B-earth-Mama
Birth Doula and Pregnancy Support Services
Birth is a divine right
for both parent and child.
"Birth is an opportunity to transcend. To rise above what we are accustomed to, reach deeper inside ourselves than we are familiar with, and to see not only what we are truly made of, but the strength we can access in and through birth."
Marcie Macari
Hi there!
My name is Desiree Dougherty
I am a certified birth doula, birth and pregnancy coach, and perinatal educator serving families in the greater San Francisco/East Bay Area.
It is my passion to empower expectant families in taking ownership of their birth experiences and to provide support that balances both evidence and intuition.
I believe that birth is an opportunity to know yourself, and your partner, in the deepest and most intimate of ways while tapping into strengths you never knew you had. It is a journey to the center of yourself, and one that leads to the most precious of treasures: your baby and the family you have built for them.
No matter your situation, or what kind of birth you are envisioning for yourself, you deserve to have someone by your side who is 100% committed to supporting you in achieving that vision. This is the support you invest in when you partner with B-earth-Mama.
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The B-earth-Mama Method is based on three pillars of preparation - mind, body, and soul. Whether you are opting for birth support, pregnancy coaching, or childbirth education, our relationship will center evidence based information, deep exploration of your own unique physiology, and simple mindfulness practices to help you stay calm and grounded in moments of intensity so that you can fully surrender yourself to the journey of your birth.
Birth Support
Birth Support
Embrace the wild and transformative nature of birth with Birth Support by B-earth-Mama. Whether you are planning to birth at home, in the hospital, or at a stand-alone birth center, together we can make your birth experience a source of joy, pride, and empowerment. In our prenatal sessions, we will craft a vision for your birth that is a reflection of your personal and family values. I will be there to support you physically and emotionally as you navigate the waves of labor, reminding you of the knowledge your body already carries. And once you have made the transition to parenthood, I will help you process the experience of both your birth and your new role in life.
Childbirth Education
Childbirth Education
Childbirth
Education
Get real about birth with Childbirth Education by B-earth-Mama. Whether you are planning an unmedicated birth or are opting for medicinal support tools, being educated about your options gives you the power to make intentional decisions that come from your intuition, rather than a place of fear. We break down stigmas about the birthing process and dilute any polarity you may have encountered. There is no such thing as good or bad choices in birth, just your choices. Learn how to make the decisions that support your unique body in any situation! B-earth-Mama offers both private and group learning opportunities.
Birth Coaching
Birth Coaching
Take the overwhelm out of planning for your birth with Birth Coaching by B-earth-Mama. No matter what kind of birth you are hoping for, together we can build effective, holistic practices to prepare your mind, body, and soul for the journey of childbirth and the transition to parenthood. In focused prenatal sessions, we will work to define simple strategies to help you remain calm, confident, and in control while navigating your care in pregnancy and in birth. Topics can range from birth planning to advocacy to building your postpartum support system, and everything in between. Birth attendance not included.
