Hello there! I’m Sarina, a local doula in Charlotte, NC!

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I moved to Charlotte to apprentice and live in community with local birthworkers.

This has truly given me a full heart, a beautiful network, and chance to witness incredible birth stories.

Before landing here, I grew up in New York and went to school for Public Health, not too far from here, at Elon University! Since then, I have lived in Phoenix, AZ, for a service year through AmeriCorps where I lived in a home with previously homeless families expecting little ones, walking side-by-side as a support system from pregnancy through their baby’s first year! This was a transformative experience for me as I witnessed very closely how sharing unconditional love and support can give people an opportunity to look at themselves with love and support and strive for the care, respect, and unwavering support for their birth, decisions, and life that everyone deserves.

Since leaving Phoenix, I’ve lived on working homesteads and farms in the US and globally. These experiences truly showed how important connecting with people, sustainable living, and having an interwoven support system are. Next, I found Birthing from Within.

Studying with Birthing from Within has been a huge part of my foundation as a doula. This shows up as passions for holistic care, support and dedication to walking with you through your unique birthing journey with love, compassion, and center around what matters most: you! With a unique journey, we personalize a partnership that serves and honors your individuality and empowers you to trust your inner knowing to navigate the nuanced unknowns of birth. I am here to walk with you, supporting informed decision making, nourishing your spirit and striving for a safe and deeply satisfying birth experience.