melanie wachsman

My commitment as a doula is to insure you have the birth you envision. Whether your path includes meditation or medication or both, you can count on the birth to be what you design for you and your child's birthing experience. After spending 2 years volunteering in the Labor and Delivery Department at Cedars-Sinai, I understand the policies of hospitals and can work with them to advocate your delivery the way you choose it to be. My studies include prenatal yoga, breath work, pre/postnatal nutrition, hypnobirthing and lactation. My certifications include postpartum doula as well, so if you see support enhancing your early motherhood experience, I can see you through. The benefits of my role as a postpartum doula include successful breastfeeding, connective bonding with your baby, and management of daily life during the transition will you have welcoming your new addition. All of the postpartum benefits will also be infused with support in self care and nurturing of yourself while caring for your newborn. My nature is calm and present, these abilities will serve you and a partner in keeping the course you have chosen while you allowing you be in your experience. It is a honor to be part of a woman’s birth and postpartum journey. Blessings, Melanie www.doulamellie.com