Shannon Ames

 

A little about me

I'm a native of Redding, Ca. My husband and I have been together for over 10 years. In our free time we like to spend as much time outdoors with our furkids, we have 2 dogs that are very loved and spoiled. We can not have children do to me having a hysterectomy in my mid twenties. We will be adopting when the time is right in our lives, not sure when that will be, but we will know. I have been working with children in all stages of development; preschool/toddler teacher for 10 + years, along with other side jobs that includes summer camps, babysitting for support groups for parents, and after school care for at risk children. I also have my CPR in Adult/Child/Infant. On my free time I like to take photos of mother nature and I'm also a photographer. I love being able to capture special moments for people.

 

 As Your Doula

~During your pregnancy I will provide you with information to help you make the best decision for your pregnancy and YOUR birth and be there for support. I am just a phone call away.

 

~ During your birth I will be there assisting and nurturing moms/dads throughout the entire labor and delivery. I will be using various relaxation techniques to help make your birth more comfortable.

 

~For your postpartum I will make at least two appointments to see how everything is going. I am here to help support you. I can also help out around the house doing dishes, laundry, cooking etc. I can watch your children for you to rest, shower, date night etc.

 

*Having a natural birth? Hire a doula and let her help you with             pain coping techniques.

 

*Having an epidural? Hire a doula and she can help you

avoid some of the common complications that can come

with epidurals.

 

*Having a c-section? Hire a doula and she can help you have

the family-centered birth every mother wants.

 

Contact Shannon Ames

530-356-0804

www.starlightdoula.com