The path to motherhood isn’t always straight. Sometimes it winds, climbs, and circles back before moving forward again. I know this because I’ve walked it myself, with hope, with heartache, with joy, and with questions that didn’t always have clear answers.
I’m Desirée, a maternal and pediatric occupational therapist, and a mother to a spirited toddler who teaches me new things every day. Audrey’s Nest was born from my own journey, one shaped by the pain and uncertainty of endometriosis and PCOS, the healing power of holistic wellness, and the surprising grace of an unexpected pregnancy.
But even after I conceived, the road didn’t smooth out. I went through a long labor that ended in an unplanned C-section. I carried the weight of birth trauma, postpartum depression and anxiety. I know what it’s like to feel overjoyed and overwhelmed at the same time. I know what it’s like to feel alone, even when surrounded by love.
That’s why I created Audrey’s Nest, not just as a business, but as the kind of support I wish I had. A place where every part of the motherhood journey is honored. The early longings and quiet hopes. The fertility challenges that test our patience and spirit. The transitions into pregnancy, birth, and postpartum that rarely follow a script. The moments of doubt, the waves of emotion, the healing, physical, emotional, and spiritual that often takes far longer than anyone expects.
At Audrey’s Nest, I walk alongside women at every stage, from preconception to postpartum, with a whole-person approach rooted in both clinical expertise and compassionate care. As an occupational therapist with advanced training in infant massage, lactation, pelvic floor recovery, and energy healing, I blend evidence-based therapy with holistic practices, bringing together science, intuition, and lived experience to hold space for you as you navigate your own unique path.
No two motherhood stories are the same. Whether you’re facing fertility hurdles, healing after birth, or learning how to trust yourself in a brand new role, I’m here to remind you:
You’re not alone. You’re doing better than you think.
And you deserve to feel supported every step of the way.
Welcome to Audrey’s Nest. I’m so glad you’re here.
Meet Desirée
A Legacy of Nurturing
Rooted in Personal Experience
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
• California State University Northridge Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
• Loma Linda University Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
LICENSE & CREDENTIALS
• Registered and Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)
• Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise Specialist (PCES)
• Certified Educator of Infant Massage (CEIM)
ADDITIONAL TRAINING
• Bodywork for Babies with Lauren Brim (2024)
• Lactation Educator through UC San Diego (2023)
• Reiki Master Certified (2021)
Who's Audrey?
Audrey is my paternal grandmother and the heart behind Audrey’s Nest. After migrating from Louisiana to South Central Los Angeles, she opened her home to care for neighborhood children, creating a safe, nurturing space for mothers to leave their little ones while they worked.
Audrey also bravely battled ovarian cancer. Her strength, warmth, and legacy of community care continue to inspire this work. Audrey’s Nest is named in her honor, a tribute to the love she gave and the generations she uplifted.
What Sets Us Apart
🌿 Clinical Knowledge with a Holistic Heart
Audrey’s Nest blends evidence-based maternal support with nurturing holistic methods. Our care is rooted in clinical understanding while honoring the emotional, and spiritual journey of motherhood.
🧘 Whole-Person, Whole-Journey Care
We don’t just address symptoms we honor every part of you. From body alignment to emotional regulation, we nourish your full experience through fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum.
🤍 Personalized Driven Support
You are not a number here. Every mother’s story is different, and we take the time to understand yours. Every plan, every session, is tailored specifically to where you are and where you’re growing.
Contact Us
Whether you’re preparing for pregnancy, navigating postpartum healing, or simply exploring ways to feel more supported, I’m here to walk beside you. Reach out if you’d like to learn more about my services, schedule a session, or ask any questions. Your journey matters and it’s an honor to support you through it.