Mary Ellen Gabrielsen

“Celebrating the beginning of life”
(206) 683-8366
megabe@msn.com
 

“As a first-time father of twins, I can tell you that men really have no idea of the impact that having a child(ren) will have on them. Intellectually I was on board. Emotionally I was not much ahead of my (now) 5-year olds... Mary Ellen routinely saved the day! … I cannot over-communicate the value of having someone who understands and accepts the work of caring for newborns. A lot of folks roll right into parenthood, but I certainly had some rough spots. Mary Ellen was a great help to me and my wife in making this transition. We got help early on and it has helped us have better relationships with our kids. Thanks, Mary Ellen!”

-- Walt E., Seattle
 

As a postpartum doula, I seek to empower parents while they are integrating the new baby into the life of their family. To this end, I provide non-medical physical and emotional support to families with newborns, with an attitude of love, respect, and good humor.

Please explore this web site to learn more about the services I provide and about postpartum doulas in general. To families I have worked with in the past: Please send more digital photos for the Happy Babies Page; my collection is just getting started!

Questions & Answers

What is a doula, anyway?

What does Mary Ellen do?

Interviewing and hiring Mary Ellen

About Mary Ellen: Background and credentials

Photos and testimonials

Article: “Yay, It’s a Mary Ellen Day!”

Getting ready for baby

Resources: Books, web sites and groups

 


Mary Ellen Gabrielsen
“Celebrating the beginning of life”
(206) 683-8366
megabe@msn.com