Hi, Im sydney. this is where my work lives.
I wear many hats here in Peoria IL. But you can find most of them online no matter where you live. It’s my passion to share and serve moms and babies.
I provide: birth + postpartum doula support, education/workshops, breastfeeding help, newborn care basics, and more.
I take my role as your teacher/support person seriously, so please reach out with any questions as I’d be happy to answer them.
Where would you like to begin?
Learn how to support clients navigating complex or stigmatized choices without overstepping your scope or relying on mainstream advice.
Perinatal Harm Reduction Education
Attend an in-person birth class in Central IL, or access information and tools to help you make informed, confident decisions during pregnancy and postpartum.
ILocal and virtual support options available
I’d loooove to meet you. All aspiring birthworkers need solid allies. Send me an email or DM on Instagram and let me know what you’re interested in! I can point you in the right direction or share what I’ve got.
Get in touch with me, friend.Here’s a lil somethin you should know about me:
I’m not just your herb-lovin’-mom-next-door….
My core mission and soul purpose is to create tools and support for women experiencing the transition into motherhood.
My favorite channel of support is through education. I love teaching live workshops and watching confidence grow in real time. I love hearing your stories and being able to hold space for (very real) fears and concerns.
Honestly, I’m just honored to be in your corner as you prepare for birth.
I am strongly passionate about sharing the tools and knowledge I’ve learned along the way — even if said “tools” are controversial or uncomfortable for others. (Yes, I have been known for primarily supporting plant med-consuming clients!) This is why I also educate birthworkers on subjects that no one else will touch.
My role as a birthworker isn’t to judge. It’s to provide emotional, informational, spiritual, and physical support. Sometimes one — sometimes all — depending on the situation.
So don’t be shy about asking questions or bringing something complex to my door. Come as you are, you’re welcome here.
check it out →
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*Be sure to get on the right list! There is one for both moms and birthworkers.
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The realities of pregnancy, postpartum, and early motherhood are often more complex than the conversations surrounding them.
My work focuses on helping people navigate those complexities with clarity and confidence.
I teach frameworks and approaches that allow for informed, nonjudgmental support, especially in areas where guidance is often unclear or stigmatized.
my Portfolio includes:
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The CLEAR Approach (a signature framework you can download for free!)
Workshops on: pregnancy, birth, postpartum, plant medicine, newborn care, & trauma informed care
Collaboration + field research with Brown University and University of Chicago
Soulside Childbirth Edu Course 2024
Credentials:
BEST Doula Training Certification 2021
Trauma Informed Doula Support Training 2023
C@nna-Consultant Training 2022
Interpener Training Certification 2022
C@nn@bis and Motherhood Course with Michele Ross, PhD 2023
MA in Human Development and Family Studies - (In Progress)
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Soulside Community Doula Program Creator/Coordinator (Peoria, IL)
CannaBirth 501-c3 NonProfit Management
Grants/Impact Report Generation
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Central IL Local Resource Guide (free)
Workshop Replays
The CLEAR Approach PDF (free)
Illinois Healthcare Guide to C@nn@bis