Interest in birth work began during her own pregnancies and birth experiences.  All of which were unique in many ways. 

Lee Ann and her husband chose the Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth during her first pregnancy.

• 1st labor/deliver was a precipitous labor, causing fetal distress and almost resulting in an emergency cesareandelivery. Fortunately, she was able to delivery their son unmedicated and naturally.

• 2nd labor/delivery was also a precipitouslabor.  This labor/delivery happily was an uneventful and unmedicated delivery of their daughter.

• 3rd pregnancy included fully medicated bedrest with daily fetal monitoring from 29-36 weeks.  It included several trips to the hospital and an early delivery at 36 ½ weeks.  Labor/delivery began with the bag of waters breaking naturally at home and a slow labor.  The choice was made to have an Epidural. With the needed pain relief, delivery went quickly and without issues.  This was the delivery of their youngest son.  Unfortunately at one week he was hospitalized for “failure to thrive”. Then a three weeks he was diagnosed with Trisomy 21, Down’s syndrome.  At three months he was again hospitalized with RSV.

 

Over the years supporting other families of children with various disabilities has been a passion for Lee Ann.  She has advocated for her son and others for appropriate inclusion in areas of education and community activities.  

 

The desire for woman to have a positive supported birth experience is important to Lee Ann.  Her desire is to continue her education in the areas of Labor & Birth, Postpartum & Infant Care and Bed Rest doula work. The miracle of life, pregnancy and birth are a genuine privilege that she is honored to support physically, emotionally and as a resource to others.  Lee Ann has been told that she is encouraging, open minded and caring.  She is easy to confide in and is very open to talking through things with a positive perspective.

 

Lee Ann’s interests include healthy living, outdoor activities, travel, Zumba and anything creative.  Most important to her heart are her family and treasured friendships.