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Hi, I’m Sofia. I’m a birth and postpartum doula trained through The Circle Family Center, a certified 500-hour yoga teacher with six years of experience specializing in pre and postnatal yoga, and a trained mindfulness childbirth educator through the Mindfulness Childbirth Class with Nancy Bardacki. My work integrates mindfulness, embodiment, and evidence-based education to support parents through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with confidence, clarity, and calm. When people feel supported and safe, their bodies are better able to move out of the fight flight freeze response and into a more grounded, responsive state. This shift allows labor to unfold more smoothly and helps parents stay present and connected throughout the process. I meet each client where they’re at, honoring the full spectrum of birth preferences and experiences with compassion, presence, and care. As a mother to a three-year-old, I bring both personal insight and professional experience to my work, offering guidance that is informed, empathetic, and deeply rooted in lived experience.
Supporting parents through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with guidance grounded in mindfulness, embodiment, and evidence-based practices. Helping clients feel safe, supported, and present, while honoring the full spectrum of birth and postpartum preferences.
Sofia is an incredible person, who was there for me in my most vulnerable moments. She is kind, giving and warm, everything I needed pre and post partum. I’m so lucky that I had her for my start down the path to motherhood, and I hope everyone ca have a Sofia in their life!
— Jax C.
I cannot express how grateful I am for the incredible support I received from Sofia during the birth of my first child. From the moment we connected, it felt like it was meant to be. She was everything I didn’t even know I needed and so much more. During labor, especially when unexpected complications arose, she was my anchor. She guided me through every intense moment with such positivity and grounding techniques that I didn’t panic and remained confident in my body. I am sure that because of her support, I was able to avoid a C-section and stay focused on what my body was capable of. She also supported my husband and mother. They also are so grateful. Her compassion, knowledge and advocacy truly are unmatched. She made all of us feel safe, supported, and genuinely cared for. I truly believe my birth experience would have been completely different without her—she transformed it into something I look back on with strength, pride, and deep gratitude. If you are considering a doula, lucky you to have found her. She is phenomenal in every sense of the word, and I feel beyond blessed that she was my doula. I will cherish the impact she had on my pregnancy, birth, and postpartum life forever.
— Tanya S.
We had the absolute pleasure of working with Sofia. From the very beginning, she offered unwavering support, thoughtful advice, and a calming presence that made us feel completely at ease. Her depth of knowledge is incredible — she answered every question with clarity and compassion, and always made sure we felt informed and empowered. During labor, she was a rock, and after birth, she even brought me a delicious home-made soup (in addition to all the postpartum visits), going way beyond what was expected from her. What made her truly special was how she felt more like a trusted friend than just a professional. Her warmth and dedication made all the difference, and we’re endlessly grateful for her care. I wholeheartedly recommend Sofia to anyone looking for a doula who brings both expertise and heart.
— Kat K.
English: Sofia is truly a gifted doula. She attended the birth of my second child at Dominican hospital and did a superb job of communicating my needs/ preferences with the hospital staff while supporting me her grounding and nurturing presence. Having her by my side felt like having a wise, loving sister who just knew what I needed before I even said it. I also appreciated Sofia's knowledge of Ayurveda and yoga. The tools and practices she shared with me leading up to labor and delivery were integral to my peaceful birthing experience. I’m deeply grateful for Sofia's wisdom, care, and support throughout the entire journey. Español: Sofía es realmente una doula con un don especial. Estuvo presente en el nacimiento de mi segundo hijo en el hospital Dominican y hizo un trabajo excepcional al comunicar mis necesidades y preferencias al personal del hospital, mientras me apoyaba con su presencia tan tranquila y amorosa. Tenerla a mi lado se sintió como tener a una hermana sabia y cariñosa que sabía exactamente lo que necesitaba antes de que yo lo dijera. También valoré mucho el conocimiento de Sofía sobre Ayurveda y yoga. Las herramientas y prácticas que compartió conmigo antes del parto fueron fundamentales para que tuviera una experiencia de nacimiento tranquila y armoniosa. Estoy profundamente agradecida por la sabiduría, el cuidado y el apoyo de Sofía a lo largo de todo el proceso.
— Hannah M.
Sofia was supportive of whatever I chose but she also offered alternative options to make sure I was making the right decision for me. In the end, I was able to deliver without getting an epidural. I was so happy with how Sofia’s support. We really could not have had such a great birthing experience without her!
— Christine C.
My experience with Sofia was amazing, beyond my expectations. She is a devoted, knowledgeable, kind, caring, intelligent, compassionate, committed, and confident doula. She cares about you all the time. I felt like a priority. I felt that she advocated for me and stood by my side in whatever way I chose to give birth. She respected my decisions and clarified every question I asked. She wants nothing less than what the mother herself wants, and it shows. She gave me confidence, knowledge, and encouragement to do things on my own terms. She is very knowledgeable about birth, and her support gave me strength during my pregnancy. I am so grateful for her expertise and for sharing this amazing journey with her. From the moment I met her, I knew she was the perfect doula for this beautiful experience! Every pregnant woman should have a doula by her side! I would highly recommend Sofia to any expecting mother.
— Fajah J.
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