Doulas

I bring a lens of embodiment to all of my offerings as a childbirth educator, postpartum Ayurveda doula, community facilitator, and ritualist. It is my belief that birth happens in the body, not the mind and when a newborn baby arrives, as does a newly born parent. Through ritual, yoga, evidenced-based education, art, and community care, my services weave together body, mind, and soul for all birthing parents. Accessibility and inclusivity are at the heart of Embodied Remembrance. My work is trauma-informed, gender affirming, and body positive. All of my services are offered at a sliding scale.

If you're interested in birth doula services, prenatal breastfeeding workshops, or lactation care, you've come to the right place. I have helped over a hundred new parents navigate their breastfeeding challenges and have been teaching group breastfeeding workshops for the last three years. I am thrilled to announce that in the Winter of 2024, I have expanded my services to be a birth doula! I offer prenatal and postpartum support in addition to being with you every step of the way during your labor and birth. Let's connect and explore how I can assist you on this journey!

Hi, I’m Melissa Reitman — mom to three fabulous grown kids and a passionate advocate for holistic healing through every stage of womanhood, from pregnancy to postpartum and beyond. My fascination with the body and birth began early in life and, over 30 years into my career, that passion is stronger than ever. In June 2021, I founded One on One Wellness, a physical therapy practice focused on personalized, integrative care. I specialize in supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, perimenopause, and menopause, with a deep belief that healing happens when we treat the whole person — mind, body, soul, and spirit. Whether I’m helping clients prepare for labor, recover after birth, or navigate the complex transitions of hormonal change, my goal is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care that empowers women to feel strong, supported, and heard. When I’m not geeking out on a birth podcast or diving into another women’s health course, you’ll find me reading, hiking, paddle boarding, camping, cross-country skiing, or hanging out with my family and our 4-pound therapy dog, Cholula.