Valerie Peterson
Valerie Peterson
Valerie Peterson
About me
My name is Val, and I have over two decades as a birth doula in San Diego, California. I have a health care background and value this aspect of bringing my experience to all the births I support. My philosophy for birth, is to remember that a woman will always remember how she was spoken to, and treated on the day of her giving birth. I love this work, it is a calling and truly an honor to be invited to a birth. I had a mom tell me one time, while she was searching for a doula, after asking her sister who had used a doula for her second birth, responded with the following: "Using a doula is the difference of flying first class compared to coach!" This mom went on to have a fantastic experience.
Education
BA in Child and Family Development/SDSU (2003)
AA in Respiratory Therapy/Grossmont College (2007)
Certification and training
Hearts and Hands Volunteer Program/UCSD (2005)
EMT for San Luis Ambulance, San Luis Obispo, California (2001)
Lactation Educator/UCSD Extension (2009)
Languages
English
Service introduction
I offer predominately birth doula services, along with photography and lactation support if needed. Although I do have postpartum experience, I can only commit to short term experiences with the overnight care scenarios.
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Ratings and reviews
Val made the birth of my first child such a meaningful experience. She is supportive, understanding, insanely qualified and helped us every step of the way. My birth did not go as I had planned, and without Val things would have been far more difficult. She is responsive and we were in constant communication while I was in labor. I sent her photos of my mucus plug, reported contraction time, and got her feedback consistently as I labored at home. To top off her excellent care, she took some of the most precious photos after delivery of our new little family that we will cherish forever. Will absolutely be working with Val again should God bless us with another baby.
- Alexandra B.
Val was amazing! After thoughtful consideration, my husband and I decided to work with Val to ensure I had a positive birth experience! Val was very open and supportive of all the things we wanted for my birth. Just like many things giving birth can be unpredictable and may not go as you desire. With Val, she was there for us and encouraged us through all the ups and downs. I firmly believe that my birthing experience was positive because we had Val who was familiar with the options of giving birth in a hospital. I highly recommend Val! She will be there with you til the end, no matter how many hours of labor you go through!
- Julia O.
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