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Welcome to Pura Vida Eastern Wellness Current Acupuncture Student at the Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine, well versed in treating fertility issues, pregnancy and postpartum recovery through the use of acupressure, prenatal and pediatric massage and herbal nutrition. Helping NY/NJ/PA birthing families have physically empowering pregnancies, childbirth and postpartum recovery. Pura Vida uses the three critical elements of physical empowerment to achieve that: Holistic self-care, movement and awareness. Why Pura Vida? The name of Pura Vida" signifies a relaxed attitude towards life, including its ups and downs, and an easy-going nature. With the help of a doula, this is the type of approach we would like all mums to have during the pregnancy and birthing process, as well as during parenthood. One of the foundations of Pura Vida is following the mindfulness values provided by Midwife, Nancy Bardacke, who wrote "Mindful Birthing". Your doula will provide training and practice in the use of mindfulness not only during pregnancy and labor/delivery, but also in your transition to parenthood. Both mums and dads can benefit from mindfulness, and there is also research showing that mindfulness can maintain a healthy relationship for parents as well.

When a baby is born, so is a mother. Our gift to a new family, is non judgmental support. This means there are no hard set rules on the support offered as it is holistic in nature. Each activity is aimed to help the family navigate through the early days of the baby's childhood. No family is the same, therefore cultural sensitivity is of the utmost importance.

Bringing a baby into your life can be a beautiful yet, overwhelming experience. I've been a doula for 11 years and counting, so I've been doing this long enough to know that every family is different. Because of that, I like to get to know the families I work with so that I can support them in a way that is specific to their individual needs. I do not make the decisions for parents or tell them what to do, I empower them to have the confidence in their own parental decisions with evidenced based information, care and empathy. On top of being a doula, I'm a Childbirth educator, Certified Lactation Counselor, Nutritionist, Holistic Health Coach, Certified Sports Nutrition Coach, and Personal Trainer with specialties in pelvic floor, core health, prenatal and postpartum fitness. I bring all of my skills to families to support them in the way that is specific to their needs.

I am so glad you are here! I’m Sarah, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Certified Athletic Trainer. I also have a Certificate of Achievement in Obstetric Physical Therapy from the American Physical Therapy Association. After my own physical challenges during pregnancy and postpartum, I felt called to help other moms navigate similar challenges to feel strong and confident in their body during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond! I see clients in their homes (I travel to you!), in-office in Royersford, Pa, and virtually. I look forward to helping you during your motherhood journey!

Hi! I’m a mom of 4, perinatal yoga instructor and postpartum doula. I’m passionate about mental and physical health and wellness of mamas throughout pregnancy and beyond.

I help pregnant and postpartum women navigate their journey with confidence.

My goal is to provide prenatal and postpartum women with fitness level appropriate workouts that help prepare the body for the stresses of pregnancy, labor, and the physical demands of parenthood. Being a Muscle Mama begins during pregnancy, is tested through birth, and continues into parenthood. I’m so excited to support you through this journey!