You deserve a birth story that feels grounded, safe, and supported.

One Family at a Time

Hi, my name is Ivy

Birthworker and Advocate

A full-spectrum doula walking with you every step of the way and I’m so glad you’re here!. I’m a trauma-informed doula, a lifelong caregiver, and someone who knows that birth is not just about what happens in the body—it’s about what happens to the heart, the mind, and the nervous system too.

" I came to this work after years of witnessing how often birthing people were treated like checklists instead of full human beings. I saw people walk away from birth feeling unheard, dismissed, or even traumatized—and I knew something had to change. "

That’s when I made a decision:

I wasn’t going to watch from the sidelines anymore.

I was going to become the support I wish more people had.

My Approach

Trauma Informed. Holistic. Evidence Based. Always Human Centered.

My support is grounded in compassion, education, and nervous system awareness. That means I don’t just show up and “cheer you on.” I listen. I hold space. I help you understand your options, clarify your voice, and build a birth plan that reflects your values, not anyone else’s expectations.

I’m not here to push an agenda. I’m here to honor your autonomy and walk beside you, whether your birth is unmedicated at home, scheduled in a hospital, or somewhere in between.

My Clients

Know Me As

  • The calm in the chaos

  • The person who actually explains things

  • The one who doesn’t judge your fears

  • The guide who helps you feel your way through, not just think your way through

  • The doula who stays in the room, physically and emotionally, even when things get hard

What I Believe

What you deserve.

  • You deserve birth support that meets your whole self, not just your due date.

  • Your birth plan should come from your voice, not the loudest one in the room.

  • Postpartum deserves just as much support as pregnancy.

  • Advocacy is not optional—especially for those navigating medical systems that weren’t built with them in mind.

  • Healing is possible, and support makes all the difference.

Why Trauma-Informed

Care Matters

You don’t have to have a history of trauma to benefit from trauma-informed care. You just need to want a birth experience where you feel safe, respected, and in control.

Whether you’ve had a difficult experience before, or you're trying to protect your peace from the beginning, my job is to create an environment where your nervous system can soften, your voice can rise, and your needs can be honored.

Beyond the Birth Room

Support doesn’t stop after the baby arrives.

I offer gentle, empowering postpartum care that focuses on emotional wellness, newborn adjustment, and reclaiming space for yourself in a season that often forgets the birthing person.

Because you matter. Still. Always.

Want to Learn More

About Working Together?

Let’s talk through your story, your questions, and what kind of support you need most

I’d be honored to walk this journey with you.

What Other Moms Are Saying?

Testimonials

May M.

I’m so grateful to have had my doula by my side during labor and delivery. She was incredibly supportive and never left my sight the entire time. Her constant reassurance and calming presence made such a difference for me. Knowing that she was there through every contraction and every moment helped me feel safe and empowered.

Claudia C.

Working with Ivy Haven Birthwork was one of the best decisions I made during my pregnancy. From the very beginning, I felt so seen, heard, and genuinely supported. This wasn’t just about information or checklists, it was about having someone walk beside me with calm, grounded presence every step of the way.

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