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What is the difference between a birth doula, postpartum doula, and lactation educator?
A birth doula supports you through labor with reassurance, comfort techniques, and guidance during the birthing process. A postpartum doula supports your transition after birth by nurturing your rest, guiding your recovery, and helping you confidently care for your newborn. A lactation educator focuses specifically on facilitating breastfeeding. I currently offer postpartum and lactation support.
Meet Your Doula, Veronica BSN, RN
The heart of my work is centered in the belief that well-supported mothers are the cornerstones of healthy communities.
My journey in maternal support began in a public health clinic, where I observed the relationship between social support and maternal health outcomes as a nurse. What I learned confirmed what I felt intuitively: mothers with well-rounded social support experienced more positive postpartum recoveries.
This finding guided me toward more relational work with mothers as a nurse and postpartum doula. My practice integrates evidence-based care with warm emotional-attunement that is responsive to each family’s ecosystem.
I lovingly acknowledge all postpartum experiences from joyful, to tender, to complex. It is an honor to warmly support you throughout your unique journey.
Education & Experience
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from California State University, Bakersfield, and began my career as a Certified Public Health Nurse. My nursing education continues to guide my practice through evidence-based care, interprofessional collaboration, and a commitment to client-centered support.
I completed birth and postpartum doula trainings through Doulas of North America International (DONA) and received additional education in loss, miscarriage, and abortion support through the Colorado Doula Project.
I am currently studying lactation consulting at UC San Diego in preparation for IBCLC certification.
