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Hello! I am a state certified doula, Medicaid approved doula, perinatal specialist and placenta specialist. I support families across Hampton Roads and I would love to be considered as part of your support team.

Hi, I’m Nikki Avila—Certified Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator, and Cofounder of Three Moons Doula Collective. My work is rooted in the belief that birth is sacred, transformative, and deeply personal. As a Latina birth worker, I’ve spent the last 16 years walking alongside families during one of life’s most vulnerable and powerful seasons—offering care grounded in compassion, cultural wisdom, and advocacy. Three Moons Doula Collective is not just a training program—it’s a movement. A space where doulas of color rise in their power, find their voice, and reclaim the knowledge that lives in their lineage. Our mission is to ensure that Black, Indigenous, and Latino families have access to skilled, culturally conscious birth support—because our communities deserve nothing less. Birth work has always lived in my spirit. Even before I had the language for it, I was holding space for pregnant friends as a teenager—offering a supportive hand to hold and an open heart to listen. That calling was modeled by my mother, who was a constant presence of strength and care in our family and community. I learned early on that showing up for others is powerful—and that’s where my passion was born. In 2018, I began formal training with Doula Trainings International and went on to earn certifications through Cornerstone Doula Training in birth and postpartum care. In 2021, I became a Certified Hypnobabies Instructor and Hypno-Doula, offering tools for calm, confident birthing experiences rooted in the power of the mind-body connection. My continued education reflects a deep commitment to both evidence-based care and ancestral wisdom. In 2022, I began training with H.E.R.B.A.L. Doula. In 2023, I trained with La Mujer de Tierra in Ceremony of Birth, deepening my connection to traditional and ceremonial practices. In 2024, I trained in Spinning Babies® with Midwife Tema, expanding my knowledge of physiological birth and body-based support. In 2025, I continued my holistic path by training in Reiki for birth with Mitra, integrating energetic support into my care. From belly binding to energy work, my approach is holistic and intentional—honoring the entire person, not just the process. In 2019, I founded the Bakersfield Doula Circle to unite birth workers in sisterhood and solidarity through monthly gatherings where doulas come together to share, learn, and lead with collective wisdom. I actively collaborate with community partners like Save a Mom, Save a Family, Inc., and since 2024, I have been part of the Maternal Healthcare Committee in Kern County, contributing to local efforts that aim to improve maternal health outcomes and expand access to culturally responsive care. In May 2024, I traveled to Ecuador with Wombs of the World, where I had the honor of sitting under and learning from Parteras Mama Mila and Partera Martha, a powerful mother-daughter duo. Their teachings deepened my understanding of birth as sacred lineage, passed down through generations, and strengthened my commitment to honoring traditional wisdom in my work. In February 2026, I continued this journey in Mexico City and Oaxaca, Mexico, where I sat with and witnessed the work of traditional midwives and healers—Doña Queta, Partera Paula, Partera Yuu, Curandera Norma, Partera Rosa of Valenzuela, and Partera Mariela. These experiences further shaped my understanding of birth as ceremony, community, and ancestral remembrance. I am deeply grateful for the work and mission of Wombs of the World and for Charlotte’s leadership in creating these transformative spaces. In 2025, through Three Moons Doula Collective, we trained our first cohort of doulas—many of whom are now actively working with managed care plans, providing essential support to mothers throughout Kern County. As of 2026, my colleagues and I continue to expand this work by training Native American Indigenous birth workers, strengthening culturally rooted care within our communities. As a Certified VBAC Link Educator and Medi-Cal Doula, I’ve supported over 130 births, including more than 28 Medi-Cal births in 2024 alone. Each one is a powerful reminder of how informed, respectful care can transform outcomes and empower families. In June 2026, I will be releasing The Wisdom of Waiting Birth Method™, a childbirth education course designed to guide families back to trust, knowledge, and the innate power of birth. Through Three Moons Doula Collective, I’m committed to shifting the paradigm. This work is about more than teaching skills—it’s about nurturing leaders. Doulas who are deeply rooted in their culture, confident in their knowledge, and ready to create generational change. I hope every person who trains with us feels seen, held, and empowered—and that every birthing person they support feels the same. This is the legacy I’m building: one of advocacy, ancestral remembering, and powerful community care. We are creating a future where birth is safer, more just, and deeply sacred. I am here to support you, IN THE WAITING, Nikki Avila

I began my career as a birth professional in 2013 as a registered nurse, specializing in Labor & Delivery. I am also a certified doula and home birth midwife. I have worked as a travel nurse in different states, which has allowed me to learn a variety of useful methods and introduce them where beneficial to my birthing moms. It has been my pleasure to work with families of diverse backgrounds, helping them welcome their new baby into the world and fulfill their best possible pregnancy & birth experience. I enjoy working with women who labor with or without epidurals assisting them with massage, positioning, and breathing techniques to achieve a calming labor experience. I have attended over 2,000 births including water birth and cesarean deliveries. I completed my training and certification as a birth and bereavement doula through both the DONA International and Stillbirthday (bereavement) programs. I have also obtained certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) to assist women in their breastfeeding goals. As a Chocolate Milk Cafe facilitator I hold monthly meetings to provide Black women and their families with breastfeeding support and resources. I have received training as an Evidence Based Birth Instructor through Evidence Based Birth. Additionally, I have completed training to become a fertility and pregnancy and infant loss (PAIL) advocate. As a registered nurse I hold certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), AWOHNN Fetal Monitoring (Intermediate & Advanced), and Safe Sleep. My goal is to help educate mothers and families to be as prepared as possible for the childbirth experience and help them to adjust thereafter. I offer hands-on support, as well as help mom understand each step of the labor/birth process so she may better voice her desires to her provider (MD/CNM). I am very open and willing to answer mom/family questions and address any expressed concerns. Sharing the birthing process and miracle of life is my passion. I know that the birthing process can be very overwhelming and my focus is to help diminish any sense of fear and replace it with knowledge and empowerment. I promise to hold your hand every step of the way so #Let’sHaveABaby! **I AM UNABLE TO SEE MESSAGES!** To connect Please schedule a consult via my website www.laboredwithlove.com 913-543-1077

I’m Jessica Hopp, Founder and CEO of CuraNatal Health. As a mother and perinatal provider, I built this practice with one clear mission: to make high-quality, insurance-covered support accessible to families during pregnancy and postpartum. I’m passionate about building strong provider teams, serving our community with integrity, and ensuring families never have to navigate this season alone.

Hi, I’m MacKenzie, a certified birth and postpartum doula! I’ve been serving families throughout King, Snohomish, and Skagit counties for the past few years. I’ve always had a deep love for birth, even from a young age! My passion and curiosity around feeding and lactation are what initially drew me to doula work as a career, and I’ve loved being able to support families not only through labor and birth, but also through those tender and often overwhelming early days at home. As I continue to serve families in their homes, birth centers, and hospital settings, it is truly an honor to be invited into such an important and personal season of their lives. My goal is to nurture a judgment-free space where each family feels heard, respected, and cared for, while also helping families feel empowered in their choices and confident as they find their own way into parenthood. In my free time, I love going on adventures with my family, or snuggling up with a good book and a cozy blanket, surrounded by my cats and dog.

Hello! My name is Annie. I am a DONA certified birth doula with a foundation in Spinning Babies techniques, proudly serving families throughout the SoCal area, with a deep passion for supporting women through one of the most transformative experiences of their lives. As a mother of four, I bring both personal and professional experience to my work, offering compassionate, nonjudgmental support throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. My background as a personal trainer with a specialty in perinatal exercise, combined with my work as a health coach, allows me to support my clients holistically, physically, mentally, and emotionally. I believe that preparation and education are powerful tools, and I strive to help every woman feel informed, confident, and connected to her body throughout her journey. I am deeply committed to advocating for the women I serve. My goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and empowered as you make decisions that align with your values and vision for your birth. Whether you desire a calm, supported labor, guidance through the unknown, or reassurance in your strength, I am honored to walk alongside you. Every birth is unique, and it is my mission to help you approach yours feeling confident, focused, educated, and empowered.

I support mothers in Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast who want their birth to feel intentional, elevated, and calm, like the beginning of the new, sacred chapter that it is. I specialize in high-touch doula care that blends emotional, physical, and informational support. I’d love to learn more about what you envision for your birth.

I’m a birth and postpartum doula with over 7 years of experience, including a specialization in twins and overnight care. I understand that every birth and postpartum journey is unique, and my goal is to meet your family exactly where you are—providing grounded, compassionate support tailored to your needs. With a bachelor’s degree in Child Development, I’m passionate about equipping families through education, preparation, and confidence-building. Whether I’m helping you navigate labor, offering calm and consistent support in the early newborn days, or making sure you get the restorative sleep you need to feel revived, I’m here to answer questions, ease the transition, and hold space for your experience. You don’t have to do this alone—I’m here for you and your growing family every step of the way.

Hello! My name is Arianna, but most people call me Ana (ah-nuh). I'm a birth and postpartum doula serving families in central Michigan (based in the Big Rapids/Paris area). My journey into birth work began 12 years ago when I attended my first birth, and it's been a deep passion ever since. I completed my birth & postpartum doula training in 2017 and have loved supporting families through labor, birth, and the early postpartum days. It's truly an honor to be invited into such a sacred space, providing the steady support every mom deserves during one of life's biggest moments. I know birth and postpartum can be tough, but you are too. I'm here to offer physical comfort measures, emotional encouragement, and evidence-based information to help you make informed decisions that align with your unique needs and preferences. My husband Devan and I have been married for 10 years, and we're parents to 4 wonderful kids. In my free time, I enjoy crocheting, listening to audiobooks, thrifting for treasures, baking, and spending quality time with my family. I'd love to chat about how I can support you—feel free to reach out anytime! Warmly, Ana

Gennifer, Growing Tree founder, is an experienced doula with over 10 years of service, specializing in lactation, sleep support, sibling support and integration. As a mother of five and bonus parent, she brings compassionate understanding to growing families. Currently studying midwifery, Gennifer is committed to ongoing education and providing comprehensive care, making her a dedicated and exceptional support for expectant parents.

Simone has been holding space for expecting and postpartum families for over 10 years. Birth has a powerful way of healing and transforming you, and her first birth did just that. The ability to have 2 empowered births the way she wanted, gave light to the need for advocacy, education and doula support amongst the birthing community, especially black families. Simone is a mother, doula, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, childbirth educator and infant sleep educator. She has been teaching and mentoring doulas along the way and excited to dive deeper into holding the hands of the next generation of birth workers.

I am a child birth educator, birth and postpartum doula, placenta and breastfeeding specialist, as well as an OBGYN Resident. I draw on my knowledge in all capacities to help support families in any way that they need. I support all family styles and birthing styles.

I am a compassionate and expert childbirth educator and a birth and traditional postpartum doula. I provide emotional, physical, and informational support to ensure you have the most empowering, calming, and positive birthing experience possible. With my guidance, you will feel confident, informed, and in control of your choices. Let's work together to create a memorable and beautiful birth story. Create your journey, your birth, your story, your way! *Essential Doula Care Services LLC is certified and fully insured.

Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula | Childbirth Educator | Lactation Specialist As a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, I provide calm, nurturing, and evidence-based support for families through pregnancy, birth, and the newborn stage. My goal is to help parents feel informed, confident, and cared for every step of the way. Grant + Leah 2/20/2026 "Mari was assigned to us as a replacement doula when our original doula had a conflicting delivery. Mari immediately reached out and was flexible to our needs in early labor. My wife was laboring hard in triage for 7 hours (there was a major rush at the hospital, we couldn't get a room or her planned epidural for that long) and doesn't know how she would have coped without Mari. She immediately brought a calm presence to our situation while also helping us get the situation under control and manage contractions with various techniques. Mari also helped us execute on our birth plan and encouraged us to get rest whenever possible. We would recommend Mari to anybody seeking a doula." Safe With Me Doula Services – Loving, professional care for growing families. 🌐 www.safewithmelovingcare.org 📧 safewithmedoulaservices@outlook.com | 📞 (331) 328-1459 Instagram: @birth_doula | Facebook: Safe with Me Doula Services

I am a dedicated doula, passionate about providing compassionate support to expectant parents. My philosophy centers on empowering Individuals through personalized care and informed decision making during childbirth

Nia Speight is trained through Madriella Doula Network and Virginia-State Certified, offering full-spectrum doula support from pregnancy through postpartum recovery. She’s worked within the family service profession for nine years, offering traditional yet personalized support. She also dedicates time advising families who need healthcare referrals, sibling assistance, and bereavement support. ⋆｡°✩ As a mother who has experienced an unmediated home-birth, Nia fully understands the physical, emotional, and informational support families need, whether they plan to have a physiologic or medicated birth — both choices require the same level of mindfulness and preparation. She believes mothers should prepare for the internal experience of childbirth and postpartum by discovering ways to feel their absolute best, however that may look for them. Nia enjoys helping families prepare for their birth journey by narrowing down on what is most important to them, sharing pain management techniques, preparing for postpartum recovery, and offering tips to support their personhood and autonomy in the hospital environment. In postpartum, she offers hands-on support to ensure parents are well-nourished, comfortable, and rested. Mothers can expect traditional postpartum recovery support such as warming meals, foot baths, and belly binding. Overall, her goal is to be a positive addition to every mother’s care team! ⮕ visit www.vabirthdoula.com for more info!

Labor support is powerful. And it’s evidence-based. Hi! My name is Jenny, and I’m a certified birth and postpartum doula serving families throughout the Denver area. Birth can feel overwhelming, exciting, vulnerable, empowering…and sometimes all of those at once. I believe every woman deserves continuous, respectful support during one of the most transformative experiences of her life. After the births of my five daughters, I saw firsthand how deeply continuous support can shape a birth experience. Becoming a doula felt like a natural next step. Whether you’re planning a home birth, hospital birth, epidural, unmedicated birth, or something in between, my role is to offer calm support, evidence-based information, hands-on comfort, and steady presence throughout your journey. I support your choices without judgment or pressure. Birth isn’t something to fear. It’s personal. Powerful. And deeply human. This is your body, your baby, and your birth. You already have everything you need inside you. I’m just here to help you trust it. Truly, Jenny

Hello families! My name is Becca, 45 years old, and I was born and raised in Portland, Oregon. I am very calm, loving, patient, responsible, and flexible.. Being a birth and postpartum doula is my passion and I find much happiness in this type of work! I have 20+years experience working as a nanny and early childhood education teacher. My education includes Postpartum and Birth Doula training in 2024 and a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education in 2003. I’m also a mother to a wonderful and brilliant twelve year old girl Amelia. I am very active and love the outdoors, hot yoga, healthy cooking/baking and being around animals. I prefer to work in the SW Portland/Tigard/Beaverton/ area but I’m able to travel to accommodate your needs.

I’m a caregiver who believes children thrive best when they feel safe, seen, and genuinely understood. I approach each child as a whole person—with their own personality, emotions, and way of learning—and I work to support them with patience, consistency, and respect. I value routines, clear communication, and creating calm, nurturing environments where children can explore, grow, and build confidence at their own pace. My philosophy is rooted in connection first. When children feel emotionally secure, everything else follows—learning, behavior, and independence. I partner closely with parents because consistency between home and care matters. I take pride in being dependable, attentive, and intentional in the way I show up each day. Caring for children isn’t just something I do—it’s work I take seriously, with heart and purpose.

My name is Jenn Bandy, and I am the owner of Destiny Doula. My Journey to Becoming a Doula: I was drawn to becoming a Birth Doula & Postpartum Doula because I saw firsthand the transformative impact of informed, compassionate support during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Having experienced [Personal Experience or Training], I realized how crucial it is to have a knowledgeable and caring guide throughout these stages. I support mothers as a birth doula before, during and after birth. As a postpartum doula, I support mom and baby(s) before and after baby arrives. I cover daytime and night shifts (overnight hours). Experience and Credentials: With ten years of dedicated service, I bring extensive experience to my role as your Birth Doula & Postpartum Doula. I am certified as a birth doula and postpartum doula. I have supported numerous families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. My experience has taught me how to provide holistic support that ensures you can truly enjoy each phase of this special journey. I get it, being pregnant and stepping into parenthood is a rollercoaster of feelings, from pure bliss to full-on panic mode. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. I’m here to offer you balance, comfort, and the comprehensive support you deserve. What Sets Me Apart: What sets me apart is my unwavering commitment to you. You’re not just another client; you are the heart of my practice. My goal is to ensure you feel empowered, heard, and supported throughout your pregnancy, birth, and beyond. What I Believe: I believe in caring for you as a whole person. My holistic approach addresses your physical, emotional, and informational needs, ensuring you feel empowered and prepared. My Approach: Personalized Support: My care is tailored to your unique needs, whether you’re a first-time parent or growing your family. I adapt my support to fit your journey and ensure you feel joy and confidence at every stage. Knowledgeable Care: I stay updated on the latest evidence-based practices in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. I bring you this knowledge, providing reliable information and guidance whenever you need it. Flexibility: Babies don’t operate on a 9 to 5 schedule, and neither do I. I offer daytime, nighttime, and even virtual support to fit your lifestyle, ensuring you always have the help you need. My Promise I promise you my unwavering support, providing guidance and care as you journey through pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Let's work together to make this a positive and empowering experience for you and your family.