• Loving The Fourth Trimester

      Certified Postpartum Doula, PCD(DONA)

      and

      Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)

    • Personal Philosophy

      Hi! I’m Bonni and my personal philosophy in caring for new parents- whether for the first or last time; through birth, adoption or surrogacy - is to empower them with knowledge and nurture them with emotional and hands-on support. I believe in giving calming, patient, non-judgmental support so that they can be the parent they want to be.

       

      The days, weeks and months just after a baby is born are filled with a mix of emotions and experiences, from the highs of cradling your newborn to the exhaustion of yet another sleep-deprived night. Postpartum anxiety and depression is a real concern for many. The good news is that research shows having a postpartum doula to support you reduces that risk.

       

      As a mother of three, it became clear that my passion was and is helping to establish a healthy relationship between mother and child. The first step in doing this, I believe, is to reduce a mom's stress and support her in her awe-inspiring role.

    • Testimonials

      Rockville, MD Client

      "Bonni treated our son as if he were her own and they had a special bond that developed while she was with us...Working with Bonni was a joy and I know next time around she will be just as invaluable after the birth of our next child."

       

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      Potomac, MD Client

      "Bonni is a complete professional but with a totally natural feel. It's like having your mother help you, except that she never stops working, doesn't judge your choices, and never tells stories of how she raised you sleeping on your stomach and eating from BPA, and you turned out alright."

       

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      Bethesda, MD Client

      "I believe that Bonni helped make it easier for me to bond with my baby as she cared for me while I physically and emotionally recovered from the birth experience and grew into a capable mom."

       

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      Arlington, VA Client

       

      "We are very grateful to find Bonni. Bonni became a member of our family to start the fourth trimester. In addition to being incredibly thoughtful, empathetic and caring towards our new baby girl, she was very understanding to the two of us as we adjusted to becoming parents. Bonni accompanied us on early and often doctor visits and was always happy to watch after the house (and our little, friendly dog) while we fit in occasional power naps."

    • A sampling of just some of my services

      Breastfeeding counseling and management support

      Infant soothing and coping skills

      Postpartum anxiety and depression support

      Newborn care

      Evidence-based information on infant feeding

      breast and bottle

      Meal preparation and light household tasks

      vegetarian, gluten free, and kosher food expertise

       

      And much more!

       

       

    • Credentials

      Postpartum Doula Certification

      PCD(DONA)

      Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC)

      The Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice

      Basics of Lactation Management for Doulas

      The Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice

      Adult CPR/AED, Infant CPR/AED and First Aid

      American Red Cross

      Risk Reduction for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

      M.A., Linguistics, Gallaudet University

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      Serving Montgomery County, MD and NW DC areas. Please inquire about other areas.

       

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