Candace Stewart
Category
Birth & Postpartum Doula
Average star rating
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Experience
20 years
Candace Stewart
Birth & Postpartum Doula
20 years of experience
N/A
Tacoma, Washington
Candace Stewart
Birth & Postpartum Doula
Tacoma, Washington
20 years of experience
About me
RN-led care for fertility, birth, postpartum, and lactation. At Compass Doula & Lactation, I offer compassionate, evidence-based support for every stage of your reproductive journey. As a Registered Nurse, Certified Lactation Counselor, and experienced birth and postpartum doula, I provide personalized care that blends clinical knowledge with nurturing, hands-on guidance. Whether you’re trying to conceive, preparing for labor, recovering after birth, or navigating breastfeeding, I’m here to support you with expertise, empathy, and respect.
Education
Registered Nurse (2014)
Certification and training
DONA Birth Doula Training (2003)
DONA Birth Doula Training (2005)
WA State Certified Birth Doula (2025)
Certified Lactation Counselor: ALPP & The Healthy Children's Project (2024)
Credentials
CLC
RN
Specialties
Abnormal Bleeding
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Birth and Lactation
Birth Doula
Birth Support
Breastfeeding Assistance and Support
Breastfeeding Consultation
Breastfeeding Support
Building Healthy Communication
Childbirth Education
Contraception and Family Planning
Endometriosis
Evidence-Based Care
Family Planning
Fibroids
General Pediatrics
Gynecology
Healthy Eating
Home Birth
Hospital Birth
Hysteroscopy
Infant Care
Infertility
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Labor Doula
Labor Monitrice
Lactation Consultation
Lactation Home Visits
Latch Issues
LGBTQ+
Low Milk Supply/Over Supply
Mindfulness
Natural Birth
Natural Childbirth
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Newborn Care
Newborn Prep
Nipple and Breast Pain
Overnight Newborn Care
Parenting
Parenting Support
Postpartum Care
Postpartum Doula Care
Postpartum Life
Preconception
Pregnancy Complications
Pregnancy Loss
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapy
Prenatal Lactation Education
Prenatal Life
Preventative Care
Recurrent Miscarriages
Relaxation Techniques
Reproductive and Parenting
Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc)
Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum
Support in Pregnancy Loss
Telehealth
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
Languages
English
Service introduction
RN-led care for fertility, birth, postpartum, and lactation. At Compass Doula & Lactation, I offer compassionate, evidence-based support for every stage of your reproductive journey. As a Registered Nurse, Certified Lactation Counselor, and experienced birth and postpartum doula, I provide personalized care that blends clinical knowledge with nurturing, hands-on guidance. Whether you’re trying to conceive, preparing for labor, recovering after birth, or navigating breastfeeding, I’m here to support you with expertise, empathy, and respect.
Packages
Birth Doula Support
Our professional birth support includes but is not limited to:
✔️ Two 60-min prenatal visits to discuss birth preferences and comfort measures
✔️ Support creating and writing up a “Birth Plan”
✔️ Curated guidance for your partner or support person
✔️ Phone/Text/Email support throughout pregnancy and 2-weeks postpartum
✔️ 24/7 on-call availability starting at 38 weeks pregnancy through birth of baby
✔️ In-person labor support through 2 hours after the birth of your baby
✔️ Immediate postpartum assistance with initiation of skin to skin and breastfeeding
✔️ One postpartum follow-up visit to see how you and baby are adjusting (60 min)
✔️ Access to our Birth Doula Client Resource Library
Perfect for parents wanting full support, education, and advocacy during labor and birth.
$2,800.00
USD Flat rate
Postpartum Doula Support
Our professional Postpartum Doula Support includes but is not limited to:
✔️ Physical and emotional support of mom and partner (listening to your birth story, fears, frustrations, concerns; monitoring your postpartum recovery)
✔️ Baby care education and support by modeling/teaching you the basics of newborn care (understanding babies cues, sleep cycles, bathing, swaddling etc…)
✔️ Breastfeeding Support: Lactation & infant feeding support from a Board Certified Lactation Counselor
✔️ Nutrition: Preparing simple, nutritious snacks in home for mom
✔️ Light housework related to mom and baby (such as baby’s laundry, cleaning up after baby’s bath time, straightening up nursery, washing bottles/pump parts)
✔️ Recognizing what is beyond the scope of “normal” and connecting you with community resources and if necessary referrals to your provider.
✔️ Virtual Support: Via telephone, text, email
✔️ Access to our Postpartum Doula Client Resource Library: As part of your care, you’ll receive access to a collection of personalized resources covering postpartum recovery, newborn care, emotional wellness and developmental milestones.
Daytime Support: $65/hour
Nighttime Support: $75/hour
All daytime shifts have a 4-hour minimum; overnight shifts 8-hour minimum
$65.00
USD Per hour
The Compass RN Package
The Compass RN Package – Personalized RN Consultations
In a one-hour private virtual consultation, you’ll receive personalized guidance on a range of topics to help you feel confident in your pregnancy, birth, and early parenting journey. The consultation may cover, but is not limited to:
Pregnancy & Birth Support
Guidance on navigating pregnancy uncertainties
Assistance in creating a personalized birth and/or postpartum plan
Review of common medical interventions, including risks, benefits, and options
Instruction on comfort measures and labor techniques for early labor
Postpartum & Recovery Support
Assistance in processing your birth experience
Guidance on the fourth trimester, including postpartum recovery and newborn adjustment
Support for mom’s healing and baby’s transition to life outside of the womb
Newborn & Early Parenting Guidance
Evidence-based support for newborn care and soothing techniques
Infant sleep strategies and developmental milestone insights
Guidance on teething and starting solids
Identifying and managing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders
Parenting doesn’t come with an instruction manual, but with my virtual nurse consultation services, you’ll gain the knowledge and confident to make informed decisions that best support your family.
$75 per hour
$75.00
USD Per hour
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Birth Doula Support
Our professional birth support includes but is not limited to:
✔️ Two 60-min prenatal visits to discuss birth preferences and comfort measures
✔️ Support creating and writing up a “Birth Plan”
✔️ Curated guidance for your partner or support person
✔️ Phone/Text/Email support throughout pregnancy and 2-weeks postpartum
✔️ 24/7 on-call availability starting at 38 weeks pregnancy through birth of baby
✔️ In-person labor support through 2 hours after the birth of your baby
✔️ Immediate postpartum assistance with initiation of skin to skin and breastfeeding
✔️ One postpartum follow-up visit to see how you and baby are adjusting (60 min)
✔️ Access to our Birth Doula Client Resource Library
Perfect for parents wanting full support, education, and advocacy during labor and birth.
$2,800.00
USD Flat rate
Postpartum Doula Support
Our professional Postpartum Doula Support includes but is not limited to:
✔️ Physical and emotional support of mom and partner (listening to your birth story, fears, frustrations, concerns; monitoring your postpartum recovery)
✔️ Baby care education and support by modeling/teaching you the basics of newborn care (understanding babies cues, sleep cycles, bathing, swaddling etc…)
✔️ Breastfeeding Support: Lactation & infant feeding support from a Board Certified Lactation Counselor
✔️ Nutrition: Preparing simple, nutritious snacks in home for mom
✔️ Light housework related to mom and baby (such as baby’s laundry, cleaning up after baby’s bath time, straightening up nursery, washing bottles/pump parts)
✔️ Recognizing what is beyond the scope of “normal” and connecting you with community resources and if necessary referrals to your provider.
✔️ Virtual Support: Via telephone, text, email
✔️ Access to our Postpartum Doula Client Resource Library: As part of your care, you’ll receive access to a collection of personalized resources covering postpartum recovery, newborn care, emotional wellness and developmental milestones.
Daytime Support: $65/hour
Nighttime Support: $75/hour
All daytime shifts have a 4-hour minimum; overnight shifts 8-hour minimum
$65.00
USD Per hour
The Compass RN Package
The Compass RN Package – Personalized RN Consultations
In a one-hour private virtual consultation, you’ll receive personalized guidance on a range of topics to help you feel confident in your pregnancy, birth, and early parenting journey. The consultation may cover, but is not limited to:
Pregnancy & Birth Support
Guidance on navigating pregnancy uncertainties
Assistance in creating a personalized birth and/or postpartum plan
Review of common medical interventions, including risks, benefits, and options
Instruction on comfort measures and labor techniques for early labor
Postpartum & Recovery Support
Assistance in processing your birth experience
Guidance on the fourth trimester, including postpartum recovery and newborn adjustment
Support for mom’s healing and baby’s transition to life outside of the womb
Newborn & Early Parenting Guidance
Evidence-based support for newborn care and soothing techniques
Infant sleep strategies and developmental milestone insights
Guidance on teething and starting solids
Identifying and managing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders
Parenting doesn’t come with an instruction manual, but with my virtual nurse consultation services, you’ll gain the knowledge and confident to make informed decisions that best support your family.
$75 per hour
$75.00
USD Per hour
natal Lactation Prep
Prenatal Lactation Prep:
This is a private, one-on-one breastfeeding class, tailored just for you.
$150 / 60 minutes
For expectant parents wanting a personalized breastfeeding class, this session helps you feel confident and prepared before your baby arrives. We’ll discuss your infant feeding goals, what to expect with newborn feeding patterns, how to establish a healthy milk supply, comfortable nursing positions, and what a good latch looks like. I’ll also answer your questions and ease any concerns you have about breastfeeding.
LOCATION: At your home or virtually via Google Meet or Zoom
$150.00
USD Flat rate
1:1 Fertility Medication Injection Training
For those who are beginning fertility treatments and need guidance on administering your medications, this class will ensure you are confident and prepared. Whether you’re learning to self-administer injections or a partner will be assisting, this session provides hands-on-training, trouble shooting, and personalized support to ensure a smooth experience. The class includes the following:
Injection Technique Training: Hands on guidance for preparing and administering fertility injections (e.g., progesterone, gonadotropins, lovenox).
Safe & Confident Self Administration: Learn proper needle handling, mixing medications, and reducing discomfort.
Partner Training: If a partner will be assisting, they will receive step-by-step instructions for safe and comfortable administration.
Troubleshooting & Q&A: Address common concerns, side effects, and best practices for successful injections.
Customized to Your Medication Protocol: Tailored to your specific treatment plan, whether for IUI, IVF, or other fertility treatments.
This can be added to either the Fertility Essentials Package or the Fertility Comprehensive Package for seamless support throughout your fertility treatments.
Pricing Options:
Private One on One Training (60-min, in-person): $150
Couples/Partner Training (75-min, includes partner instructions): $175
Additional Add-Ons:
Follow-Up Support Call (30 min virtual check-in for troubleshooting common hurdles) $50
$150.00
USD Flat rate
Fertility Foundations Consultation
Our professional Fertility Doula Support includes:
✔️ Single 90-minute consultation to better understand your current situation and goals.
✔️ Pre-Appointment Preparation: Understand what to expect at your initial fertility consultation, discuss key questions to ask your provider, and review relevant medical history.
✔️ Recommended Lab & Testing Overview: Learn about important lab tests and diagnostics that may be helpful to request based on your unique health and fertility goals.
✔️ Cycle & Ovulation Tracking: Guidance on identifying fertile windows, tracking ovulation, and maximizing conception chances naturally or with medical assistance.
✔️ Lifestyle & Nutritional Support: Recommendations on diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes to support reproductive health.
✔️ Emotional Support: Navigating the mental and emotional aspects of trying to conceive, including stress management and partner communication strategies.
✔️ Guidance on Next Steps: Understanding potential fertility treatment options, from timed intercourse cycles to IUI/IVF, and how to advocate for your care.
Package Options:
Fertility Foundations Package: $375 For those just beginning their journey or wanting to explore options.
Includes:
1 Intake Consultation (60 minutes, Zoom or in-person)
One Follow-Up Coaching Session (45-minutes)
Basic cycle tracking & fertility awareness education
Fertility nutrition & lifestyle guide (PDF)
2-weeks of email/text support
$375.00
USD Flat rate
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