Name: Rebecca Duerr

Website http://www.MindfulFamilyWellness.com

Email info@MindfulFamilyWellness.com

Phone (704) 775-9300

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MindfulFamilyWellnessLLC/

Short bio:

Rebecca Duerr is an Integrative and Functional Certified Nutrition Specialist, Certified Doula, Placenta Specialist, Evidence Based Birth® Instructor and Certified Hypnobirth® Instinctual Childbirth Educator and Facilitator in Mooresville, NC. Rebecca specializes in working with women who would like to naturally improve their health, increase their fertility, have a positive natural pregnancy and birth experience and have a happy and relaxing postpartum period to enjoy their new baby. She gives women the support they need to have the personal life, pregnancy experience, and family life that they have always wanted and deserve.
 
Rebecca’s passion for helping women reach their health goals developed from her own experiences with pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.  Her oldest daughter was born at home after a healthy pregnancy and her twin daughters were born naturally at a maternity center after another healthy pregnancy. She was able to use therapeutic foods as well as get the support she needed to have the pregnancies and births that she always imagined having. There is a lack of support for women who want to reach and maintain their optimal health before, during and after their pregnancy. Rebecca is that support. Her experiences, education and passion to help women during a time that can feel stressful, lonely and full of guessing games can lead to a more calm, fulfilling and satisfying motherhood.

Rebecca has a Master's of Science in Nutrition and Integrative Health from the Maryland University of Integrative Health (MS).  She has her Certificate of Nutrition Specialist (CNS). She is also a CAPPA certified labor doula (CLD) and APPA Certified Placenta Specialist, Evidence Based Birth® Instructor and Certified Hypnobirthing® educator. 

Services offered:

Labor Doula

Sibling Doula

Hypnobirth® Childbirth Education

Evidence Based Birth® Instruction

Postpartum Doula

Nutrition Counseling

Placenta Processing

Trainings/Certifications:

Certified CAPPA Doula

APPA Certified Placenta Specialist

Masters of Science in Nutrition and Integrative Health

Certified Nutrition Specialist

Spinning Babies® Trained

Rebozo Trained
Hypnobirthing® Certification

Evidence Based Birth® Instruction

Areas/hospitals served:

Serving Mooresville and the surrounding area, up to an hour drive.

Name: Kaitlyn Foster and Suzanne Wentworth 

Website: https://queencitydoulas.com

Email:info@queencitydoulas.com

Instagram:@queencitydoulas.nc

Phone:(704) 268-9194

The Queen City Doulas Mother-Daughter Team:

Kaitlyn Foster, RN, PNP, is the heart and soul behind Queen City Doulas and her mother, Suzanne Wentworth, RN, MPH, is the inspiration. Kaitlyn learned much of what she knows from her. Kaitlyn spent countless hours learning from and working with her mother caring for postpartum women.

Kaitlyn developed a deep understanding of postpartum care and breastfeeding support from a young age. Suzanne works with Queen City Doulas as an expert doula and lactation consultant and remains the inspiration behind everything we do.

Description of services offered:

Overnight Newborn Care: Sleep while we take care of everything else. Your doula will handle your newborns overnight care so that you can wake up refreshed 

Daytime Doula Care: Our postpartum doulas handle everything from baby care to household chores 

Sibling Doula: We've got the big kids covered too, making sure they feel just as special and care for as their new sibling 

Newborn Care Classes: Tailored to your family, learn all about your baby with a private newborn care class in the comfort of your own home. 

Breastfeeding Help: Breastfeeding support tailored to your family's needs. Work with our experts to set up a breastfeeding plan that works for both you and your baby. 

Areas/hospitals served:

Charlotte, Fort Mill, Rock Hill, Weddington, Waxhaw, Concord, Huntersville, Pineville, Matthews, Indian Land, Providence, Belmont 

Trainings/Certifications:

All of our doulas are CPR certified, have completed a background check, and have extensive experience in their fields with relevant certifications. 

Name: Brooke Hickman

Website: www.lkndoula.com

Email: brooke@lkndoula.com

Phone: 704-202-7334

Facebook: www.facebook.com/lakenormandoula

Instagram: @lakenormandoula

Short bio:

Hi! I'm Brooke. I'm a wife & mother of two. I'm an Ohio native, but have called North Carolina home since high school. During the birth of my first child in 2016, I felt so informed, supported, and empowered even though things didn't quite go according to plan. I realized a lot of families aren't able to reflect positively on their birthing experience, and this burdened my heart to become a birth doula. I believe every family deserves to be seen, heard, and supported, no matter their birth preferences.

I have worked in a variety of capacities before arriving in the birth world. I studied Exercise Science in college, where I learned the amazing things our bodies are capable of. I've worked as an exercise physiologist in cardiac rehab, and as a wellness coach in a hospital setting. I've worked specifically with women, people with high blood pressure, diabetes, as well as the general population. I was also in full-time ministry, working with college students and teenagers. In that capacity, I learned to meet people where they're at, to comfort and to hold space for someone. These experiences brought me to a new understanding of wholeness - body, mind, and spirit. This set me up perfectly to team up alongside families in their birth journeys.

Being invited into a birth space is not something I take lightly, and supporting families throughout this adventure is my passion and calling. It would be my honor and privilege to serve you in this important season of life.


Description of services offered:

Birth Doula Services

Pre/Postnatal Exercise & Wellness Support

Birth Photography (currently for doula clients only)

Trainings and Certifications:

Birth Arts International Training - 2017

Spinning Babies Training - 2018

Stillbirthday Training - 2019

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science - 2013

ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist - 2013

Areas/hospitals served: I support births at hospitals/birth centers and homes within a 55 mile radius of my home in Statesville, NC.

Name: Michelle Hunnicutt

Website: www.masegodoulacare.com

Email: masegodoula@aol.com

Phone: (980)263-4782 or (980) 939-2711

Short bio: I attended the illustrious HBCU North Carolina Central University in Durham NC, where I received a Social Work degree. I have been married for 25 years to my college sweetheart AC Hunnicutt Jr. We have 3 beautiful children, Alton III 24, Lailah 20, and Logen 15. I am based in Charlotte NC and the surrounding area as a Labor and Birth Doula and Postpartum Doula.

I have always had a passion for seeing new life come into the world and working with soon to be mothers, but it became even more prevalent after the horrific birth experience of my son 24 years ago. The experience let me know that doulas were needed as advocates for families, to educate them in knowing you have a voice and a choice in how you will deliver your baby. My son and I suffered greatly which caused him to have growth delays and a long stay in the NICU. If only I had a doula to speak and guide me through my birth process early we may not have encountered that bad experience.

Description of services offered:

I provide mothers and partners with a holistic, birth their way experience, focusing on a safe birth for mom and baby. I specialize in home births, Inductions, VBAC, planned cesareans, natural births, and supporting first-time parents throughout the pregnancy from conception to birth. I work with mothers on using the CUB as a birthing method.

I also offer sibling doula services while mom is recovering.

I LOVE MY LGBTQA community and I would absolutely love the opportunity to work with the families in Charlotte NC, and the surrounding area.

Areas/hospitals served:

-All NOVANT HEALTH PRESBYTERIAN MEDICAL CENTERS *NOVANT HEALTHCARE GREEN SECURITY IS CURRENT *NOVANT HEALTH O/R CERTIFIED

-ATRIUM HEALTH CAROLINAS MEDICAL CENTER

Name: Debbie Conklin

Website: yourbirthmattersdoulaservices.com

Email:      yourbirthmattersdoula@gmail.com

Phone:             704-763-1371

Facebook: @yourbirthmattersdoula

Short bio:  

My name is Debbie, mom to 5 adult children, and an ever increasing number of precious grand kids. When I discovered what a doula is, I knew I had found my lifelong calling. It was then that I decided to get certified as a labor doula. What a wonderful journey it has been.

It is my great honor to be welcomed into the sacred place of expectant families as they bring their precious babies earth side! I am by nature nurturing and compassionate. It is my belief that every woman should have the continual, non-judgemental support of a doula. I feel strongly that as a doula, it is my responsibility to stay current on evidence based research and continuing education. I remind all my clients that “this is your birth!”

It doesn’t matter if it is a hospital, birth center, or homebirth, first or tenth baby, belly birth or vaginal, completely unmedicated, epidural, or somewhere in between. There is no correct way to give birth. Each birth is unique, and my support is tailored accordingly.  My goal is that no matter how a woman chooses to give birth, she does so feeling respected, supported, informed, and confident.

Description of services offered:

Labor & birth doula

Training/Certification:

CAPPA trained and certified labor doula

Spinning Babies

Areas/hospitals served:

I serve all hospitals from Rock Hill to Winston Salem, birth centers, and home births with midwife present.

Name: Tashona Winslow

Website: viumbewellness.com

Email: viumbewellness@gmail.com

Phone: 704.642.9435

Instagram @viumbebirthandwellness

Twitter @ViumbeW

Facebook @ViumbeWellness

Short bio:

Hello! My name is Tashona. I was born in sunny Florida and raised in the wonderful state of North Carolina. As a 10 year military spouse I've moved many, many times and am thrilled to have landed back at home in North Carolina. My family includes my husband of over 20 wonderful years and our four amazing children. We live right outside of Charlotte in Midland, NC and love being out of the busy-ness of the city but close enough to the city to do the cool stuff. Outside of work I enjoy creating lifelong family memories, attempting all types of DIY crafts and projects (and sometimes actually completing them), fine tuning my green thumb, and learning from and sharing with women from every generation across all walks of life.

My heart for serving women gave birth to Viumbe Birth and Wellness, LLC. I believe strongly that I was created to help, serve, and care for others so that they can fully do what they were created to do. After becoming a licensed massage therapist in 2013 and specializing in women's wellness, my passion for the prenatal period led me down the path of becoming certified in Fertility Massage (for both partners), Prenatal, Labor, and Postpartum Massage, and Infant Massage instruction. These massage certifications are what introduced me to birth work and now I can't imagine doing anything else. I took my first doula training with DONA International in 2014 and a second with The Birth Well in 2016. In an effort to support as many growing families as I can I've added childbirth education, placenta encapsulation and a handful of other offerings to the services I provide. I enjoy building relationships with not only my clients but also other professionals and am happy to connect the two when needed.

Enough about me, I want to hear about you. Pregnancy is such a special time and birth is such a special event in your life, your baby's life, and your family's life. The way you experience it will create a ripple effect in your life. I would be honored to support you through it and help you create a positive ripple... whether you're planning a home, birth center, or hospital birth it should be a birth you recall with all the good feels for years and years. So, what excites you? What concerns you? I hope to hear from you so that we can discuss how I can best support you.

Description of services offered:

Massage Therapy (Before, during, and after pregnancy)

Birth and Postpartum Doula

Childbirth Education

Placenta Encapsulation

Placenta Encapsulation Training

Henna Body Art

Areas/hospitals serve:

I serve YOU at whatever birth location you choose... your home, birth center, or hospital

Trainings/Certifications:

Birth Doula

Licensed Massage Therapist Certified in many Perinatal therapies

SpinningBabies® Aware Practitioner

The Body Ready Method Pro

Arvigo® Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapist

Placenta Encapsulation Specialist

Placenta Encapsulation Trainer

Childbirth Educator

AABC Certified Birth Assistant

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Provider

CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers Certified

Name: Ally Raven

Website: https://www.allyravendoula.com/

Email: allysonaraven@gmail.com

Phone: 919-621-0173

Facebook: @AllyRavenDoulaServicesLLC

Instagram: @allythedoula

Short bio:

I’m Ally, birth doula in Charlotte, NC. I am a wife and mommy to two beautiful babies. You’ll almost always find me hanging out with my family, my pup, and my plants (the ones I’ve managed to keep alive anyway). I love iced coffee no matter the weather, weight lifting, and baking. I believe laughter is the best medicine, and family is the most important thing in life.

I became a doula to be a support person and advocate for mothers-to-be, and empower them to stand up for themselves during childbirth and throughout their entire pregnancy. I have a passion for helping women realize their strength through pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding.

While working with me, you will get education and support throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. I provide unwavering care and support through your entire labor and childbirth process, and will answer questions, hold space, and help you realize your own strength.

With me as your doula, I’ll be your birth bestie, your hype girl, and most importantly, your advocate.

Description of services offered:

Birth/Labor Doula

Lactation support and education

Childbirth Education

Areas/hospitals served:

I serve expecting parents within a 65 mile radius of Mooresville, NC. This includes all of Charlotte, Huntersville, Concord, Mooresville, Lake Norman, Statesville, and more. Whether you are birthing at home, a birthing center, or a hospital, I will be there supporting you!

Trainings/Certifications:

Certified Birth Doula through International Doula Institute

Certified Breastfeeding Counselor

Childbirth Educator

Name: Galia Lapidot-Boaz

Website: mamaleclt.com

Email: galia@mamaleclt.com

Phone: 704 - 6410048

Social Media: Facebook and Instagram

Short bio: Galia is a wife, mother of three, an early childhood educator who has worked for the past 21 years in different preschool settings of infant /toddler rooms, and a CAPPA certified postpartum doula.

Accompanying a close friend during her postpartum days made Galia realize that many new parents in the Charlotte area may lack the opportunity to have an empathetic, non judgmental, supportive individual present during that first crucial period. That resulted in her career change.

Her professional knowledge and experience in early childhood education, professional training in postpartum care and support, makes her the perfect person for you to have by your side after bringing home your baby.

Description of services offered:

*Mother and family care - Helping struggling mothers and families in the early days and weeks of having a newborn. My first priority is to hold the mom, when everyone else wants to hold the baby. Helping her heal and rest while providing emotional support, newborn care, light household keeping and nourishment for the whole family. *Postpartum belly binding *Meal prep

Areas served: Greater Charlotte area

Trainings/Certifications:

*CAPPA Certified Postpartum Doula

*CPR - American heart association

*SIDS- NC DCDEE

*Maternal mental health certification- Postpartum Support International.

*Postpartum belly binding (bengkung)

Name: Jessica Beaty

Website: www.rootswellnessbyjb.com

Email: info@rootswellnessbyjb.com

Phone: 205-344-1507

Instagram: @rootswellnessbyjb

Facebook: @rootswellness

Short bio:

Greetings! I’m Jessica, a fertility coach, prenatal and birth doula, and a 200-hr RYT, perinatal yoga instructor, fertility coach, and postpartum doula.

I welcome the opportunity to guide you through movement practices that support your body before, during, and after childbirth.

I recognize that every pregnancy is unique and that your birth experience should reflect decisions that are best for you with the support of evidence-based support methods and modalities. I also support birthing persons in the available resources and theories that help support your decision-making processes as you progress through one of the most transformational phases of life. I believe that you should be well-informed of all of the decisions involved in supporting the entrance of a new life into this world.

I am confident that I can support you and your family through the journey of childbirth and early motherhood, with calming, relaxing, and personal practices rooted in holistic practices – including aromatherapy, herbs, movement, meditation, and breathing practices.

Please feel free to visit my website: www.rootswellnessbyjb.com

I am excited to serve you and your family in an unforgettable experience!

Description of services offered: Yoga, Perinatal Yoga, Perinatal Exercise Specialist, Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Fertility Coach

Areas/hospitals served: Charlotte and Metro areas

Trainings/Certifications:

Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, 200-hr RYT Yoga, 85-hour prenatal yoga instructor, AFPA Prenatal and Postnatal Exercise Specialist, AFPA Holistic Nutrition Coach

Name: Raquel Dills

Website:    Sunflowerwithin.com       

Email:        Raquelsunflower@gmail.com         

Phone:         8039848576    

Facebook:        Sunflowerwithin-yoga

Instagram.com/Sunflowerwithin

Bio:

 I am a very caring and compassionate person and feel that I have the natural ability  to help mom/pregnant/person remain calm stressful situations, especially labor. To me my believe about Birth is that we are not here to suffer although there is some pain associated with birth I Pride myself in the fact, that I can help a pregnant person stay calm through the laboring process  and have the ability to be daddy‘s wing man as I like to call it for a father to be.  Also other  qualifications that you may find interesting for the process of choosing me as your Doula is that I am a yoga teacher and can help with some gentle stretching and hip openers that you would help for the Time of birth.

Also I am a certified Reflexologist and do presser points along the body especially you hands and feet, its a natural induction process that I have create and have saved  over 30 women )(I loss count)from using Pitocin which if you did not know Pitocin rushes labor very quickly and brings the contractions on very strong. Also breast-feeding consultant, postpartum anywhere from 2visits or more after labor for support. Most of all I love being the guild to helping empower yourself giving your the emotional and physical  support for your choices for you and your family especially your birth experience and of course sweet baby.  YOU CAN DO THIS so Have the support you need.

Areas/hospitals served:
Charlottes rock Hill Gastonia Lancaster Indian land

Trainings/Certifications:

Wise community  doula training 

Certified  Prenatal yoga  

 Reiki  practitioner 

 Certified reflexologists 

 Breast-feeding consultant 

 Wellness coach 

 Life coach 

Services Offered:

Package #1

Labor and delivery

Two prenatal visits 

The first prenatal visit can last anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour

The second visit last two hours

Note the second visit is done towards the end

(2)45 minutes yoga sessions

Complementary 15 minutes reflexology session 

One postpartum visit 90 min

Package #2   

Labor and delivery

Two prenatal visits 

The first prenatal visit can last anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour

The second visit last two hours

Note (the second visit is done towards the end)

(2)45 minutes yoga sessions

Complementary 15 minutes reflexology session 

(2) postpartum visit 90 min 

Natural induction and if some reason you don’t need it we have a postpartum visit a little bit longer. 

Natural induction fee on its own is $165

Package # 3                              

Labor and delivery

Two prenatal visits 

The first prenatal visit can last anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour

The second visit last two hours

Note (the second visit is done towards the end)

(2)45 minutes yoga sessions

Complementary 15 minutes reflexology session 

(2) postpartum visit 90 min 

Natural induction and if some reason you don’t need it we have a postpartum visit a little bit longer. 

2 reflexology session’s 

Natural induction fee on its own is $165 

Package #4                 
Labor and delivery

Two prenatal visits 

The first prenatal visit can last anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour

The second visit last two hours

Note (the second visit is done towards the end)

(4) 45 minutes yoga sessions

Complementary 15 minutes reflexology session 

(2) postpartum visit 90 min 

Natural induction and if some reason you don’t need it we have a postpartum visit a little bit longer. 

2 reflexology session’s during pregnancy( note this is not for the first trimester as for reflexology is not allowed) 

Natural induction fee on its own is $165

Last minute birth $Estimate  upon discussion

Name: Rachel Kiser

Redefined Doula LLC

Website: www.redefineddoula.com

Email: rachel@redefineddoula.com

Phone: 704-830-4928

Facebook: @RedefinedDoula

Instagram: @RedefinedDoula

Short bio: Hi! I'm Rachel, a birth and postpartum doula. I received my training through DONA International and after working as a nanny for over two years, specializing in long term childcare. It was during this time I decided to continue my journey by becoming a doula to assist families during one of the most exciting times of their lives.

In my free time you can find me at a local coffee shop or in my art studio. I also love yoga and hope to one day use it to teach prenatal and postpartum women to learn to love their new bodies.

Since starting doula work, my hope for our community has become much clearer. My hope is to use all my training, experience, and passion to help you throughout this new journey. With evidenced-based work and my heart connected to your experience, I will work hard to create a nurturing community I believe we all need in order to redefine our birth and postpartum period.

Description of services offered:

Labor and birth doula support, postpartum doula support, and sibling doula support

Areas/hospitals served: I serve in Belmont, Denver, Lincolnton, Mooresville, Huntersville, Statesville, Cornelius, Newton, Gastonia, Mount Holly, Kannapolis, Concord, Pineville, Charlotte, Fort Mill, Indian Trail, Monroe, Matthews, Waxhaw, Weddington, Mint Hill, Harrisburg, and more!

Trainings/Certifications:

Postpartum, Birth, and Breastfeeding training with DONA International Neonatal-Adult CPR and BLS Certified

North Carolina Certified Nurse Aide

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Fully Vaccinated, including COVID-19

Women's advocate

Special needs advocate

LGBTQIA+ friend + supporter

Name: Robin Price

Website: http://www.robinscradleds.org

Email: robinscradleds@gmail.com

Phone: (980) 231-1259 (call or text)

Bio: Hello! I’m Robin of Robins Cradle DS, a postpartum, certified birth doula and certified personal trainer.

It’s my honor to cradle your desired birthing plan. My commitment is to provide exceptional, unbiased, and personalized support before, during, and after birth.

I have served as a doula and birth advocate for family and close friends since 2006.

I have more than 20 years professional experience in the healthcare industry as a compliance officer, government relations, and regulatory strategist. I've used my influence in these roles to change state and federal policies that regulate hospitals and insurance companies. This knowledge and professional experience will afford me as a doula to offer a unique perspective and insight to confidently remain your advocate regardless of where you choose to experience your birth and when there is a need to transition settings.

As your birth coach, I intend to equip you with evidence-based information and empower you to advocate for all that you desire regarding your pregnancy, postpartum and childbirth journey.

I also have my International Sports Science (“ISSA”) certification expanding how I can be a resource for birth clients who are actively or desiring to exercise safely in each trimester. Pre- and Postnatal exercise coaching can support the physiological and psychological aspects of your birth journey.

As a full scope doula, I continue to look for opportunities to expand my expertise and complete training to benefit my clients in other fertility, pregnancy, childbirth-related areas.

I am here to support you on any and every decision you choose for your body, pregnancy, and birth. My goal is for you to experience your birth and pregnancy free of regret based on the ability to make well-informed decisions best for you.

I am excited to serve you and your family in this unforgettable experience!

Description of services offered:

Free 30-minute consultation to discuss your goals and discover how I may be able to help you achieve them.

Two prenatal visits to discuss your goals and practice labor management techniques.

Birth plan assistance to help you clarify your preferences for birth and facilitate discussions with your doctor or midwife.

Access my lending library of books and videos about pregnancy, birth and baby care to support your learning.

Physical support and comfort techniques to help manage labor.

Emotional and informational support for you and your partner throughout pregnancy, labor and birth.

Postpartum follow-ups visit to review your birth experience, inform you of community resources, and provide infant feeding support.

Phone, text and email support to answer your questions and offer suggestions throughout your pregnancy.

Pre- and post-fitness and physical health coach

Trainings/Certifications:

Certified Birth Doula

CPR, First Aid, and AED Certified

Belly Binding

ISSA trainer

Master’s Healthcare Administration, MHA

Areas/hospitals served: Birthing services offered in hospitals and birth centers in Charlotte, Matthews, Huntersville, Concord, Kannapolis, Monroe Shelby and Gastonia of NC and Fort Mill, SC. I also attend planned home births with midwife present.

Name: Nicole Hunter

Website: www.birthingandfertility.com     
                    
Email: nicole@birthingandfertility.com             

Phone:   (704) 336-9244  (call or text)

Social Media:  
           facebook.com/bloom.birthing.fertility
           instagram.com/bloom.birthing.fertility

Bio: Hi! I’m Nicole, a fertility coach, birth doula, childbirth educator, and placenta processing specialist.

It’s my honor to walk alongside you using my hands-on approach of providing exceptional, unbiased, and personalized support before, during, and after birth. I also equip you with evidence-based information and empower you to advocate for all that you desire regarding your fertility, pregnancy, and childbirth journey.

I promise you will feel more confident and in control of your body and birth!

I’m of the strong belief that you know what is best for yourself and your family. I am here to support you on any and every decision you choose for your body, pregnancy, and birth. One of my favorite sayings is “I already gave my best. I have no regrets at all.” I want you to walk away from your experience without any regrets, knowing that you were well-informed, made the best decisions for you and your family, and gave it your all.

I’ve been in the field of fertility, pregnancy, and childbirth since 2008. I am a certified birth, postpartum, and newborn doula. I have also trained as a fertility doula, Hypnobabies® Hypno-Doula, virtual doula, and placenta encapsulation specialist, certified as an affiliate partner of The Fertility & Pregnancy Institute, and continue to train in other fertility, pregnancy, childbirth-related areas.

I am excited to serve you and your family in an unforgettable experience!

Description of services offered:

Labor and Birth Doula Support

Hypno-Doula Support

Virtual Doula Services

Breastfeeding Basics

Childbirth Education Classes

Prenatal Support

Belly Binding

Placenta Encapsulation

Trainings/Certifications:

Certified Birth Doula

Certified Postpartum and Newborn Doula

Certified Placenta Encapsulation Specialist

CPR, First Aid, and AED Certified

Other trainings include Rebozo and Bengkung Belly Binding

Areas/hospitals served: Birthing services offered in hospitals and birth centers in Charlotte, Matthews, Huntersville, and Gastonia of NC and Fort Mill, Indian Land, Rock Hill, and Lancaster areas of SC. I also attend planned homebirths with midwife present.

website:charlottedoulateam.com

email: andrea@charlottedoulateam.com

phone: 540­-226-­1312

Instagram: @charlottedoulateam

Short bio:

My journey to a career in birth work began with my own births, each of which was very different and special in its own way. I have learned along the way that pregnancy, birth, and the journey into motherhood are life ­changing experiences. As your doula, I want to help you embrace the many facets of your unique pregnancy and birth.

I am originally from Virginia and began my doula career there. I am now excited to be offering my birth, postpartum, and sibling doula services in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding areas. When not attending to the needs of my clients, you will find me hanging out with my amazing husband and homeschooling my teens.

Services offered:

Birth doula, postpartum doula, sibling doula, childbirth education, virtual doula support

Trainings/Certifications:

Aromatherapy for Pregnancy, Birth and, Postpartum (Birth Arts International)

Novice Rebozo Certification (Gena Kirby)

Certified birth doula (Birth Arts International)

Newborn Mothers Postpartum Professional (Newborn Mothers)

Areas/hospitals served: all hospitals, birth centers and homebirths within an hour of Charlotte, NC

Name: Anna Button

Website: www. fruitfulvinebirth.com

Email: fruitfulvinebirth@gmail.com

Phone: 980-595-6149

Facebook: @fruitfulvinebirth

Instagram: @fruitfulvinebirth

Short bio:

Hi, I’m Anna! I’m a birth doula, Catholic wife and homeschool mom to three kids. I grew up in the Charlotte area and love raising my family close to where I grew up.

The birth of our second son was incredibly empowering and a large part of that was having a doula present. I knew immediately that I wanted to become a birth doula and walk with other women and their families on their journey. I offer continuous informational, emotional, physical, and spiritual support throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

The experience of bringing new life into the world is intimate and sacred, but it wasn’t intended to be gone through without support. I can’t wait to walk beside you for the birth God called you to have. Know that I will be praying for you.

Description of services offered:

Birth doula support

Areas/hospitals served:

I offer birth doula support in hospitals, birth centers, and home births. I serve the Lake Norman and greater Charlotte area included Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Mooresville, Statesville, Denver, Mountain Island, Mount Holly, Belmont, Steel Creek, Pineville, Ballantyne, Stallings, Matthews, Mint Hill, Harrisburg, Concord and surrounding areas.

Trainings/Certifications: Certified Birth Doula - Birth Arts International

Name: Rebba Kipp

Website: www.tranquilitypelvichealth.com

Email: rebba@tranquilitypelvichealth.com

Phone: 704-226-4859

Instagram: @tranquilitypelvichealth

Short bio:

I’m a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a Certified Hospital-Based Birth Doula. I’m passionate about lifting clients up throughout their lives — especially navigating pregnancy and the postpartum period. I offer mobile in-home physical therapy appointments. With the flexibility to come to you during pregnancy and early postpartum. I specifically am a pelvic floor physical therapist- which addresses bladder, bowel, sexual function, pelvic pain, and related orthopedic conditions. I grew up thinking that these topics were taboo. My goal is to make sure my clients are listened to, respected, believed, and treated at a pace they are comfortable with.

Description of services offered:

- In-home and virtual physical therapy appointments

- Birth doula services including attending the birth, birth preparation, birth preference/planning, and childbirth education

Areas/hospitals served: I serve families within an hour radius of Charlotte currently at hospital births.

Trainings/Certifications: Doctor of Physical Therapy from Elon University; Certification for doula by PelvicPTDoulas

Name: Staci Therrien

Website: https://postpartumblisscharlottedoula.com/

Email: staci@postpartumblisscharlottedoula.com

Phone: 631-704-3654

Facebook: @postpartumblissdoula

Instagram: @postpartumblissdoula

Short bio:

Hi! I’m Staci. A wife, a mommy to a sweet baby girl and a postpartum doula!

I support families during the transitional period after birth/ upon returning home with a newborn. I’m here to teach you all you need to know about your new little one, help take some day to day tasks off your to-do list or simply care for baby while you get some much needed rest! We will talk about your goals and concerns to develop a postpartum plan unique for you.

Description of services offered:

Postpartum support

Daytime and overnight support available

Areas/hospitals served: Charlotte, Lake Norman and surrounding areas

Trainings/Certifications:

DONA trained postpartum doula

Advanced Newborn Care Specialist

Lactation Counselor trained through CBI (awaiting certification)

Name: Amy Bonadies

Website: https://www.yourbirthsupportdoula.com/

Email: amybdoula@gmail.com

Phone: 919-621-5464

Instagram: @yourbirthsupport

Bio:

Congratulations on one of the most exciting times of your life! I'm Amy and I'm a mother, wife, birth doula, and registered nurse. My love and appreciation for childbirth blossomed out of my own personal experience with the birth of my first child, which was supported by a doula in 2016. My passion is to help inform and support women through one of the most influential and defining periods of their life.

My peaceful, compassionate nature is met with a strong intuition and advocacy that comes from over ten years of experience as a nurse. Labor is a monumental experience in a woman's life and my role is to encourage and support you in having the birth you desire.

I believe a positive experience with birth starts with preparation in the prenatal period and continues with support throughout postpartum. It is an honor to be a part of each and every birth and I consider it a blessing to be able to serve as a doula.

When I’m not attending births or learning about all things perinatal, I love spending time with my husband and two wonderful children. We are usually outside hiking, exploring, or discovering new parks. Being a mom is my greatest joy. I also love cooking, live music, photography, and playing the piano.

Description of services offered:

Two prenatal visits

Unlimited call & text communication throughout pregnancy and six weeks postpartum

Continuous emotional and physical support throughout your labor and birth

One postpartum visit

Birth photography

Prenatal meal preparation for postpartum

Areas/hospitals served:

Home births

Natural Beginnings Birth Center

All hospitals in Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas including Fort Mill and Rock Hill, SC

Trainings/Certifications:

Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Registered Nurse 2011

Birth Doula and Breastfeeding trained with DONA

Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR Certified

Name: Rebecca Hodapp

Website: I’ve worked really hard on my website and would so love to connect with you there! www.birthingwithbecca.com

Email: hodapprebecca@gmail.com

Phone: 7046070970

Social Media:

www.instagram.com/rebeccahodapp

www.facebook.com/birthingwithbecca

About Me:

Hi Friend! I’m Becca—I’m a wife to an incredible husband, a mama to three babies I get to love on every day, and four babies who are waiting on me in heaven. I’m a labor and delivery nurse of six years, a childbirth educator, and an overall lover of all things birth. I believe that you and I were divinely created to bring life into this world, and my hope is that, as your doula, I can link arms with you on your walk to bringing your sweet baby earth side.

For the past six years I have loved every second of being at the bedside…well almost every second, because I could do without the charting and politics if I’m being honest. The important part is I have loved—like light my soul on fire, covered in goosebumps LOVED—supporting women in the homestretch of their journey into motherhood. But that’s just it! I only get the homestretch, the final hours of a 10 month long journey. And I want more mama! I want more for me, but mainly I want more for you.

I know first hand that your journey into motherhood began the moment you saw those two pink lines pop up. Whether those lines were longed for over many years, or even if they were a total surprise, I know you immediately started dreaming of a life for a person you only know in your heart. You’ve found your thoughts drifting over and over to the day you’ll finally get to look your baby in the eyes, what that day will be like, what that moment will be like, what it will feel like. Your to-do list has multiplied, your list of questions is never ending. And friend, this season you’re in of bringing a brand new person into the world, it’s the most beautiful, vulnerable, intimate season of life. You deserve someone who is going to be there to support, encourage, and empower you every step of the way. I want to be that person for you!

And my crunchy soul sisters, don’t let me coming from a hospital background give you pause. I know hospitals can get a bad rep, I get it, but the reality is that most women in the US give birth in a hospital setting at this point in time. So if that’s where I’ll be helping you welcome your sweet baby, I want you to know I see your yearning for an intervention free birth. I see you believing in your body and your natural ability to birth. I see you wanting all the time in the world to bring your baby earthside. I see you longing for someone to help you advocate for yourself and your desires. I see you searching for someone who believes in you as much as YOU believe in you. And sister, I am her. I know all the ins and outs of the hospital and know how to help you achieve the most home-birthie hospital birth possible.

And mama, w h a t e v e r your desires are for your birth, it is exactly that—yours! Whether you want a home birth, a birth center birth, a hospital birth, an unmedicated birth, an epidural, an inperson doula, a virtual doula, a VBAC, an induction, a repeat cesarean birth—whatever it is that you dream up for the day of your baby’s birth, I’m here for it! I will be there every step of the way to celebrate you, encourage you, empower you, and give you every opportunity to achieve the birth you want. You were made for this!

Services offered: Birth doula, virtual birth doula, childbirth educator, birth vision preparation, hospital birth doula, home birth doula,

Areas/hospitals served: Planned home births, Natural Beginnings Birth Center, Novant Hospitals, CMC Hospitals

Trainings/Certifications:

RN, BSN 2014

Labor and Delivery RN since 2015

DONA Training 2020

Childbirth Educator Training 2020

CPR trained

NRP trained

Novant Vendor Credentialed

Name: Laurynn Howard

Website: fruitofherwomb.org

Email: fruitofherwomb@yahoo.com

Phone: 940-390-7371

Instagram: @fruitofherwombnc

Facebook: Fruit of Her Womb Doula Services

Bio: Hi and welcome! My name is Laurynn Howard. I am a full spectrum doula serving families in Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas. I offer antenatal support through various services including birth, sibling and postpartum doula, birth planning, lactation support, and placenta art and encapsulation. I am happily married to my other half, Colin, and have a sweet daughter, Olive, born at Natural Beginnings Birth Center in Statesville on April 30th, 2023.

The birth of my daughter opened doors in my soul that I didn’t know existed, and in response, I have developed an extreme passion for helping women and their families feel empowered, safe, and nurtured during birth. Whether you have had previous birth trauma, you want to achieve your first homebirth, have a successful VBAC, or you want to birth in the hospital, my goal is to have you leaving your experience feeling powerful, happy, accomplished, and that you had a voice that was heard and respected by your provider. I want to set you and your partner up with the tools to take charge of — and ENJOY — your birth as well as provide a space in which you feel the most loved and comfortable to welcome your newest blessing to the world, on your terms.

I’m beyond excited to connect with you, hear your story, and find out more about your desires for your birth!

Thank you for being here.

Description of services offered: Holistic Birth, Sibling & Postpartum Doula services, Placenta Art & Encapsulation, Peer Lactation Support, Virtual Birth Planning, Prenatal Visits & Education

Areas/hospitals served: I serve families within an hour and a half of South Charlotte at home, birth centers, or in any hospital setting. I will be there wherever you decide to birth.

Trainings/Certifications:

-Certified H.E.R.B.A.L Birthkeeper & Doula

-Certified H.E.R.B.A.L Placenta Specialist

-Certified H.E.R.B.A.L Lactation Support

-CPR/First Aid Certified

Website CharlotteDoulaCo.com

Email YourCharlotteDoulas@gmail.com

Phone (704) 661-2278

Social Media:

Instagram @CharlotteDoula

Twitter: @CharlotteDoula

Facebook @CharlotteDoulaCo

Short bio:

Hello, my name is Kira Kimble and I am a Certified Doula, Certified Traditional Postpartum Birthworker, Certified placenta encapsulation specialist and Doula Trainer. I am also the owner of MINE-R-T Doula Company, Charlotte’s first black-owned doula agency. We offer birth support, postpartum care, childbirth education classes and placenta encapsulation services. We are an informative resource, source of support, and labor coaches for pregnant individuals and their partners.

I became a doula in 2012 to help individuals have gratifying and empowering childbirth experiences. I have been married for 22 years and have 4 children. Prior to raising my family, I worked in marketing for almost 10 years at The Charlotte Observer, The Gaston Gazette and The Winston-Salem Journal. I grew up in Erie, PA. I attended Phillips Academy in Andover, MA and then earned a degree in business from Wake Forest University. I enjoy sports, music and languages. I studied Japanese and Spanish in college and doula for families in English and Spanish.

We support individuals and their partners in a variety of settings including hospitals, birth centers, and private homes. We have experience with plus size birth, VBAC, VBA2C, VBA3C, multiples, C-Section, medicated and unmedicated births. I also have experience with elimination communication or infant potty learning.

Services offered:

Birth Doula, Traditional postpartum support, infant feeding support, Postpartum Belly Binding, Doula Training, placenta encapsulation, childbirth education

Areas/hospitals served:

Birthing services offered within a 50 mile radius from Charlotte's Center City including: Mecklenburg, Gaston, Iredell, Union, Cleveland, Cabarrus, Rowan, Lancaster and York Counties. We attend births in all area hospitals, birth centers and private homes.

Trainings and Certifications:

Certified birth doula and doula instructor

Certified Advanced Traditional Postpartum Birthworker

Certified Herbalist

Certified Placenta Encapsulation Specialist

Trained in Spinning Babies

Trained in the use of Rebozo

Trained in Bengkung Belly Binding

Name: Staci Campbell

Website:   www.thestatesvilledoula.com

Email:   staci@thestatesvilledoula.com    

Phone:  980-389-0964    

Text is the fastest way to get in touch for booking discovery calls and asking questions! If non urgent, the contact form on my website is the next best.

Facebook/Instagram/Twitter:     

FB: www.facebook.com/statesvilledoulaandlactation/

IG: www.instagram.com/statesvilledoulaandlactation/

Twitter: www.twitter.com/greaterncdoula

Short bio: 

Hi, I’m Staci. I am a Vermont native who moved to Charlotte, NC in 2014 and currently reside in Statesville, NC. I am a mother, partner, doula, educator, advocate, and ally and am truly honored to be supporting clients in North Carolina.

The first birth I ever witnessed was in 2000 at the age of 13 and I was hooked! Watching my baby sister enter this world changed my world in all the right ways. Eventually, the birth of my oldest child in 2010 inspired me, even more, to follow my calling of birth work and in 2011, I began my journey as a doula with DONA! After the birth of my two younger children in 2015 and 2016, I began to actively support clients in their desired birth space, full time. I am a strong believer in birthers, babies, and the inherent wisdom and instinctual capabilities within all of us to give birth in the way that suits us best. This means that no matter how you decide to give birth, I will be by your side, supporting you through your journey. I will hear you, respect you, and encourage you, 110%.

Throughout my journey supporting clients of all cultures, beliefs, races, religions, and more, I can say that I have grown as a person and as a birth worker. The birth of your child is an experience you will never forget and in understanding this, I am so honored to be invited into your space. I will never replace your partner, but rather help them support you. Your partner brings love and history with them, and I bring skills and experience. Together, we create a beautiful support system for you all the while I additionally support your partner. I am so excited to meet you and the support system you’re bringing with you into your birth space.

My office is in downtown Cornelius, right off of exit 28 on I-77 or I can come to you, whichever is most convenient. I offer virtual and in-person consultations free of charge.

NOTE: I am NOVANT “approved” to support you without counting as a visitor and can support in the OR in the event of a planned or unplanned cesarean birth.

Description of services offered:

Birth, bereavement, and postpartum doula services

Birth photography

HypnobabiesTM Hypno-Doula services

Placenta encapsulation, tinctures, prints, cord keepsakes

Bengkung Belly Binding

Belly Casting

Certified Lactation Counselor Support

Cloth Diaper education

Areas/hospitals served:   

I support all births at any hospital or birth center within a 60-mile radius of Statesville, NC. If outside

the 60-mile service area, additional charges may apply. Please inquire. 

I support all home births within a 60-mile radius of Statesville, NC.

Trainings and Certifications:

 Dona trained birth doula - 2010

 Bebo Mia trained fertility, birth, and postpartum doula - 2017

 IPPA certified placenta specialist - 2017

 stillbirthday certified birth and bereavement doula - 2018

 Hypnobabies® Hypno-Doula, trained - 2018

 Rebozo trained with Gena Kirby – 2018

 Birth Arts International Postpartum Doula – 2018

 GentleBirth Childbirth Educator - 2020

 Certified Lactation Counselor with ALPP – 2021

 Spinning Babies Workshops – 2018; 2022

Name: Julie Lisak, Safe Passage Doula & Fertility Services

Website: https://juliefertilitydoula.com

Email: julielisak@outlook.com

Phone: (815) 342-6054

Short bio:

Hello! My name is Julie, and I am a birth & labor doula and a student of fertility awareness education in Charlotte, North Carolina.

I believe in, honor, and encourage physiological birth. I believe in the power of connectedness, of relationships between women within a community. To that end, as your doula and your guide, my goal is to really get to know you so that you will feel comfortable and confident with me by your side during the birth of your new baby.

I specialize in working with first-time mothers and parents, and admittedly prefer homebirth settings. At the hospital, we will make a great team if your goal is to eliminate the need for any and all medical interventions, including management of third stage labor. I really encourage you towards a natural, physiological birth. Regardless of the location of your child's birth, I am an active participant in your labor and I will be walking with you, squatting with you, massaging you, and offering many other forms of pain management that involve movement, breath work, and connection to loved ones.

I am currently a student of The Well: School of Body Literacy, and am excited to begin counseling teens, womxn, and couples in Fertility Awareness and its many uses. People who experience menstruation have access to a wealth of knowledge about their health and physiology literally at their fingertips when they practice Fertility Awareness. Through the use of this practice, I will be able to teach you how to avoid an unwanted pregnancy, achieve a pregnancy when you're ready, and to gauge your hormonal and gynecological health. I strongly believe that all girls, women, and womxn should have access to this information.

I'm looking forward to working with you and/or your family, so please feel free to reach out for a free consultation to talk about your current needs.

Description of services offered:

Birth & Labor Doula

Postpartum Doula

Sibling Doula

Fertility Doula & Conception Support

Meal Preparation (former personal chef)

Fertility Awareness Education and Training

Additional Products: herbal tea blends, PDF format cookbook

Areas/hospitals served:

Greater Charlotte Area

Trainings/Certifications:

Student at The Well: School of Body Literacy 2024-25

Madriella Certified Birth & Labor Doula

Madriella Certified Postpartum Doula

USPCA Certified Personal Chef

ServSafe Food Handler Certified

Name: Lindsay Stowers

Website: www.heartofgracebirth.com

Email: lindsaystowersdoula@gmail.com

Phone: 980-292-3470

facebook.com/heartofgracebirth, Instagram.com/heartofgracebirth

Short bio: Hi there! I'm Lindsay, wife to an amazing husband and mom to two beautiful boys. We also have a fur baby, a Siberian Husky named Kobi.

After graduating college with a degree in Music Education, I married the love of my life and began a fulfilling career teaching music. Little did I know that just a few short years later, a new career path would make itself known. My pregnancies and births with each of my boys had their own role in propelling me into birth work. It was in this time of my life that Heart of Grace was born (no pun intended :). Now, each time I drive home from a consultation with a prospective client, a prenatal visit with a current client, or a beautiful birth, the same thought runs through my head... "I live for this."

It is an honor to serve families in the greater Charlotte area as they navigate the journey of pregnancy and parenthood. I come alongside them to help instill confidence, reduce fear, and unlock the inner strength they already have inside of them. I believe birth is a holy and sacred event, and I take no invitation into that space lightly. It is always awe-inspiring to witness such a miracle.

Description of services offered: Birth doula, Childbirth preparation classes (group and private), virtual doula services

Areas/hospitals served: I serve all hospitals and birth centers within a 50 mile radius of Kannapolis, NC. I will attend home births with a licensed midwife.

Trainings/Certifications: Certified Labor Doula (CAPPA)

Name: Rachel Campbell

Website: www.doularachel.family

Email: rachel@doularachel.family

Facebook: @DoulaRachelCLT

Instagram: @Doula.Rachel.Clt

Short bio:

Hi there! My name is Rachel and I'm a 30-something mama to two crazy kiddos and one dog. I have been immersed in the pregnancy, birth, and postpartum world since 2017 and had two amazing doula-attended births of my own. I decided to take the plunge into doula work in 2021.

I've seen firsthand what it's like to have long and difficult labors, challenging physical and/or emotional recoveries in the postpartum period, and just about every breastfeeding struggle in the book. It is my hope that the skills I've learned in finding good help and working to identify solutions that aid both Mama AND Baby in equal measure can help other families. My family and I are based in south Charlotte, but I serve a one hour radius from my home. I hope we will have the opportunity to meet soon!

Description of services offered:

As a doula, my role is to provide your family with physical, emotional, and informational support on your journey through pregnancy and especially in labor and delivery and to empower YOU to make the decisions YOU think are best for your body and your baby. I offer a variety of packages to suit your budget and needs, all of which can be viewed on my website! I can assist you in your prenatal, labor and delivery at home or at an area hospital, and postpartum journeys.

Areas/hospitals served:

I serve families within an hour of south Charlotte at home or in a hospital setting. Wherever you want to birth, I'll be there.

Trainings/Certifications:

CAPPA Labor Doula Training (certification in progress!)

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/MotheringDoula/

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/themotheringdoula/

Website:  http://themotheringdoula.weebly.com

Phone: 703-389-6411

Email:  themotheringdoula@gmail.com

Short bio:

I am a wife and mother of three with over 10 years of experience in educating and supporting mothers in breastfeeding, childbirth, and nutrition.  I am a La Leche League Leader, ToLabor Professional Trained Doula, and Birth Photographer. 

Although my husband and I prepared for childbirth through Bradley Method Childbirth classes and a significant amount of reading, our first two children were born by cesarean section.  With a knowledgeable and supportive care provider and doula for my third birth, I was able to have a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean). Choosing a birth location that supports your needs and desires as well as a knowledgeable and supportive primary care provider is one of the most important decisions you can make that will affect the choices that you have in labor and the outcome of your birth.

My own experiences and struggles have given me a passion to help other mothers create the best opportunity for a successful natural childbirth.  It is my goal to help each couple understand their options and choices, to create a loving and supportive environment where both parents feel that their desires are being heard and respected, and provide encouragement and evidence-based information along the way.   

Services:  Doula and Lactation Support Birth Photography

Services offered:

Free initial consultation

1-2 prenatal meetings (2-3 hours each) where we will discuss what to expect during labor and birth, positions and techniques to help labor progress, relaxation and comfort measures, as well as use of Rebozo, essential oils and acupressure.

Birth Plan Design Assistance

Lending library of books on Pregnancy, Birth, Breastfeeding and Parenting

Phone, text and email support

On-call 24 hours a day starting 2 weeks before mother’s due date

Emotional and physical support and education for the birthing mother and her family

Continuous support, during labor, at your home and designated birth location, as well as 2 hours after the birth, until breastfeeding is established.

Photography during labor and birth as well as 2 hours after

Edited digital images in a private online gallery for download

Postpartum visit (2-3 hrs.) typically within the first week after birth to talk about the birth, provide lactation support, answer any questions you may have and assist at home with needs (laundry, dishes, food prep, etc.)

Trainings/Certifications:

Spinning Babies Workshop 2016

Advanced Labor Doula Skills Workshop-Rebozo, Acupressure & Essential Oils 2014

ToLabor Doula Training 2013

La Leche League Leader, 2005-present

The Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth 2001

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, BA Psychology 1999

Areas/hospitals served:

Greater Charlotte Area

Name: Larissa Rose

Website: whatthebumpclt.com

Email: larissa.rose_doula@yahoo.com

Phone: (803)965-8132

Facebook/Instagram/Twitter: @whatthebumpclt

Short bio:

I’m Larissa, mom to Lady, a nine year old Yorkshire Terrier. As a Registered Nurse who has specialized in labor in delivery for 5+ years, I have assisted many mothers and partners in welcoming their little miracles into the world. Wanting the experience to be even more personal, I obtained my Doula training through the Academy of Certified Birth Trainers. I’m a certified labor support professional as well as a certified breastfeeding educator. Being kind, compassionate, and open-minded are key morals for me and I would love to help you have a safe and informed labor experienced.

During my free time you will find my fiancé and I at a local sporting even or even at home watching the game. I love to cheer on my teams, and would love to be there to help cheer, guide, educate, and advocate for you during your next birth experience.

Description of services offered:

Free Consultation/Interview

Birth Doula Package including two prenatal visits and one postpartum visit

Childbirth Education

Continuous Labor Support

Immediate Postpartum Care

Breastfeeding Assistance

24/7 Phone & Email Support

Areas/hospitals served:

Hospital Birth in Charlotte and Surrounding Areas

Birth Center Births

Home Births

Trainings/Certifications:

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

DONA Trained 2020

CPR/NRP Certified

Spinning Babies Workshop Attendee

Website:www.CharlotteDoulaTeam.com

Email: sarah@charlottedoulateam.com

Phone:704-975-9804

Socials on Instagram/Facebook: charlottedoulateam

Services: birth doula, childbirth education classes, birth planning consultations, virtual doula support

Bio:

I’ve been passionate about childbirth for as long as I can remember. As a young girl and later a teenager, I was given the opportunity to attend two of my siblings’ births. I watched my mother — in awe as she exhibited such strength and grace during the birthing process. I knew from then on that I would never get enough of witnessing and playing a small part in the beautiful miracle of new life as it enters this world. I am now married and have three precious children of my own. My oldest son was born with a severe congenital heart defect. Only half of his heart developed correctly, so he arrived fighting for his life and immediately needed the first of three open-heart surgeries in order to survive. After having two more surgeries before the age of three, he is now stable and doing remarkably well. My second pregnancy held another unique set of surprises as we soon discovered we would be having not one baby, but twins — a boy and a girl — to welcome into our family. With one medically fragile child, as well as twins to chase around, it has certainly been a wild, but fun, ride. When I’m not attending a birth or spending time with my crazy kiddos, I enjoy cooking, reading, and making special memories with my family.

Philosophy:

As the first born in a family of six children – and now having three of my own – “mothering” has always come naturally to me. It is this strong instinct to nurture, meet both physical and emotional needs, and tend to the comfort of those under my care. I believe every birthing woman should be supported in this way. As a doula, my most important job is to “mother the mother.” While the birthing mother and her partner focus on the important work of bringing a new life into this world, a doula will keep her focus on the mother's needs, desires, and emotional well-being. I believe the birth of your child is one of the most significant moments in your life. It is my goal to help that experience be as smooth and positive as it can possibly be – helping to preserve your birth as a memory you can treasure forever.

Experience: I have more than 20 years experience as a trained, professional doula attending births. Special skills include: speaking conversational Spanish, multiples, NICU, medically fragile infants.