Dear *|FNAME|*,
Every life story is a powerful current, and mine has been defined by the undeniable, magnetic force of birth.
** The Calling
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My journey into birth work began on a hot August afternoon when I was sixteen years old. My mother, determined to have a better experience than her first two traumatic hospital births, had chosen a home birth for her new baby. I spent most of her labor right behind her, bracing my arms against her lower back, providing constant counter-pressure (https://mamastefit.com/counter-pressure-science-3-techniques/) against the searing pain. When the pushing began, I was so caught up in her effort that I pushed with her until the midwives gently corrected me, teaching me to lend my strength without straining my own body.
Three years later, the calling became undeniable. My mother was having another baby, and this time, her labor was precipitous (https://australianbirthstories.com/pregnancy/precipitous-labour/) . The midwives rushed, but in the end, we were on the phone with them as my step-dad and sisters supported her head, and I knelt at the foot of the bed. I watched with bated breath as the baby’s head crowned (https://youtu.be/MKzfqiXvx5o?si=Ev98Eoi5i9o0TyL5) , then slipped back, a rhythmic, powerful dance. Then, finally, the head fully crowned. In a moment of pure awe, the baby slid completely into my waiting hands. I handed her to our mother, speechless for the first time in my life.
In that instant, at nineteen, I knew birth work was for me.
** Path to Midwifery
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With no clear idea of where to start, I worked and putzed around for a few years until someone pointed me toward a midwifery school in Oregon. In 1999, I enrolled in Birthingway College of Midwifery (https://birthingway.org/) .
During my first year, the requirement for doula certification became a profound training ground. Two experiences stood out, cementing my understanding of birth as a deeply psychological event.
The first was with a young teenage girl who had a history of sexual abuse. She was terrified that birth would be impossible for her, yet she possessed an intense inner determination for an unmedicated birth. When transition (https://midwifeinthecity.love/understanding-the-transition-phase-of-labor-what-to-expect/) hit, she began to panic, her family’s nervous energy becoming a distraction. I quietly asked the nurse if I could have a moment alone. The room emptied, and I took the young mother’s hands, looking directly into her eyes. I reminded her: “This is the moment we prepared for.” I guided her through a visualization, connecting her breath and hands to her cervix. Her eyes never left mine. She pushed gently, without pain medication or tearing, and her little one was born in a rush of power and peace. As she held her baby, she cried, not from pain, but from triumph—she had overcome her trauma and transformed something terrible into the most beautiful experience of her life.
The second experience involved a woman who spoke no English. Despite using a translator for our visits, no one was available for the birth. We communicated only through our hearts and hands. I never spoke a word, relying entirely on touch, humming, groaning, and guided breath to connect with her through her labor.
** Interruption and New Vision
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Unfortunately, life had other plans. I became pregnant, and severe hyperemesis gravidarum (https://twoheartshealing.info/wp-content/uploads/sites/109/2025/09/Morning-Sickness-PDF-2025.pdf) forced me to halt my schooling. After marrying the baby’s father and having my first child, I quickly became pregnant again, lacking the physical and financial resources to resume my studies.
Six months after the birth of my second baby, my husband died in a terrible airplane crash (https://www.seawindpilots.com/archives/devlin-aviation) . Reeling emotionally and financially, my sole focus became supporting my two babies while staying home with them. I was determined they wouldn’t lose a mother right after losing their father.
Though I moved across the country, remarried, and went on to have five more children (all home births), and even attempted to resume midwifery studies twice, I never succeeded. I finally accepted that I wouldn’t be a midwife, resolving to work as a doula once my children were grown.
But around the birth of my fifth child, I discovered The Emotion Code by Dr. Bradley Nelson (https://discoverhealing.com/certification/ref/heatherlefoll/) and began the certification process. I soon attended a birth, utilizing these new skills before, during, and after, which significantly helped a mother through a long, pre-eclamptic labor.
http://www.twoheartshealing.infoI realized I had to marry the two together. I had found a key to helping women overcome deep-rooted emotional trauma—whether from past experiences, cultural expectations, or dramatic media. Yet, I listened to people who discouraged me and hid my dream.
In 2021, a family trauma—my divorce—changed my trajectory one last time. While it forced me to work outside the home, it also gave me the clarity to fully conceptualize and envision the work I’ve been called to do. Two Hearts Healing was conceived in early 2022, and over the last three years, it has developed in preparation for its own birth in the summer of 2025.
Every challenge—from the loss of my husband to the years spent raising my seven children—was not a roadblock, but a winding path leading to a deeper wisdom. I learned that birth is not just a physical event; it’s a profound emotional and spiritual transformation that deserves to be approached with intentionality, healing, and unwavering support. My deepest honor is to bring this comprehensive, heart-centered approach to you and your family.
** Your Journey, Supported
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Stepping into parenthood is one of life’s most profound transformations, and you deserve to feel confident, prepared, and deeply supported every step of the way. That’s why I’ve created the Labor & Delivery Doula Bundle (https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=33984276&action=addCart&clear=1&id=1855999) , a comprehensive package designed to nurture your mind, body, and spirit for a positive birth and a gentle transition into the fourth trimester.
This premium package is more than just labor support—it’s a holistic preparation program that addresses the emotional, practical, and spiritual aspects of your journey.
** Deep Dive into Preparation: 4 Pre-Birth Sessions
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We’ll meet for four in-depth, 60-minute virtual sessions, each focused on a critical area of readiness.
** Birth Preparation Session
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We will look into the physiology of labor, comfort measures, breathing techniques, and partner support strategies, ensuring you and your birth partner feel physically and mentally ready for the big day.
** Birth Trauma Session
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This session provides a safe, supportive space to process any anxieties or tokophobia (fear of childbirth). Whether you’re dealing with past negative experiences, fears, scary stories you’ve heard, or concerns about your body, we work to acknowledge and heal those feelings. This session is key for the energetic and emotional preparation of any expectant parent.
** Birth Plan Session
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We’ll clarify your vision for your birth and articulate your preferences into a clear, concise birth plan you feel confident sharing with your care team.
** Wisdom and Power Session
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This session is about tapping into your innate strength. We’ll explore mindset, self-advocacy, and connecting with the deep, intuitive wisdom that will guide you through labor.
** Key in-person and on-call Support
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Your bundle also includes critical in-person and on-call support for the heart of your experience.
** 1 In-Home Prenatal Visit
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We’ll connect in your space to practice comfort measures, review your birth preferences, and ensure all your questions are answered face-to-face.
** On-Call for Your Birth
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You get the peace of mind knowing that I am on-call for you 24/7 starting at 37 weeks gestation until your baby is born, ready to provide continuous, dedicated labor support.
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** Nurturing the Transition: 2 Post Partum Sessions
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The support doesn’t end when your baby arrives. The weeks after birth are precious and often challenging. We’ll meet virtually for two essential 45-minute sessions to help you transition smoothly.
** Birth Acceptance Session
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We’ll gently process and reflect on your birth experience, allowing space for gratitude, joy, and any complex emotions that may arise. Accepting and integrating your story is key to moving forward.
** Mother-Baby Bonding Session
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This session focuses on nurturing the attachment between you and your newborn, exploring early communication, gentle parenting, and supporting your new identity as a mother.
** 1 In-Home Postpartum Visit
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I’ll come to your home to check on your recovery, offer feeding support, and help with basic newborn care, giving you hands-on support in your most vulnerable weeks.
** Labor & Delivery Doula Bundle
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The Labor & Delivery Doula Bundle (https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=33984276&action=addCart&clear=1&id=1855999) is an investment in a supported, informed, and empowered transition into motherhood. I’d love to chat more about how this package can specifically meet your needs.
Labor & Delivery Doula Bundle (https://app.acuityscheduling.com/catalog.php?owner=33984276&action=addCart&clear=1&id=1855999)
** Next Week’s Focus
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Get ready for an engaging two weeks! We’re focusing on the power of community support among birth workers, which is essential for strengthening both individual practices and the journey of new families. Our next two newsletters will feature bios and stories of doulas from Vermont and New Hampshire. To make things fun, each story contains a tidbit that is part of our special Treasure Hunt.
A quiz will be sent out on November 22nd, and by participating, you’ll be entered to win –
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** First Prize: A free 20 oz Yeti Rambler ($35 value)
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** Second Prize (Two Winners): A handmade mothering earring and necklace set ($25 value)
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