Your birth, your way
Every birth is unique, just like every family's journey into parenthood. Alpine Start Doula Care provides thoughtful, research-backed support to families in the Boulder County and beyond, whether you're planning a hospital birth, home birth, or something in between. With a deep respect for your choices, I'm here to ensure you feel informed, empowered, and fully supported every step of the way.
About me
Hey, I’m Erica
I have spent the last fifteen years as an educator and education researcher. During my pregnancy, labor, and delivery, a fire inside of me was ignited, inspiring me to shift my focus toward supporting others through the transformative journey of birth. The strength, resilience, and empowerment I experienced during that time fueled my desire to help others navigate their own childbirth experiences with knowledge, compassion, and unwavering support.
In 2025, I completed my Birth Doula and Prenatal Yoga Teacher training with BEHELD in Boulder, Colorado where I learned from Haley McNabb and Jessica Fawcett, two wise and magical birth doulas. I am excited to join a long tradition of women supporting women during one of their most profound life experiences.
The Alpine Start difference
Hiring a doula comes with many benefits, and as your doula, I offer high-quality, evidence-based birth support at a price that’s fair and accessible. Learn more about my approach below.
The finer details
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I am currently charging a reduced fee of $1500 as I work towards my Doula Certification.
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30 minute consult to ensure I am the doula for you
2 prenatal visits to educate you on your options and discuss birth plans.
Phone and email support throughout your pregnancy
On call support from your 38th week until your 42nd week of pregnancy.
In person support throughout your labor and birth
Postpartum support which may include: emotional support, processing your birth, lactation support, and baby care education.
A nourishing meal to support your postpartum recovery
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I am working on my doula certification through BEHELD Birth Doula Training, which includes education, attending births, and mentorship from an experienced doula. I have a deep understanding of the birth process, including my own personal experience giving birth and knowledge of common interventions and comfort measures.
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I support all births and birth choices and deeply believe any birthing person has a right to choose how they would like to give birth. That said, there are many paths to giving birth and ways one’s birth can unfold. I am here guide you through your labor and delivery no matter what you choose or face. The focus is on ensuring you feel empowered and respected in your choices.
Hanna, Friend of Alpine Start
I had a fairly challenging pregnancy and complicated birth and recovery process. Erica was there for me at every turn, ready to provide support in the ways that I needed. Sometimes that meant generating solutions and sometimes it meant just listening empathetically. In the scary moments Erica was able to make me feel reassured and not alone. She is intuitive about knowing when she can encourage you a little outside your comfort zone. I am so grateful to have had Erica’s support through my journey into parenthood.
Sarah, Friend of Alpine Start
With Erica I’ve never felt more seen, heard, or supported—she creates a space where you can truly trust the journey.
Let’s talk
Looking for support on your birthing journey? I’d love to chat.
Share a little about yourself, and I’ll be in touch soon. No pressure or commitment, just a relaxed conversation about what you need and how I can help.