Welcome! My name is Ali Sugarman (She/Her). I’m a Full Spectrum Doula, Holistic Practitioner & Mama.
My purpose is assisting birthing people and their partners as they transition into parenthood by offering them the tools, information and support they need to achieve a positive, nurtured experience.
My holistic health background allows me to incorporate and honor the mind-body-spirit connection into my practice, while simultaneously respecting allopathic medicine and all it has to offer. Teaching mindfulness and the innate wisdom of the body is something I really enjoy sharing with my clients. Whatever your path and preferences, I am honored to be a part of the magic of this season.
I believe that birth is natural and normal and that our bodies are primed for it. That being said, birth is unpredictable and I aim to educate my clients about the numerous possibilities that could take place. My primary goal is to reduce fear and create safe, peaceful environments for the transition from womb to world.
Why did you become a doula?
I’ve always had a very nurturing presence and wanted to help others. When my dad suddenly passed when I was 20, I began to think about life, death, and my bigger purpose. I discovered Reiki and other holistic modalities and they served me immensely through my grief, processing, and re-centering during that vulnerable time. I moved to Colorado to pursue my dream of helping others do the same. The following years brought a shift that ultimately led me down the path of becoming a Doula. As I pursued my interest in working with and serving women, I attended my first birth and everything just “clicked” for me. I knew that this was what I was supposed to be doing–this is my work.
Outside of birth, I love live music, dancing, eating good food, being a snuggle bug and taking care of my plants. Being a part of nature, hiking and just BEING with the trees fills my cup. (Living in the mountains in Gilpin County offers bountiful opportunities for this!). I am passionate about developing a relationship with myself and practicing self care, which I bring into my doula work.
Kind Words from a First Time Mama
Ali was an incredible support for both my partner and I for the birth of our first baby. We found her childbirth education course to be informative and easy to navigate - we especially liked how it was self-paced to give us a chance to absorb all of the information. She helped us feel prepared for labor ahead of time and was super flexible when it came to scheduling appointments. During labor, she was a calming and reassuring presence, providing just the right amount of guidance while still very much allowing for a mother-led/undisturbed birth. She also attended and helped out at my Blessingway, which was incredibly special. We are so grateful for her!
Trainings, Education, and Affiliates
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Training with Nneka Hall Completed June 2022
