In this video, join Donna, a seasoned healthcare professional with over three decades of experience, as she shares her journey and passion for women's health. Having spent the last eighteen years in Obstetrics/Gynecology, Donna has cared for women at all stages of life. Discover how her experience and dedication led her to become a Birth and Postpartum Doula, focusing on providing personalized support during labor and beyond. Learn how Donna's compassionate approach and wealth of knowledge help create empowering and nurturing experiences for families as they welcome new life.

 

For over the last three decades, I have had the opportunity to work in the healthcare industry. Though I have worked in Family Practices and Internal Medicine, my passion has always been women's health. I have spent the last eighteen years working in Obstetrics/Gynecology. It has allowed me to care for amazing women ranging from teens and expecting mothers to those well beyond their menopausal years. I can genuinely say I have enjoyed every minute of it. Through these years, I have spent my time in an office setting since I knew early on in my nursing career that I wanted the opportunity to care for patients and truly get to know them.

As the healthcare industry began to change, I struggled with the limited interaction and time spent with my patients. One of my greatest strengths lies in caring for others by listening, as well as having the ability to communicate with them to navigate options, make informed decisions, and help them to feel supported. With these changes, I began to explore where I could incorporate my strengths into a way of really pouring into women. During my daughter's surrogacy, I was introduced to the role of a Birth and Postpartum Doula. It was almost instantly that I realized stepping into the birth field is where I was being called to have the ability to continue my passion. And although I have worked with pregnant and postpartum women for almost twenty years, I am challenged by the opportunity to be a part of their labor and delivery as a source of support rather than a clinical role. There are as many different birth preferences as there are women who give birth, and they should all be honored. A little education and support for the patient can go a long way.

On a personal note, I enjoy reading, memorizing quotes, a few tv programs, patios in springtime, outdoor activities, women's ministry, prison ministry, but most of all, spending time with friends and family. I have two adult children, Jordan and Lilyan, and a three-year-old granddaughter Adeline who is the apple of my eye. Serving is my passion, and I look forward to not only having the opportunity to serve you but the many years of providing support to women and families through my role as a doula.

"People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." - Maya Angelou

 

“But those who trust in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” - Isaiah 40:31

Trainings:
BEST Doula

What was your biggest takeaway from doula training?

The biggest thing that I took away from training is that there is an overwhelming need for people to have support in birth. Very often they are not aware of their rights as a birthing person, or the fact that they have options. My other take away is that there is a disparity in birth outcomes between people of color and others and I hope to be able to advocate in such a way that everyone has access to quality care and information so that they can make the best and safest decisions for themselves.

Why should a client hire you?

I think a client should hire me because I approach my role as a doula with love, compassion, and open mindedness. I have a lot of knowledge in the area of birth, not just because of my training as a doula but also my many years of working in women's health. Although being a doula is a non medical role, I learned so much about pregnancy and postpartum care from working directly with patients and I had the honor of working with some of the best Drs in the field. I also treat each client the way I want to be treated or would want my daughter treated. Pregnancy is a monumental time in a woman's life and I will always strive to help make it a beautiful, memorable experience.

What is the number one thing you use when supporting a family?

I think the number one thing I use is reassurance. Women need to know they're doing a great job, and that regardless of the path their delivery takes, it can still be a beautiful birth. I also try to be very encouraging because women need to tap into the knowledge that they are so incredibly strong.

Number one birth and postpartum book recommendation?

I actually love The Mama Natural Guide To Pregnancy & Childbirth.

As a Doula and medical professional, I find it to be very complete, easy to understand and informative, and it covers many of the topics that I'm asked as a doula as well as many of those I was asked as a nurse.

Currently Serving | Birth & Postpartum Clients located in Dallas County, Denton County, Collin County, Tarrant County, and Parker County