About Me

¡Hola! I'm Norma, a bilingual doula (English/Spanish) certified in evidence-based birth support through UCSD Health. I specialize in trauma-informed care and cultural advocacy, blending ancestral wisdom with modern practice. This work is truly my calling.

However you envision your birth, and whatever your story, I'm here to support your choices with compassion, knowledge, and unwavering presence.

Practice Philosophy

I believe birth is both sacred and personal; there is no "right" way, only YOUR way. However you envision your birth, and whatever your story, my role is to ensure you feel informed, empowered, and supported in whatever choices align with your values, your culture, and your circumstances.

During the prenatal period, I focus on building trust and understanding your unique story, your fears, your hopes, your cultural practices, and your birth vision. Through evidence-based education and open conversation, I help you navigate your options so you can make informed decisions that feel right for you and your family.

During birth, I provide physical, emotional, and advocacy support. Whether you want an unmedicated birth or every intervention available, I'm there to offer comfort measures, translate medical information, suggest positioning, and ensure your voice is heard, blending modern techniques with traditional practices while always respecting your preferences and your medical team. In the postpartum period, I offer compassionate support as you navigate recovery, feeding, and emotional adjustments, connecting you with resources and making sure you feel seen during this tender, vulnerable time.

My core values guide everything I do: cultural humility, honoring your traditions and background; trauma-informed care, creating a safe space and respecting your boundaries; non-judgment, because your choices are always valid; advocacy, amplifying your voice within healthcare systems; and holistic support, because your mind, body, and spirit all matter.

Overall, my goal is for you to feel seen, heard, and empowered, supported with compassion, knowledge, and unwavering presence on the path that is uniquely yours.

Specialties

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• Bilingual Birth Support (English/Spanish)
• Cultural Advocacy & Humility
• Birth Advocacy & Medical Interpretation
• Trauma-Informed Care
• Evidence-Based Care
• Ancestral & Traditional Practices
• Prenatal Education
• Comfort Measures & Positioning Support
• Postpartum Support
• Holistic Support
• Perinatal Loss & Grief Support
• Abortion Support
• Surrogacy Support

Services Offered

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• Pregnancy Loss Support
• IVF Support
• Postpartum Care
• Virtual Labor & Birth Support
• In-Person Labor & Birth Support
• Prenatal Care