12/31/2025
Wow, what a year 2025 has been! I had the honor of welcoming all these babies into the world while also chasing around my own two littles. I met so many amazing families this year, they were so strong in the face of some unique and unexpected obstacles. Many of these births rocked me to my core and were a reminder that birth is so unpredictable. You honestly wouldn’t believe some of these birth stories!! I am so insanely proud of these parents and how well they have stepped into their new roles (as fresh parents and especially those with multiples). This year alone, over half my families were military! Most faced deployments during pregnancy, birth or immediately postpartum. Motherhood is no easy task, especially when your partner is half way across the world so I would do a million rounds of applause for them.
For myself, this year has been one of heartache, reflection, soul searching, and so much prayer on next steps. My deep desire to serve my doula families well has led to gaps being opened within my own family. As many of us know, we can’t pour from an empty cup. It’s time I practice what I preach and truly unplug and focus on my sweet little family. I have decided to take a step back from doula work and on-call life for now. This decision was certainly not made lightly as I have enjoyed the last 3 and a half years of serving Hampton Roads. I truly believe birth work is a passion and gift given straight from the Lord and my wonderful husband has been nothing short of supportive which makes this even harder. I am excited to lean into my role as “just” a mom for the time being. I will be back to serving families, I’m just not sure when or how yet! Thank you all so much for your unwavering support!
To my past clients or those who were hoping to get on my books, please reach out as I would love to point you in the direction of some of the other truly fantastic doulas in our area. I am also still available for a very limited amount of maternity, newborn, or family session so please reach out if you’re interested! Thank you all and Happy New Year!! 🥳
