So glad you’re here.

True North Birth offers compassionate preconception, pregnancy, and birth education and support for those seeking their true north.

About True North Birth

True North Birth began as a seed in 2020, before I became pregnant with my oldest son. Pre-conception was an Olympic sport to me, and I was determined to give my baby the best possible shot. We quickly became pregnant, but even after I hired a doula, took childbirth education courses, and assembled a care team, I still felt so much was missing. My wheels were constantly turning, and after leaving prenatal appointments disappointed I didn’t receive more guidance, I’d come home and do deep dives into every resource I could get my eyes on.

After both a medicated hospital birth and a redemptive home birth, I’ve organized all the resources and wisdom I’ve gained along the way and become a Certified Childbirth Educator to serve people like me, who are eager to critically think through the choices that shape their first steps into motherhood. 

About V

I was born and raised in metro-Detroit and have the gumption to show for it. I’m a first-generation college graduate, and I’ve been a professional writer for a decade. I savor outside time, audiobooks, listening to my granny’s stories, and reading to my babies.

I’m married to an engineer who is my personal cheerleader and voice of reason. We live in North Alabama with our two, beautiful boys.

I find joy in experiencing simple things through the eyes of my sons and creating a life for them that heals my inner child. Being in community with fellow strong-willed women fills my cup.

I’m a gal’s gal through and through, and I can’t wait to meet you.

  • Liberation

    Your right to bodily autonomy, informed consent, and freedom of choice throughout pregnancy and birth is of highest importance to me, personally and professionally. Your body, your choice, always.

  • Respect

    There’s simply no way to fathom the sum of experiences that guides our compasses. Mutual respect is the foundation for our conversations.

  • Compassion

    So many things in pregnancy and in birth are easier said than done. I’m not here to judge your choices, I’m here to meet you where you are with the resources you need.

Care Packages

All meetings can be scheduled in-person (if in Madison County) or on Zoom/FaceTime.

In-person Doula

$1,499

Recommended for: those seeking in-person support and advocacy in hospital, birth center, and home birth settings

  • 30-minute intro and care status meeting

  • 1-hour birth plan meeting

  • 1-hour postpartum follow-up

  • Unlimited text support throughout pregnancy to discuss: prenatal appointments, provider status, test choices and diagnostic outcomes, resources, labor options

  • On-call beginning 37 weeks gestation

  • In-person birth support beginning active labor through birth

  • Download access to resource guides, including “My Doula Visit” workbook by Evidence Based Birth

  • Download access to birth plan and postpartum plan templates, and support person playbook

LIMITED TO x2 CLIENTS PER MONTH

Virtual Birth Doula

$499

Recommended for: first-time parents and those who haven’t hired/cannot afford an in-person doula, and those who want support but don’t want another person in the birthing room, those living outside of North AL

  • 30-minute intro and care status meeting

  • 1-hour birth plan meeting

  • 1-hour postpartum follow-up

  • Unlimited text support throughout pregnancy to discuss: prenatal appointments, provider status, test choices and diagnostic outcomes, resources, labor options

  • On-call virtual labor and birth support beginning active labor through birth (phone, text, and FaceTime)

  • Download access to resource guides, including “My Doula Visit” workbook by Evidence Based Birth

  • Download access to birth plan and postpartum plan templates, and support person playbook

The Birth Plan

$199

Recommended for: first-time parents, those who wish to be intentional about their birth, those who don’t have a doula, and those who have already hired a doula but need more guidance that is outside of the doula’s scope, nervous nellies, worry warts, yappers

  • 30-minute intro and care status meeting

  • 1-hour birth plan meeting

  • 2 hours of phone support (doesn’t have to be used at once) from time of hire to birth to discuss: prenatal appointments, provider status, test choices and diagnostic outcomes, and resources

  • Download access to resource guides

  • Download access to birth plan and postpartum plan templates, and support person playbook

Childbirth Education Course

$149*

Recommended for: first-time parents, those who don’t have a doula, nervous nellies, worry warts, yappers

  • x2 one-hour childbirth education courses, in-person or virtual, with your support person(s)

  • Catered to meet your specific needs, curated for your specific curiosities and questions

  • Based on resources from Evidence Based Birth, the most updated available research, and local, state, and federal policy and laws

  • Includes (but is not limited to) topics such as: labor and birth (stages, physiology, and signs), interventions; benefits and risks, comfort and coping measures, advocacy language and tips, birth and postpartum plans.

  • Recording available for playback for virtual

  • Download access to birth plan and postpartum plan templates, and support person playbook

*Group rates available

When I say I’m here for you

I do not give medical advice or care.

I’m a resource in your pregnancy and birth toolkit. We will talk through your choices by referring to evidence-based research, clinical practice, and anecdotal experience. My job is to empower you to make your own choices that feel right with your spirit and to advocate for your choices in your birth setting.

Everything you need is already within you; I’m here to guide you on your journey and bring you closer to the birth you desire.

It’s my greatest wish that no matter the outcome of your birth, you feel safe, loved, and heard.

Inclusivity Statement

As a Certified Childbirth Educator and mother, inclusivity in birth is at the heart of what I do: helping you to feel seen and heard. I serve birthing people of all ages, races, body types, ethnicities, sexes, genders, sexual orientation, abilities, relationship status, and religious beliefs. I recognize my privilege and work intentionally to acknowledge and remedy my implicit bias. Inclusivity is always evolving and I remain committed to growing with an open mind and heart to serve people as they are.

Let’s do this!

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FAQ

  • Whether you’re planning a homebirth, hospital induction, an unmedicated birth center birth, a scheduled c-section, or any birth in-between, I’m here to support the options that make you feel safe, loved, and heard.

  • My job as a preconception, pregnancy, and birth educator is to help you prepare for the choices you’ll make throughout your journey by sharing evidence-based research, clinical practice norms, and anecdotal experiences. My “Birth Plan” and Childbirth Education packages are an affordable way for you to feel prepared in all the decisions you’ll make at prenatal appointments and the planning of your birth.

    As a doula, I provide the same coaching support during pregnancy AND am present, virtually or in-person, for your birth to guide you and your partner through comfort measures and provide emotional support.

    They are both considered non-medical roles on your care team.

  • I highly recommend doulas, especially for those giving birth for the first time. Research has shown that having a doula present for continuous support can reduce your chance of c-section by up to 60% (!!!).

    I recognize that sometimes doulas are not in the budget, in which case, my education services will prepare you with a birth plan you can feel confident in.

  • I always recommend taking a childbirth or comfort measures class through your doula, childbirth educator, or provider. I offer an affordable childbirth education course catered to your specific needs.

  • While there are many ways birth can unfold that are outside of our control, there are so many things that are in our control, and that’s what a birth plan is for. Putting our wishes to paper so we can be fully present for birth is priceless and integral to a beautiful experience. 

  • Not at this time. Talk to me if budget is a concern. We’re in this together. 

  • I have a bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing from Oakland University and a master’s degree in English rhetoric and composition from Auburn University. I’m an RYT-200 (Yoga Alliance) and I’m Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED certified by the American Red Cross.

    I’m also a Certified Childbirth Educator through Birth Arts International and seek daily to understand and remain informed of the ever-evolving landscape of birth, birth systems, and birth research at local, state, national, and international levels.

    I keep all of my certifications up-to-date with continued education.