Tracy Benson

Bristol, Wisconsin

Tracy Benson

21 years of experience

I help exhausted parents teach their children to sleep independently through the night so they can approach their days with focus, energy, and joy.

Chrishon Reed

Griffith, Indiana

Chrishon Reed

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

As a Full Spectrum doula, I provide emotional, physical, and informational support to families during the transformative journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and the early postpartum period. I provide a calming presence, offering personalized care that respects each family’s unique preferences and values. I am here to ensure parents feel empowered, informed, and nurtured, focusing on building trust, reducing stress, and guiding them toward a positive experience. My philosophy is grounded in a belief in the power of informed choice, advocating for families to feel in control of their birth experience. I support a range of birth preferences, from medicated to unmedicated, hospital births to home births. At the core of my philosophy is a deep respect for each family’s wishes and an emphasis on creating a compassionate, safe, and supportive space. I value a gentle, patient approach, trusting in the natural birth process while also being open to the ways medical care can support it when necessary.

Kristin English

Kenosha, Wisconsin

Kristin English

7 years of experience

Hey, there mama! Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Kristin, a Wisconsin native, wife, friend, and doula! In my free time, I enjoy traveling, cooking, and spending time with my family. I have been "doulaing" since I can remember in the sense that I have always been passionate about serving, comforting, and supporting new moms and their sweet babies! I have been professionally trained by DONA International and CAPPA to provide continuous and unwavering support to you and your family before, during, and after your birth. I am a firm believer that every birth is a sacred time that displays the amazing strength of the human body and that every woman deserves to be heard, informed, and empowered during this wonderful time.

Nicole Santana

Rockford, Illinois

Nicole Santana

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Our practice provides lactation support from pregnancy to weaning and beyond. With additional training in pumping and oral restrictions. Our goal is to help you to reach your goals.

Gwen Alderks

Kenosha, Wisconsin

Gwen Alderks

16 years of experience

Mother of 8, grandmother of 8 (so far), aunt, sister, daughter —that’s Gwen! Teaching childbirth and Spinning Babies® classes, mentoring new doulas, facilitating a birth worker collective, and attending births has been my passion the last 10+ years. How can I serve you?

Ashleigh Richmond

Kenosha, Wisconsin

Ashleigh Richmond

12 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Guiding Mothers Lactation is an IBCLC lactation consultant practice offering both home and office visits. Service coverage includes Kenosha, Racine, Milwaukee and Lake County, IL. I am Ashleigh Richmond and I would be honored to have you choose me to assist you on your breastfeeding journey. I believe that all families, no matter how they choose to feed their babies, should be given all the information needed to make informed decisions and to be supported in those choices. It is this knowledge that gives you the power to do what is right for your own family.

Andria Smith

Bourbonnais, Illinois

Andria Smith

15 years of experience

I am a dedicated and caring newborn care specialist with over 14 years of experience. I have provided exceptional care from newborns to teens in home settings, vacations, church outings, mission trips, and extracurricular activities. Skilled in creating a safe and nurturing environment, implementing educational activities and fostering positive relationships. I will care for your kids as if they were my own and give them my full divided attention.

Ameshia Carpenter

Rockford, Illinois

Ameshia Carpenter

21 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Ameshia Carpenter is a devoted mother of five, a certified nurse’s assistant, and the proud author of Surviving Autism. As a BIPOC woman, she brings a deep sense of cultural awareness, empathy, and strength to every space she enters—especially in her calling as a certified birth and postpartum doula. While she finds immense joy in supporting families through pregnancy and birth, Ameshia holds a special place in her heart for the postpartum period—a time she believes deserves far more care and attention than it often receives. With compassion at the core of her work, she provides nurturing, judgment-free support for mothers and families as they navigate the early days of newborn life. Ameshia is passionate about educating others on the reality of postpartum depression, helping new mothers understand their emotions and experiences, and assuring them that they are not alone—and certainly not “crazy.” Her presence brings calm and clarity, offering both emotional and practical support during one of life’s most tender transitions. Whether it's preparing nourishing meals, tidying the home, folding laundry, entertaining older siblings, or simply holding the baby so mom can sleep or shower in peace, Ameshia shows up ready to serve with love and dedication. She is also available for overnight care, providing comfort and stability through the long hours of the night. With a heart for healing, a gift for service, and lived experience as both a mother and a woman of color, Ameshia Carpenter is a powerful and grounding presence for any family she supports

Maggie Flanagan

Loves Park, Illinois

Maggie Flanagan

4 years of experience

I am a birth doula based in Northern Illinois. I specialize in providing compassionate and evidence-based care to birthing people and their families. Preparing and educating yourself on labor and birth is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your baby. I'm here to help you prepare with confidence. During labor and birth, I provide comfort, encouragement, and support. Beyond birth, I offer continuous postpartum care. I'm committed to creating a sacred birthing space and advocating for your choices, ensuring your voice is heard and respected throughout the process.

Kaela Ferguson

Rockford, Illinois

Kaela Ferguson

3 years of experience

Hi, I’m Kaela your friendly Postpartum doula. I am looking for client to help them on their new journey in life.

Rachel Ennes

Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Rachel Ennes

4 years of experience

My journey to becoming a postpartum doula and lactation counselor began after experiencing the lack of support from medical staff when my first son was born. This personal experience ignited my passion to ensure that other mothers do not feel the same sense of isolation and overwhelm. I am dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive support to new mothers. My goal is to help women heal from their birth experience, feel confident in their new role, and not feel alone during this crucial time. Through my services, I strive to create a nurturing environment where mothers can thrive, bond with their babies, and access the guidance they need for a successful breastfeeding journey.