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Sarah Read Childbirth

 
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Sarah Read is an ICEA certified childbirth educator and DONA certified birth doula, educating and empowering families in preparation for childbirth. She believes that by increasing awareness of the strength and knowledge of the birthing body and learning about the options available throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, families are prepared to navigate their childbearing year.

Recent professional development includes:

  • International Childbirth Educators Association (ICEA) re-certification

  • DONA International birth doula certification

  • Blossoming Bellies Birth “Creating Space: Pelvic Dynamics and Fetal Positioning for an Efficient Birth” workshop

  • The Institute for the Study of Birth, Breath, and Death: “Holding Space for Abortion” training

  • The Institute for the Study of Birth, Breath, and Death: “Holding Space for Pregnancy Loss” training

  • Capital Region Birthworker Coop, supporting racial equity in access to doula services

a strong open mind — my wish for you from the start — a strong open heart