Doula Services
Prenatal, Birth, Postpartum
Your journey through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum is sacred and transformative. At Honor My Vessel, I am dedicated to walking alongside you with nurturing, trauma-informed, and holistic care. As an experienced birth and postpartum doula with a background in somatic bodywork, I blend emotional support with physical healing to create a safe and empowering space for you and your family.
Each moment we share is rooted in honoring your body’s wisdom and the resilience within you. Whether you’re preparing for birth, transitioning into parenthood, or navigating postpartum recovery, my mission is to help you feel grounded, confident, and deeply supported.
What Does a Doula Do?
A Doula specializes in offering comfort and reassurance to the mother before, during, or after birth. Doulas are not medical professionals, but may be present during birth and aid in communication, coaching, and emotional support. Studies show that Doula care can help mothers in numerous ways, including decreased length of labor, less use of medication, decreased stress, and helping partners find their comfort level in the space.
The primary goal is to support the mother and family by taking on responsibilities that will allow the mother to experience less stress, more joy, and better engage with the birth experience and newborn.
Why Work with Me?
Holistic Expertise
As a doula and bodyworker, I bring a unique combination of physical and emotional care that helps me create a comprehensive and nurturing experience for my clients.
Trauma-Informed Care
My somatic and trauma-sensitive approach ensures that you feel safe, supported, and empowered every step of the way.
Personalized + Intuitive Support
Every family is unique, and I tailor my services to meet your specific needs, providing a calm, reliable, and compassionate presence.
Birth Planning
With Honor My Vessel, you gain not only a doula but a partner who is dedicated to supporting your strength, wisdom, and well-being.
Doula Services
I offer doula services for every step of the birth process. Together, we will build a customized plan that accommodates your needs while staying in budget.
Prenatal Services
Holistic Prenatal Support Sessions
Prenatal Doula services address your needs leading up to birth.
Educational Support
Guidance on childbirth education, birthing positions, and natural pain management techniques, such as relaxation, breathwork, and movement
Somatic Bodywork
Targeted prenatal massage and somatic techniques to ease physical discomfort, promote relaxation, and help you connect deeply with your body and baby.
Emotional Preparation
Support in addressing fears, concerns, or past trauma to create a calm, centered mindset leading up to labor.
Birth Planning
Together, we’ll craft a personalized birth plan that reflects your preferences, empowering you to make informed decisions
Birth Services
Empowerment, Intuition, Grounded Support
These one-on-one sessions are designed to prepare your body, mind, and spirit for labor and birth.
Personalized Birth Preparation
Together we’ll create a customized birth plan that reflects your unique desires and values. With natural pain management techniques such as breathwork, relaxation, and movement, I will guide you toward an empowered birthing experience.
Hands-On Comfort Techniques
Drawing from my expertise in bodywork, I offer specialized massage, acupressure, and movement support to alleviate discomfort and promote relaxation during labor. These tools help you connect with your body’s innate wisdom and find calm amidst intensity.
Continuous Guidance + Advocacy
From pregnancy through postpartum, I provide evidence-based education, emotional reassurance, and intuitive presence, helping you feel informed and confident every step of the way.
Postpartum Services
Gentle, Holistic, Nurturing Care
Postpartum Doula services address your needs after birth.
Emotional Support
I provide a nonjudgmental, compassionate presence, offering a safe space to process emotions, discuss concerns, and navigate the ups and downs of postpartum life.
Breastfeeding + Feeding Guide
Whether breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or a combination, I assist with proper latch techniques, troubleshooting challenges, and finding a feeding routine that works for you and your baby.
Newborn Care Education
I offer hands-on guidance in diapering, swaddling, sleep routines, and understanding your baby’s cues, empowering you to feel confident in your care.
Postpartum Bodywork
Using targeted massage and bodywork techniques, I help relieve tension, encourage healing, and promote relaxation to support your recovery.
Household Support
To ease your transition, I assist with light cleaning, meal prep, laundry, and sibling adjustment, allowing you to focus on bonding with your baby and self-care.
Energetic + Holistic Healing
I incorporate somatic practices, grounding techniques, and energy work to help release trauma, balance emotions, and encourage physical healing.
Pricing + Hourly Rates
Pricing breaks down into three categories: Birth, Hourly, and Massage
The Birth Package – $1850
The Birth Package provides Doula support during the delivery process.
Massage Hourly Rate – $160
Prenatal and Postpartum Massages are priced at my standard massage rate.
Standard Hourly Rate – $60
Education, cooking, cleaning, and other Prenatal and Postpartum services.
Experience + Background
I have over nine years of experience supporting families in San Diego and surrounding areas. Certified in somatic bodywork, trauma-sensitive practices, and birth/postpartum care, I am deeply committed to helping families navigate life’s transitions with confidence and grace.
As I continue to expand my offerings, I am also exploring end-of-life doula services to provide holistic care through every stage of life’s journey.
For free consultation and a quote, contact me.