MAMA WARRIOR DOULA
*All photos belong to me and are from births I have attended and taken by me, unless otherwise noted. They are not to be used without permission.
Meet Melissa of Mama Warrior Doula
Melissa Duenas: Certified Birth Doula, Certified Postpartum Doula, Certified Lactation Counselor, Certified Childbirth Education,
HypnoBirthing Instructor, Neonatal Resuscitation Certified, Midwifery Assistant, Reiki Practitioner,
and doula trainer for Embodied Doula Trainings
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Through love, logic, education, advocation and a little bit of trust in the universe, I help clients achieve powerful birth experiences that will impact them for years to come. I don't believe in a healthy baby being the only end goal, but a mentally well and supported parent being my top priority.
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I am an indigenous woman who brings a bit of my culture into all of the things that I do. I have 2 biological sons who are 6 and 8 years old. They keep me on my toes for sure. I enjoy traveling, food experiences, hosting friends and family, as well as being active and giving back to our local community. I am passionate about supporting other womxn owned businesses.
I have attended over 400 births in home, hospitals and birth centers. I have attended 94 VBAC's, including VBA2C & VBA3C with 90% of those resulting in vaginal births. I have supported 44 families welcome their twins vaginally, and 93% of my clients have achieved the types of births they set out to achieve. I have a background in psychology and a passion working with those who have a history in anxiety or are facing high risk pregnancies and might need extra emotional support. Feel free to poke around and contact me with any questions you might have.
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BIRTHING GUIDANCE
HERE FOR YOU
After beginning our relationship with a meet and greet, as your birth doula I am committed to your health and the wellbeing of your growing family, available whenever needed throughout your entire pregnancy as well as after giving birth. I will be there to provide you with continuous emotional and physical support, and answer any and all questions you may have.
