About Me

Shelley Scotka

I wish I had known about doulas with my first baby! I had a lot of trouble with breastfeeding. I was exhausted. I had family support for a couple of weeks, but after they left, my husband and I felt overwhelmed. I didn’t know I could ask questions, make my own decisions for my baby, or trust my instincts as a  mother. I became a doula to help families navigate through the journey from birth to parenthood.

I became a Certified Childbirth Educator through International Childbirth Educators (ICEA) in 1998.  I have a Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science with an emphasis in Women’s Studies. I began attending births with my students. When my kids were older, I began offering postpartum services. I have special training and continuing education in labor and delivery, breastfeeding, and postpartum care, especially those who struggle with postpartum mood disorders such as depression and anxiety.

My Philosophies

  • Parents and babies are individuals. There is no “one size fits all” approach.
  • Postpartum is a wonderful but fragile time for a new family. Everyone deserves support and guidance.
  • Families deserve honest and evidence based information to help them decide what is right for them!

My Goal

  • To help you create an experience (birth or postpartum) that is joyful, gentle and empowering!