Laura Meyer RN, BSN
Expert Childbirth Educator and Doula
I’ve been passionately involved in guiding parents-to-be since 2002, teaching Bradley® classes right here in Sarasota. As a certified doula through The Bradley Method®, I’ve been providing compassionate doula services for home, hospital, and birth center births since 2004.
My journey with The Bradley Method® began when I discovered we were expecting our first child. It became clear to me that teaching this class was my calling.
Our family has grown with three beautiful “Bradley babies” – Audrey, Sarah, and Michael. Audrey and Sarah entered the world at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, while Michael Joseph was born at home. All of my prenatal visits and births were attended to by midwives. Remarkably, each birth was medication-free, with no invasive procedures, and minimal tears that required no stitching. Despite all my babies arriving two weeks “late,” we navigated each situation with confidence and without complications. I feel incredibly blessed.
Having attended 140 births in hospitals, birth centers, and homes, I bring a wealth of experience to these classes, making them an excellent preparation for any birthplace choice. Let me share my insights and guide you through the transformative journey of childbirth.
Sarasota Birth Approach
Family is Everything
My commitment to The Bradley Method® is grounded in a set of core beliefs:
- I advocate for parental responsibility, encouraging individuals to carefully choose their practitioners and actively engage in self-education.
- I firmly believe in the fundamental right to informed consent, empowering individuals to make choices aligned with their values and preferences.
- Recognizing the vital role of the father, I view them as an integral part of the birth team, contributing to the overall birthing experience.
- Embracing the entirety of pregnancy, labor, and delivery, I see each phase as a transformative journey that not only prepares you for parenthood but also strengthens the bond within your family.
- Above all, I have an unwavering belief in women’s innate ability to give birth. My mission is to instill trust in their bodies, empower them to care for themselves and their growing child, and guide them towards a positive birth experience.
In embracing The Bradley Method®, I am not just an instructor; I am a companion on your transformative journey. I am genuinely grateful to be a part of your lives during this extraordinary and special time.
TESTIMONIALS
“You were a great support to me Laura – I really think without you, I may have crumbled. I distinctly remember a few moments where I was thinking I was overwhelmed and then looking at your face while I held your arms and lunged and thinking now I can do this – just a bit longer…”
-Lorna
“I would absolutely recommend having a Doula to another expecting father. I was able to free up all my attention to my wife and give her as much support as I could provide, knowing that our Doula would intercede with the doctor and nurses on our behalf, knowing what we were wanting to do in terms of the use of drugs or pain relief. Laura was exceptionally helpful encouraging my wife and having her help with instructing more comfortable positions was so great.To be honest I didn’t think too much about the cost of the Doula, but after having our experience with her I would absolutely have no problem sending what we did, her presence at the birth and follow up is worth every penny.”
-Andrew