I'm Clara, a certified postpartum and birth doula, prenatal / postnatal yoga instructor, and soon to be certified lactation counselor practicing in Santa Cruz County on unceded Amah Mutsun land.

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I've been fascinated by pregnancy, birth, and motherhood since I was a very young child.  I’ve always known that I wanted to work in the birth world; a feeling that was amplified after witnessing my very first live (non-human) birth while working on a goat farm.

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As a birth and postpartum doula, I am deeply committed to fostering an environment where expectant and new parents feel supported, empowered, and nurtured on all levels – physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I invite mamas and families to experience greater ease, and help them to soften into their unique birthing and postpartum experiences. I hope that my care feels like a satisfying deep breathe. ​

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In my birth and postpartum doula work I meet clients exactly where they are, to honor the birthing and mothering portal. I love nothing more than watching new and expanding mamas step into their power, connect with their intuition, and learn to deeply trust themselves. My work is informed by Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, folk wisdom, and yoga.

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When we shine a light on the strength and raw beauty inherent in the process of physiologic birth, and when we honor the inner power of mamas, we foster individuals and communities that are honest, gentle, radical, and resilient. Communities that can change the world. 

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Our work together may include movement, meditation, child birth education, meal preparation, herbal suggestions, Abhyanga oil massage, newborn care and more.

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Outside of doula-land you will find me rock climbing in beautiful places, whispering to plants, milking goats, and knitting sweaters.