Maternal Goddess Doula Services
Massachusetts Doula, Breastfeeding Counselor.
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About Shelly
My two daughters: Summer (on left) and Brooke
My Philosophy:
I believe that every woman has a maternal goddess inside of her that instinctively knows how she can best give birth. I believe that birth is a natural and powerful experience that is best accomplished when allowed to take its natural course. However, I acknowledge and respect that sometimes things do not go as planned and intervention is needed.
During those times, all that may be needed is a gentle touch, loving guidance, and supportive encouragement. My job is not to speak for the pregnant woman, but to act as a resource and give her the information she needs to make informed choices about her care.
My goal is to help women in the community to view their birth as a powerful and fulfilling experience that they can look back on with pride and awe.
I believe that every woman has a maternal goddess inside of her that instinctively knows how she can best give birth. I believe that birth is a natural and powerful experience that is best accomplished when allowed to take its natural course. However, I acknowledge and respect that sometimes things do not go as planned and intervention is needed.
During those times, all that may be needed is a gentle touch, loving guidance, and supportive encouragement. My job is not to speak for the pregnant woman, but to act as a resource and give her the information she needs to make informed choices about her care.
My goal is to help women in the community to view their birth as a powerful and fulfilling experience that they can look back on with pride and awe.
About Me:
My passion for childbirth and infant care began with the pregnancy and birth of my oldest daughter in September 2004. Going into the hospital while in labor, I found myself quite ignorant about hospital policies and procedures concerning birth and was unprepared to voice my wishes and desires.
Shortly after my daughter's birth I graduated with honors from the University of Hartford with a Bachelor's Degree in International Studies and Politics and Government. Soon after I became pregnant with my youngest daughter and made it my mission to educate myself as much as possible about birth.
I gave birth to my youngest daughter in September 2006 at home in a birthing tub in my living room with midwives. The differences between my two births gives me the advantage of having experienced both types of birth.
I also received extensive Doula training under the guidance of an experienced midwife. I am an active member in La Leche League and in the Central Massachusetts Babywearing Group.
My passion for childbirth and infant care began with the pregnancy and birth of my oldest daughter in September 2004. Going into the hospital while in labor, I found myself quite ignorant about hospital policies and procedures concerning birth and was unprepared to voice my wishes and desires.
Shortly after my daughter's birth I graduated with honors from the University of Hartford with a Bachelor's Degree in International Studies and Politics and Government. Soon after I became pregnant with my youngest daughter and made it my mission to educate myself as much as possible about birth.
I gave birth to my youngest daughter in September 2006 at home in a birthing tub in my living room with midwives. The differences between my two births gives me the advantage of having experienced both types of birth.
I also received extensive Doula training under the guidance of an experienced midwife. I am an active member in La Leche League and in the Central Massachusetts Babywearing Group.
If you are interested in any of my services, please feel free to contact me for a free initial consultation.
Shelly Taft
(508) 917-8241
shelly@maternalgoddessdoula.com
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