As a doula, I provide physical, emotional, and educational support before, during, and after the birth of your baby.

Cynthia (Cindy) Fargo, CD(DONA) Birth and Postpartum Doula serving Charlottesville, Virginia and the surrounding area

I am a companion, specifically trained to help you during pregnancy, be at your side when you give birth, stay with you through your labor, and then be available as you transition to life with your precious new baby.

My role is to encourage, educate, and be another set of (experienced) hands. I will be there to hear what you want and provide information, so you can make truly informed decisions.

I believe that pregnancy and childbirth can be the most profound event to occur in a woman’s life. It is where the physical, emotional, and spiritual all meet. I am convinced that this is a sacred time. For me, to serve as a “mother to the mother” is both an honor and a trust.

My Story

It was after the birth of my first daughter, Melissa, that I began to understand birth in a different way. After Melissa was born, I found myself ravenous to learn more about the birth process and soon found a mentor through my own childbirth teacher. She was an RN and certified Lamaze educator who taught… Continue reading My Story

Services

I provide a full range of birth services, including Antepartum, Birth, and Postpartum Doula services, as well as Childbirth Education and Sibling Support. In addition to each of these offerings (outlined below), you will have access to my extensive library of birth and parenting books. Some of the things my clients seem to appreciate may… Continue reading Services

The Process for Working Together

1st Client Meeting–Interview to comfortably At this meeting, we will essentially interview each other to see if we are a good fit. It is always my preference to have both mom and her partner at this meeting. I will tell you about my services and answer any questions or concerns you may have. We check… Continue reading The Process for Working Together

“Cindy gave me the loving and educational support I needed throughout my pregnancy and birth. She was wonderful, a guiding light on what to expect, helping me with each step of labor, birth, and postpartum. She was always there with just the right amount of information to support me through my journey. I felt totally taken care of at the right times, and she respected my need for privacy. Thank you, Cindy, for your doula-magic!”

Lilla, remembering the birth of Christian

“I had my first without a doula. Second with Cindy. I wish I had always had a doula. Cindy was always a step ahead and made it easy for me. I felt secure and I knew someone was my advocate for when I was in labor and didn’t have the energy to have a voice.”

Nary, remembering the birth of Hannah