and have been a birth worker for five years now.
My approach is client centered, evidence-based, compassionate and free of judgment. I encourage physical, emotional and energetic preparation and will share with you my wisdom and techniques that will encourage you in your confidence and birthing power. You will receive my skilled assistance, nurturance, and when needed I can advocate for your wishes and act as a liaison. Most importantly I will support you in staying connected to your innate strength, womb-wisdom, and baby during this transformational time.
My doula offerings are tailored specifically to your needs. I have assisted both medicated and non-medicated births, and support women in choosing what feels right for them. My greatest wish is for you to have a safe and positive experience.
I currently offer my doula services solo, or even better in a partnership with another wonderful and local doula. With two doulas you will benefit from both of our experience, knowledge and gifts, for the price of one! We will both be present during our prenatal sessions, and during the birth you will have either one or both of us by your side depending on availability.
I am a certified birth doula through Natural Resources, have completed the beginner and advanced home-birth midwifery intensive courses through Heart and Hands Midwifery under Elizabeth Davis, and am taking nurse midwifery pre-requisites at my local city college. I studied Prenatal Yoga under Jane Austin and am a certified Yoga instructor through Laughing Lotus. I have also attended and completed Rachel Yellin’s Hypnobirthing course. I am certified somatic sex therapist under the ACSB and certified Reiki practitioner.
I am fluent in Spanish and Italian, and love practicing my Hindi and Nepali!
As your doula I can...
help create self-care practices in preparation for your birthing experience that will support you in your confidence and birthing power
assist you in creating a birth-plan
help you self-educate by sharing my knowledge, pertinent books, articles, and documentaries so you can make informed choices
help you gain a clear understanding of the procedures, sequence of protocols and possible complications during pregnancy or delivery
introduce you, and your partner, to pain-relief techniques, including: breathing techniques, relaxation techniques, massage and laboring positions
be there with you during your birth
help you be physically, emotionally and mentally comfortable during your birth
suggest and remind you of helpful positions, relaxation and pain reduction techniques
provide reassurance to you and your birthing team/family/friends
act as a liaison when needed
help find local resources and support you may be seeking
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TESTIMONIALS
“Satchita is a wonderful doula and I would recommend her to any woman who wants to take control of her birthing experience while being supported by a nurturing, knowledgable soul. Her knowledge of the current research and facts about pregnancy and birth were reassuring and her ability to share information, without pushing me in any particular direction, empowered me to make decisions about my body and my baby that resulted in a healthy natural birth experience. I believe that my baby and I had such a positive experience because of her strong support and encouragement” ~Luisa, Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, San Francisco
“Satchita served as my doula during the birth of my first child. In searching for a doula, I wanted someone who made me feel comfortable and who would help me stay calm when things got hairy in the birthing room. I was thinking about medication and ended up not needing or getting it! Thanks to her support my labor was short and smooth. Not so many people would take the time to educate you, and she was so sweet to do so! Satchita has a very strong work ethic, and took the time to follow up with me after the birth and made me feel seen and supported. I was so impressed with every part of the process - she was the perfect fit for me. Thank you again!” - Demetria, St. Lukes, San Francisco
“Satchita was a calming force during my labor and delivery. You can tell she is very passionate and interested in the entire birthing process. As a doula, she was supportive of my decisions and I knew I could count on her to do whatever was asked” - Amanda, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Burlingame