Colorado Doulas Association

Boulder County

Groups

Birth Doulas

Postpartum Doulas

Childbirth and Lactation Educators

Other Birth Professionals

Colorado Doulas Association provides contact information for doulas throughout Colorado in an effort to promote doula services around the state. We are not a certifying or regulatory organization. If you are dissatisfied with the service your doula provides, please contact your doula directly, or contact her certifying organization.

Are you a Doula, Childbirth Educator or other Birth Professional in or around the Boulder Area? If so, your listing could be here!

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Groups

House of Doula, LLC 303-669-0893 or 720-219-8482 www.houseofdoula.com Postpartum Doula, CAPPA Postpartum Doula Trainers Certified - CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA	House of Doula is Colorado's source of CAPPA certified postpartum doula training. Founders Michelle Chrastil and Amanda Glenn provide expert postpartum services to families in the Denver Metro area and refer families looking for reduced rate doula services to our network of House of Doula trained postpartum professionals still undergoing CAPPA's certification process.

With Women, LLC 303-684-1685 With Women Birth Doulas, Postpartum Doulas, Childbirth Educators, Lactation Professionals, Massage Therapists	With Women is a birth and postpartum professional placement company dedicated to assisting families in finding the right support person to meet their needs. We provide nurturing, informative and inclusive care to all families, pregnancy through postpartum. Our team includes birth and postpartum doulas, breastfeeding consultants, childbirth and VBAC educators, massage therapists and more. With Women is committed to meeting the unique needs of our valued clients.

Birth Doulas

Jamie Adamson 720-883-2855 www.journeyofbirth.com Labor Doula Certified - In progress with DONA Memberships - DONA	It is my hope and desire to help women learn to trust their bodies and become self-reliant and confident about birthing their way. I believe that knowledge is power. Using my own experiences and the valuable information taught by experienced professionals I know I can help make your birthing time comfortable, enjoyable, and memorable. As a doula in training I offer low cost childbirth support for expecting mothers. Spring '08 I will be certified as a Hypnobabies Instructor.

Amy Allen 303-725-5133 www.momsempoweringmoms.com labor doula, postpartum doula, certified personal trainer, certified pre/postnatal fitness instructor Certified – in process Memberships – CAPPA	I am a mother of one, and I am passionate about empowering and supporting families during this most miraculous time in their lives. I am a labor and postpartum doula as well as a personal trainer with expertise in pre and post-natal fitness, health, and well-being.

Kerri Atkinson, MS, CD(DONA), CBE 970-461-2678 www.longmontdoulas.com Labor doula, Breastfeeding Educator Certifed - DONA Memberships - DONA	Every woman comes to her birth with her own history and philosophy. I look forward to learning about your plans and supporting your choices. Through extensive prenatal time together, I will walk with you as you prepare for motherhood. All women deserve the comfort and care that a doula brings to a birth. Let's make this a time af joy, knowledge, and satisfaction.

Sonya Bastow 303-619-5326 www.mettadoula.com Labor doula, Postpartum doula Certified - Rocky Mountain Institute of Yoga & Auyerveda Memberships- no	I provide services that include deeply soothing mother's massage, delicious meals and safe herbal preparations that enhance digestion, lactation, and rejuvenation, infant massage instruction and baby care, tailored support for mothers and families, experienced lactation support, compassionate care and skilled guidance. Currently, I am certifying with CAPPA as a birth doula.

Carrie Blake 970-481-9012 www.geocities.com/kidwraps Birth Doula, Homebirth Midwife intern, Childbirth Educator Certified – CPM in progress Memberships – CMA	Congratulations on your wisdom in planning to hire a doula for your hospital birth or in hiring a midwife for your homebirth! It is such an honor to work with each family who is traveling through this childbearing year. To find out more about me visit www.geocities.com/kidwraps (midwife site) or www.geocities.com/kidwraps/doula (doula site). I look forward to meeting you!

Laurie Boyer, ICCE, CD, CMT 303-523-3053 Labor Doula, Childbirth Educator, Massage Therapist Certified Doula -DONA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA, ICEA	Certified as a doula, childbirth educator and massage therapist with additional training in aromatherapy, hypnobirthing, and “Birthing From Within.” I provide a nonjudgmental environment to explore and create positive birth memories. Special interest in sibling preparation and prior birth evaluations.

Lynn Chandler 303-543-2185 www.boulderdoula.byregion.net Labor doula Certified - CAPPA in progress Memberships - CAPPA	It is an honor for me to provide compassionate and professionally trained support for mothers and their partners. I understand the process of giving birth (being a mother myself) and I know what to do during long or difficult labors to support and encourage you. I can help you to think about and prepare a birth plan. I will always respect your preferences and I will stay by your side throughout the entire labor as an integral part of your support team.

Lora Conklin 303-485-9759 www.birthpositivedoulaservices.com Antepartum Doula, Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Pregnancy/Childbirth/Parenting Educator Certified Doula - CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA	I love everything about pregnancy and birth. I have experience with natural labors and births. I also work with high-risk pregnancies and deliveries. I offer comfort through massage, acupressure and a natural was of being. I believe every woman deserves a Doula. I am a very loving and caring person and would spoil you the way you should be during pregnancy and birth. I truly love what I do.

Jennifer DiVito 303-463-8846 Labor doula Certified doula - in progress with DONA Memberships - DONA, LLLI	Your birth experience will be an event you will never forget. With caring emotional and physical support it can also be a memory you will always cherish. Mother to one, hopeful for more, I know the physical power and emotional high that comes from the birth of each child. Thank you for considering myself for your labor support doula. You can have the birth experience you want.

Laura Dumpert, BA, CLD (CAPPA) 303-926-5164 Antepartum Doula, Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula Certified Doula - CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA	Providing antepartum, labor and postpartum care to families in the Denver/Boulder vacinity. I will help you acheive the best possible birth experience by utilizing massage, movement, music, aromatherapy, birth ball and rebozo. I am the mother of 2 beautiful children. I specialize in high-risk care. I would love to assist you through this amazing journey.

Bernadette Emerson, CD(DONA), CLD, CBE 720.313.0024 www.birthinginbalance.com Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator Certified Doula - DONA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA, ICEA, ALACE, MANA	I offer holistic, compassionate support and education to birthing women and families. I am trained through DONA, CAPPA, Birthing From Within, and midwifery apprenticeship. I believe in childbirth preparation as a process of self-discovery and birth as a rite of passage. My goal is to empower women to birth in awareness, and I support families in embracing the unique qualities of every birth experience. Monitrice services available.

Heather Fontenot, RYT, CD(DONA) 720-201-7720 www.birthinginbalance.com Antepartum, Birth and Postpartum Doula, CBE, LE, Registered Yoga Therapist Certified Doula - Pending with CAPPA and DONA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA, ICAN	I believe that every woman's birth experience should be cherished and her wishes honored. I am a labor, antepartum and postpartum doula, a childbirth and lactation educator, and a prenatal yoga therapist serving Denver, Boulder and Northern Colorado. I provide physical, emotional and educational support for your entire childbirth experience.

Jacie Gonzales (303) 683-6840 www.1mothertoanother.com Labor Doula Certified – in process with CAPPA Memberships – CAPPA	I am a labor doula because it is my passion! I am truly honored to support mothers and their families during this amazing time. I have found that many mothers are unaware of the choices that are really theirs to make. I want to help to educate mothers about their bodies and the birthing process. I want to empower mothers to birth their way, with confidence!

Elizabeth Gooding, CD (DONA) 303.413.0370 www.babyfullbellies.com Labor doula, Childbirth Educator Certifications: DONA Memberships: DONA, Birthing From Within	The process of becoming a parent involves a multitude of new joys and challenges thus the childbearing year is a time of profound personal transformation. In my work as a doula and childbirth educator I am passionate about working holistically with parents as they explore and engage in the birth process. In combination with taking private clients I am a staff doula at Lutheran hospital and I teach prenatal yoga at Studio Be in Boulder and at Rose Medical Center.

Christine Gray, CD(DONA) 303-604-6765 Labor Doula Certified Doula -DONA Memberships - DONA	Certified birth doula with experience in unmedicated and medicated births, inductions, cesarean births, and VBACs. I especially enjoy helping women and their partners figure out their own unique way of birthing and providing encouragement in making decisions that are right for them at each moment.

Carrie Hankins, CD(DONA) 720-936-3609 www.mothersbirthright.com Birth doula, Childbirth Educator, Massage Therapist, Postpartum Doula Memberships - DONA, CAPPA Certified - DONA, CAPPA pending	As a Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator and Massage Therapist, as well as a mother of two, it is my philosophy that it is the right of every mother to have a birth story that begins with support, is centered in instinct, and is fulfilled with a sense of empowerment, healing and joy. I believe all women are strong and instinctively capable of having a positive birth experience. Each deserves continuous support and respect for her individual needs and desires. It is an honor to stand alongside women during their birth journey.

Ruth Hartman, CMT 303-440-4115 Labor Doula, CMT, Childbirth Educator Certified Doula - no Memberships - none	I have been a doula for over fifteen years, and have attended over 300 births. I have trained with both ALACE and DONA. As a doula I see myself being a support for the birthing mom and her partner to help them achieve a positive birth experience. I truly believe that birthing comes from within and that a doula can be invaluable in helping mom trust the process. I am also a certified massage therapist and childbirth educator.

Abra Houchin 970-214-2508 www.thoughtfulbirth.com Certified: CAPPA Memberships: DONA, CAPPA	Being aware of birth options and making educated choices enables pregnant and birthing mothers to maintain more control of their bodies, babies, and births. Before birth, I provide pregnant mothers with information about possible birth choices and facilitate discussion to help mothers and their partners explore how they can best labor and give birth. In labor, I offer on-call, non-judgemental support in line with the choices that mothers and their families make.

Lauri Hughes, CD(DONA), CLC 720-320-1431 www.birthassistantsofboulder.com Labor Doula, student midwife, CLC Certified Doula - DONA Memberships - DONA	I have been a birth doula since 1998 & am the director of Birth Assistants of Boulder. I've been a hospital staff doula and have VBAC and homebirth experience. As a lactation consultant I offer support with breastfeeding. Women have the strength & wisdom to birth the best way for themselves & their baby. I look forward to helping you have your best possible birth.

Kate Kellogg (303) 444-4307 Labor Doula, PPD, Training for prenatal yoga instructor Certified – in process with DONA Memberships – DONA	As Family Support Specialists our goal as birth and postpartum doulas is to educate & support the entire family – the birthing mom, her partner & baby when s/he arrives. As birth doulas we build trusting relationships with our expectant moms so they can labor in a nurturing environment. As postpartum doulas we offer complete care to assist mom, partner & baby in adapting to new family dynamics. We feel honored each time a birthing mom asks for our support.

Shari Kelsey, LSP, BS 303-828-0875 www.lovegrowing.com Labor doula, Childbirth Educator Memberships – DONA, Birthing From Within (BFW), Longmont Doulas Certified doula – DONA	Give yourself time and space to prepare for and celebrate this initiation into parenthood! I mentor Birthing From Within classes in Erie that help you dig deeper, discover your heartfelt questions, face your fears and learn to cope with unexpected outcomes --aiming to birth-in-awareness. As a birth doula, I add my calm, non-judgmental presence to your journey, and a bit of what's above too.

Michele Kolakowski, CD(DONA), CMT, CIMI 303-570-7942 Labor Doula, Massage Therapist Certified: DONA Memberships: DONA	My goal is to support your family in having a satisfying birth experience. In addition to birth doula services, I provide pregnancy and postpartum massage and infant massage instruction.I have been a Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) since 1992 with several certifications in pregnancy and postpartum massage and am a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI) with the International Association of Infant Massage Instructors.

Diana Linden, M Div. (720) 280-0998 Labor doula, postpartum doula Hospital - St. Anthony Certified - CAPPA (postpartum in progress) Membership - CAPPA	I specialize in providing birth and postpartum support to new and growing gay and lesbian families, believing that supportive care and education results in happier parents, children and families.

Longmont Doulas 303-664-8074 www.longmontdoulas.com Labor doulas, midwife assistants, childbirth educators, massage therapists, postpartum doulas	The Longmont Doulas are a membership organization of individual doulas that have joined together in a commitment to provide beneficial labor support to our community one birth at a time. The Longmont Doulas serve, educate and broaden public awareness about the benefits of professional labor support. It is our goal to help create positive, memorable and fulfilling birth experiences.

Kimberly Lowitz, BS, CLD, CLE, HCHI 303-420-6715 www.abeautifulbirth.com Labor Doula, Certified Lactation Educator Certified Doula– CAPPA Memberships – CAPPA	Nothing is more beautiful or sacred than the process of giving birth, and the breastfeeding relationship between a mother and her child. I look forward to assisting you and your family through these glorious processes. Please contact me to learn how I can help you achieve a beautiful birth and a joyous breastfeeding experience.

Amanda Marshall, CLD 720-839-8108 Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula Memberships - yes Certified Doula - CAPPA	I am a doula certified through CAPPA. As a Doula I will provide at least two pre-natal visits and assist with Birth Plan. I will attend labor and delivery providing different methods of relaxation, position and emotional support. Post Natal I offer at least 2 visits to assist in baby care and breast feeding. My goal is to give the laboring woman a great birth experience with no regrets.

dawn Martinez 303-803-7150 aspen-light-doula.tripod.com Labor doula, Massage Therapist Certified - in progress with ALACE Memberships - ALACE	I support you in your birth wishes whether you desire a natural, medicated, or cesarean birth and help your partner participate in the way they feel most comfortable. I provide physical/emotional support and resources to help you make informed decisions for a positive birth experience. I serve all families regardless of sexual orientation, race or religion. I am experienced in inductions, natural, medicated, cesarean and preterm births.

Jennifer Mayer, LMT 303-579-5451 www.equalibre.com Labor Doula, Licensed Massage Therapist, Craniosacral Therapist Certified - in progress Memberships - ALACE	As a doula, licensed massage therapist, certified prenatal/labor/postpartum massage therapist and craniosacral therapist it is my pleasure to assist women and families through the transitions pregnancy brings. I am honored to offer compassionate support, intuitive bodywork and educational resources for the families I work with in order to address the hopes, fears and personal needs surrounding pregnancy and birth.

Karyn Meserve, LE 303-868-1226 Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Lactation Educator Certified Doula - Labor Doula pending with DONA, Postpartum Doula pending with CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA	As a postpartum doula I help to ease the transition a new baby brings by providing a supportive presence in the home. Typically this includes emotional support, practical tips for newborn care and feeding, sibling care, and handling daily household tasks. Experienced with multiples, low birth weight babies, and breastfeeding issues too. Days or overnights.

Mary Ellen Minkler, CLD, NCMT 303-678-9142 Labor Doula, Certified prenatal, labor, and postpartum massage therapist Certified Doula - CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA	I believe every woman should have the opportunity to give birth as she wishes. It is my goal to create the space in which best serves and supports you and your partner's birthing desires. In this spirit I offer a grounded, nurturing, non-judgmental approach to my work.

Geneva Montano, LCCE 720-422-4214 Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Pregnancy and Childbirth Educator Certified doula - in progress Memberships - DONA	Birth can be a spiritual and life-changing experience. I would love to help any woman, regardless of where she may be in her life, to achieve an empowering birth and early parenting experience. I am a certified childbirth educator, certifying doula, and have two children of my own, with much love and knowledge to share. Sliding scale for fees.

Ashley Munger, CD(CBI), BA 303-884-4873 www.bellamaternityservices.com Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, Prenatal Yoga Certified - Yes Memberships - CBI, DONA	I am joyfully dedicated to helping you create the best possible birthing experience for yourself and your family with education, yoga, and doula services tailored to meet your unique needs during pregnancy and afterwards. I take my doula work to the next level by nurturing spirit as well as mind and body. Please see my website for details.

Sarah Murane 720-290-1606 Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Lactation Education Certified Doula - No Memberships - CAPPA	I have been a birth doula for 3 years and a postpartum doula for 2. I am committed to helping women and their partners achieve a rewarding birth experience lending support and education while they identify their birth expectations. I feel that women should have every support possible in their post partum experience to encourage great baby bonding, a good nursing experience, and a peaceful state of mind.

Michele Nelson, CD(DONA) 303-947-9614 Labor Doula, Certified Doula - DONA Memberships - DONA	I am a certified labor doula with DONA. I have three children and it was after my second that I Decided I wanted to help women have their best possible birth experience. I dedicate my time and energy to giving the emotional, physical and informational support needed during this very memorable event.

Judith Nowlin, AAHCC, CD(DONA) 303-519-4519 www.holisticbirthing.com Labor Doula, Bradley Method Educator Certified Doula - DONA Memberships - DONA	Certified birth doula & Bradley Method Childbirth Educator. With my knowledgeable and compassionate care, I desire to empower families by nurturing the strength and wisdom each person brings to the birth while being a resource for informational, physical & emotional support. My holistic approach promotes a positive and satisfying birth experience.

Jacqueline Peterson, CD(DONA) 303-833-6653 www.childbirthdoula.com Certified Doula - DONA Memberships - DONA	Childbirth is one of the most wonderful and amazing chapters in a woman's life. I desire to play a lasting positive role in the lives of others preparing for the journey of parenthood and the experience of labor. Every woman has the power within herself to birth her baby. My goal is to make it the most beautiful memory possible. I have been a practicing doula for three years and would love to share my experience with you.

Erika Primozich 303-926-4498 Labor doula, Childbirth Educator Boulder County Certified Doula - CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA	I am a Birth Doula and also teach "Birthing From Within" birth preparation classes. I have trained extensively with Pam England, the author of Birthing From Within, and incorporate the philosophies and practice's of BFW into my services. As a mother of 2 children, I believe strongly in each woman's innate ability to give birth and I enjoy guiding parents on their journey. I offer support and encouragement to women and their birthing partners as they reach within to find their own strength and resources. A child's birth is an intimate and sacred experience for their parents; I see myself as a witness and a guide.

Jamie Raybin, CMT 303-547-6360 Labor doula, CBE, CMT Certified – no Membership – DONA	I am a CMT with an advanced bodywork degree in prenatal labor and postpartum massage. I am currently working towards completing my doula certification

Misha Roell 303-366-8876 www.gentle-beginnings.net Labor Doula Memberhsips - DONA Certified - DONA	Helping you realize your hopes and desires for birth - this is my goal. With over five years experience, I provide gentle, practical, and moment by moment support, and offer a variety of relaxation techniques and comfort measures. It is a privilege to assist families in this wondrous time of life! I also provide postpartum services.

Sharon Schatz, CD(DONA), CLE 303-604-2385 www.joybeginnings.com Birth Doula, CLE Certified - DONA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA	It would be my privilege to be a part of your family's birth experience. My training is with DONA and CAPPA and I am a Certified Lactation Educator offering monthly prenatal breastfeeding classes. I provide education and encouraging support for whatever choices are made throughout pregnancy, birth and the postpartum period. I would love to help you pursue the wishes and dreams you have for your growing family.

Connie Schmelz, CD, CLD 303-462-1999 Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula Certified Doula - CAPPA, DONA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA, ICAN	I have been a doula for almost five years. For more than 2 years I worked as a hospital doula at Exempla Lutheran Hospital. I have also completed the postpartum doula course provided by Smooth Transitions and am currently studying to be a midwives assistant with Tracy Ryan and Kris Bagiu. I truly believe every woman deserves a doula.

Bonnie Slater (303) 443-3881 www.BirthAssistantsOfBoulder.com Labor Doula, Childbirth Educator Certified - Birth Assistants of Boulder in 1997 Memberships - No	As the mother of two children, one born in the hospital and one at home I feel a special connection with birthing women and the choices they make. I respect the decisions of each birthing family and their unique wishes. I have attended over 200 births in Boulder County. I offer Birth Doula services and private childbirth education. Birth is emotional, physical and emotional, honor yourself.

Lesley Switendick, RM 303-208-7708 Antepartum Doula, Labor Doula, Registered Midwife, Certified Lactation Educator	I am a registered midwife with ten years experience as a birth and postpartum doula. I am a certified childbirth, infant massage and lactation educator. I teach classes and do consults related to fertility and hormone balance using aspects of alternative medicine. I bring creativity, flexibility, calmness and gentleness to every birth.

Ricci Rivera Sylla 720-494-9809 Labor doula Memberships – None Certified doula – No	I am a newly trained doula excited to work with diverse mothers from all walks of life. As a doula, I believe in a woman-defined birth experience, and my goal is to empower women with the knowledge and care they need to have a positive birth and a safe, healthy baby.

Abi Tschetter www.edensbirth.com 303-717-5582 Labor doula, pregnancy and childbirth educator Certified - in progress with DONA Memberships - DONA	As the proud mother of two, I am passionate about childbirth. I believe that women have been perfectly designed to bring forth their children in glory. My company, Eden's Birth, provides comprehensive childbirth education, Christ-centered labor support, and doula services to women in Northwest Denver and Boulder. I am in the process of competing my certification through DONA and will be a fully-affiliated Bradley instructor this Spring.

Lisa Vernon 720- 890-8179 Antepartum doula, Labor doula, PPD, Bradley trained CBE and Pregnancy Educator Certified – in process with DONA Memberships – DONA	As Family Support Specialists our goal as birth and postpartum doulas is to educate & support the entire family – the birthing mom, her partner & baby when s/he arrives. Ass birth doulas we build trusting relationships with our expectant moms so they can labor in a nurturing environment. As postpartum doulas we offer complete care to assist mom, partner & baby in adapting to new family dynamics. We feel honored each time a birthing mom asks for our support.

Brittney Wilburn 303-854-8097 Labor doula, Childbirth educator Certified - Memberships - Birthing From Within	As a Birthing From Within Childbirth Educator and Doula, I am excited to support you and your partner through the birth of your baby with insight, compassion, and without judgment. I look forward to helping you explore what it is you need to know in order to prepare for labor, birth, and parenting. During prenatal visits and in classes, we will explore beliefs about birth, learn pain coping practices, discuss practical information about labor, and share hopes and concerns.

Ranelle Williams CD (DONA), CMT www.lifeontheinside.biz 303-684-8074 Labor Doula, Certified Massage Therapist Certified Doula - DONA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA	Certified Doula since 1998. Massage therapist specializing in pre/postnatal massage. My goals are to meet you where you are, assisting in the most positive birth possible, and to include your support person(s). Experience - various home and hospital births. Photography included. It is an absolute joy to work with women and their families in these childbearing times.

Xylem Family Resource Angela Seeling, CLD Director: Family Preparation 303-756-0951 www.xylemfamily.org Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Pregnancy, Childbirth and Parenting Educator Certified doula - CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA	Xylem Family Resource is a Christ-centered ministry whose mission is to support, encourage and educate families from pregnancy through parenthood. Resources include Fertility Awareness, BABE meetings (small group gatherings for pregnant and new parents), Childbirth Preparation, Doula Services and Breastfeeding Support. Xylem offers Parenting Classes, In-Home Family Coaching and Playgroups. Serving the Christian Community in the greater Denver area.

Lorna Yoder, BA, CLD 303-545-9442 Certified -CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA	I am the mother of three adult children and four grandchildren. When I had my babies I was fortunate to have short labors and easy deliveries - while flat on my back in stirrups! My wish for every woman is to have an experience similar to mine - minus the position and stirrups of course! Being a doula is a second career for me and I can't imagine a better one than helping bring new life into the world as easily and pain free as possible.

Postpartum Doulas

Amy Allen 303-725-5133 www.momsempoweringmoms.com labor doula, postpartum doula, certified personal trainer, certified pre/postnatal fitness instructor Certified – in process Memberships – CAPPA	I am a mother of one, and I am passionate about empowering and supporting families during this most miraculous time in their lives. I am a labor and postpartum doula as well as a personal trainer with expertise in pre and post-natal fitness, health, and well-being.

Sonya Bastow 303-619-5326 www.mettadoula.com Labor doula, Postpartum doula Certified - Rocky Mountain Institute of Yoga & Auyerveda Memberships- no	I provide services that include deeply soothing mother's massage, delicious meals and safe herbal preparations that enhance digestion, lactation, and rejuvenation, infant massage instruction and baby care, tailored support for mothers and families, experienced lactation support, compassionate care and skilled guidance. Currently, I am certifying with CAPPA as a birth doula.

Kathy Burge 303-427-0637 Postpartum Doula Certified - in progress with CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA	I am a 37 year old wife of 14 years. I have three children. I understand from experience that postpartum can be very challenging emotionally and physically. My goal is to support mothers and families with this beautiful yet transitional time.

Lora Conklin 303-485-9759 www.birthpositivedoulaservices.com Antepartum Doula, Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Pregnancy/Childbirth/Parenting Educator Certified Doula - CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA	I love everything about pregnancy and birth. I have experience with natural labors and births. I also work with high-risk pregnancies and deliveries. I offer comfort through massage, acupressure and a natural was of being. I believe every woman deserves a Doula. I am a very loving and caring person and would spoil you the way you should be during pregnancy and birth. I truly love what I do.

Laura Dumpert, BA, CLD (CAPPA) 303-926-5164 Antepartum Doula, Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula Certified Doula - CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA	Providing antepartum, labor and postpartum care to families in the Denver/Boulder vacinity. I will help you acheive the best possible birth experience by utilizing massage, movement, music, aromatherapy, birth ball and rebozo. I am the mother of 2 beautiful children. I specialize in high-risk care. I would love to assist you through this amazing journey.

Kate Kellogg (303) 444-4307 Labor Doula, PPD, Training for prenatal yoga instructor Certified – in process with DONA Memberships – DONA	As Family Support Specialists our goal as birth and postpartum doulas is to educate & support the entire family – the birthing mom, her partner & baby when s/he arrives. As birth doulas we build trusting relationships with our expectant moms so they can labor in a nurturing environment. As postpartum doulas we offer complete care to assist mom, partner & baby in adapting to new family dynamics. We feel honored each time a birthing mom asks for our support.

Diana Linden, M Div. (720) 280-0998 Labor doula, postpartum doula Hospital - St. Anthony Certified - CAPPA (postpartum in progress) Membership - CAPPA	I specialize in providing birth and postpartum support to new and growing gay and lesbian families, believing that supportive care and education results in happier parents, children and families.

Longmont Doulas 303-664-8074 www.longmontdoulas.com Labor doulas, midwife assistants, childbirth educators, massage therapists, postpartum doulas	The Longmont Doulas are a membership organization of individual doulas that have joined together in a commitment to provide beneficial labor support to our community one birth at a time. The Longmont Doulas serve, educate and broaden public awareness about the benefits of professional labor support. It is our goal to help create positive, memorable and fulfilling birth experiences.

Amanda Marshall, CLD 720-839-8108 Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula Memberships - yes Certified Doula - CAPPA	As a postpartum doula I am with a family for up to 6 months. With 2 children of my own I understand how hard it can be to have this new life in your hands especially when life keeps going and you are not getting what you need. I offer light meal prep, baby's laundry, baby care, infant massage, breastfeeding knowledge and support and best of all, rest for mom. Postpartum care can be whatever you need it to be.

Lee Mather 303-440-8435 www.transcendencespa.net Postpartum Doula Certified Doula - In progress Memberships - DONA	I offer postpartum care with meal preparation and planning, grocery shopping, light housekeeping, and any extra support you may need as a mother and family. Customized packages cater to your schedule, budget and family. Some packages include a daily warm oil massage to soothe nerves and enhance rest, others can revolve around kitchen support to ensure proper nutrition during a busy time.

Karyn Meserve, LE 303-868-1226 Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Lactation Educator Certified Doula - Labor Doula pending with DONA, Postpartum Doula pending with CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA	As a postpartum doula I help to ease the transition a new baby brings by providing a supportive presence in the home. Typically this includes emotional support, practical tips for newborn care and feeding, sibling care, and handling daily household tasks. Experienced with multiples, low birth weight babies, and breastfeeding issues too. Days or overnights.

Bhadra Mitchell 303-324-2094 Postpartum Doula Certified Doula - Pending with CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA	I am a postpartum doula committed to supporting families with education, care and an extra set of hands in the joyous event of their new baby. I provide physical and emotional support, helpful breastfeeding advice, practical tips for newborn and sibling care, and household management assistance. I have had 20+ years of experience with parenting and have been involved with the publication of a book on Conscious Parenting (Hohm Press). I am available for days or overnights.

Geneva Montano, LCCE 720-422-4214 Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Pregnancy and Childbirth Educator Certified doula - in progress Memberships - DONA	Birth can be a spiritual and life-changing experience. I would love to help any woman, regardless of where she may be in her life, to achieve an empowering birth and early parenting experience. I am a certified childbirth educator, certifying doula, and have two children of my own, with much love and knowledge to share. Sliding scale for fees.

Diane Morgan, BA, CPD 303-979-5263 Postpartum Doula Certified doula - in progress with CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA	I provide parents with support, advice, and assistance in the trasition they will make, bringing home their newborn baby (or babies), by providing help to enhance the postpartum period and education them on what to expect, including teaching them infant soothing skills, feeding, bonding, attachment, and coping skills, as well as personally assisting mother in the physical and emotional recovery period.

Ashley Munger, CD(CBI), BA 303-884-4873 www.bellamaternityservices.com Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, Prenatal Yoga Certified - Yes Memberships - CBI, DONA	I am joyfully dedicated to helping you create the best possible birthing experience for yourself and your family with education, yoga, and doula services tailored to meet your unique needs during pregnancy and afterwards. I take my doula work to the next level by nurturing spirit as well as mind and body. Please see my website for details.

Sarah Murane 720-290-1606 Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Lactation Education Certified Doula - No Memberships - CAPPA	I have been a birth doula for 3 years and a postpartum doula for 2. I am committed to helping women and their partners achieve a rewarding birth experience lending support and education while they identify their birth expectations. I feel that women should have every support possible in their post partum experience to encourage great baby bonding, a good nursing experience, and a peaceful state of mind.

Mary Peterson 303-717-9368 Postpartum doula Certified – in progress Membership – CAPPA	Motherhood and birth are such special times in your life and should betreated with love, respect and support. I am here to provide emotionaland physical support to growing families as they transition into parenthood and life with a newborn(s). I provide emotional and physical support as well as basic care for a postpartum mom and baby, light housekeeping and meal preparation.

Sharon Rowland, RN www.smoothtransitions.net 303-635-0979 Postpartum Doula, RN	Smooth Transitions provides certified custom infant care to Colorado families with infants up to six months. We do this by determining your needs and matching them with our qualified caregivers. Our goal is to meet your expectations of dependability, support and nonjudgmental care.

Connie Schmelz, CD, CLD 303-462-1999 Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula Certified Doula - CAPPA, DONA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA, ICAN	I have been a doula for almost five years. For more than 2 years I worked as a hospital doula at Exempla Lutheran Hospital. I have also completed the postpartum doula course provided by Smooth Transitions and am currently studying to be a midwives assistant with Tracy Ryan and Kris Bagiu. I truly believe every woman deserves a doula.

Dona Smith 303-258-3715 Postpartum Doula Certified – Rocky Mountain Institute of Yoga & Ayurveda Memberships – none	I am mom of 4 children birthed naturally without drugs and have attended 7 births besides my own. I am trained in Jin ShinJyutsu, mediation, Reiki , postpartum Ayurvedic Massage for mothers & infants. Herbs & Nutrition. I have certificates in 850hr Ayurveda &Yoga Therapy, 30hr PK massage, 250hr Yoga Therapy, & 165hr Postpartum Rapid Recovery Doula Care Program for Mothers & Infants.

Lisa Vernon 720- 890-8179 Antepartum doula, Labor doula, PPD, Bradley trained CBE and Pregnancy Educator Certified – in process with DONA Memberships – DONA	As Family Support Specialists our goal as birth and postpartum doulas is to educate & support the entire family – the birthing mom, her partner & baby when s/he arrives. Ass birth doulas we build trusting relationships with our expectant moms so they can labor in a nurturing environment. As postpartum doulas we offer complete care to assist mom, partner & baby in adapting to new family dynamics. We feel honored each time a birthing mom asks for our support.

Susan Wadle 303-417-1098 Postpartum Doula Certified - in process with DONA Memberships - DONA	As a postpartum doula, I provide educational and emotional support to young and growing families. I bring the wisdom and gentle nurturing that comes from my years of being a mom, grandmother, and a nanny. My mission is to empower moms and dads in their transition to parenthood during this period aptly named the 'fourth trimester'.

Xylem Family Resource Angela Seeling, CLD Director: Family Preparation 303-756-0951 www.xylemfamily.org Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Pregnancy, Childbirth and Parenting Educator Certified doula - CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA	Xylem Family Resource is a Christ-centered ministry whose mission is to support, encourage and educate families from pregnancy through parenthood. Resources include Fertility Awareness, BABE meetings (small group gatherings for pregnant and new parents), Childbirth Preparation, Doula Services and Breastfeeding Support. Xylem offers Parenting Classes, In-Home Family Coaching and Playgroups. Serving the Christian Community in the greater Denver area.

Childbirth and Lactation Educators

Jamie Adamson 720-883-2855 www.journeyofbirth.com Labor Doula, Childbirth Educator Certified - In progress with DONA, Hypnobabies Memberships - DONA	It is my hope and desire to help women learn to trust their bodies and become self-reliant and confident about birthing their way. I believe that knowledge is power. Using my own experiences and the valuable information taught by experienced professionals I know I can help make your birthing time comfortable, enjoyable, and memorable. As a doula in training I offer low cost childbirth support for expecting mothers. Spring '08 I will be certified as a Hypnobabies Instructor.

Kerri Atkinson, MS, CD(DONA), CBE 970-461-2678 www.longmontdoulas.com Labor doula, Breastfeeding Educator Certifed - DONA Memberships - DONA	Every woman comes to her birth with her own history and philosophy. I look forward to learning about your plans and supporting your choices. Through extensive prenatal time together, I will walk with you as you prepare for motherhood. All women deserve the comfort and care that a doula brings to a birth. Let's make this a time af joy, knowledge, and satisfaction.

Carrie Blake 970-481-9012 www.geocities.com/kidwraps Birth Doula, Homebirth Midwife intern, Childbirth Educator Certified – CPM in progress Memberships – CMA	Congratulations on your wisdom in planning to hire a doula for your hospital birth or in hiring a midwife for your homebirth! It is such an honor to work with each family who is traveling through this childbearing year. To find out more about me visit www.geocities.com/kidwraps (midwife site) or www.geocities.com/kidwraps/doula (doula site). I look forward to meeting you!

Lora Conklin 303-485-9759 www.birthpositivedoulaservices.com Antepartum Doula, Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Pregnancy/Childbirth/Parenting Educator Certified Doula - CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA	I love everything about pregnancy and birth. I have experience with natural labors and births. I also work with high-risk pregnancies and deliveries. I offer comfort through massage, acupressure and a natural was of being. I believe every woman deserves a Doula. I am a very loving and caring person and would spoil you the way you should be during pregnancy and birth. I truly love what I do.

Bernadette Emerson, CD(DONA), CLD, CBE 720.313.0024 www.birthinginbalance.com Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator, Postpartum Doula Certified Doula - DONA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA, ICEA, ALACE, MANA	I offer holistic, compassionate support and education to birthing women and families. I am trained through DONA, CAPPA, Birthing From Within, and midwifery apprenticeship. Birthing in Balance offers classes based on Birthing From Within, through training with midwife Pam England. I believe in childbirth preparation as a process of self-discovery and birth as a rite of passage. My goal is to empower women to birth in awareness, and I support families in embracing the unique qualities of every birth experience.

Carrie Hankins, CD(DONA) 720-936-3609 www.mothersbirthright.com Birth doula, Childbirth Educator, Massage Therapist, Postpartum Doula Memberships - DONA, CAPPA Certified - DONA, CAPPA pending	As a Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator and Massage Therapist, as well as a mother of two, it is my philosophy that it is the right of every mother to have a birth story that begins with support, is centered in instinct, and is fulfilled with a sense of empowerment, healing and joy. I believe all women are strong and instinctively capable of having a positive birth experience. Each deserves continuous support and respect for her individual needs and desires. It is an honor to stand alongside women during their birth journey.

Ruth Hartman, CMT 303-440-4115 Labor Doula, CMT, Childbirth Educator Certified Doula - no Memberships - none	I have been a childbirth educator for over ten years, having trained with ALACE and more recently with Pam England. Incorporating principals from BIRTHING FROM WITHIN, my goal is to inspire and empower birthing couples. Making informed choices and following the "stairstep approach to decision making" can help couples create a positive birth experience. Hospital and homebirth couples welcome. I am also a birth doula and prenatal massage therapist.

Shari Kelsey, LSP, BS 303-828-0875 www.lovegrowing.com Labor doula, Childbirth Educator Memberships – DONA, Birthing From Within (BFW), Longmont Doulas Certified doula – DONA	Give yourself time and space to prepare for and celebrate this initiation into parenthood! I mentor Birthing From Within classes in Erie that help you dig deeper, discover your heartfelt questions, face your fears and learn to cope with unexpected outcomes --aiming to birth-in-awareness. As a birth doula, I add my calm, non-judgmental presence to your journey, and a bit of what's above too.

Longmont Doulas 303-664-8074 www.longmontdoulas.com Labor doulas, midwife assistants, childbirth educators, massage therapists, postpartum doulas	The Longmont Doulas are a membership organization of individual doulas that have joined together in a commitment to provide beneficial labor support to our community one birth at a time. The Longmont Doulas serve, educate and broaden public awareness about the benefits of professional labor support. It is our goal to help create positive, memorable and fulfilling birth experiences.

Kimberly Lowitz, BS, CLD, CLE, HCHI 303-420-6715 www.abeautifulbirth.com Labor Doula, Certified Lactation Educator, Hypnobabies Childbirth Hypnosis Instructor Certified Doula - CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA	Hypnobabies Childbirth Hypnosis Instructor offering small group classes in the Northwest Denver and Boulder areas, as well as private classes in your home at your convenience. Hypnobabies is a complete childbirth education course which includes information on nutrition, prenatal exercise, staying healthy and low risk, birth plans, comfort in pregnancy, consumer issues, and much more. Classes focus on utilizing positive suggestions and images, as well as learning hypnosis cues and techniques for deep relaxation during for childbirth.

Geneva Montano, LCCE 720-422-4214 Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Pregnancy and Childbirth Educator Certified doula - in progress Memberships - DONA	Birth can be a spiritual and life-changing experience. I would love to help any woman, regardless of where she may be in her life, to achieve an empowering birth and early parenting experience. I am a certified childbirth educator, certifying doula, and have two children of my own, with much love and knowledge to share. Sliding scale for fees.

Ashley Munger, CD(CBI), BA 303-884-4873 www.bellamaternityservices.com Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, Prenatal Yoga Certified - Yes Memberships - CBI, DONA	I am joyfully dedicated to helping you create the best possible birthing experience for yourself and your family with education, yoga, and doula services tailored to meet your unique needs during pregnancy and afterwards. I take my doula work to the next level by nurturing spirit as well as mind and body. Please see my website for details.

Sarah Murane 720-290-1606 Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Lactation Education Certified Doula - No Memberships - CAPPA	I have been a birth doula for 3 years and a postpartum doula for 2. I am committed to helping women and their partners achieve a rewarding birth experience lending support and education while they identify their birth expectations. I feel that women should have every support possible in their post partum experience to encourage great baby bonding, a good nursing experience, and a peaceful state of mind.

Judith Nowlin, AAHCC, CD(DONA) 303-519-4519 www.holisticbirthing.com Labor Doula, Bradley Method Educator Certified Doula - DONA Memberships - DONA	Certified birth doula & Bradley Method Childbirth Educator. With my knowledgeable and compassionate care, I desire to empower families by nurturing the strength and wisdom each person brings to the birth while being a resource for informational, physical & emotional support. My holistic approach promotes a positive and satisfying birth experience.

Erika Primozich 303-926-4498 Labor doula, Childbirth Educator Certified Doula - CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA	I am a Birth Doula and also teach "Birthing From Within" birth preparation classes. I have trained extensively with Pam England, the author of Birthing From Within, and incorporate the philosophies and practice's of BFW into my services. As a mother of 2 children, I believe strongly in each woman's innate ability to give birth and I enjoy guiding parents on their journey. I offer support and encouragement to women and their birthing partners as they reach within to find their own strength and resources. A child's birth is an intimate and sacred experience for their parents; I see myself as a witness and a guide.

Sharon Schatz, CD(DONA), CLE 303-604-2385 www.joybeginnings.com Birth Doula, CLE Certified - DONA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA	Breastfeeding classes for expectant famlies are held monthly in Boulder. This fun two-week series covers te benefits of breastfeeding, the emotional aspects, common techniques, problem solving, and connection with resources.Contact Sharon for current dates and times.

Lesley Switendick, RM 303-208-7708 Antepartum Doula, Labor Doula, Registered Midwife, Certified Lactation Educator	I am a registered midwife with ten years experience as a birth and postpartum doula. I am a certified childbirth, infant massage and lactation educator. I teach classes and do consults related to fertility and hormone balance using aspects of alternative medicine. I bring creativity, flexibility, calmness and gentleness to every birth.

Abi Tschetter www.edensbirth.com 303-717-5582 Labor doula, pregnancy and childbirth educator Certified - in progress with DONA Memberships - DONA	As the proud mother of two, I am passionate about childbirth. I believe that women have been perfectly designed to bring forth their children in glory. My company, Eden's Birth, provides comprehensive childbirth education, Christ-centered labor support, and doula services to women in Northwest Denver and Boulder. I am in the process of competing my certification through DONA and will be a fully-affiliated Bradley instructor this Spring.

Lisa Vernon 720- 890-8179 Antepartum doula, Labor doula, PPD, Bradley trained CBE and Pregnancy Educator Certified – in process with DONA Memberships – DONA	As Family Support Specialists our goal as birth and postpartum doulas is to educate & support the entire family – the birthing mom, her partner & baby when s/he arrives. Ass birth doulas we build trusting relationships with our expectant moms so they can labor in a nurturing environment. As postpartum doulas we offer complete care to assist mom, partner & baby in adapting to new family dynamics. We feel honored each time a birthing mom asks for our support.

Brittney Wilburn 303-854-8097 Labor doula, Childbirth educator Certified - Memberships - Birthing From Within	As a Birthing From Within Childbirth Educator and Doula, I am excited to support you and your partner through the birth of your baby with insight, compassion, and without judgment. I look forward to helping you explore what it is you need to know in order to prepare for labor, birth, and parenting. During prenatal visits and in classes, we will explore beliefs about birth, learn pain coping practices, discuss practical information about labor, and share hopes and concerns.

Xylem Family Resource Angela Seeling, CLD Director: Family Preparation 303-756-0951 www.xylemfamily.org Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Pregnancy, Childbirth and Parenting Educator Certified doula - CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA	Xylem Family Resource is a Christ-centered ministry whose mission is to support, encourage and educate families from pregnancy through parenthood. Resources include Fertility Awareness, BABE meetings (small group gatherings for pregnant and new parents), Childbirth Preparation, Doula Services and Breastfeeding Support. Xylem offers Parenting Classes, In-Home Family Coaching and Playgroups. Serving the Christian Community in the greater Denver area.

Other Birth Professionals

Amy Allen 303-725-5133 www.momsempoweringmoms.com labor doula, postpartum doula, certified personal trainer, certified pre/postnatal fitness instructor Certified – in process Memberships – CAPPA	I am a mother of one, and I am passionate about empowering and supporting families during this most miraculous time in their lives. I am a labor and postpartum doula as well as a personal trainer with expertise in pre and post-natal fitness, health, and well-being.

Carrie Blake 970-481-9012 www.geocities.com/kidwraps Birth Doula, Homebirth Midwife intern, Childbirth Educator Certified – CPM in progress Memberships – CMA	Congratulations on your wisdom in planning to hire a doula for your hospital birth or in hiring a midwife for your homebirth! It is such an honor to work with each family who is traveling through this childbearing year. To find out more about me visit www.geocities.com/kidwraps (midwife site) or www.geocities.com/kidwraps/doula (doula site). I look forward to meeting you!

City Nannies, LLC Adriana Saurini 720-936-7596 www.citynannies.net Nanny placement agency	City Nannies is a nanny placement agency serving Denver and Boulder areas. We place nannies for live out, live in situations to meet full time, part time needs, or just a night out. Finding the right experienced mammy for your children can bring stress to your busy lifestyle. We will save you valuable time by prescreening and carefully selecting appropriate candidates.

Kelly Gilmore 720-221-0466 www.restassuredhomecare.com Antepartum Companion Service

Elizabeth Gooding, CD (DONA) 303.413.0370 www.babyfullbellies.com Labor doula, Childbirth Educator Certifications: DONA Memberships: DONA, Birthing From Within	The process of becoming a parent involves a multitude of new joys and challenges thus the childbearing year is a time of profound personal transformation. In my work as a doula and childbirth educator I am passionate about working holistically with parents as they explore and engage in the birth process. In combination with taking private clients I am a staff doula at Lutheran hospital and I teach prenatal yoga at Studio Be in Boulder and at Rose Medical Center.

Dawn Hand, NCMT Nationally Certified Massage Therapist, Birth Doula 303-434-7202	In today's fast-paced world, most of us are taught to look outside ourselves for the quick-fix to our problems. I believe in the bodies inner wisdom and my job as both a doula and massage therapist is to facilitate my client's reconnection to that healing power that lies within.

Carrie Hankins, CD(DONA) 720-936-3609 www.mothersbirthright.com Birth doula, Childbirth Educator, Massage Therapist, Postpartum Doula Memberships - DONA, CAPPA Certified - DONA, CAPPA pending	As a Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator and Massage Therapist, as well as a mother of two, it is my philosophy that it is the right of every mother to have a birth story that begins with support, is centered in instinct, and is fulfilled with a sense of empowerment, healing and joy. I believe all women are strong and instinctively capable of having a positive birth experience. Each deserves continuous support and respect for her individual needs and desires. It is an honor to stand alongside women during their birth journey.

Lauri Hughes, CD(DONA), CLC 720-320-1431 www.birthassistantsofboulder.com Labor Doula, student midwife, CLC Certified Doula - DONA Memberships - DONA	I have been a birth doula since 1998 & am the director of Birth Assistants of Boulder. I've been a hospital staff doula and have VBAC and homebirth experience. As a lactation consultant I offer support with breastfeeding. Women have the strength & wisdom to birth the best way for themselves & their baby. I look forward to helping you have your best possible birth.

Kate Kellogg (303) 444-4307 Labor Doula, PPD, Training for prenatal yoga instructor Certified – in process with DONA Memberships – DONA	As Family Support Specialists our goal as birth and postpartum doulas is to educate & support the entire family – the birthing mom, her partner & baby when s/he arrives. As birth doulas we build trusting relationships with our expectant moms so they can labor in a nurturing environment. As postpartum doulas we offer complete care to assist mom, partner & baby in adapting to new family dynamics. We feel honored each time a birthing mom asks for our support.

Michele Kolakowski, CD(DONA), CMT, CIMI 303-570-7942 Labor Doula, Massage Therapist Certified: DONA Memberships: DONA	My goal is to support your family in having a satisfying birth experience. In addition to birth doula services, I provide pregnancy and postpartum massage and infant massage instruction.I have been a Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) since 1992 with several certifications in pregnancy and postpartum massage and am a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI) with the International Association of Infant Massage Instructors.

Longmont Doulas 303-664-8074 www.longmontdoulas.com Labor doulas, midwife assistants, childbirth educators, massage therapists, postpartum doulas	The Longmont Doulas are a membership organization of individual doulas that have joined together in a commitment to provide beneficial labor support to our community one birth at a time. The Longmont Doulas serve, educate and broaden public awareness about the benefits of professional labor support. It is our goal to help create positive, memorable and fulfilling birth experiences.

dawn Martinez 303-803-7150 aspen-light-doula.tripod.com Labor doula, Massage Therapist Certified - in progress with ALACE Memberships - ALACE	I support you in your birth wishes whether you desire a natural, medicated, or cesarean birth and help your partner participate in the way they feel most comfortable. I provide physical/emotional support and resources to help you make informed decisions for a positive birth experience. I serve all families regardless of sexual orientation, race or religion. I am experienced in inductions, natural, medicated, cesarean and preterm births.

Jennifer Mayer, LMT 303-579-5451 www.equalibre.com Labor Doula, Licensed Massage Therapist, Craniosacral Therapist Certified - in progress Memberships - ALACE	As a doula, licensed massage therapist, certified prenatal/labor/postpartum massage therapist and craniosacral therapist it is my pleasure to assist women and families through the transitions pregnancy brings. I am honored to offer compassionate support, intuitive bodywork and educational resources for the families I work with in order to address the hopes, fears and personal needs surrounding pregnancy and birth.

Mary Ellen Minkler, CLD, NCMT 303-678-9142 Labor Doula, Certified prenatal, labor, and postpartum massage therapist Certified Doula - CAPPA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA	I believe every woman should have the opportunity to give birth as she wishes. It is my goal to create the space in which best serves and supports you and your partner's birthing desires. In this spirit I offer a grounded, nurturing, non-judgmental approach to my work.

Ashley Munger, CD(CBI), BA 303-884-4873 www.bellamaternityservices.com Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, Prenatal Yoga Certified - Yes Memberships - CBI, DONA	I am joyfully dedicated to helping you create the best possible birthing experience for yourself and your family with education, yoga, and doula services tailored to meet your unique needs during pregnancy and afterwards. I take my doula work to the next level by nurturing spirit as well as mind and body. Please see my website for details.

Regina Quarles Massage Therapy 303-670-6556

Jamie Raybin, CMT 303-547-6360 Labor doula, CBE, CMT Certified – no Membership – DONA	I am a CMT with an advanced bodywork degree in prenatal labor and postpartum massage. I am currently working towards completing my doula certification

Karen Robinson, RM, CD(DONA) 303-665-7997 www.BoulderMidwifery.com Intern Midwife, Labor Doula Memberships - DONA, CMA, MANA, CAIM	I am an Intern Midwife taking clients while under the supervision of my preceptor. I had five years of hospital doula experience under my belt before I started studying to become a midwife. For the past two years, I have mostly attended homebirths--and let me tell you, I can see the difference! Homebirths generally happen so much more easily than in the hospital. Moms are more comfortable, dads are calmer and babies are happier. I provide comprehensive prenatal, birth and postpartum care, including six weeks of postpartum well-baby care. I also offer lactation support services, occasional monitrice services and can prepare placenta medicine if desired. Please contact me for information on my fees and to set up a complimentary consultation.

Lesley Switendick, RM 303-208-7708 Antepartum Doula, Labor Doula, Registered Midwife, Certified Lactation Educator	I am a registered midwife with ten years experience as a birth and postpartum doula. I am a certified childbirth, infant massage and lactation educator. I teach classes and do consults related to fertility and hormone balance using aspects of alternative medicine. I bring creativity, flexibility, calmness and gentleness to every birth.

Ranelle Williams CD (DONA), CMT www.lifeontheinside.biz 303-684-8074 Labor Doula, Certified Massage Therapist Certified Doula - DONA Memberships - CAPPA, DONA	Certified Doula since 1998. Massage therapist specializing in pre/postnatal massage. My goals are to meet you where you are, assisting in the most positive birth possible, and to include your support person(s). Experience - various home and hospital births. Photography included. It is an absolute joy to work with women and their families in these childbearing times.