Nona means Ninth
In Roman mythology, Nona was a goddess called upon in the ninth month of pregnancy and was one of the three fates who spun the web of life.
Inclusive
Nona doulas and educators recognize and emphasize the ways in which gender, race, class, sexuality, and ability intersect with social and historical perspectives to shape current birth practices in the U.S.
Trauma Informed
Studies show that at least 70% of the population has experienced trauma and therefore is vulnerable to re-traumatization. All Nona courses and trainings are trauma-informed and focused on trauma prevention through realistic expectations, self-advocacy, informed decision making, and choice.
Evidence-Based
Evidence based care emphasizes individualized care based on what the evidence says is best practice, the expertise of the provider, and your values and beliefs. Evidence based care challenges the use of routine intervention which is usually provided based on policy and procedure rather than your actual birth.
Mind-Body
Birth is a biopsychosocial event, meaning that we cannot provide full support without acknowledging how the mind, nervous system, support network, birth place, and care providers influence the physiological process of birth.
Physiologic
Birth is an autonomic, physiological process that only becomes a medical event when there is intervention. Normal physiology can continue to be supported even after intervention.
Realistic
Realistic expectations bring clarity and accuracy to decision making. Rather than believing the common cultural narratives about birth, birth places, and types of providers; we provide honest, evidence-based, and accurate education so that you can make decisions that are aligned with your values and beliefs for an optimal birth experience.
Self-Advocate
Self-advocacy is about having all the information you need to feel confident and have agency in decision making about your care. We provide skills to effectively communicate, make informed decisions, and collaborate as part of your birth team so that you have a voice in the birth room.