Grace De Groote
Richmond,VA
Summary
Birth attended- October 2022
Assisted with at home labor, recognizing labor transitions to know when to get to hospital, provided physical and verbal support, assisted with spousal direction to support laboring parent, discussed interventions offered and provided evidence based information, assisted at home postpartum, provided lactation and breastfeeding support.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Birth Doula
Baby Bird Birth
Richmond, VA
10.2022 - Current
- Provided physical comfort measures such as massage, counter-pressure, and hip squeezes during labor.
- Guided families through the labor process by providing evidence-based information about options available to them.
- Introduced breathing and grounding techniques to support birthing process and increase overall comfort.
- Assisted with newborn care basics such as diapering, swaddling, bathing, feeding, burping.
- Closely monitored mother's health, comfort and emotional states before, during and after labor for births.
- Coached clients on relaxation techniques that reduce stress levels before and during delivery.
- Created an inclusive environment that welcomed diverse family structures into the birthing experience regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation.
- Encouraged active participation of partners during childbirth using strategies such as breathing exercises and positive affirmations.
- Developed individualized birth plans with mothers based on health concerns, desires and fears.
- Provided lactation support services including positioning advice and troubleshooting latching issues.
Education
DONA International
Iowa City, IA01-2023
Skills
- Birth plan assistance
- Pain management strategies
- Decision-making guidance
- Physical comfort
- Prenatal education
- Breastfeeding support
- Newborn care
- Holistic care approach
- Emotional support
- Postpartum care
Timeline
Birth Doula
Baby Bird Birth
10.2022 - Current
DONA International
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