"I felt heard and respected during the entire process. When it came time for delivery, she was a rock star! If you're pregnant, get yourself a doula. Better yet, get Lydia!"
~ Stephanie
"I struggled with tension in my shoulders and hips, and the deep poses gave me such a release. You will be so happy to have chosen Lydia as your yoga instructor."
​~ April
"My doula Lydia was right there to help me the whole time. She gave me breathing techniques and was just a HUGE support during labor (which I chose to do mostly at home)."
​~ Jessie  
"Lydia is an amazing yoga instructor. She is patient, kind, and all around an amazing person. You will absolutely love your experience with Lydia!"
​~Ashley​
My birth was not easy, and she was so encouraging and comforting during a time when I was scared and needed support. Thank you so much Lydia for providing space and time for my birth, and your mental and spiritual presence during that time was essential. You helped me advocate for myself in a time I didn't feel I was being heard and I will forever be grateful!" -Javelle S.​
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With Lydia there I was able to be fully present and by my wife’s side the entire time. Lydia was able to take pictures and make sure I was comfortable because I tend to get a little sick before our kids births, lol. The c-section begins and right before they were going to pull my son out Dr. Livingston asked if me and my wife were ready. She drops the blue drape, which was different then all our other births, and through the clear drape, I was able to witness my son enter the world. Both my wife and myself became very emotional. It was as if she birthed naturally. They immediately place our son on my wife for skin to skin. It felt real. To some it may not feel or seem like much but to us it meant a lot. It was such a great experience and I will remember it for the rest of my life.
                           -Alex Perez, husband to Mica Perez 
Functional
Yoga
It's not about the perfect pose. It's about health, wellness, alignment and flexibility ... and it's perfect for every stage of life!
"Mom's Warmth" by VinothChandar is licensed under CC BY 2.0
Caring
Doula
​Care, understanding, information and support
before, throughout, and after the birthing process.
Holistic
Wellness
Holistic health and wellness services designed to meet your unique needs.
Lydia Castaneda
Yogi, Doula & Wellness Coach
I believe with my whole heart that my call is to help people take hold and control of their health & wellbeing pre- and post-pregnancy ... to help them lead their families "
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