Meet Doula Ana

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My Name is Arianna Benedict. Most people call me Ana (Ah-nuh) for short. Birth has been a passion of mine for a long time. When I was in my late teens, I knew I wanted to work in the birth world, but I wasn't sure how exactly. Then I heard of Doulas. It wasn't until I went to my sisters first birth that I knew that I truly wanted to be a doula. I saw a need that I could fill.

I believe EVERY woman should be able to obtain doula services if she desires to do so. My goal as a doula is to help you have the best birth experience possible.

I do that by providing:

Evidence based information. I believe that if you don't know what your options are, you don't have any. I can provide help with creating your birth preferences (birth plan). I want to help you to feel informed and confident about your birth.

Emotional Support. I will be there to encourage you, listen to you and be your shoulder to cry on. I understand that birth can be tough, but you are too.

Physical support. I will do my best to help ease your pain and bring comfort. Whether it be by helping you change positions, holding your hand, counter pressure, massage or breastfeeding support, etc.

I have taken Birth & Postpartum Doula training through DONA international.

I live in Paris, Michigan with my best friend and husband Devan, our daughter Alice and our son Josiah and our daughter Lucy and youngest son Lucas.