Meet me!
Logan
About Thrive Doula Service
My Commitment
As a doula serving the Greater Grand Rapids Area, my mission is to create a supportive environment where every mom can THRIVE during pregnancy, birth and beyond. I believe that birth should be an empowering experience, and with my support, I hope every mom feels loved, cared for, and confident as she embarks on this incredible journey of motherhood.
What is a doula?
And why you need one!
A doula is a trained professional who provides continuous emotional, physical, and informational support to pregnant mom's and their partners before, during, and after childbirth. (Unlike medical professionals, doulas do not perform medical procedures.)
EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
Doulas offer a compassionate presence, helping to create a calm and supportive environment for the mother while also advocating for the mother's preferences and choices.
PHYSICAL SUPPORT
An important part of a doula's support is providing body balancing techniques. These may include gentle massage, counter-pressure, and positioning techniques to help the laboring mother find comfortable labor positions, release tension, and promote relaxation throughout the birthing experience, ultimately supporting a natural delivery with minimal medical interventions, when desired and appropriate for the birthing person and baby.
INFORMATIONAL SUPPORT
As the rate for women having Cesareans is growing, having a doula support you during your birth decreases the risk of a Cesarean by 39%! Doula's offer evidence-based information throughout your pregnancy and labor, empowering you to understand your options and potential interventions.