Caressa SpychalaHello! I’ve been fascinated by the intricacies of the human body from an early age. My concentration on women’s health began when my mom was diagnosed with and successfully treated for ovarian cancer while I was in college. Professionally, I have experience in infectious disease research and translational medicine as a Biomedical Engineer. When my first daughter was born in 2015, I set my career on hold to become a stay-at-home mom. I was amazed by the extensive impact my new mom’s community had throughout the city by simply serving and supporting one another. Compelled to continue this work in a formal capacity, I combined my knowledge of physiology, life experiences, and passion for uplifting other women as a birth doula. I offer physical, emotional, and informational support so families can focus unhindered on the magical moments and on their natural ability to birth beautifully.
I believe that birth is not only a new chapter in a family’s life, but it fundamentally alters a person’s essence. Mothering my own three spit-fire girls has been a transformative journey that has redefined and challenged me in very unexpected ways. My role as a doula is to walk with each mom through this new adventure. I enjoy clarifying the rapid-fire, complex experience of birth so that no matter what a person’s background or expertise is, they feel empowered and calm. After the lights dim and the medical professionals leave the room, I am still present. I cherish supporting new families through the postpartum days and into toddlerhood – whether one on one, or at The Village (the postpartum support group I run at Kids Plus Pediatrics). I feel honored and absolutely love the opportunity to serve families in such a special time! My doula work is enthusiastically supported by my spunky husband & three daughters. We currently live in the North Hills with ironic dreams of a suburban homestead. We love to backpack, SCUBA dive, play on aerial silks, sing silly songs, and craft. |
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