Providing resources for military families on Okinawa
professional members
We are happy to provide listings for your community. The birth professionals listed have endorsed the Military Birth Resource Network's Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice and where applicable they have a base license. These professionals endorse our goal to make a positive difference for pregnant women, new mothers, and their families through education, nurturing, and advocacy while fostering respect, knowledge, and integrity among professionals everywhere.
Find a birth or postpartum doula. There are a range of levels of experience for doulas from the newly trained doula to a doula with many years experience. There are a range of "well seasoned" to "brand new" doulas to fit your needs. Doulas listed on our website do not work for MBRN or the Local Chapter. We support a mother's right to choose the type of birth that is right for her - un-medicated, medicated, cesarean, VBAC, home birth, hospital birth, or birth center birth. Every woman will choose birth practices that she feels is right for her and regardless of those choices, our goal is to support her during this incredibly important time. There are variations in philosophies and practices in the professionals listed in our member guide. The doulas within our network are trained by a national or internationally recognized organization. It is the responsibility of each consumer to verify the credentials of each professional. MBRN encourages consumers to interview professionals to determine which professional is the right person for their needs. Some doulas may provide volunteer services while others will charge a fee for service, MBRN does not regulate a doulas' fee but the network does encourage doulas participating in this program to consider each families' situation and circumstances.
Bumps to Bundles Doula Services
Okinawa, Japan (Kadena and Camp Foster)
Alicia Bingham
{Doula}
Email: bumpstobundles.doulaservices@gmail.com
Cell: +81 070-1509-2817
WhatsApp: +1 662-251-2817
Experience childbirth with confidence and support. Bumps to Bundles Doula Services offers compassionate care, guidance, and advocacy every step of the way – from pregnancy to postpartum. I will provide continuous informative, emotional, and physical support to ensure you experience an exceptional birth. Trust me to be your trusted partner during and after childbirth.
Sagely Doula Care
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Valerie Bodden
{Doula}
Email: valerie@sagelydoulacare.com
Website: www.sagelydoulacare.com
I am a military spouse and mother of two currently working towards both labor and postpartum doula certification with CAPPA in addition to a lactation consultant certification. I am very passionate about supporting families through this life changing journey and am always looking to lend a hand. Overall health and wellness is another passion of mine and I can counsel families on nutrition and safe movement during pregnancy and postpartum as well.
Sprout Pelvic Health
Serving families on Okinawa
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Dr. Sara Vanstraten, PT, DPT, RDH
Email: sara.vanstraten@sproutpelvichealth.com
Website: https://sproutpelvichealth.com
I have been a healthcare professional since 2002 and I have strived to serve my community throughout that time. After practicing dental hygiene in Florida for 13 years, I decided to return to school and obtain my Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) at the University of South Florida. I believed a career in physical therapy would aid me in educating others on how to decrease their pain, help them become more functional and lead those searching for happier, healthier lives to their destination. Additionally, while completing my Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science for DPT school at Florida State University, I obtained my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, which has helped me to connect with my patients and has provided me a better understanding of mental health conditions.
After graduating from physical therapy school in 2018, I chose to move to San Diego CA with my loving partner, where I practiced physical therapy; including pelvic floor rehabilitation. Since moving to San Diego, I have completed all courses in the Pelvic Floor series offered by Herman & Wallace, in addition to the Mobilization of Myofascial Layer course, providing me with the education and confidence to treat those underserved with pelvic pain conditions; bladder and bowel dysfunction; and core or pelvic issues. Further, I am trained to treat patients diagnosed with vertigo, concussion, and patients with a history of migraines.
My husband and I were recently stationed in Okinawa and now I am ready to treat patients that would benefit from pelvic floor therapy while we are on this beautiful island. When I am not treating patients and friends I love to run, hike to waterfalls, snorkel and search for new hot spots to dance with my remarkably talented husband.
Serenity Birth Doula Services
Serving families at Kadena, AFB and surrounding areas
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Tatiana Harris
{Doula}
Email: serenity.doulaservice@gmail.com
Website: https://www.serenitydoulaservice.com/home
My name is Tatiana Harris, a mother to two sweet boys who helped me realize my desire to support those going through the birth process. I love to learning and help others. I have two degrees in different fields (baking and pastry and business administration). I am very determined to learn new things as I continue to grow in this life that I live. I am starting my journey into the Doula world because I have a strong passion to help mothers, fathers, partners, etc. through this beautiful process. I received my Birth Doula training from DONA International in 2020 and hopefully with your help I can be there to support you, learn more and gain my certification.
I look forward to hearing from you and learning more about your family
Glow Life Birth Doula
JBRN Chapter Member
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Lindsay Blew, CD(DONA)
{Certified Birth Doula}
Email: Lindsay8262@hotmail.com
Phone: 08070917117
Birth is an incredibly transformative human experience, and you deserve to be surrounded by a strong support team ensuring you feel loved and confident. The power is yours, and if I am invited into your birth space, I will strive to be a constant reminder of the strength you possess. If you have a primary birth partner, I aim to enhance your bond, not replace it, while your partner is fully present.
As a passionate birth supporter, my role can morph according to what you need in each moment. Practically, that may mean providing evidence based information, modeling comfort measures, allowing your partner a moment to step away, providing a cool rag, snapping a few photos, or offering lactation support. I’ve worked with women across the spectrum of cultures, experiences, and birth choices. I am committed to making sure you never feel alone, unsafe, or unheard.
I’m a certified birth doula and photographer, and have additional experience with waterbirth, homebirth, hypnobirthing, babywearing, cloth diapering, and childbirth education. Connect with me over email or Facebook to figure out the next steps. I look so forward to joining you on this journey!
Growing Wild Birth Services
JBRN Chapter Member
Bridgett F.
{Birth Doula}
Email: growingwildbirthservices@gmail.com
Phone: 080.6481.3178
I am a mother and I am inspired by mothers, every single day and consider it an honor to serve them and their families on this beautiful Island. As a Birth Doula I provide continuous informational, emotional and physical support and hold space for growing families during this special time of their lives.
As Chapter leader of JBRN (MBRN’s founding chapter) my goal is to help educate the public about the many wonderful resources available and to connect families to available birth workers in Okinawa. I strive to educate, encourage and empower parents as they journey through pregnancy, birth and beyond.
Yui Clinic
Serving families on Okinawa
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Website: Yui Clinic
Email: yuihappy@yuiclinic.com / Contact form
Phone: 098-989-3801
Address: 2444-3 Noborikawa Okinawashi Okinawa 904-2142 Japan
YUI Clinic offers a home-like environment and supports natural birth and breastfeeding. We believe that the birthing mother will have a better and secured feeling when she is taken good care of and the delivery is done in a relaxing manner.
Because our clinic stays very busy, we cannot facilitate walk in’s or tours without an appointment. If you want to have tours of Yui clinic, have check up or have examination, please make an appointment by either calling or contacting us using this form. We apologize if we may take time to reply to your e-mail.
Please bring a translator for consultations. We have English translation service available via telephone or some of our staff speaks English.