Yesterday marks one year since I established my LLC, Tides of Life Doula & Perinatal Bereavement Services. This milestone feels both surreal and deeply meaningful, and as I reflect on this past year, I am overwhelmed with gratitude for the work I’ve been called to do and the families I’ve had the privilege of supporting.

My passion for supporting families through pregnancy loss stems from my own personal experiences with loss. Losing my son Adrian, experiencing a termination for medical reasons (TFMR), and enduring an early miscarriage were life-altering events. They not only shattered me but also opened my eyes to the harsh reality of the lack of readily available resources and compassionate support for families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss. As I navigated my grief, I realized I wasn’t alone in this isolation—others were suffering in silence too. Through my professional career, I encountered countless families experiencing the same void, same stigma, and same struggle to feel supported that I had felt. And I knew, one day I would take my pain and use it to create change.

Supporting families through their grief, love, and vulnerability has become the heart of my work, and it’s a privilege I don’t take lightly. Each time I hold space for someone, I feel my son Adrian’s love and light shining through me, guiding me to make a difference in the world.

One family I supported this past year stands out as a reflection of everything this work means to me. I was connected with a client who was struggling following a difficult miscarriage. Her provider referred her to me, and from the start, we were both so grateful for that connection. Just two months later, she experienced another devastating miscarriage. When she reached out to me again, I was deeply honored to support her through yet another heartbreak, one I wish she wasn’t experiencing. Together, we formed a bond—one of the most beautiful aspects of connecting with someone in their grief. Being part of the same “club” is a connection no one wishes for, but it makes you feel seen and less alone.

Months later, she became pregnant again. Navigating pregnancy after loss is incredibly challenging, trying to balance hope and fear, something I remember vividly struggling with while pregnant with my twin daughters. When she decided to hire me as her doula, I was thoroughly touched. I watched her manage her anxiety with courage, tend to herself with care, and lean on her supportive husband as they navigated this journey together. Their strength and love for one another were nothing short of inspiring.

Recently, this incredible couple welcomed their healthy baby boy into the world. Being present to support them as they brought their son into the world was one of the most moving and sacred experiences of my career! That full-circle moment was a powerful reminder of the ebb and flow of life: pain and joy, sacrifice and love, light and dark. It was a testament to the importance of holding on to hope, even when it feels impossible. Hope exists all around us, even when it’s hard to see and embrace.

This journey has reminded me why this work matters so deeply. Being trusted by others to hold space for their grief and to walk alongside them in their most vulnerable moments, is a gift. On this one-year anniversary of establishing my business, I am reflecting with immense gratitude! This year has been incredibly challenging as a new business owner, but it has also been undeniably worthwhile. It matters. 



To all the families who have entrusted me with their stories, thank you for letting me be part of your journeys. Your resilience and love inspire me every single day, and remind me that I’m on the right path. Here’s to the hope and light we find, even in the darkest moments, as we ride the waves and trust the tides of life…