Desert & Sea Doula
Holistic Birth and Conception Services
The desert moves slowly.
Seeds can lay dormant through long periods of drought, waiting for water. After the right combination of rains and wind, wildflowers bloom—but not always the same ones. Sometimes new flowers seem to appear out of nowhere. The embodied experience of trying to conceive can be desert-like. Together we will utilize this energy of the unseen to explore practical tools and mind-body methods that support conception.
The sea moves continuously.
The sea links land and ocean in the same way that pregnancy connects the past with the future. There is an art to understanding the ebbs & flows of pregnancy, birth, and early postpartum - a balance of evidence based information and surrender to the mystery. Prepare for pregnancy, birth and parenting in a holistic way that accounts for your needs as well as the experience of the collective.
What People are Saying
“I experienced a failed IVF Cycle and decided that I would need support to make it through the next one in order to get pregnant and feel hopeful during it so I would not be constantly cynical and scared. Francesca responded to exactly what I asked for and did her best to provide it. She really listens! She reminded me that I am going through something out-of-the-ordinary in life so I should treat myself with special care, that I deserve to be treated gently. Francesca and the practices helped me be okay with being scared and accept all my feelings and know they didn’t mean I was weak. I felt much more well-balanced mentally and was able to heal from the first IVF Cycle failing. Getting pregnant again was a great reward for embracing the practices. Doing this has helped me realize that getting help in the work is a form of self-care in itself and it's worth it. I want everyone to have a chance to do this work and doing it with Francesca will give them a better chance at success!”
— Clara, Conception client
“We cannot say enough good things about Francesca - she is wonderful!! She is hands down one of the most calming people we've ever met and immediately puts you at ease when you speak to her. Having been pregnant and delivering during the height of COVID was absolutely terrifying, but she guided us through the entire process and was an incredible resource and listener. She is kind and truly has an insane amount of patience - she never makes you feel stupid for questions or concerns you may have, and she gives you the confidence to truly know and believe - that you can be a great parent. Whether it's questions about the birthing process, or breastfeeding and post-partum questions, she was always a great resource that brought sense and ease to things and she is truly just a joy to speak to. We will always be eternally grateful to Francesca for her work with us and cannot recommend her enough - we love you, Francesca - thank you for all you do!”
— Sarah & Perry, Doula clients
