Patty’s Approach to Doula Work

Patty approaches each person and their pregnancy with curiosity, one of her personal values, so that she can guide you as you make decisions that serve you/your family best. She loves to look at the whole picture of who you are to better support your desires and wishes for your birthing experience. Patty believes that birthing people are incredibly resilient and strong. As your birth doula, she wants to advocate for you, give you encouragement, and guide you with comfort measures during this most transformative time. With her background in Athletic Training, Patty enjoys being hands-on throughout the birthing process, utilizing your body’s movement and anatomy as both a form of pain management and to aid in progressing your labor.

As a birth doula, Patty strives to help birthing folks create their ideal birthing plan through evidence-based information, a wide variety of coping mechanisms, and communication tools. Her goal is to support families in achieving the birth experience they envision and to reduce fear through all the peaks and valleys of their journey by instilling confidence in their inherent ability. As someone who has not experienced labor, Patty practices non-judgement and believes that each person has the right to choose their birthing preferences.

Patty’s Background

Patty has a BS in Athletic Training and a Masters of Art in Education. Her past experience as a healthcare professional serves her well as a birth doula because she is very knowledgeable and confident with the anatomy of the body, creating a calm environment in the face of uncertainty, and being able to adapt under pressure. For the past 8 years, she has been a people leader where her personal focus is on developing young adults through open communication, kindness, and trust. All of these different experiences have led her here, with a passion and desire to help others through the physical and emotional journey of pregnancy, labor, and birth.

Patty grew up in St. Louis, MO and has lived in Portland since 2018. In 2022 she adopted a furry family member, Roxie, who brings her so much joy through endless games of fetch and daily walks outside. Patty is an avid reader, loves trying new hobbies, and enjoys spending quality time with friends through movie and game nights.