Serving Southern Arizona...But Now in a Different Capacity

2022 marks my 20th year as a doula and educator. The past two years have been full of learning opportunities, frustrations, celebrations, and time to reflect where I am going proffessionally. In January I stopped taking birth clients and launched a new businesss with my business partner and daughter, called Hedge & Hearth Apothecary. We have taken products that I have made for my clients over the years to support them during labor and postpartum as well as formulated some new products to further the comfort and support of mother and child, young women who are menstruating and wise women who are entering menopause. These products are made with organic ingredients, in small batches and with reusable/sustainable packaging. You can find us at our website: hedgeandhearthapothecaryllc.com or on our IG page: @hedgeandhearthapothecary. We will also be providing postpartum doula services under the H&H name, as well as childbirth education, belly binding and reiki services. 

So, on December 31, 2022, Desert Bloom Doula Services will close her doors for good. It has been my pleasure to get to know each of you as I supported you in labor and postpartum, and I look forward to continuing that support through Hedge and Hearth. Thank you for your kindness, support and trust. 

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Peace and Love,

Rhonda Anderson

Supporting Women Through Each Stage of Life: Menses, Pregnancy, Birth, Postpartum and Menopause.

  dou·la

  ˈdo͞olə/

  noun

  noun: doula; plural noun: doulas

1. a woman who is trained to assist another woman during childbirth and who may provide                         support to the family after the baby is born.

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 Why I Became a Doula

 The experience of pregnancy and birth has evolved over the years, and can be especially overwhelming in today’s society.

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  I believe that the need for caring, sensitive

  and knowledgeable support during this time

  is becoming more and more apparent. I see every pregnancy and birth as a miracle, and as a Doula I feel blessed to contribute my expertise to women and families in the NW Tucson, Oro Valley, and Marana area.

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 In 2002 I was honored to support a friend during the birth of her third child. I was immediately in love with birth work and knew I'd found my calling. Since then, I have gained certifications as a birth doula (CBI), Childbirth Educator (CBI), CPR Instructor (AHA) and have attended postpartum doula training with Pro Doula and Birth Arts International . I have a certification in perinatal mood disorders through Postpartum Support International. Being a doula since 2002 and being a (ret) military wife for 25 years, I know first hand the need for support, especially when family may not be an option due to distance or other factors. Both of my children were born on military installations without family nearby to help, and in one instance, without my husband by my side. I found comfort and support from women in my community when I was feeling my lowest as a new mother. I am thankful for those experiences; I believe they help me be a compassionate support person for other women. My children are now grown and have children of their own. Being a Nana has been my greatest joy.