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What is Lumaea Wellness?

Lumaea Wellness is a holistic practice dedicated to supporting families and individuals through fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond. My approach combines evidence-based education with mindfulness, yoga, and compassionate care. Services include birth doula support, birth coaching, lactation counseling, prenatal and postpartum yoga, and wellness practices that reduce stress and enhance well-being.

What training and certifications do you have?

I believe families deserve support that blends professional training with lived experience. My background includes:

• Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) through the Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice (ALPP)

• Fertility, Birth, and Postpartum Doula Training completed with Bebo Mia (official certification pending)

• 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training through The Yoga Lounge in Woodstock (official certification pending)

• Certified Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training (85-hour)

• 100-hour Certified Meditation Teacher

• Fertility Yoga Teacher Training through Bliss Baby Yoga currently in progress

• Integrated Breathwork and Pranayama Facilitator Training

In addition to formal education, I bring personal experience as both a mother and a gestational surrogate. Walking through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, both for myself and in support of intended parents, has given me unique insight into the emotional, physical, and relational aspects of family building. This experience allows me to support clients not only with professional skills but also with deep empathy, understanding, and compassion.

Where are you located? Do you offer in-person or virtual services?

I provide in-person services in and around Woodstock, IL, including nearby hospitals such as Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital. For families outside of my service area, or those who prefer the convenience of home-based care, I also offer virtual sessions for lactation counseling, fertility and surrogacy support, and yoga. This hybrid model ensures that support is accessible regardless of location.

Do you accept insurance or Medicaid?

At this time, Lumaea Wellness is in the process of becoming eligible to accept Illinois Medicaid for doula and lactation clients, but we're not there yet. Many clients also use HSA/FSA accounts to cover services. For services such as yoga, mindfulness, and surrogate guidance, payment is typically self-pay. If you’re unsure whether your service might be covered, I’m happy to walk you through your options.

What makes your approach different?

Family-building and parenthood are complex, and I believe your support should reflect that. My approach is unique because it connects the dots between many different fields. From lactation and doula care to mindfulness and yoga. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all advice; instead, I combine evidence-based education with non-judgmental support. I’m here to help you navigate the modern world of pregnancy and parenting with tools that are practical, compassionate, and tailored to your unique journey.

At which hospitals do you support birth?

As a Woodstock-based doula, I provide in-person birth support at the three primary birthing centers in our immediate area:

• Northwestern Medicine Huntley Hospital

• Advocate Sherman Hospital (Elgin)

• Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital (Barrington)

Pro-tip for NM Patients: At Northwestern Medicine hospitals, a doula is welcomed as part of your care team and typically does not count toward your visitor limit. This allows you to have your partner and your doula by your side without compromise.

Birthing elsewhere? If you live within my 12-mile Woodstock radius but are birthing at a hospital further than 30 minutes away, please reach out! I am happy to discuss a custom travel arrangement or transition our birth support to a Virtual Doula package to ensure you have 24/7 access to me without the logistical hurdles of distance.

Service Area & Support Options

Whether we connect through a screen or in your living room, my goal is to provide a space where you feel seen, supported, and safe.

Virtual Support (Worldwide) I believe that high-quality care should be accessible no matter where you live. For this reason, my Yoga and Birth Coaching services are offered exclusively via a high-definition, HIPAA-Compliant virtual platform. This allows you to stay in the comfort of your own environment while we work together to build your confidence and strength. I also recommend virtual Lactation Support to expedite care and ensure you have the confidence to continue your feeding journey independently.

In-Person Support (Woodstock, IL & Surrounding Areas) For those seeking Birth Doula or Lactation Support, I am honored to offer in-person care for families located within 12 miles of Woodstock, Illinois.

While virtual lactation support is incredibly effective for many, I recognize the value of having a supportive presence in your home during those early postpartum days. If you are outside of this 12-mile radius, I would love to support you through my comprehensive virtual assessment options.

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