About Me
Birth Work With Sophia
Sophia is a Berkeley-based birth and postpartum doula who completed her training with Hospital Friendly Doulas. She has supported dozens of women through a wide range of birth experiences from inductions, c-sections, medicated and unmedicated births.
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As a certified yoga instructor, she offers emotional and physical support to help women feel empowered and cared for throughout birth. This often looks like massage, acupressure, rebozo work, breathing and relaxation techniques. In addition, she is skilled at working closely with mothers and providers to carry out birth plans and advocate for patient needs. Apart from private clients, Sophia proudly serves as a volunteer doula at Berkeley's Alta Bates Summit Medical Center providing compassionate care to diverse populations.

Why work with me?
As your doula, we will work together as a team of collaborators to execute your birth plan and create empowering memories of your labor and birth. I see myself as a compassionate and knowledgeable companion, walking alongside you throughout the birth of your baby and the transformation of self. I’m highly adaptable, and allow a level of fluidity in the role I play in your birth. I am motivated to make birthing people feel seen, heard, and empowered by centering them, their partner and their wishes through all stages of birth. I feel called to this work as a natural born helper and effective communicator. I utilize these skills by acting as a liaison between all members of the birthing team. At the end of the day, I am someone who loves people and loves to build strong and genuine connections. Not only that, but I love to show up and champion the people I care for. I feel honored to do this work and support you in this moment of magical transformation.

What I can offer
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Prenatal education
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Partner involvement
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Breathing techniques
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Position changes
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Spinning babies techniques
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Counter pressure
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Acupressure
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Massage
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Encouragement
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Communication liaison
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Immediate postpartum support
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Breastfeeding support
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Postpartum nutrition
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Meal prep
