Doulas have been shown to lessen the need for interventions in birth, and families who choose to have a doula’s support tend to report much more positive experiences.

Andrea W. Schwartz

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Birth is magical. It is a powerful, shaping experience unlike any other. I want to help you to be the most fierce, confident version of yourself in this process as you discover the deep instinctual power you already hold.

January 18&19, 2025 is FULL. Next Offering: May 3&4, 2025

**2-day weekend workshop in Truckee, CA**
***This course is best suited for expectant couples, partnered persons, or a single person with a friend due in the Summer or early Fall 2025***
We will meet for two full days over the weekend.
exchange is on a sliding scale: you pay what’s comfortable between $370-$700
In an effort to make our classes accessible, please send an email to place a request for payment plans or partial scholarships should payment feel like a stretch.

So what’s a DOULA?

“If a doula were a drug, it would be unethical not to use it.” -Dr. John Kennell

What can a birth doula do for me?

A doula is your tour guide, concierge, educator, and friend. Your Doula is a wonderful guide to help you with any questions you may have. She is also a guide to the resources available for pregnancy, labor, delivery, postpartum and more.

What is the role of a birth doula?

“A doula is a person experienced in childbirth who provides continuous emotional, physical, and informational support to parents.” (Mothering the Mother)

They help the laboring mom and her support crew to feel safe, supported, and informed. They provide evidence based information so you are aware of your options. Your birth assistant, or Doula, will use massage, visualizations, breathing exercises, atmosphere, guidance with positions, and motivation to help make your experience as positive and comfortable as possible.

The acceptance of doulas is rapidly growing with the recognition of how much they contribute to the physical and emotional well being of moms, birth partners, and infants.

What doulas do NOT do:

Doulas do not give medical advice or replace the partner or caregiver.

Let’s Connect: (I’ve been getting spam so bare with me):

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A loving heads up. Doula hours are wildly unpredictable, so I will respond when next available. Additionally, I reserve weekends for family, friends, and rest so if submitting this request falls during that time, I’ll respond on Monday :)

Andrea is one of the founding members of the Tahoe Truckee Birth Collective, connecting new and expectant families with local community resources.

Ask about other services available: Childbirth Education, Maternity/Birth/Newborn Photography, and Placenta Encapsulation.