Birth Strong Doula & Lactation Services
Birth Services
Do you feel like you are stuck in Central South Dakota without pregnancy, birth, & lactation support options? I am happy to serve Huron, Mitchell, and Brookings, South Dakota, to bring support to your underserved area!
As a caring Birth Doula, I strive to provide the emotional, educational and physical support you need during pregnancy, labor and post partum. Whether you’re interested in a birthing class, labor support or breastfeeding advice, I’m here for you.
Birth Strong Doula’s mission is to enhance the overall birth and postpartum experience of our clients by providing personalized care, non-judgmental support, and professional services.
Meet Alissa Crandall
Hello, I'm Alissa, owner and birth professional of Birth Strong Doula Services. My passion has evolved from the natural tendencies of caring for and supporting others, to offering assistance to families during one of the most life-changing experiences.
As the mother of 4 children (and 3 babies in heaven), I have grown through the challenges of parenting, as well as, the incredible births of my children. I wished I had more labor/birth support with my own births. It was then that I decided to focus my energy on exploring a career in becoming a professional birth worker. In 2018, I found a professional doula training. I have since trained and certified with several organizations in the birthing world and pride myself in continuing my education. I trained and work through the Brookings hospital and enjoy serving families in Central South Dakota.
The best part of being a birth professional is witnessing the growth in confidence as a family learns their choices, build their ideal birth team, and achieve a positive birthing experience. It is truly heartwarming being asked to follow a family's journey and seeing their love grow as they welcome a new little life into the world.
In my spare time I enjoy photography, baking, kayaking, star gazing, and traveling.
Alissa spent the first year after training as a volunteer doula in the Brookings health system to further educate herself. She has attended 60+ births. Education is a huge priority to her, and her business practices and you’ll notice below even more of her qualifications.
CERTIFICATIONS/TRAININGS:
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Certified Lactation Counselor (2022-present)
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Certified Pre-natal/Post-natal Yoga Instructor (March 2020 - Present)
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Attended a Spinning Babies Workshop (2020)
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DONA trained Doula (2018)
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Active member of Evidence Based Birth
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CPI Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula
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GentleBirth Instructor (Feb. 2021)
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Spinning Babies®️ Certified Parent Educator (July 2021- present)
EXPERIENCE:
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Unmedicated vaginal births
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Medicated vaginal births
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Hospital birth
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Home Birth
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First-time parents and those of subsequent pregnancies
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Waterbirth
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Cesarean (c-section) births
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VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean)
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Inductions
COMING SOON:
I am a full-time student Certified Professional Midwife (SPM)
As an experienced Birth Doula working in Central South Dakota since 2018, I offer personalized birthing support. My goal is to give you and your family the attention and knowledge you need to make informed decisions about your pregnancy, labor process, and during your postpartum recovery. To learn more about the services that I offer, please scroll down this page, or PRESS the word CONTACT ME below.
Services
What I Offer
Prenatal Visits
Informative and Compassionate
I take on a limited number of clients at any one time to make sure I can give you the full care and attention you deserve. By offering prenatal visits, my goal is to reduce your stress, understand the kind of birth you desire, and help you to pay attention to your body and your baby.
Birthing Support
With my Birthing Support, I offer support to you and your family before, during and after birth. I am here to provide you unparalleled, judgement-free support for any kind of birth. I will stay in close contact in order to help you navigate your entire journey, from pregnancy through the first 4 weeks of your postpartum and lactation journey.
Postpartum Support
Here for You
Pregnancy, birth and the early days of child rearing can be very scary and stressful. My role with my Postpartum Support service is to ensure you get the best information and care possible. There is no need to go this alone. I will be there offering support.
Lactation Support
Here for You
Breast/chest feeding support to assess and guide you through possible hurdles in the early days postpartum can be stressful. My role with my Postpartum Lactation Support service is to ensure you get the best information and care possible. I will be there offering support.
Prenatal Yoga
Gentle and Compassionate
I offer a weekly gentle yoga sessions every Tuesday evening from 7:15pm-8:15 at Faith Family Chiropractic, in Huron, SD, unless posted otherwise on by Birth Strong Facebook page.
I keep the class sizes small to make sure I can give you the full care and attention you deserve. By offering Prenatal Yoga, my goal is to reduce stress, allowing you to pay attention to your body and your baby.
Testimonial:
Alissa,
Thank you so much for putting your time and heart into helping my pregnancy & labor as good as it could be! We are glad we chose you :)
Love, Nicole & Cameron
Alissa Crandall
Get in touch to learn more about my services.
Huron, SD 57350, USA
6054618239
