April Kurtyka

April Kurtyka

1. What training do you have?
As far as my educational training goes, I am an ICEA (International Childbirth Education Association) certified Childbirth Educator, Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Certified Hypnobabies Instructor and a Postpartum Doula.

2. Why did you decide to become a doula?
When I gave birth to my daughter, Ella, in April of 2000, my life changed. Not only was I blessed with my beautiful little girl, I also discovered the beauty of pregnancy and childbirth. Since then I have been pursuing my dream of working with expectant families empowering them to have a truly satisfying birth and postpartum experience. I thoroughly enjoyed teaching soon-to-be parents about pregnancy and childbirth, but I still wanted some "hands-on" time too. I decided to become a Postpartum Doula at that point. Now I feel I get a great balance, between teaching and getting to really interact with the new family.

3. What are your hobbies, passions, etc?
My biggest passion in life is my daughter. She is my everything. Watching her grow has been so amazing for me. I often think that I've learned more about life from her then she's learned from me. When I get some free time I enjoy going to the beach, biking, and going to the movies.

4. What is your philosophy about birth?
believe that every woman deserves to be informed about birth; from there she needs to make the decision that's best for her. The International Childbirth Education Associations' position statement says it the best, "Freedom of choice, based on knowledge of alternatives".

5. Tell us a little something about your personal life.
I was born and raised Orange County, California. For me this is the best place to live, I really love it here. My "real life" training includes being a Momma to my wonderful daughter and carrying twins as a Gestational Surrogate for an amazing family in 2006. After being in this field for years, I know that Ive found my calling. I absolutely love what I do and I think that every family I work with can see that.

6. What are your specialties or unique qualities?
I try to cater to the new parents needs as much as possible. I offer in-home childbirth, breastfeeding and child care classes, allowing parents who have busy schedules to still get the education they desire. I also do my postpartum doula work overnights, many parents are shocked to hear that I will come to their home any time day or night. Again, I just want to help the new mom and dad out, and if that means coming over from 2am-10am then that's what I will do.

April Kurtyka ICCE, CLE, CPD (CA)
ellasmomma@hotmail.com
www.confidentbeginnings.com
Tel: (714) 878-1889

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