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This painting is called *Sisterhood Support*. I am deeply honored that this beautiful piece was born just for me from the loving talent of an artist friend after describing the passion I have for the work that I do. It is how, in my mind’s and heart’s eye, I envision my calling as a childbirth educator and a doula.
*Mothering the Mother* is what I do ~ it is my deepest desire and most joyous pleasure to come along side a woman, and walk with her, as she embarks on her journey into motherhood. I desire to shelter the tenderness of her sacred space, allowing her the security and freedom to unfold in the beauty and power that is found within her. My roll is to embrace her and her husband as the creation of their love is born, and thus, a new family is created.
My name is Maureen Hinds, and the passion that I call Birth, Babies & Beyond has been serving families in the Silicon Valley since 1990. I am a member of DONA (Doulas of North America), SOLACE (Support for Overcoming Labor And Childbearing Experiences) and past president of BABI (Bay Area Birth Information).
I have taught Natural Childbirth Classes, using the Bradley® Method. Services also include Childbirth Assistance/Labor Support Services (Doula), Postpartum Doula Services, Private Birth Consultations and Breastfeeding Information and Support.
What is a Doula?
A doula’s modern day definition is ‘one who *Mothers the Mother*’. I also like to include the entire immediate family in my personal definition…..we could all use a little more nurturing, *mothering*, done in the most pure essence of the word.
Prenatally, as a Doula, I hope to guide mothers towards confidence in their bodies, themselves as well as in the birth process. A Doula should work well with both the mother and father-to-be, supporting the couple as they venture into this next stage of their life. I look to compliment your newly forming family, helping to empower you in your choices for the birth of your child, through education, intuition and experience. At the birth, I do everything from hand holding to massage to gophering to videoing to photographing to tricks up my sleeve for pain relief and the unexpected twists and turns that birth can take…in other words, whatever is needed. I remind you of your choices, of the pros and cons of any procedure you may come across and remind you of any alternatives that may exist….but never will I make decisions for you.
Birth Doula services include 2 prenatal appointments, assistance with the drafting of a personal birth plan, 24 hour prenatal phone support & on call duty, assistance at the birth and remaining approximately 2 hours postpartum to assist with the first breastfeeding, and a postpartum visit in your home.
If you are interested in learning more about my Doula services, please contact me to set up a free, get-to-know you consultation.
“Behold, Children are a gift of the Lord,
the fruit of the womb is a reward.”
