Christy Goddard


Christy Goddard
Hi, I’m Christy,
I am a Postpartum Doula Newborn care specialist. I am a mother to 4 grown children, and I have over 25 years of experience with newborns and new families. I have always naturally been a caretaker of others, with a strong passion for helping new parents and new babies. I firmly believe that we were not meant to do motherhood alone.
I am honored to support new families before, during, and after the birth of their child. Every family’s needs are different, whether it’s a hot meal, a clean kitchen, a shower and a nap, a listening ear, help connecting to local resources, practical advice and instruction, a full night’s sleep, or simply a shoulder to cry on. I strive to provide non-judgmental support at all times, and I will support you in the choices you make for your own family based on your specific needs.
I love spending time with my family and with my hubby of 30+ years. We are still adjusting to live as empty nesters, and I truly miss the chaos of a full house. I was born and raised in Clark County, WA and have recently moved back after a few years in CA and OR. I enjoy the outdoors, being barefoot as often as possible, and meeting new people.
Experience
2018
Madriella Birth Doula Certified
2019
Madriella Postpartum Doula Certified
Massage for the Laboring Woman
Bloodborne Pathogens & Infection Control
Better Birth 360 World Summit
ICEA Birth Doula Training
Accupressure Comfort Measures
Maternal Mental Health 101
Newborn Care Solutions Foundational NCS
Awareness Conference Mental Health & Suicide
2020
Understanding Developmental Disabilities
Young Parent Support Specialist
Sleeposium 2020
2021
Breastfeeding for Doulas
Helping Your Fussy & Crying Baby
PD Network ACES training
2022
Red Cross CPR & First Aid renewal
Kitchen Herbs and Their Medicinal Properties
Herbalism: Essential Herbal Medicine
Other Occupational Experiences
Birth & Postpartum Doula 2018-present
Newborn Care Specialist 2019-present
Daycare Owner / Provider 2000-2015
Housemother @ Teen Mom Shelter 2021
Private Nanny 2020-2021
Senior Home Care 2012-2013
Office Manager 2015-2021
Administrative Accountant 2021-2022
VOLUNTEER:
Church Nursery Worker
Birth Doula
School
Portland Community College 1989
Clark College – Early Childhood Education 2012