What It Looks Like to Have a Carrot Fertility-Covered Birth Doula in Metro Detroit
Birth is more than an event. It is a transformative journey that invites you to meet yourself in a way you never have before. It asks you to prepare not only your body but also your heart and mind. Books and classes have their place, but real preparation comes from doing the deeper work—releasing fears, setting intentions, and learning to trust the wisdom of your body.
As a certified birth doula and photographer based in Oakland County, Michigan, I support families throughout Metro Detroit, Ann Arbor, Flint, and Grand Rapids. Through Carrot Fertility, families can now access this level of personalized, hands-on doula support through their employer’s fertility and family-forming benefits.
If you are wondering what it looks like to have me as your Carrot Fertility-covered birth doula, here is exactly what that experience feels like—from our first conversation to the moment you hold your baby.
My Philosophy on Birth
I believe birth is sacred. It is not about achieving perfection but about being present for your own story. I see birth as an opportunity for deep growth and transformation, and my mission is to help you approach it with confidence and peace.
Together we will explore what matters most to you, work through fears, and prepare both mentally and emotionally for the experience ahead. My goal is to help you feel connected, informed, and supported every step of the way—because when you feel safe and prepared, your body can do what it was designed to do.
My Background and Certifications
I am certified through Lifespan Doulas, with specialized training from VBAC Link and Spinning Babies. These certifications allow me to support a wide range of birth experiences, including VBAC, unmedicated birth, and hospital or home settings.
I am also a certified birth photographer, blending emotional presence with quiet documentation. My photography honors the story of birth without intrusion—capturing fleeting, sacred moments with authenticity and respect.
What Carrot Fertility-Covered Birth Doula Care Looks Like
From the Moment You Book
When you choose me as your Carrot Fertility birth doula, support begins right away. From the day your contract is signed, you’ll have ongoing phone and text access for questions, reassurance, and planning. My goal is for you to always feel like you have someone you can reach out to who truly knows you and your vision for birth.
Carrot Fertility reimbursement is simple. I provide clear, compliant documentation labeled “For Carrot Fertility Reimbursement,” including all required information, so you can submit easily and receive reimbursement directly from Carrot.
Two Prenatal Sessions, One In Person
Our prenatal sessions are where we build the foundation for your experience. These meetings are designed to help you connect to your body, your baby, and your birth preferences in a meaningful way.
Each client receives my Birth Prep Journal, a guided workbook created to help you reflect, release fears, clarify your priorities, and prepare emotionally. It includes space to write your intentions, explore your comfort preferences, and prepare questions to help you engage more deeply with your provider.
At least one of these sessions takes place in person, allowing us to connect face-to-face before your on-call window begins.
On-Call Support from 38 Weeks
Beginning at 38 weeks, I am on call for you day and night. Whether labor begins in the afternoon or the quiet hours before sunrise, you can reach me immediately. When it’s time, I join you wherever you are birthing and remain through active labor, birth, and the first hours postpartum.
When I arrive, I bring my full kit and caboodle of doula support tools—everything from rebozos, massage items, and essential oils to relaxation aids and comfort tools that create a soothing birth environment. These items, combined with hands-on techniques and emotional support, help you stay grounded and present throughout your labor.
Continuous Labor Support
During labor, I provide steady, intuitive guidance. My focus is on your comfort, confidence, and sense of connection. I draw from my Spinning Babies training to support optimal positioning, movement, and rhythm in labor, helping your body and baby work together naturally.
As a certified birth photographer, I also offer gentle, respectful documentation. These photographs are captured quietly, without interruption, preserving the moments that might otherwise be forgotten—the strength in your breath, the tears in your partner’s eyes, the first touch of your baby.
One Postpartum Visit
After birth, I return for one postpartum visit that is included as part of your birth doula care. This visit is not billed separately to Carrot Fertility, as it is included in your all-encompassing birth package.
During this visit, we debrief your experience, discuss early postpartum recovery, and check in emotionally and physically as you begin your new chapter.
A Small Gift of Birth Photography
While photography is not a service covered by Carrot Fertility, I believe every family deserves to remember their story beautifully. As a personal thank-you, I gift each of my birth clients a few keepsake photographs that capture the tenderness and transformation of their experience. These images are a quiet reflection of your strength and love.
Service Areas
I serve birth clients within a 50-mile radius of Oakland County, Michigan, including Metro Detroit, Ann Arbor, Flint, and Grand Rapids. This service range ensures I can provide timely and consistent care during your on-call period, while remaining fully present for each family I serve through Carrot Fertility.
Why Families Choose Carrot Fertility-Covered Birth Doula Care with Me
• Deep emotional and mental preparation for birth
• VBAC and Spinning Babies-informed care
• Two prenatal sessions and one postpartum visit
• Access to the Birth Prep Journal for guided reflection
• Immediate phone and text access once your contract is signed
• Full kit of comfort tools and labor support items
• Clear, compliant documentation for Carrot Fertility reimbursement
• Complimentary keepsake photography as a personal gift
Getting Started
If you have Carrot Fertility benefits and want to experience birth as something calm, empowering, and deeply supported, I would love to connect with you.
Together, we can create a birth plan that feels intentional, nurturing, and aligned with your vision.
Connect with me here to schedule a call.
