Hi, I'm Natalie. A mother of five, grandmother to two, lifelong caregiver, and the heart behind Birthing Tides Doula. My journey into birth work began long before I officially became a doula. From a young age, I was drawn to nurturing others, always with a baby doll in my arms, offering to babysit, and helping care for the little ones in my community.

At 17, I became a mother myself, which deepened my passion for supporting young growing families. I worked in my high school’s childcare program while pregnant and continued after my daughter was born. Over the years, I have raised five beautiful children of my own and lovingly cared for the children of friends and family.

When my young daughter welcomed my first grandson into the world, I felt a clear calling, to step fully into birth work and continue the journey of supporting young mothers through one of life’s most powerful transitions.

Today, I offer compassionate, grounded doula support rooted in lived experience, intuition, and a deep respect for each birthing person's unique path. I bring a calm, nurturing presence to the families I serve, meeting them where they are with warmth and wisdom.

In addition to my doula work, I'm a forever student — always learning, growing, and expanding my skills. I’m a certified yoga instructor, an amateur herbalist, and I find joy in painting, spending time in nature, and getting lost in a good book.

Whether you are preparing for your first baby or choosing an entirely different route, I’m honored to walk beside you as your doula. -Natalie