Birth Doula, In-House Educator, Director of Birth Doulas

JONI EDELMAN

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With two decades of birth experience, over 500 birthing persons and families held through their labor and postpartum periods, and 6 babies of her own (and a grandbaby!), Joni brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to the ABC team. She serves as our Director of Doula services, overseeing our team of birth doulas and acting as a resource for every ABC client. Additionally, Joni is a trained midwife and our in-house educator providing ongoing client education with the most up-to-date research.

Joni’s professional experience includes 15 years as a Registered Nurse working in both labor and delivery and hospice. She has additional training in EFT (tapping) and Transformational Breathwork, as well as Somatic Attachment Therapy.

As a doula, Joni believes in the power of birth to create a solid foundation for any parent-child relationship and for the family as a whole. As a trauma survivor, she knows the value of approaching life’s most transformational events with an open heart and a compassionate spirit. With this in mind, Joni’s care is client centered and trauma informed. She is privileged to supported you and your family through this exciting time.

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