About

Amy is a Postpartum Doula at Birthways, Inc. Her journey into care work began by attending “older sister training” at five years old before her little brother was born. She worked as a babysitter and
nanny throughout her college years, and is joining Birthways as a Postpartum Doula after witnessing many of her friends’ transformative experiences
becoming mothers.

Amy believes we are called to serve one another. She has been practicing mindfulness meditation since 2020, and works bi-weekly with a mindfulness coach. She hopes to bring calm energy and an inquiring mind to all situations she encounters as a doula. She looks forward to the chance to sit with clients’ vulnerabilities and make sure they feel heard, cared for, and understood. She is excited to help them build their confidence in the early days of motherhood. She feels honored to be welcomed into their homes and lives in the transformational moments after bringing home their baby.

Prior to joining Birthways, Amy worked for several years in the sustainability field, primarily in food waste reduction and composting, in addition to her volunteer coordination work in a variety of Chicago locations. She enjoys making connections with and learning from others. She is a loving and fun aunt to a gaggle of nieces and nephews around the country and world. Amy enjoys reading, having thoughtful conversations, doing jigsaw puzzles and playing games. She loves traveling and eating all sorts of different cuisines. She is energized by people and being with loved ones. Her strongest love language is food – she greatly enjoys cooking for herself and others, nourishing people with good food is one of her favorite things to do!

In Amy’s own words:
“I doula to bear witness to the awesome transformation that occurs when
someone becomes a mother. I doula to be a companion, a thought partner, a
confidence-builder, and a soft place to land when you may feel uncertain
about what to do next. I doula to care for those, who care for everyone else.”

What clients say:
“Amy is a thoughtful and empathetic person. She always looks for little ways
she can help people, even if not explicitly asked she can see the unspoken
needs. Amy is one of those people who makes you feel special and puts her
heart into what she does.” -Nancy N.

“Amy has shown up in a doula capacity for friends and acquaintances for
many years. She is a community minded, service-based, thoughtful caregiver.

She offers a beautiful presence.” -Kathryn N.

Education

- Wisdom Way Institute First Year Specialist: Postpartum Doula Training and Certification- Sept 20th 24'
- Infant and Adult CPR Certified

Visits Information

Free Consultation	1 hour(s)
Postpartum Care Day Newborn	4 hour(s)
Postpartum Care Overnight Newborn	8 hour(s)
On-Call Childcare During Labor Newborn	2 hour(s)