About Root & Restore

Hi, I’m Laura Cuadrado, founder of Root & Restore Doula Care. I’m a community doula and certified therapeutic recreation specialist based in Roanoke, Virginia.

My work is rooted in the belief that birth and postpartum are transformative seasons that deserve care, preparation, and support. As both a recreation therapist and a doula, I integrate education, presence, and restorative practices to help families feel grounded and confident through change.

My approach blends the practical with the deeply personal — offering evidence-based guidance while honoring each family’s unique rhythm, needs, and values. Through Root & Restore, I strive to create space for families to feel informed, connected, and restored as they grow together.

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My Story

There are many doulas out there, but my approach is shaped by years of working in mental health as a recreational therapist. I’ve seen how birth experiences, especially when parents feel uncertain or unheard, can have lasting effects on a family’s well-being and confidence long after delivery.

When I prepared for the birth of my first child, I learned how easy it is to lose trust in yourself amid so many expert voices. My birth unfolded differently than I had planned, and I left the experience feeling disoriented and disconnected. With time and support, including from my doula, I began to process and heal.

When I prepared for my second birth, I carried those lessons with me. I trusted my body, leaned on my support system, and let the process unfold in a way that felt right for me. That experience helped me see how powerful it can be to feel both informed and supported, no matter how birth unfolds.

These two very different experiences, along with the many stories I’ve heard through my work as a therapist, have shaped the foundation of Root & Restore Doula Care. My goal is to help families feel grounded, supported, and confident — however their unique journey unfolds.

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