Why “Mycelia”?
A mycelial network runs quietly underground, connecting trees and passing nutrients through the forest so the whole ecosystem can grow and thrive together.
I named this practice after it because families deserve that kind of support: grounded, connected, and easy to lean on. Pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood were never meant to be navigated alone, and Mycelia Birth Co. is here to be one part of your network, so you feel supported, informed, and held as your family grows.
The values behind my care
Select any point in the network to see what that value actually looks like in practice, not just what it says on paper.
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I stay current with research and professional guidelines, and I’ll always tell you plainly when something is preference rather than fact — no folklore, no fear-based advice.
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My job is to make sure you have real information, in plain language, early enough to actually use it — not to hand you a decision already made.
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You are the expert on your body and your baby. I bring information and steady hands; you make the decisions, every time.
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Your time, your home, your body, your decisions, and your family are treated as yours. Every feeding method, birth setting, family structure, and parenting choice is welcome here. My role is to listen, respect your autonomy, and provide care without judgment or pressure.
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I move at your pace, explain before I act, and stay attentive to what feels safe for you — care that respects what you’ve already been through.
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I work alongside your midwife, OB, or pediatric team — never in place of them. Support layers on top of your existing care, it doesn’t compete with it.
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No one thrives alone. Part of my work is helping you find and lean on the wider network of people who can support your family, not just me.
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Every family belongs here, regardless of relationship structure, gender, feeding choice, or background. My care is the same for every family: warm and without judgment.
Meet Mady
Founder of Mycelia Birth Co.Mycelia Birth Co. grew from a belief that’s stayed with me through nearly a decade in healthcare. Everyone deserves steady, meaningful support through pregnancy, birth, and parenthood.
My experience in neonatal/pediatric intensive care and emergency care has shown me the difference it makes when someone listens, explains, and stays present. As a mother, I know that need for support reaches far beyond appointments and hospital rooms.
Whether you need information, practical help, or someone beside you as you explore your options, I’m here to support you. I offer nonjudgmental, evidence-informed support and hold space for your questions, your preferences, and whatever you’re feeling along the way.
More than anything, I want you to feel heard, respected, and supported. You don’t have to have it all figured out to reach out.
Mycelia Birth Co. offers non-clinical birth and family support, separate from my CNA scope of practice. I do not provide nursing or medical care through Mycelia Birth Co.
Certifications & Training
My training, my clinical background, and where each certification stands today.
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Birth & Family Support
Working Toward DONA Birth Doula Certification In Progress
DONA International
Working toward DONA International certification in continuous labor support and evidence-informed birth support.
Working Toward DONA Postpartum Doula Certification In Progress
DONA International
Working toward DONA International certification in postpartum support, newborn care, and family adjustment during the fourth trimester.
Working Toward the Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) Credential In Progress
Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice (ALPP)
Completed lactation counseling training through the Healthy Children Project and working toward CLC credentialing through ALPP.
Working Toward Certified Educator of Infant Massage (CEIM) In Progress
Infant Massage USA
Completed the Certified Educator of Infant Massage training through Infant Massage USA; currently completing the practical teaching and remaining certification requirements.
Clinical & Safety Background
Certified Nursing Assistant Certified
Pennsylvania & North Carolina
CNA in Pennsylvania since 2017 and North Carolina since 2026, with experience in pediatrics, NICU/PICU, and emergency departments.
AHA PEARS Provider Certified
American Heart Association
Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization certified.
AHA BLS Provider (Adult, Child and Infant) Certified
American Heart Association
Certified in Basic Life Support for adults, children, and infants.
Pediatric, NICU/PICU & Emergency Department Experience
Close to a decade of hands-on clinical experience supporting children and families in high-acuity settings.
I continue to invest in my education to provide the highest quality, evidence-informed care.
Ready to build your support team?
I’d love to hear about your family and talk through what kind of care would feel right.
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