About me

My mother was a Lamaze instructor who taught childbirth classes in our home, surrounding me with the language, rhythm, and wonder of pregnancy and birth from an early age. As the eldest of four siblings and 16 grandchildren, I grew up surrounded by babies, witnessing the magic of new life, and developing a deep-rooted sense of awe and normalcy around the birthing process. When my husband and I began our own journey into parenthood, we immersed ourselves in learning all we could about pregnancy and birth. I was incredibly grateful for the unmedicated births of our sons in 2004 and 2006—both transformative and empowering experiences that had a profound effect on me. I explored various creative and administrative paths but found myself longing for a more meaningful way to serve others. My own births lit a spark in me, and that spark grew into a calling. I became a doula and gained extensive experience supporting families birthing in homes, birth centers, and hospitals across Los Angeles. Over time, my passion for this sacred work deepened, and I felt the undeniable pull to expand my knowledge and commitment to birthing families by becoming a midwife. Through years of study, apprenticeship, and dedication, I graduated from the MEAC-accredited National Midwifery Institute. I am a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) with the North American Registry of Midwives and am a Licensed Midwife (LM) with the Medical Board of California and I am certified in neonatal resuscitation, CPR, and Basic Life Support (BLS). I have had the privilege of supporting hundreds of families on their birthing journey's. Becoming a midwife has been one of the greatest honors of my life— and I carry every story, every family, and every birth with gratitude and reverence.

Education

National Midwifery Institute (2024)

Certification and training

Current certifications in Neonatal Resuscitation, CPR & BLS, Spinning Babies, (2024)

Memberships and affiliations

North American Registry of Midwives, California Association of Licensed Midwives

Credentials

Specialties

Languages

English

Service introduction

I offer midwifery care rooted in trust, connection, and respect for the natural wisdom of the body, serving families throughout Los Angeles and the surrounding communities. Services include: personalized prenatal care, peaceful home and water birth, nurturing postpartum care, empowering monitrice care, and compassionate wellness and gynecological care. I include comprehensive prenatal education classes in my service packages that nourish confidence, connection, and informed decision-making. To me, birth is a profound spiritual journey—a powerful, transformative process. My philosophy is simple: you are in charge. You are the expert on your body and your baby. I encourage you to trust your intuition, listen deeply to your body, and embrace the process of labor with openness and confidence. What is a Monitrice? A monitrice is a licensed midwife, or other clinically trained provider who supports you during your birth journey—not only emotionally and physically, like a doula—but also through limited clinical care during labor at home. Monitrice care is for those who want more than just clinical or emotional support—it’s for families who believe in whole-person care. It’s the gentle balance of medical knowledge and soulful presence, woven together in a way that brings safety, comfort, and empowerment to your birthing experience. I’m a graduate of the National Midwifery Institute, a Licensed Midwife (LM) with the Medical Board of California, and a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) through the North American Registry of Midwives. I am also certified in neonatal resuscitation, CPR, and Basic Life Support (BLS). Supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period is truly a labor of love—and it’s an honor I hold with deep gratitude.

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