Introduction

Every Birth Is a Unique Birth,
Just as Every Woman is a Unique Individual..

My name is Tia Rich and I am a Birth Doula

I am a Mother of 3, married to my Soulmate David, and have been working in and around Childbirthing for the last 10 years...

I have worked as an RN in Labor and Delivery and Postpartum,

I am certified as a
Birth( Labor) Doula with CBI (Childbirth International )

I have attended and supported many births, and find each one unique and beautiful

I am a Student Midwife with Ancient Arts Midwifery Institute (AAMI)

I am a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist specialized in HypnoBirthing

I am a Reiki Healer and I am familiar with Massage and
Pressure Point release ...

I serve Mothers and Families in the Oregon Portland Metro and outer surrounding areas including Vancouver, Washington down through Salem, Oregon

To me this is a journey...
One that I delight in sharing with your family...
I would be honored to teach and guide you in experiencing the
Sacred Birth of your child...

I trust in the natural process of birth, and each womans capability
to use her instinctual nature.

The female body was designed to give birth.

I believe pregnancy and birth are normal, natural and healthy events.

I believe that each baby is a unique individual who comes to this world with a profound connection to their mothers and fathers which should be nurtured. I strive to facilitate and foster bonding to allow this connection to grow and flourish.

I believe we have been taught to fear birth and not trust in our bodies abilities. Fear of birth is instilled in us from a very young age, and is seen in movies, TV and comes from "helpful" family stories of a woman being rescued in her birth to save her from pain.

I understand that the unexpected can sometimes occur,
and believe that you have the right to remain informed
and be a part of the decision-making process..

I believe that while the outcome of your birth can be unpredictable,
the care you receive during your birth should never be.

I believe this is a time to celebrate, and I look forward
to supporting your celebration...

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