What I Do
I am an end of life doula looking for ways to help anyone in the process of transitioning from life to death. We can create a plan on what you would like to achieve and put that idea into motion. I am here to help, together we will make it happen.
I would be honored to assist you and your loved ones deal with one of the most taboo and difficult things, death.
Bridging the road between life and death.
Ever since I was a little girl I have felt a strong calling for healing and caring, I am in a never ending search, attempting to achieve this. The goal is to not fear death, it is a natural process that has become a distant notion for us because we no longer serve the souls and bodies of the departed as our ancestors once did. My role as your doula is to provide care and comfort during a time of uncertainty. I will listen to your concerns and help guide you to finalize any wishes you may want to fulfill.
About Me
I had never heard of Death Doulas. I have experienced significant loss and was curious as to what the term meant. My grandmother was cared for by my uncle. He selflessly gave up his home and life to move in and take care of her when my grandfather passed away. My mother and sister would take turns visiting to help care for her in the evenings. She also had a nurse visiting daily. The kindness of everyone involved, whether near or far, would contribute with prayers and well wishes. Everyone was dedicated to ensuring she was comfortable and had everything she needed. It was a beautiful combination of love. I thank everyone involved; I admire them. I researched the meaning of a death doula, and as if the words were calling to me, I instinctively knew I was interested in doing this. I had always wanted to be a nurse, and this is a beautiful field because you can help anyone at their most vulnerable time. I would be truly humbled to be by your side and to help you get answers to any questions you might have or finalize planning details.
I hope to normalize one of the most natural and taboo experiences we will all have in our lives: death.
In many cultures, we know it was customary to care for our deceased; cleaning and showing the body was all natural and customary. In modern days, we say goodbye and never see the deceased again, or we get to see them at a very lovely, expensive wake full of people the deceased might not have known that well. A death doula is unafraid of having those tough conversations, holding your hand, or asking tough questions. They are someone who will help you plan and arrange for your final days, establishing a personal connection that makes you feel understood and cared for.
I look forward to helping you on this journey.
With much love,
Jax
