While this portion of the website continues to be built, please do not hesitate to reach out to me for Pregnancy/Infant Loss Doula services or guidance. If you are currently in labor and need immediate assistance, please contact me at teresa@HawaiiBirthDoula.com (based in Michigan, formerly O‘ahu).
Aloha, my name is Teresa.
I offer specialized doula support to families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss before, during, and after birth.
All Births Honored | All Families Welcomed
I know you never wanted to be here.
But I am here for you.
Why Receive Help from Me
Whether you are in the middle of an emergency delivery as you are reading this or planning to carry to term, I have held space for over 60 births. I know how to customize care for families experiencing this hell, bringing honor, healing, and acceptance of the rawest of grief. I am proud to work alongside many wonderful nurses and doctors, not to influence your medical needs but to act as a liaison, additional support, and advocate when needed.
Are you a family member or friend looking for resources? You may benefit from the Helping Others page, made specifically for support.
How it Works
While I have a unique calling to hold space for individuals during the birth process, this level of service goes far beyond simply being present in the labor and delivery room. Companioning through
Prenatal appointments
Assistance in navigating insurance policies
Funeral/memorial planning
Sibling preparation
Photography
Postpartum preparation & care
Are all areas I help assist families with. Some births may be shorter in the planning and postpartum care but longer in labor and delivery; sometimes the opposite is true. When you feel like you can’t make sense of this journey, I am your constant.