Find a Sleep Coach Near Me in Rochester, MN

Hello and Congratulations on your new arrival! I've been a birth doula since 2018 through the organization DONA. Every birth I have assisted with has been a beautiful and a learning experience for me. I feel blessed to be a part of this special moment in the lives of my clients. My practice provides you and your partner with continuous emotional and physical support. You are in charge, but a doula can assist with you staying in charge, especially in a hospital setting. Doula's are skilled at helping to alleviate the fear factor of giving birth. Every mother deserves a doula, and I hope you would consider me to be yours. Best wishes! Rhonda

Hi there! I’m the founder of Independent Sleepers and a proud mom of two. With over 10 years as an ICU RN and 2 years in the NICU, I bring both medical expertise and a mother’s heart to my work. As a certified pediatric sleep consultant and newborn care specialist, I’ve guided thousands of families to restful nights and consistent naps. Most babies I work with sleep through the night within just a few nights, and settle into proper nap routines within 2 weeks.

As your doula, I’m your non-medical teammate from bump to baby. I bring a DACM background, midwifery training, and deep somatic skills to offer steady, practical support—not needles. Prenatal: We clarify your birth values, map options, and rehearse pain-coping (breath, movement, vocalization). I coach your partner in acupressure, counterpressure, positioning, and other comfort measures (such as back pressure, heat/cold, and the use of a birth ball) so they feel confident and helpful. Labor & Birth: I create a calm field: rhythmic touch, position changes for progress, temperature/lighting tweaks, hydration cues, and clear communication with your team. I help you stay grounded, heard, and in choice. Postpartum: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)- informed recovery—warming meals, gentle herbal teas/compresses, rest planning, and somatic down-regulation—to support hormones, bleeding, and mood in the early weeks. What I don’t do: clinical tasks, medical advice, or acupuncture at the birth. What I do exceptionally well: nervous system steadiness, pain-coping support, and partner coaching so your birth feels collaborative, supported, and yours.