"Shari absolutely embodies the spirit of what I believe a doula to be. I have seen her provide continued and focused support through long and difficult labors...she is a clear communicator with the providers and nurses.  She is gentle, nuturing, and lends a solid and warm presence for the laboring woman."--labor and delivery nurse

 

 

 

 

Providing continuous physical, emotional, and informational support for women and families before, during and immediately after childbirth.

Precious Birth Doula Service: providing physical, emotional, and informational support before, during, and just after childbirth. Shari Saldana, CD (DONA). Birth Doula. Serving the Portland Oregon Metropolitan Area. 503-936-9445.

Are you pregnant and anxiously awaiting the birth of your baby? 

Are you filled with excitement as you anticipate what your baby may look like?

Yes, meeting your baby truly is a life changing moment that will be remembered forever.

Of course you will want to have positive memories of your child's birth.

Along with this excitement, it is normal to also have fears or apprehension about labor and childbirth as you get closer to giving birth.

 

Maybe you haven't talked about these concerns or are not sure who to turn to for support.

It's normal to have questions like these:

    • How painful will labor be?
    • What can I do to help labor progress if it is long?
    • Who will support my husband/partner?
    • With the cesarean rate now over 30%, what can I do to decrease my own chances of having a cesarean birth?
    • If you have had a previous cesarean, you may be looking for support to increase your chances of have a vaginal birth.

Since 2004, I have supported hundreds of families as a doula and childbirth educator. It truly has become my passion to help women approach childbirth with less fear and apprehension, creating positive birth memories.