Giovanna Otavalo
‘I’m an educator at heart and love working with families during this special time.’
Giovanna started her career supporting families as a preschool teacher in Northern Illinois. After 5.5 years in the classroom, she transitioned to higher education administration for two universities over the next 15 years. After the birth of her son, her passion and interest in the fourth trimester increased as she became aware of the gap in care for new parents. She became a birth and postpartum doula in 2014 and started serving families in the Chicagoland area under Tiny Tusks Doula. Her support has evolved to include virtual postpartum support across the US.
As an educator at heart, she is committed to continuing education to further develop her expertise. Her trainings include:
- Hypnobabies Doula
- Stillbirthday Doula
- Spinning Babies
A background in Early Childhood education also allows her to support parents during the first year with topics that include breastfeeding, introducing solids, sleeping challenges, and beyond!
When she is not at work, she can usually be found exploring local parks and trails with her son, training for endurance cycling races, or preparing for the next marathon! Her passions include trying out new recipes, cooking for her family, and incorporating fitness into her day.
