“I believe that pregnancy, labor, birth, and the unfolding of a new family are among the most profound experiences to be had in life; and I strive to help families embrace them with confidence and joy.”

Amy has been working with infants and families all of her adult life.  In 2009 she became a doula, and is certified in labor support with DONA International, and in lactation counseling with Healthy Children’s Center For Breastfeeding.  She is continually moved by how empowered mothers become when they take ownership of their birth experience. Amy strives to help women trust their instincts and their body’s ability to birth; instilling confidence and a joyful appreciation of the journey toward parenting. 

Also DONA trained in postpartum care, Amy enjoys supporting parents as they develop confidence and learn infant care skills. Having served as a foster parent for the state of NH for almost twenty five years, she has cared for countless newborns, many of them medically fragile, and has extensive experience with the special needs of premature infants as well as infants with congenital problems or born addicted to substances. She believes all parents benefit from a supportive and nurturing mentor to ease the transition into new parenthood.

     As a certified lactation counselor (CLC) she can help you and your baby get the best possible start on the path to successful breastfeeding. Nursing your baby is an incredible experience and Amy helps moms relax and enjoy the feelings of intimacy, nurturing and empowerment that feeding your baby from your body offers.  She can assist mothers with breastfeeding skills or unexpected issues that may arise, preventing or resolving early difficulties so that you can you feel confident in your ability to meet the physical and emotional nourishment needs of your baby while continuing to care for yourself and the rest of your family.

    Amy lives in Durham, NH and serves the Seacoast area, including but not limited to Strafford and Rockingham Counties. From Concord area South and from Manchester area east. She also serves some areas of southern Maine and north-eastern Massachusetts.