Holistic Doula Care Rooted in Tradition
Your Doula Companion for Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond.
Founding Member of Roots4Change Coop
¡Hola! I am Matilde Cachiguango
Certified Doula & Community Health Worker
Integral Doula and Postpartum Doula, Community Health Promoter, and also an expert artisan from the Kichwa-Otavalo nation of Ecuador. Matilde emigrated to the United States in 2001 with her husband and two young daughters, with the dream of building a better life. In Wisconsin, the family grew with the birth of another daughter, further strengthening their family and cultural bonds.
As the owner of Sabiduría Nativa Kichwa, LLC and a founding member of Roots4Change Coop, Matilde has dedicated herself to promoting community health and well-being, particularly in the maternal and child health sector. Her work focuses on continuously learning and sharing her knowledge with the community and family, always honoring her ancestral roots from the great Kichwa nation.
Matilde is committed to education and empowerment for those who share a similar story to hers. Her goal is to inspire others to continue their education and fight for their dreams, showing that anything is possible, no matter the obstacles they may face.
Certifications and Experience
With over a decade of experience in healthcare and wellness, I bring a holistic approach to supporting women through pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum.
Certified Doula:
- Prenatal, Birth, and Postpartum Doula
- Lactation Consultant in Training
Additional Certifications:
- Mindful Birth Training
- Leadership Development and Community Health Worker
- Reproductive Health Education and Family Planning
- Health Promotion and Education
- Herbalism
- Biomagnetism
- Placental Health
Services
As a Doula fluent in English, Spanish, and Kichwa, I am uniquely positioned to connect with families from diverse cultural backgrounds. Language barriers can often lead to misunderstandings and anxiety during such a vulnerable time. By being able to communicate effectively in multiple languages, I can ensure that families feel heard, understood, and empowered. This cultural sensitivity allows me to provide compassionate and culturally appropriate support, fostering a deeper connection and trust between us.
Prenatal Care & Education
- Personalized prenatal visits to address your questions and concerns
- Comprehensive education on pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and postpartum care
- Guidance on nutrition, exercise, and relaxation techniques
- Support in navigating the healthcare system and making informed decisions
Labor Support
- Continuous emotional and physical support during labor and delivery
- Natural comfort techniques, including massage, breathing, and positioning
- Evidence-based comfort measures and pain management techniques
- Advocacy for your preferences with the medical team
- A calm and reassuring presence to help you navigate the birthing process
Postpartum Care
- Assistance with breastfeeding and newborn care
- Emotional support and guidance during the transition to motherhood
- Practical advice for self-care and physical recovery
- Help in establishing a strong bond with your baby
Medicinal Herbs for Pregnancy
Teas and natural remedies:
- Teas to relieve nausea, improve digestion or relax
- Safe herbal mixtures to prepare the body for childbirth
Herbal baths:
- Relaxing baths with herbs to reduce stress and care for the skin
- Postpartum steam baths for uterine care and emotional recovery
Herbal compresses and ointments:
- Application of hot compresses with herbs to relieve tension or inflammation
- Homemade ointments to care for nipples, stretch marks or scars
- Workshops or educational sessions (optional)
- Group or individual classes on how to use the rebozo and prepare herbal remedies at home
Community Health Worker
- Health education: Workshops on health issues, leadership
- Link to community resources: Referrals to clinics, assistance programs, and social services. Help with health insurance or Medicaid paperwork, if necessary
- Cultural and linguistic support: Advocate for the needs of families in a culturally sensitive context
- Home visits: Personalized support to evaluate and address specific needs of clients
Cultural & Spiritual Guidance
- Incorporation of traditional Kichwa birthing practices into your birth plan
- Spiritual support and guidance to help you connect with your inner strength
- Rituals and ceremonies to honor the sacredness of childbirth
- A safe and nurturing space for you to explore your spiritual beliefs
Therapeutic & Cultural use of the Rebozo
Techniques for using the rebozo during pregnancy:
- Use of the rebozo to relieve common discomforts (lower back pain, hip tension, etc.)
- Gentle movements to accommodate the baby in an optimal position for delivery
Rebozo during labor:
- Techniques to relieve pain naturally during contractions
- Helps with positions that promote a more comfortable and fluid birth
Rebozo in the postpartum:
- Support in the recovery of the pelvic floor and abdomen with the technique of closing the hips (this technique can be applied to any woman who feels that her womb is sagging)
- Techniques with the rebozo to remove the coldness of the body or the fear
The Wuataska ritual of ending the motherhood cycle:
The Wataska is a ritual to close the completion of the motherhood cycle. The Wuataska, (also known as Wataska or Wataksa), is a traditional Andean ritual that aims to seal a pact of unity, commitment, and harmony between families, communities or with nature itself. It is especially common in the indigenous worldview of the Andes, where everything has a spiritual meaning and is related to reciprocity (ayni). It is done with sheets or shawls, herbal exfoliations and is completed with a plant bath
