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Deborah Wapinski Schwarz

Educadora Perinatal / Doula
Mexico City

Summary

Passionate Certified Childbirth Educator, Doula and Lactation Counselor with a proven track record of enhancing childbirth and breastfeeding outcomes through evidence-based practices and great teaching and communication skills. Excelled in freelance roles by fostering trust, utilizing labor support techniques, and improving breastfeeding success rates. Skilled in building strong interpersonal relationships, significantly contributing to positive birth experiences from pregnancy until postpartum. Personal commitment to professionalism and ethical interpersonal relationships. Eager to utilize in-depth knowledge of labor and delivery methods and healthcare policies to aid families to enrich and empower their birthing experiences as part of the Be Birth Education mission.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Certified Childbirth Educator

Freelance
02.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced childbirth education courses by incorporating evidence-based practices and innovative teaching methods.
  • Utilized multimedia resources to enhance learning experience and present complex concepts in accessible manner.
  • Established strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive discussions.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized attention and support throughout their pregnancy journey.

Lactation Counselor

Freelance
02.2023 - Current
  • Educated families on normal infant feeding behaviors and growth patterns, reducing unnecessary supplementation with formula.
  • Addressed misconceptions about breastfeeding by providing accurate information grounded in current research findings.
  • Assisted mothers in overcoming common breastfeeding difficulties such as latching issues, low milk supply, and nipple pain.
  • Improved breastfeeding success rates by providing evidence-based lactation support and guidance to new mothers.

Birth Doula

Freelance
02.2023 - Current
  • Provided tailored postpartum support, addressing newborn care, breastfeeding assistance, and emotional wellbeing of mother and baby.
  • Contributed to positive birth experiences by offering unwavering encouragement and reassurance throughout process.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing continuous emotional and physical support during labor and delivery.
  • Facilitated open communication between expectant parents and healthcare providers for collaborative birthing experience.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure seamless support throughout prenatal, labor, and postpartum periods.
  • Increased overall birth experience satisfaction in families.
  • Increased client confidence in their parenting abilities through ongoing emotional support and resource sharing during the postpartum period

Education

Bachelor of Science - Public Relations Major, Biology Minor

Boston University
Boston, Mass.
05.2001 -

Especialidad En Educacion Perinatal -

Universidad Anahuac Norte
CDMX
05.2001 -

Certified Birth Doula -

DONA INTERNATIONAL
United States
05.2001 -

Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator -

LAMAZE INTERNATIONAL
United States
05.2001 -

Skills

Labor support techniques

Pain Management Strategies

Active listening abilities

Teaching and instruction

Interpersonal Relationships

Professionalism and Ethics

Childbirth education expertise

Breastfeeding guidance

Labor and delivery support

Evidence-based programs

Hobbies

I love all kinds of performing arts. 

I am a passionate and present mother of three. 

I find that giving is the best way to receive. 

I find community work incredibly rewarding. 

I am constantly enrolling in opportunities that allow mental and spiritual growth, balance, light and wellbeing. 

Timeline

Certified Childbirth Educator

Freelance
02.2023 - Current

Lactation Counselor

Freelance
02.2023 - Current

Birth Doula

Freelance
02.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Public Relations Major, Biology Minor

Boston University
05.2001 -

Especialidad En Educacion Perinatal -

Universidad Anahuac Norte
05.2001 -

Certified Birth Doula -

DONA INTERNATIONAL
05.2001 -

Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator -

LAMAZE INTERNATIONAL
05.2001 -
Deborah Wapinski SchwarzEducadora Perinatal / Doula