Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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Sara Greenberg CD(dona)

Airmont,NY

Summary

As a Certified Birth Doula with Self Employed Services, I excel in fostering relationships with healthcare providers and advocating for birthing families, ensuring seamless care coordination. My expertise in problem-solving and calm demeanor under pressure, enhances client confidence and satisfaction. I continuously honed my skills in movement, dance and hypno birthing methods, contributing to positive childbirth experiences by my clients.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Birth Doula

Self Employed Services
09.2014 - Current
  • Cultivated positive relationships with local healthcare providers to ensure seamless coordination of care for clients.
  • Supported parents in navigating the healthcare system for optimal prenatal care, referrals, and resources.
  • Evaluated progress throughout labor stages to provide appropriate hands-on support and guidance.
  • Strengthened communication between clients and medical professionals, advocating for the wishes of birthing families.
  • Provided valuable guidance on newborn care essentials including diapering, bathing, swaddling techniques.
  • Encouraged informed decision-making by providing evidence-based information on various childbirth interventions.
  • Collaborated with clients prenatally to address any fears or concerns surrounding childbirth, empowering them with knowledge and confidence.
  • Improved client confidence in their birthing abilities through ongoing emotional support and reassurance.
  • Promoted a calm environment during labor through relaxation techniques such as guided visualization, breathing exercises, and massage.
  • Assisted new parents with initial breastfeeding attempts to establish successful latch-on patterns.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing continuous emotional, physical, and informational support during labor and birth.
  • Facilitated stronger bonds between partners during pregnancy with inclusive educational workshops on childbirth preparation.
  • Developed customized birth plans to address individual needs and preferences of expectant mothers.
  • Continuously updated knowledge of best practices in maternal care by attending relevant trainings and obtaining certifications in specialized areas such as breastfeeding or postpartum mood disorders.
  • Maintained client confidentiality and established trust through compassionate listening, empathy, and open communication.
  • Optimized comfort levels during labor using non-pharmacological pain relief methods such as hydrotherapy or birth balls.

Education

Body Ready Method
Online
03.2022

Dancing For Birth Workshop
Philadelphia, PA
07.2019

Dona International
Monsey, NY
08.2014

Yeshiva Avir Yakov
Spring Valley, NY
06.2003

Skills

  • Quick thinking
  • Flexible
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Great Communication
  • Educational classes

Accomplishments

I have trained and certified in the BODY READY METHOD . I have trained and Certified as a DANCING FOR BIRTH instructor. I have trained as a MAHYA induction specialist to help reduce the necessity of medical induction. I have also been trained in hypnobirthing and im very knowledgeable in the spinning babies techniques.

Certification

CD(dona)

BRM

Timeline

Certified Birth Doula

Self Employed Services
09.2014 - Current

Body Ready Method

Dancing For Birth Workshop

Dona International

Yeshiva Avir Yakov
Sara Greenberg CD(dona)