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Kyrstle is a dedicated Coast Guard Veteran and proud Military Spouse with firsthand experience navigating the challenges of breastfeeding as a mother of two. She breastfed both of her children and faced unique obstacles with each journey, deepening her empathy and commitment to supporting other families.
With over seven years of experience providing lactation education and support, Kyrstle is passionate about empowering parents to overcome lactation challenges and achieve their feeding goals. Her approach is rooted in compassion, resilience, and evidence-based care, making her a trusted partner in every family’s unique breastfeeding journey.
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Danielle is dedicated to educating and empowering parents through the newborn stage and helping them navigate infant and toddler sleep challenges. With 15 years of experience working closely with families, she understands the unique struggles and joys of early parenthood and aims to provide the guidance and support parents need during this critical time. Danielle’s approach is rooted in compassion, offering customized solutions that respect each family’s needs and parenting style.
Through her expertise as a certified pediatric sleep consultant and newborn care specialist, Danielle helps parents establish healthy sleep habits for their babies and toddlers, ensuring that everyone in the family gets the rest they need. Her goal is to equip parents with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to create a peaceful, restful environment in their homes, allowing them to fully enjoy the precious early years with their children
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Portia is a passionate advocate for maternal empowerment and birth advocacy. With a deep commitment to supporting mothers and their families, she works tirelessly to provide the tools, knowledge, and emotional support needed to make informed decisions about childbirth. Portia believes that every mother deserves to feel confident, informed, and in control of her birth experience, regardless of the circumstances.
Through personalized guidance, educational resources, and a compassionate approach, she helps families navigate the complexities of pregnancy, labor, and postpartum care. With years of experience and a heart dedicated to nurturing both mothers and families, Portia empowers women to trust in their bodies, make choices that feel right for them, and foster positive birth memories that last a lifetime
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International Doulas Institute Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula & Childbirth Educator
Lactation Education Resources Certified Lactation Specialist
CPR & First Aid Certified
Martie’s journey into birth work began at 18 when she became a certified birth and postpartum doula. For more than a decade, she’s had the privilege of supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period, helping them feel informed, empowered, and cared for during some of life’s most transformative moments.
Over the years, Martie has trained closely alongside community birth professionals and gained extensive hands-on experience supporting clients in home, birth center, and hospital settings. These experiences have deepened her commitment to evidence-based care, informed consent, and honoring each family’s unique values and goals. Martie believes birth exists on a spectrum of normal and that every person deserves compassionate, nonjudgmental support as they navigate their own path.
Martie is especially passionate about supporting BIPOC and LGBTQ+ families and helping address the disparities that continue to impact maternal and infant health outcomes. Creating inclusive, affirming spaces where clients feel seen, heard, and respected is at the heart of her work.
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