010. How a Doula Can Support You in Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum with Isabel Gonzalez-Smith

Have you ever thought about having a doula during your pregnancy, childbirth, and/or postpartum experience? Did you know that there is a doula for almost everyone based on their goals, values, beliefs, and identity? If you want to learn more about what a doula does and the benefits of having one, this episode is for you!

In this episode, I interview Isabel “Isa” Gonzalez-Smith. She is a mother, wife, educator, community organizer, and bilingual Latina born and raised in Chicago. She is the owner of La Luna Doula, a founding member of the Chicago Birth Workers of Color Collective and founder of Chicago Latina Moms.

Isa shares an overview of what a doula does and how they can support you and your family’s goals as it relates to pregnancy, childbirth, and your postpartum journey. Isa also shares what it takes to be a doula and how she practices traditional Mexican and ancestral methods with her clients.

Visit Isa’s website at lalunadoula.com. If you are from the Chicago area, “Like” Chicago Latina Moms on Facebook and join the CLM Facebook Group!

Resources mentioned:

• Birthful Podcast
• Indigena Mami Rebozos

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