Expecting couple making heart on belly in Hamburg, PA.

I offer holistic, personalized care whether you’re planning to birth in a hospital, at a birth center, or home. I provide continuous emotional, physical, and informational support throughout pregnancy, labor, and the early postpartum period. From prenatal visits where we explore your preferences and prepare together, to hands-on comfort measures like massage, rebozo, aromatherapy, TENS, and grounding techniques during your birthing time, I’m there to support your unique journey. My goal is to help you feel empowered, safe, and deeply supported—wherever and however you choose to give birth.

Postpartum doula support is available on a limited basis.

Package pricing varies based on the number of prenatal & postpartum sessions. Lactation, CFT & classes can be added à la carte to any package.

Birth Doula Support

Victoria Cruz hypnodoula holding newborn during Hypnobabies® class in Philadelphia, PA.

Hypnobabies is a comprehensive childbirth education program that teaches self-hypnosis techniques to help birthing people have a more comfortable, calm, and empowered birth experience. Hypnobabies is unlike any other course, it uses medical-grade hypnosis to prepare the mind and body for easier and more comfortable birth, while also educating families about their options, the physiology of labor, and partner involvement. It’s a full-spectrum course designed to prepare families for a peaceful birthing journey.

Self-study, hybrid, or group classes are available.

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Hypnobabies® Hypnobirthing

New mom receiving lactation support from Certified Lactation Consultant Victoria Cruz in Philadelphia, PA.

Feeding your baby is about more than nutrition—it's about connection, confidence, and finding what works best for your family. While breastfeeding is natural, it doesn't always come naturally. Mothers and babies are learning together, and having compassionate, evidence-based support can make all the difference.

Whether you're preparing before your baby arrives, navigating the early days postpartum, working through feeding challenges, returning to work, or simply looking for reassurance, I provide personalized lactation care tailored to your goals. My role is not to tell you how you should feed your baby, but to provide education, practical guidance, and encouragement so you can make informed decisions.

During your visit, we'll take time to understand the full picture—not just a single feeding. Together, we'll review your pregnancy and birth history, your baby's feeding patterns and weight gain, your concerns, and your goals. We'll observe a feeding, assess positioning and latch, discuss milk production, pumping, bottle feeding when appropriate, and develop a realistic plan that supports both you and your baby.

Because feeding is influenced by so much more than technique, I take a whole-body approach to lactation care. Birth experiences, body tension, oral function, nervous system regulation, and maternal recovery can all impact how feeding unfolds. When appropriate, I incorporate Craniosacral Therapy into your care plan to help release tension, improve comfort, and support more efficient feeding. If additional evaluation is needed, I collaborate with your healthcare team and trusted local providers to ensure you receive comprehensive, coordinated care.

For families who want support from the very beginning, my lactation packages provide continuity through the early postpartum journey. We begin with a prenatal breastfeeding class to prepare you for the first days after birth, followed by a visit within 48 hours after delivery and ongoing weekly support during the first few weeks as feeding patterns develop, milk supply regulates, and new questions arise.

My goal is to help you feel confident, supported, and empowered throughout your feeding journey—whether that means exclusive breastfeeding, pumping, combination feeding, or another path that meets your family’s unique needs. You don’t have to navigate this season alone.

Lactation Support

The body has an incredible capacity to heal when it feels safe, supported, and balanced. Craniosacral Therapy (CST) & Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT) is a gentle approach that works with the nervous system to encourage the body's natural healing processes. Sessions focus on reducing tension throughout the body and restoring balance.

For adults, Craniosacral Therapy can provide support for pregnancy-related discomfort, pelvic and low back pain, headaches, jaw tension, neck pain, stress, nervous system dysregulation, recovery after birth, and overall physical and emotional wellness.

For infants, treatment is especially gentle and tailored to their unique needs. Birth is a significant physical event, and even being in utero can create tension patterns that affect comfort, movement, and feeding. This may help address body tension, torticollis, head-turning preferences, flattening of the head, reflux, colic, oral tension, latch difficulties, and general fussiness by encouraging relaxation and improved function.

Because feeding is a whole-body process, it often complements lactation support by addressing the structural and nervous system factors that can influence breastfeeding and bottle feeding. When appropriate, treatment is integrated with feeding support to create a comprehensive, individualized plan for both parent and baby.

“Our cutting-edge therapy helps infants, children, and adults heal themselves. Our trained professionals and parents are creating a healthier world.”
—Dr. Barry Gillespie

Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT) & Craniosacral Therapy (CST)

new mom group childbirth class breastfeeding support in lehigh county

Birth is something you prepare for—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. My classes are designed to give you the knowledge, tools, and confidence to approach your birth, lactation, and postpartum journey feeling calm, informed, and empowered. Whether you’re looking for a full childbirth education series or more focused guidance, each session is rooted in evidence-based information and real-life application.

Birth planning goes beyond a checklist—it’s about understanding your options, clarifying your values, and creating a flexible plan that reflects your vision while preparing for the unexpected. Together, we’ll walk through your preferences, discuss common interventions, and ensure you feel confident advocating for yourself in any setting.

For families who need flexibility or prefer support from home, I offer virtual options that provide personalized guidance throughout pregnancy and postpartum. From one-on-one consults to ongoing text and call support throughout labor, you’ll have direct access to trusted, consistent care when questions arise or reassurance is needed.

No matter how you choose to work together, the goal is the same: to help you feel supported, prepared, and deeply confident as you step into this transformative season.