My Name is Rachele Macera, I am 30 years old, and I reside in West Branch, Michigan. I have the greatest husband, Austin, who has been by my side for 7 years now. He is the most supportive person I have ever known, and my biggest cheerleader always. We have 2 children, Lorraine and Barrett and hopefully more the come! Since I was a child, I have wanted to help people. Counseling has always been a passion of mine. After having my daughter, I knew I was meant for birth work. I have become obsessed with all things birth related. My daughter was born in the Fall of 2020, and I felt like life had failed to prepare me for all things birth related. I knew nothing about pregnancy, birth, or postpartum. I had dreamt for years about getting pregnant, and I wanted nothing more than to be a mom. When it finally happened, I felt so unprepared. I was confused why my friends on social media looked like they had it all together. How did they look so well rested after having a baby? How did they not have any problems with labor? How did they look so happy pregnant? How come their baby is latching and mine isn’t? It took me months, a supportive partner, and an amazing counselor to realize that I was normal. These are things that a lot of parents deal with, and I am here to tell you, that is okay! My mission is to support you through this beautiful journey by offering non-judgmental, non-prescriptive, compassionate support for all birth choices and all birthing people.  My goal is to help you have a positive birth experience, advocate for you and your preferences, and help you navigate all of your choices during pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, lactation, and parenting your baby. As a doula, I am dedicated to providing unwavering support and guidance, empowering you to embrace this transformative experience with confidence and reassurance.