Hi! I’m Julia.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and mother of four! Baby Steps Maine was born from the belief that new parents deserve better emotional and mental support throughout the postpartum period. I am passionate about helping moms and families welcome their new addition with as little stress as possible. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to birth, postpartum, or parenting choices. I am here to provide families with different ideas and information, and you get to trust your intuition as the parent. As a mother of four, I’ve been there, I get it, and I can help. I have a Masters Degree in Social Work and have also received advanced training in Maternal Mental Health from Postpartum Support International.

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My goal is to help you learn to navigate through the challenges, adjust to the changes, and find more ease and joy in motherhood.

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I’ve been there!

Becoming a new parent is a vulnerable period of transition and one where there is generally a lack of support. When my first child was born, I really knew nothing about babies. So little, in fact, that I remember having to YouTube, “how to change a diaper,” a few weeks before she was born. I felt like the hospital classes and the books I read prepared me for pregnancy and for delivery, but where was all the information on how to care for a baby and myself? Motherhood really rocked my world.

I was living in a new city without a support system with a colicky newborn and a traveling husband. I felt lonely, worried, and overwhelmed. I spent so much time reading, googling, and texting my few friends that had kids, only to find conflicting information everywhere. I needed direction, validation, and support.

Fast forward seven years and four kids later, that’s where I come in! Committed to making parenthood easier, I offer telehealth therapy and coaching for parents. No matter where you are in your life, if you are looking for a change, then you are in the right place.

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What People Are Saying

  • For the last seven years, Julia has been a pivotal, monumental constant in my postpartum journey. She is an excellent, active listener that always provides honest feedback. Her down-to-earth personality makes her approachable and easy to talk to — and with four kids, she can relate to almost all of my motherhood meltdowns!

    DESTINY

  • Julia is my go-to resource for all things parenting. I often ask myself, "What would Julia do in this situation?" which leads me to the most level-headed, solution-oriented-yet-human option possible in that moment. Julia is compassionate, honest, creative, and operates with a sense of humor that is so refreshing on this wild ride that is raising children.

    TAYLOR

  • Julia is the calm and reassurance that any new mom needs. From my fear of becoming a mom for the first time to breastfeeding/bottle feeding concerns to deciding to add another little one to our family, Julia has provided an abundance of advice and guidance through all of it. I am beyond fortunate to have Julia in my corner.

    CHELSEA

  • Julia genuinely cares about her clients and their well-being. Her pragmatic approach, coupled with a sense of humor, make her truly unique! After our time together, I feel confident and better prepared for whatever parenthood challenge is around the corner!

    MEGAN

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