I'm an American expat living in Abu Dhabi. My family has been living in the Middle East since 2015 (Oman, Saudi Arabia, and now The UAE). I'm married to my best friend and we have 2 children with us and 1 in heaven. My first child was born in The US and my second was born in Oman. When I moved to Oman I studied Arabic - one of the greatest challenges of my adult life! I love learning Arabic and it inspired the name of my business - Ertiah by Kim. Ertiah means relief or satisfaction which are my goals as I support women!
I have a degree in Social Work and worked in various roles supporting women and families in The US. I am a certified birth doula through DONA International, as well as a certified lactation support counselor, and a member of Doulas of Dubai. I'm so excited to be offering services to women in The UAE.
Birth doulas are the people who hold your hand through all the unknowns, stresses, and joys of childbearing and labor.
My job is not simply to help you get through birth, but to walk with you from pregnancy through postpartum as you become a parent.
Education, advocacy, emotional support, and hands-on care are things a doula can provide in a way no one else can. A doula's role is always to help you step confidently into your new role.
I had my first child in 2014 and the process of preparing for her birth got me hooked into the birth world. I found throughout my personal experiences with pregnancy, birth and miscarriage that there weren't enough resources and support locally for women through such significant times in our lives. So I finally took the plunge and got certified as a birth doula through DONA International and also became a certified lactation support counselor so that I can be a resource in the community offering quality birth and breastfeeding support.
"Her knowledge and guidance eased our anxieties and helped us prepare realistically for our big day. On the day of delivery, Kim went above and beyond. Her emotional support was invaluable, helping us navigate the circumstances and giving us the confidence to advocate for ourselves.
She also brought various items to create a comfortable and calming atmosphere during delivery. Her assistance in helping me move around to get comfortable during delivery was greatly appreciated. She was super easy to get along with, offering a calming presence when needed and knowing exactly when to give us privacy.
Kim continued to support us after delivery with a visit, providing excellent lactation advice and tips on how to manage our newborn. We highly recommend Kim to anyone looking for a dedicated, compassionate, and knowledgeable doula!" ~Yasmin
If you're ready for the care you deserve, contact me today! During your consultation we'll chat about how you can benefit from personalized birth doula support and answer any question you have.
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