Find Postpartum Doula Jobs Near Battle Creek, MI

I plan to give birth at Bronson hospital I plan only to use what is covered by tricare insurance Birth plan is to be natural however go to pain management if needed but not wanting an epidural No traction for birthing placenta No episiotomy Want to have access to shower/tub for pain Calm environment

This is my first birth and we are giving birth away from home (our families are in Chicago) so I’m looking for extra support and guidance. We will be giving birth at Sparrow hospital. My goals are to avoid C-section (if possible), avoid any invasive tools or unnecessary procedures and avoid epidural (if possible). I’m open to someone with less experience and I am unsure on a budget at this time.

We are currently exploring doula services for the birth of our first child and are looking for a supportive, knowledgeable provider who aligns with our values and needs. We are planning a hospital birth in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area. Our estimated due date is around [insert due date], and we would like support during labor, delivery, and potentially postpartum. Our budget is flexible depending on services offered, but we are ideally looking in the range of $800–$2,000 for birth doula services. We are open to discussing packages and payment plans if available. Our birth plan is to have a calm, supportive, and informed experience. While we are open to medical interventions if necessary, we would prefer a low-intervention birth if possible. Emotional support, guidance with pain management techniques, and advocacy during labor are very important to us. We are especially interested in someone who can help us feel confident and prepared, as this is our first pregnancy following IVF. For the provider, we are looking for someone who: Is a certified doula (DONA, CAPPA, or equivalent preferred) Has at least 2–3 years of experience or has attended multiple births Is comfortable supporting first-time parents Has strong communication skills and a calming presence Bonus if you have experience with IVF pregnancies or high-emotion journeys Bonus if you speak an additional language (not required, but appreciated) Regarding care details: This will be a newborn (first child) No known special medical needs at this time We are interested in guidance on feeding (open to breastfeeding support, but flexible) We may also be interested in additional support, such as: Light postpartum support Newborn care education Basic guidance on sleep routines Light household help (e.g., simple meal prep or tidying), depending on availability Our insurance provider is [insert provider + plan], though we understand doula services may not always be covered. We are open to any documentation needed for reimbursement if applicable. Overall, we are looking for someone who feels like a good personal fit—supportive, knowledgeable, and able to guide us through this experience with confidence and care.

Hello! I’m looking for a doula available to support a hospital birth. I am currently planning on delivering at Metro Hospital. This is my first pregnancy and I want to do everything I can to help myself be supported during the birth, and after a lot of research I think having a doula present would give me that added assurance that I would have someone ‘on my team’ that could help me advocate for myself along the way.