From a young age, Nichole has had a penchant for the esoteric and for the well-being of others. Her wavy gravy, moody woody, whirly twirly path really started to take root, though, just after graduating with a BFA in Ceramics, when she was arranging 5 person parades and art shows at the local farmer’s market, seeking her own spiritual truths, and creating pottery from a heart led place. During this time she learned about the world of doulas. This little seed took almost 10 years to sprout, but when it finally did all of her other pursuits fell into place. These pages contain the garden that Nichole now tends.
A third generation Mexican – American, Nichole calls Rogers Park, Chicago her home, but knows in her heart that so are the crashing waves of California’s coast and the arid mountains of Spain.
Nichole and her partner welcomed their sweetly wild son on a pleasant summer evening in July of 2016 with the help of birthing center midwives & nurses, a Chicago Volunteer Birth Doula, and Nichole’s own mama. Stuff got real in that room, but also inescapably liminal. Through her journey over the bridge into motherhood Nichole observed the need for ritual during the childbearing year. Nichole’s own birth experiences are what water these wandering seeds.
Responsibly and respectfully using earth based spiritual practices Nichole has been creating sacred space in solitude and with groups for the last 15 years. Her journey has illuminated the fact that cultivating and nurturing a spiritual practice encourages vitally important personal growth and balance.
Credentials:
- Postpartum Doula Certification, Childbirth International, June 2025
- First Aid & CPR for Adults, Children & Infants, June 2024
- Mexican Birth Technologies & Rebozo History, Echeri International, November 2020 – January 2021
- Heart of Service: an Intuitive Tarot Immersion for Spirit Guided Service, Lindsay Mack, October 2020
- Lactation Educator training through CAPPA, June 2020
- Completed Postpartum Doula training through a DONA certified instructor, November 2015
- BFA in Studio Art, with a concentration in Ceramics, and a BA in Art Education, May, 2007
Testimonials
From the very beginning Nichole opened my eyes to new and wonderful connections that I hadn’t considered. I feel more centered in my being and to the world around me.
– Annie S. on Kindred Mamas
(Nichole) offered empathy and kindness and always found ways to support my experience and encourage me to take time for myself.”
– Katie P. on her Postpartum Support
My wife and I were so amazed by Nichole! We had a difficult and stressful birthing experience and after we brought our litte one home, Nichole brought a calm energy to our home. She provided excellent support that we really needed and set us up with advice and guidance that was truly appreciated.”
– Cory T. W. on his Postpartum Support
I would highly recommend working with Nichole to help bring a sense of community and calm preparedness on your journey into the next chapter as parents”
– Gretchen A. on her Birthingway Ceremony
Nichole was reassuring, offered guidance, and helped us feel more confident as we learned how to do everything. She has a way with babies and people alike!”
– Nikki L. on her Postpartum Support
Wandering Seeds 