At Doulas of Boston, certified doula Cynthia Gaudino and certified doula and reiki practitioner Brenda Baylis help teach, guide and assist a mother throughout pregnancy and birth using natural comfort measures. Learning these techniques will help create a greater connection between a mother and her child during labor with the support of a hospital setting. Cynthia and Brenda guide moms-to-be and partners in the beautiful journey of labor and delivery and are committed to helping women achieve their desired birth, placing special attention on mothering the mother.

Services provided: Total support and assistance for the mother and families during the time of childbirth; the awakening of a mother and her child’s sacred journey during birth.

Areas of specialty: Brenda is certified in yin yoga and reiki 1, 2 and advanced reiki training. She specializes in supporting the balance of energy and has more than 20 years’ experience in meditation, relaxation and breathing techniques. Cynthia is practiced in comfort measures and relaxation techniques.

Healing/healthy living philosophy: At Doulas of Boston, we keep an open heart-mind holding space for all with an understanding that the journey of labor and delivery is ever-changing. We have a passion for sharing our experiences, knowledge, nurturing and compassion while assisting each person individually with customizing their needs, allowing the process to unfold with great support.

Doulas of Boston, 108 Leyden St., Boston. For more information, call 781-540-1254, email [email protected] or visit MyDoulasOfBoston.com.