About Me...

My name is Cecilia Racine and I was born in Argentina but have lived in Washington, DC most of my life.  I have been working with pregnant women and their families for over ten years.   My career began as a social worker and has grown into my work as a doula.  

I have a Bachelor's in Sociology from Vassar College and a Masters in Social Work from Boston College and am licensed  in the state of Maryland.  I have been a  social worker  in a variety of settings,  from pre-natal clinics to hospitals.  This has been the foundation for my specialization in the field of maternal mental health.  In addition I have specialized in anxiety disorders and post-traumatic stress.

          Cecilia with Dylan W.

I was trained by DONA International and became a doula in 2004.  I have enjoyed working in a variety of settings throughout the region and have been fortunate to work with many wonderful families.   I use a variety of methods to comfort and support laboring women including massage, counter-pressure, hydrotherapy, heat/cold compresses, breathing exercises, visualizations, relaxation techniques, and position changes and am familiar with a variety of childbirth methods (ex, Bradley, Lamaze, and Hypnobirthing).