Doula Services To care for, attend, and preserve childbirth and mothers

about me

Becky Facer

I have been practicing as a doula since 2009, after I had my second child. For as long as I can remember, I have been interested in babies and birth. For my 5th grade career festival, I dressed up as a midwife and said that was what I wanted to be when I grew up. Little did I know, years later I would find my passion in doula work.

I have four kids of my own with varying birth stories. I had planned an unmedicated birth with my first but he came on fast and furious and I went for the epidural last minute, just feeling so scared of what was to come. Looking back I could have really used the support of a doula! There were positives and negatives to the experience but I knew I would want to try again for a unmedicated birth. My next three kids would all be born in the hospital, unmedicated and unafraid and on my own terms. It felt incredibly empowering to believe in myself and take back the control in the delivery room. I had an amazing doctor and amazing support, which made all the difference.

My number one wish is to support my birthing couple in whatever helps them feel safe and honored in their birth space. That could be medicated or unmedicated. Its the support team around you that makes the difference!

I have worked under midwives in birth centers, with doctors and nurses in the hospital, and assisted over 80 births and counting. I have trained in Lamaze and Bradley, and Hypnobabies, but am comfortable in supporting whatever wishes the couple may have. I serve as both a birth doula and postpartum doula offering a range of doula services.

I live in Waialua with my husband and four kids, a dog, two kitties, and a bird. I love cooking, organizing, thrifting, the beach, singing, and walks. And of course babies!!!!!

Malama means to care for, tend to, protect, and preserve. It's all I want for the families I support to feel this kind of care. Everyone deserved that. That is what Malama Doula stands for

My services

Birth Doula

As your birth doula, we will be setting up two prenatal appointments to get to know one another and setup a birth plan. These are important meetings to educate and talk, and go over a lot of information that will be helpful in childbirth. We will establish the birth plan and go through positional helps, and methods for pain management.

I will be available and on call prior to the guess date, and once labor has begun, I will meet up with my clients at their home or hospital depending on where we are in the labor timeline. We will be in constant communication to make decisions together. I will remain present throughout the entire birth and a few hours after delivery to ensure mom and baby are well.

We will schedule a postpartum visit within a few weeks of delivery

Birth Doula services are booked with an initial deposit, and remaining fee due by 37 weeks. I try my best to schedule clients at least 2 weeks apart so I don't overlap services. Please inquire about rates.

Postpartum Doula

I offer postpartum services that include infant care, cooking, cleaning, overnight care, mama/baby basics. I have been called "Mary Poppins" before and I believe everyone deserves that kind of care after a baby! Go take a long nap while I look after baby and tidy up the house and get dinner started! What could be better?!

Many new moms just need a little guidance and direction with their little one to feel that boost of confidence to handle it all. So many postpartum moms are struggling with hormones, emotions, and sleep deprivation and so desperately need more support. I would love to come help.

Postpartum services are booked on a hourly basis, with a 10 hour minimum. Please inquire for rates

Testimonials

Lisa and Kevin

"Thank you so much for all your caring, support and encouragement before, during and after Chloe's birth. I don't know if I could have made it through the many hours of back labor without your awesome massage. And the dinner you brought over was totally delish! We are so thankful for your friendship. You are a fabulous doula. Kevin was so happy to have an extra set of hands to support us both. All our love and thanks".

Kayli and family

"Thank you so much for being such an intimate part of our the birth of our new baby. I couldn't have dreamed of a better "team". You were such a PRO! Thank you for all of your encouragement and confidence. I truly couldn't have done it without you. I hope you continue with your journey in this field because I think you are perfectly suited for this".

Megan and chris

"Wow! There just aren't any words to express how thankful I am for all your help during m y pregnancy and Quinn's birth. There is no way we would have had such an amazing birth without your presence. Your wisdom, support, and encouragement meant the world to both Chris and I and I just can't thank you enough".

Cynthia and Jeff

"Becky, we are so grateful that we found you to help us on this journey. You were a blessing and we couldn't have gotten through our special day without you. You were such a strong, supportive and warm comfort to us that never wavered. Thank you"

The Noda family

"We are so grateful to have had you with us while we labored with our first baby. You showed up that day with so much support for us, and it will be an experience I will never forget. You brought so much calmness in what could have been a chaotic experience and your knowledge allowed us peace that we truly were making the best decisions along the way. I hope you continue to do the amazing work of supporting and nurturing other women like you did with me!"

Marleena and Marc

" Becky, once again you have guided through one of the most memorable and meaningful moments of our lives. You are a blessing to not only us, but all the lucky families who have had you present for their births. I was so scared and know that an induction wouldn't have been as successful as it was if you were not there. You will always be a special person in our lives and our girls lives. We love you!"

Contact

Intimate, personalized care

Please contact me directly with any questions, comments, or scheduling inquiries you may have. Due dates are reserved upon initial deposit. Postpartum services are scheduled as needed.

Serving Oahu, Hawaii

Email becks1082@gmail.com

808-460-4304

Personal instagram @beckyfacer

Business instagram @malamadoula

Malama Doula

Waialua, Oahu Hawaii

808-460-4304 Becks1082@gmail.com