Hey there, I'm Iva.

My coolest titles are mommy, tia, sister and wife. 
For over a decade, I’ve been on a heart expanding journey, immersing myself in the wisdom of plant-based nutrition and the art of nourishing the body—especially during the sacred season of pregnancy & postpartum. I’ve been learning from some pretty cool teachers and mentors in birth work, herbalism, and holistic healing for six years and have practiced doula support, childbirth education, postpartum nourishment and so much more!

I’ve also embraced my role as a mother of four, navigating the profound loss of one of my children. This experience deepened my resolve to co-exist with grief and create spaces where others can find grief conscious support. A huge part of my healing happened because of community and women supporting me.

When I'm not teaching or working with others on their journeys, I like to read a good book/watch a good movie, explore my ancestors Spanish culture and wisdom or enjoy the sunshine outdoors. My husband and I love to teach our kids new recipes and were always cooking up loved and new vegan things in the kitchen.

I’m committed to continuous learning, always expanding my knowledge and refining my craft to offer support that honors the whole person - body, mind, and spirit. The heart of my work is rooted in the belief that true healing is holistic, inclusive, and deeply connected to our roots and that birth can embody all of this. In fact, I believe it can CHANGE THE WORLD if every birthing can experience birth this way and every postpartum person have access to WHOLE person recovery and nourishment.