About me

I am Latha Ram, a DONA trained birth doula, ICEA/Lamaze trained childbirth educator. My path into birth work began after my own birth experience opened my eyes to how modern birth can often feel overwhelming, clinical, and isolating. I found myself asking: when did women and families begin walking this journey without the village that once surrounded them? I created Dhatri to help families navigate pregnancy and birth with both evidence-based knowledge and compassionate support. My approach blends research-backed education with calm, grounded support. Some families want deep dives into research, medical evidence, and decision-making tools. Others want reassurance, emotional support, and someone who helps them slow down and reconnect with their intuition. Most families need both. I meet you where you are. My role is not to make decisions for you, but to provide you with evidence-based information, continuous support, and advocacy so you can make the choices that are right for your family. I support all birth choices - hospital, birth center, or home birth; medicated or unmedicated; vaginal or cesarean. What matters most is that you feel informed, supported, and empowered throughout your journey.

Education

Masters in Business Administration (2011)

Certification and training

DONA International Trained Birth Doula (2024)

ICEA / Lamaze Trained Childbirth Educator (2024)

Languages

English, Hindi, Tamil

Service introduction

I offer 2 comprehensive Birth Doula Packages - ✨ Birth Doula + 2 weeks Postpartum Support ✨ Birth Doula + 6 weeks Postpartum Support Additionally, I also offer 1:1 Safe Space Sessions. Not everyone wants a full doula package. Not everyone is looking for a childbirth class. ✨ Sometimes you just need someone to talk to. ✨ Someone who will listen without judgment. ✨ Someone who can help you process a decision, a fear, a question, or a transition. ✨ Someone who understands that being informed and being emotionally supported are equally important. These 30- and 60-minute 1:1 sessions are for anyone navigating pregnancy, birth, postpartum, or early parenthood and looking for a safe space.

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