{Guided Births: Amanda Parkinson}
Welcome to Guided Births. My name is Amanda and I am a DONA trained doula in the Cincinnati area. If you think that birthing can be an incredible adventure, it'd be an honor for me to help guide you through the finish line!
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Born photography by Michael Parkinson
What is a Doula?
The word "doula" comes from the ancient Greek meaning "a woman who serves" and is now used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period.
Studies have shown that when doulas attend birth, labors are shorter with fewer complications, babies are healthier and they breastfeed more easily.
What is a Guided Birth Doula?
My goal is to ensure you with a satisfying birth experience…by providing support as noted above, as well as guidance with breathing and/or visualization techniques, relaxation, massage, and fear release. In addition to providing informational support- about your options before, during and after birth-I am always a continuous support for your choices. I also can help facilitate good communications with your medical care providers/birth attendants.
As a doula,
I am here to help create a safe environment in which the mother can achieve her ideal birth plan and even enjoy this day wonder. I would love to assist you and your family in preparation for the big day ahead. My services are always on an "on call basis" so please feel free to contact me anytime!
I also provide additional services for a nominal fee, such as
* belly casting
* pregnancy photography
* photographing the birth
* providing a birth story to the new family
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Amanda Parkinson
My parents were raised in the Trenton area and I was born in Dayton (this is also where I choose to deliver my little one). I have lived in Cincinnati for over 20 years.
