LAUren Guarrasi
I’m Lauren, a holistic and gentle birth and postpartum doula in Portland, Oregon.
With a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and a background as a Montessori teacher, I bring a deep respect for the holistic development of children and a sense of reverence for each family’s journey. This knowledge allows me to support you from a foundation of wisdom and heart, honoring the spirit and beauty of new life from pregnancy onward.
With deep trust in the wisdom of your body and spirit, I customize my approach to honor your unique vision for birth, whether that’s through active, hands-on support or quiet, heart-centered presence. I am attuned to the subtle layers of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, offering gentle encouragement, steady guidance, and practical comfort tools in every moment. Together, we’ll explore the rhythms of birth and mindful tools to carry you through labor, including grounding breaths, positive affirmations, nurturing touch, and intuitive optimal positions that support your body and baby.
about me
For those birthing in a hospital setting, I bring special attention to creating a calm, safe, and beautiful environment, helping you feel rooted and secure in a space that may feel unfamiliar or clinical. I’ve supported births at home, in birth centers, and in hospitals, and I approach each setting with a commitment to transforming it into a sanctuary where you feel empowered, protected, and connected. A meaningful part of my role is holding space for partners, honoring their place in the birth journey and helping create a circle of loving support.
With Gratitude, Lauren
-M.Ed Early Childhood Education
-Breastfeeding Basics, Krystal Key, IBCLC
-Red Cross | Infant CPR Certified
-Nutrition for Postpartum Mental Health, Women’s Health Nutrition Academy, Stephanie Greunke, MS, RN
-DONA International Birth Doula Training, Portland Doula Love
-DONA International Postpartum Doula Training, MotherTree
-Birth Doula Mentorship, 6-month intensive, Portland Doula Love