Welcome! I’m Parker.
Parker Chakales
Owner/Founder
I am a certified labor, postpartum, and infant care doula, a nationally certified Pilates instructor, and the mother of two wild boys.
I provide holistic support for women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period by combining doula support with Pilates-based movement.
My approach bridges the gap left by traditional medical care, offering emotional guidance, education, and physical recovery to empower women during this transformative time.
Through targeted exercises, I help address common issues like diastasis recti, pelvic floor dysfunction, and back pain, while fostering emotional well-being.
This integrated care supports mothers in building strength, healing, and confidence for a seamless and personalized experience.
My mission is to serve and empower perinatal women with a personalized combination of doula services, Pilates-based movement, and compassionate support throughout their journey into motherhood.
I strive to foster confidence and a sense of agency for my clients through advocacy, education, and movement. I support women and couples in becoming their own advocates, especially as they navigate the complexities of pregnancy and healthcare. I provide comprehensive education on a range of perinatal wellness topics so families can make informed decisions while also guiding them in cultivating a strong postpartum support network (their “village”). I facilitate fearless movement as a way to help the body prepare for, cope with, and heal from childbirth.
I provide continuous non-judgmental support throughout the perinatal period in a welcoming and inclusive environment that respects each person’s individual journey. I help women and families plan for birth and the postpartum period while connecting them with a variety of local and online resources. I offer ongoing text message support for questions and concerns regarding pregnancy, birth, newborn care, and more.
Training & Education
Education:
Bachelors of Science in Public Health (UNC Chapel Hill)
Masters of Science in Nutrition Education (American University)
Major Certifications:
ProDoula: Certified Labor Doula (CD-L)
ProDoula: Certified Postpartum & Infant Care Doula (CD-PIC)
Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT)
Balanced Body: Comprehensive Pilates Certification
Fusion Pilates: Pre- & Post-Natal Specialist
Core Exercise Solutions: Pregnancy & Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist (currently pursuing)
Additional Trainings:
Fusion Pilates: Healing Diastasis Recti
Postural Restoration Institute (PRI): Integration for Pilates