Denise Messick

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I am a wife, mother of two, grandmother of three, and a proud aunt who found my calling in life as a postpartum doula. The question “What can I do for humanity today?” has been ever-present in my life. The best way I can contribute is by nourishing and nurturing families at the most integral time in life — when babies are born and families evolve.

Philosophy

A family’s foundation is formed during a child’s first days, weeks, and months. This can be a challenging time for parents as they grow into parenthood. I nourish families by providing emotional, physical, and mental support for parents, children, and pets to give them their best beginning.

Training

I volunteer as a Board Member of Northwest Association of Postpartum Support (NAPS), a local certifying Postpartum Doula organization. This gives me the opportunity to be involved in the community and strengthen postpartum support in the Puget Sound Region.

  • Certified Postpartum Doula - Northwest Association of Postpartum Support

  • Certified Lactation Educator - Evergreen Perinatal Education

  • Postpartum Doula Certificate Program — Simkin Center for Allied Birth Professionals @ Bastyr University

  • Breastfeeding For Doulas Certificate — Simkin Center for Allied Birth Professionals @ Bastyr University

  • From Rhythm to Routine - Understanding Newborn Rest - Jazzy Bean Doula

  • The Art of Lactation & Sleep - Sleep Saavy

  • Supporting Muslim Families through Postpartum Care — NAPS Doulas Workshop

  • Assessing Tongue Ties — Thresholds Workshop

  • Prevention, Identification and Treatment of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADS) — Perinatal Support Washington

  • Pediatric & Adult First Aid/CPR/AED - American Heart Association

  • Providing Postpartum Support to Families in Recovery - Swedish Addiction Recovery Services

  • Baby Wearing for Doulas - NAPS

  • Race & Privilege in Birth - Sabia Wade Workshop

  • Pumping for Doulas - NAPS

  • When Baby Won’t Latch - La Leche League

  • Trauma Informed Fundamentals for Birth Professionals - Resilient Birth

  • Supporting Clients around Perinatal Sexuality