321: Top Reasons to Get a Doula
Show Notes Episode 321: From Stylist to Doula Yogi
On this week’s episode of Lady Journey Katie and Sarah welcome Ross Erin Martineau to chat about her path from working as a stylist to post partem doula and the importance of support after giving birth.
Ross Erin Martieau
As a postpartum doula, I believe that postpartum is forever and supporting birthing individuals along that journey is an important and sacred responsibility. I collaborate with birthing people and their partner (if they have one) to create a relationship where they feel heard and supported. I bring understanding, care, and a dash of humor to this very transformative experience of becoming a parent.
Before becoming a full-time postpartum doula and yoga teacher, I worked in the fashion industry for 13 years. But I always felt like I wanted to be of service in and give back to my community in a more meaningful way. After giving birth to my daughter, Frances, in June of 2020 I felt very isolated. I didn’t have the support I wanted as a first-time parent during the pandemic. So, I knew it was time to return to my roots in Psychology and Social Work.
Currently, I am completing my Postpartum Doula Certification through Whole Body Pregnancy, LLC. My approach to birthwork is inclusive and anti-racist. I identify as a queer woman and I offer sliding scale fees for birthing people from marginalized communities. I have also trained in infant CPR/safety, infant feeding, and lactation support through Birth Day Presence.
I teach Yoga at Everyone Yoga in Ridgewood and Kid’s Yoga at Brooklyn Flow in Park Slope. I live with my middle-aged husband, my three-year-old daughter, and my teenage dog in Bushwick, Brooklyn.
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