What is a Birth Doula?  A Birth Doula is a person who attends the birthing family before, during and just after the birth of the baby.  I am trained to deliver emotional support and some physical support  at home and in the hospital.   As your Doula, I will be a source of information and help your coach with massage techniques and other valueable tips.  Fee: $700.-$850. (includes two prenatal visits, the birth and one postpartum visit.)

I started twelve years ago as a Breastfeeding Peer Councilor, helping women through initial breastfeeding problems.  A few years later, I became a Birth Doula for a non profit group called "Companieras".  I attended many births where women were alone in labor and frightened of the process. As their doula, I supported them and shared stories that would remind them that women have been having babies forever and how this is a rite of passage for women.   About a year ago, I trained to teach Prenatal Yoga because I saw the benefits that women experienced when they took these classes as a way to prepare for childbirthing.  Yoga is tremendously effective while easy to do. 
Here are some websites I recommend:
www.spinningbabies.com
www.dona.org

If you are interested in talking more about my services, email me at :  jrivasraymer@hotmail.com   or call me: Juanita at 626-202-9594
Bilingual(spanish)

  

I teach Hatha yoga level 1/2 and private prenatal Yoga classes.  Hatha yoga helps you create balance and harmony in your life. It also builds strength and flexibility in your body.   Asanas(postures), pranayama(breathing) and pratyahara(withdrawal from the senses through relaxation) nurture body, mind and spirit.   Private classes are $35./for one hour.

  Hatha Yoga classes:
                         
                                                                  
   Equilibrium Fitness                $15. single class                 
  2019 Foothill Blvd                     $60. 5 classes
  LaVerne, CA                              $110. 10 classes
                               
    Tues. 6pm-7pm(beginning)
    Thurs. 9:30-11:00am(hatha level 1/2)
    Sun. 3:30pm-5pm (hatha level 1/2)           
                                                                                                                                          Fine Arts    Academy                   $15. single class                    
  300 N. Glendora Ave.                   $70. 6 classes
  Glendora, CA 91741                    $100. 10 classes               
                        
                               Thurs. 7pm-8:15pm(hatha 1/2)
                               Sat.   10am-11am(beginning)