HI! Im Ashley! I am a mother of three living in Austin Texas. I moved here from the Chicagoland area seven years ago. I am a Certified Birth Doula, Pregnancy and Birth Coach. I have also been a Licensed Massage Therapist for nine years. Specializing in deep tissue/therapeutic massage, my goal with clients has been to find simple ways to manage pain and promote healing. I have always been passionate when it comes to health and wellness. Applying a holistic approach is one of my main goals while working with clients and caring for each individual based on their specific needs. A lot of my drive and inspiration to become a doula came from becoming a mother myself. I have had three unmedicated births, my first at a birthing center and my other two delivered in the comfort of my own home. After having my first son I realized I wasn’t fully prepared. The pregnant person needs so much emotional and physical support during pregnancy, labor and postpartum. I had a wonderful doula with me for two of my births and know that was the best thing I could have done for myself. I learned very different lessons for each of my kiddos. I am thankful for all that I have gained from personal experience because it has brought me here. My passion in life has been to serve. Each step in my life has undoubtedly brought me right here to this beautiful space of motherhood, community and servitude. For most people, pregnancy can be such a beautiful and intense experience all at the once. My duty is to be in that space with you as you embark on each stage of pregnancy, through the experience of birth and during the early weeks of postpartum. Caring, supporting and encouraging you and your partner is my ultimate goal. Helping each individual understand their own strength and trusting the birthing process they were made to do.