My name is Masha Semenenko. I am a certified childbirth educator and postpartum doula. To get certified as a childbirth educator (and birth doula), I trained in Los Angeles with Ana Paula Markel, and separately worked with HypnoBirthing techniques. As a postpartum doula I specialize in physical recovery and am certified in Belly Binding. Along with this formal training, I also strive to sharpen my skills through continual learning experiences.
A woman’s body is the perfect vessel to nurture and to deliver a baby. Learning about the labor process in advance will help eliminate many fears that lead to common mistakes or overly medicated births. My goal is for you to have shorter labor and minimal pain.
As a Childbirth educator, I tailor my guidance to your needs and level of experience. We can meet online or in person. Any family members are welcome to join. By learning what your body goes through during birth, you will feel more emotionally ready.
Gentle and caring by nature, I seek to do everything possible to enhance your birth experience and to make it satisfying. I gave birth to my three children in three different settings, in each case unmedicated and natural. I enjoyed each childbirth! I believe every woman deserves to have a magnificent birthing experience.