My name is Melissa.  I am a wife to Brad and a mother of 4 beautiful boys.

I began my journey to become a Doula in 2009 after witnessing a number of friends beginning to talk about birth in a whole new way, with passion and joy and with strength and ownership. I wanted what they had! They had a Doula!   At the same time I was working with YWAM Townsville as they were beginning their work in Papua New Guinea with their medical ship.  I was challenged by the needs of women in developing nations, many of who give their lives unnecessarily during childbirth and who don’t get the maternal care they need.  Becoming a Doula is my personal response to valuing every woman and supporting life.

I believe that pregnancy and birth is designed to be life-giving and a unique and significant moment in  life.

In 2012 I had the opportunity to support women in Tanzania, Africa during a practicum for birth workers with LifeReach International.  Working at a busy hospital in the capital city I witnessed the strength of many women in the face of less than ideal circumstances.  This experience solidified for me that Doula’s are needed.   Of course women can, and do, birth everyday without caring or understanding support.   However a doula can and does reduce fear, stress and anxiety for the mother (amongst other things) and that has to be good!

I am certified Labour Doula with Childbirth International (CLD CBI) and I have supported women in Townsville, Australia, in Tanzania, Africa and Wenatchee, USA

My heart is to support you on your journey through pregnancy and birth.

Birth is not only about making babies. Birth is about making mothers – strong, competent, capable mothers who trust themselves and know their inner strength.”  Barbara Katz Rothman

I believe women are uniquely created to bring forth life and that the journey of pregnancy, childbirth and motherhood is designed to bring great growth and discovery in our lives.

As a Doula my heart is to walk with you on your journey.  Encouraging, supporting, caring.