Melissa is a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, Advanced VBAC Doula, Spinning Babies® trained birth professional, and Lactation Counselor through the Healthy Children Project. She lives in Kingston, NH with her husband and their two children, and feels deeply honored to walk alongside families during the transformative journey of pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period.

With a warm, grounded presence, Melissa offers emotional, physical, and wholehearted support through birth, breastfeeding, and beyond. She is currently pursuing expert-level lactation training through the University of California, San Diego, with the goal of becoming an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).

Melissa’s own experience with infertility gave her a profound appreciation for the beauty and vulnerability of the perinatal season. That personal journey inspired her to become a doula and continues to fuel her passion for helping families feel supported, heard, and empowered. Her hands-on experience helping to raise her niece and nephews has also deeply influenced her approach to caregiving.

Before becoming a doula, Melissa worked for nearly two decades as a dental hygienist, where she specialized in helping patients feel calm and comfortable. She brings that same steady, compassionate energy to every client interaction, creating a peaceful space where families can feel safe and truly cared for.

Melissa’s goal is to help each family feel confident and empowered, no matter how their birth or postpartum experience unfolds. She provides evidence-based information and consistent support, meeting each family where they are—with the care of a trusted friend and the professionalism of an experienced provider.

Outside of her work with families, Melissa enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and dogs, kayaking, skiing, staying active, or curling up with a good book. She believes in living fully—and brings that same presence, joy, and heart into every family she supports.