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Trina Baumgartner, Birth First Doulas

Trina Baumgartner, Portland Doula

Hello I’m Trina, a kind, honest, and heartforward birth doula with a passion for supporting birthing people and families through their birth preparation and entry into parenthood. I truly believe that within each birthing person lies immense strength and courage. As your birth doula, I take a strengths-based approach to my work, honoring and celebrating the incredible capabilities you possess. Birth is a journey of self-discovery, and I am here to walk alongside you, providing unwavering support, encouragement, and guidance every step of the way.

Drawing from my extensive training and experience, I am well-versed in various comfort techniques that can ease your labor journey. From the gentle pressure of acupressure to the soothing benefits of massage, I will tailor my support to suit your unique needs and preferences. Additionally, as a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator and Certified Lactation Counselor, I can provide you with essential knowledge and guidance to make informed decisions for you and your baby’s well-being.

At the heart of my approach is the belief that you know yourself best. I trust in your instincts and will work collaboratively with you and your loved ones to honor your birthing preferences and navigate any unexpected twists that may arise. My goal is to create a safe and comfortable space where you feel empowered to make choices that align with your values and vision for your birth experience.

In the birth room, my calm, grounded, and encouraging energy will be a steady anchor as you embrace the the intensity and magic of bringing your baby into the world. I am present, holding space for you, and providing continuous emotional and physical support throughout labor. Your comfort and well-being are my priorities, and I will adapt to your needs, helping you find the optimal labor positions that create space for your baby’s journey through the pelvis. 

As your birth doula, I understand that every birthing journey is unique. I will support you and your loved ones in the ways that feel most comfortable for you. Whether you prefer a hands-on approach or a more nurturing presence from a distance, I am here to honor your wishes and support you to have as positive and fulfilling birth experience as possible.

I look forward to supporting you in this beautiful chapter of your life!

Training

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Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula through Family Trees Birth Programs
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DONA Birth Doula Training through Holistic Beginnings

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Intensive 6-Month Birth Doula Internship with Mother Tree Birth Services

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Yoga Teacher Training through Sadhana Yoga School

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Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training through Prenatal Yoga Center

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Lamaze Educator Training through Family Trees Birth Programs

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Passed the Lamaze Childbirth Educator Exam

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Lactation Counselor Training through Healthy Children Project

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Birth Story Listening Training through Birthing From Within

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Reiki 1 Certificate with Katherine Noyb

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Trauma Informed Care for Birth Professionals through Mother Tree International

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Cultural Competency Training: Working With Diverse Populations in Maternal and Child Health through Shafia Monroe

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Crossing The Threshold Training through Birthing From Within

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Evidence Based Birth Higher Education Courses

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CPR and AED for Adult, Child & Infant

Areas Of Specialty

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Unmedicated Birth

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Lactation Support

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Trauma Informed Care

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Childbirth Education

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Prenatal Yoga

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Spinning Babies

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Reiki

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Birth Story Listening

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Trina’s Testimonials

“Having a supportive, nurturing, loving experience for the birth of your child while looking for medical support in a hospital setting is totally possible with the help of Trina at Birth First. Our first birth experience was so traumatic and I knew I wanted to be more in control of my choices for my second. Trina helped walk us through our goals and then supported me as my advocate during our delivery. I was able to have the completely unmedicated birth I wanted- seriously not even an IV! We were ready to accept medical interventions if needed for my or the baby’s safety, but I was educated and informed because of the prep work I did with Trina. She is incredible and makes the experience all about what you want and need. Love her and her great, peaceful spirit.”

angeline, happy valley

“Heading into the birth of our first child, it was important to me that we find a doula who could support us during labor and delivery. I found Birth First through an online search and spoke with Rebecca about the match process – she answered all of our questions and more. We were so thrilled to meet Trina and have her present not just during labor and delivery but also for prenatal visits and postpartum support. Trina exceeded our expectations, she was a calm, supportive, loving and resourceful presence before, during and after the birth of our son. We would highly recommend her, and the suite of supports offered through Birth First Doulas.”

hayley, N Portland

“Katrina was there every step of the way. She lovingly guided us from prenatal to postpartum care. My first daughter was born one week after the due date. Katrina was very supportive and checked on me regularly during this waiting period, which wasn’t easy to go through. It was my first pregnancy and my goal was to have a natural birth. Having Katrina on our side, helped me a lot in reaching my goal and to feel safer during this unknown experience. Katrina was proactive in her communication and in her approach, this was comforting for us, especially as new parents. She was creating a safe space that helped us to go through the labor with trust and anxiety-free. For example, during labor, my partner and I were not sure when exactly to go to the hospital. She respected my wish to go through the labor (as most as possible) in the comfort of my home, and knew how to direct us in the process. She was assertive and knew when it was time to propose to take the next step and go to the hospital. As a bonus, she is a great photographer. She captured beautiful moments throughout the labor and birth, while at the same time she was providing positive encouragement to both my husband and me. These photographs are a priceless souvenir for us. We feel grateful to have met Katrina for my first pregnancy. She was a perfect fit for us. She provided the emotional and physical comfort my husband and I needed during this moment. She always made us feel at ease and respected. In addition, she adapted and managed very well her role during this particular Covid 19 time. She was very careful and followed all the recommendations relating to the prevention of the pandemic. Katrina is an amazing doula and I highly recommend her.”

SOPHIE & HUMBERTO, SE Portland

“We are so GRATEFUL for Trina and the positive impact she had on our pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience. As first time parents with little knowledge of doulas, we went from naive and anxious about labor and birth to calm and prepared after meeting with Trina and having her on our team. We chose to work with Trina for her evidence-based approach to all things childbirth, her hands-on educational style, and her judgment-free supportive and positive attitude. With a medicated hospital birth, we felt so much better equipped to make educated choices for our birthing experience and welcome our little one the best way possible for our family. We felt comfortable with Trina right off the bat and became even closer through our sessions and time spent together. Looking back on the hours spent in labor at our home with Trina, we have such fond memories of dancing, laughter, and good music. We love Trina’s balanced energy, encouraging smile, reassuring touch, and sense of humor. Her focus on both of us as parents, our new baby, and the three of us together as a family made each of us feel included, supported and connected. She will always be a cherished part of our memories from the most important day of our lives and we are already looking forward to the day we can include her in the birth of our next child.”

CHRis & sam, NW Portland