Annie Lane

Raleigh, North Carolina

Annie Lane

9 years of experience

Hey, I'm Annie! I am a proud single mother to my beautiful son and extremely passionate Pre & Postnatal Corrective Exercise Specialist and soon to be Diastasis and Core Consultant. My passion for helping other moms and birthing people grew when I became pregnant at a challenging time in my life - 21 years old and in the middle of my Bachelor’s degree. It was the most uncertain, scary, and difficult time of my life yet I found a way to fully embrace it. As I began my education in the field of pre and postnatal wellness, I realized that there is a significant need which is simply that, WE NEED TO TAKE BETTER CARE OF THE WELL-BEING OF THOSE WHO ARE BIRTHING OUR NEXT GENERATIONS - our mothers and birthing people need, and deserve more. ⁣More resources, more education, more intentional whole-person care. My mission is to guide and educate others in how to cultivate vibrant birthing years in their own unique journey. ⁣ Thank you for joining in and I am SOO excited to begin this journey alongside you. 💛✨

Lindsay Perkinson

Raleigh, North Carolina

Lindsay Perkinson

5 years of experience

Hi friends! My name is Lindsay and I am a trained birth doula with a passion for helping people. I have held onto my certification for several years while working as a CNA, too afraid to be a part of something as monumental as childbirth. This all changed when I had my son in June of 2023 - I knew that I had more to offer than just an extra hand. I believe in the power of choice, the intuitive process of birth, and that we all need a little extra support in such vulnerable and transformative times in our lives.

Melanie Holmes

Raleigh, North Carolina

5.0 (1 review)

Melanie Holmes

15 years of experience

Hello and welcome! My name is Melanie and I am married to my husband Tyree! We live in Raleigh and have a beautiful daughter, Ava Brooke and a Chihuahua, Penelope. I enjoy listening to podcasts, shopping, exercising, and spending quality time with my little fam when I am not supporting my clients. I have 10+ years of experience with serving families in the triangle area. My background is in education as I have a B.S. degree in early childhood studies. I am a certified Labor and certified Postpartum and Infant Care doula. My goal as your doula is to honor your birth plan/goals, keep your space safe and comfortable, and to give you evidence based information so that you can make your own informed decisions. A few words to describe me are: calm, bubbly, nurturing, & supportive.

Recent review

Melanie was very kind and patient with me. She took the time to get to know me so that she could better understand me and my needs. Very professional and very supportive of me and my family.

- Tiffany H.

Trisha DeFelice

Raleigh, North Carolina

Trisha DeFelice

16 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi! I’m Trisha, a postpartum doula with a big heart for babies and the people who bring them into this world. I’ve spent over 15 years caring for little ones and supporting new families, and I truly believe that no one should have to walk this journey alone. Those early days (and nights!) with a newborn can be beautiful, overwhelming, and everything in between. I’m here to be a calm and steady presence, someone who shows up with open arms, a listening ear, and a helping hand. Through Melodies in Bloom Doula Services, I offer both daytime and overnight support. Whether you need extra rest, help with newborn care, or just someone to talk to during a 3 a.m. feeding, I’ve got you. My goal is to support you in a way that feels natural and empowering, like having a good friend who happens to know a lot about babies! You’ve got this… and I’ve got you.

Lindsay Osterhoudt

Raleigh, North Carolina

5.0 (6 reviews)

Lindsay Osterhoudt

9 years of experience

Hello! My name is Lindsay Osterhoudt and I live in Raleigh, NC. I was lucky enough to discover Hypnobabies during my first pregnancy, before the days of Facebook and Social Media! I believe if you don't know your options in birth then you don't have any options! I'm excited to share my knowledge of Hypnobabies with families so they can make the best decisions for themselves and their baby during pregnancy and birth. I am a registered Hypno-Doula through Hypnobabies® and a Hypnobabies® Childbirth Hypnosis Instructor. I have had the pleasure of teaching for seven years, teaching over 85+ families, as well as using Hypnobabies® for the birth of my own five children. Additionally, I'm a Body Ready Method Certified Birth Professional. I have been trained on how to help clients prepare their bodies to improve baby positioning and pelvic space. I've prepared with specific hands-on tools to encourage progress and address delays and I can help you advocate for the birth of your dreams!

Recent review

I wanted to be more informed for my second birth, so I took Lindsay's Hypnobabies course, and she was my doula. We met many times during my pregnancy because she was the one teaching the course. The support I received from Lindsay was truly incredible. Lindsay is very quick to respond. I could text her anytime and she would reply in 5 minutes. She is knowledgeable, and if she didn't know, she would get back to me without needing to ask. She truly goes the extra mile to help you make informed decisions. She is unbiased and non-judgmental, and advocates for bodily autonomy. I was amazed at how my hypnobabies training, combined with Lindsay's care during my labor, helped me stay calm and relaxed the entire time. I was so relaxed and comfortable that I had an unplanned home birth with Lindsay (no midwife)! Words can't capture how life-changing it was in the best possible way. I love how attentive she was in changing my position, giving hip squeezes, providing cold towels, and staying with us, holding my baby while we navigated the hospital visit, etc. She goes the extra mile for her clients. I would highly recommend her services and hypnobabies (they pair excellent together) to a friend if you're looking for a calm, unmedicated birth experience!

- Amber H.

Alyssa Smith

Raleigh, North Carolina

5.0 (2 reviews)

Alyssa Smith

6 years of experience

Hello! My name is Alyssa, and a I am a birth and postpartum doula with New Creation Birth Services out of Raleigh, NC! It is my joy to walk alongside families on their journeys into parenthood. It is my goal to listen and understand the needs and preferences of each family in order to help them have a confident, empowering, and fulfilling experience. Feel free to submit a request for me through our website or to reach out to me directly through email or phone. I look forward to serving you in any way I can!

Recent review

Alyssa was such a blessing! After going into labor, my husband and I were unsure about when to go to the hospital and what to do to help labor progress. Alyssa helped us labor at home for six hours before my water broke and we headed to the hospital. While we were at home she was such a great support. She helped me move around and change positions a lot more than I would have on my own. We walked up and down the stairs, knelt on all fours, and moved into different positions with the yoga ball. When I was moving around, Alyssa did counter pressure on my lower back which made a big difference as well. It was a relief to have her advice on when to call the midwife and in timing contractions. She stayed with me when I was admitted to the hospital and continued to help me move around into different positions in the hospital room and took turns with my husband and a friend doing counter pressure on my back. My labor was longer than expected which was scary at times, but Alyssa continued to be a big support as we made decisions. She helped remind me of what I had requested in my birth plan, and made sure I was aware and able to make an informed decision when the providers suggested deviations from the plan. Eventually my beautiful, healthy baby boy was born. Alyssa stayed with us for several hours after his birth to make sure we were doing well and getting a great start with nursing. A week after the birth she came back to our house and helped with our baby overnight so my husband and I could get some much needed sleep. It was a big help to have support postpartum, especially since we don’t have family nearby to help. Even if I was not planning to have an unmedicated birth, I would hire Alyssa again because it is such a comfort to have someone knowledgeable with you to assist during labor and with decision making.

- Shayna W.

Michelle Prince

Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina

Michelle Prince

23 years of experience

My name is Michelle and I have been a photographer in the Raleigh and Triangle for for over 15 years. My photography mostly focuses on children as I have never worked a day in my life that children were not part of that day. I worked in mental health and in schools before becoming a photographer. Additionally, I also ran an equine 4H program when I stepped out of a classroom. Working with the children and horses was very exciting. Some of my 4H studios even wanted photography lessons. They won ribbons at the 4H show with their photographs. First place of course… There is nothing more beautiful to photograph than a child. Children come in all ages. I specialize in the art of newborn photography and I love it. The newborn images are so sweet. Oh how I wish I had images like this of my own children to hang on the wall. I have two wonderful children myself, Taylor and Zach, and am so happy to have recorded much of their lives with my camera. Before I started shooting professionally, I paid a wonderful local photographer, Lundie, to do this for me. Many of her beautiful images are displayed in my home. It’s so wonderful to go back in time by looking at these images. Having worked with children my entire life helps me to form quick relationships with the wonderful little people that I photograph. God gave me a special gift. I have always known that my gift was the ability to interact with young people in a way that makes them feel heard, important and valued. Many parents have commented that their children, even the shy ones, seem to warm up to me quickly. I love photographing high school seniors as well. We always have a great time at the sessions. I am adventurous and creative which tends to appeal to teenagers. We always scout out unique locations so that their high school senior images are unique and tell a story about them.

Makayla Valdez

Raleigh, North Carolina

5.0 (3 reviews)

Makayla Valdez

4 years of experience

Makayla is passionate about helping and supporting others in need, women’s/general pelvic health, mental health, and physical health. Her background is comprised of an array of areas such as: fitness, pelvic health, and non-medical postpartum education/advice. Makayla is a University of North Carolina at Pembroke alumna, and has a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. She has also worked as a Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Technician for over 2 years and is now a trained postpartum doula through DONA.

Recent review

We acquired Makayla's postpartum services for the birth of our second child and it was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made! Despite being experienced parents, juggling the constant needs of a newborn and toddler with all of our daily household responsibilities was really challenging. Having Makayla support us a few days or nights a week to help with light household chores, meal prep and baby-wearing in addition to all the education and care she provides, really helped maintain our sanity, helped us recharge and also allowed us one on one quality time with our toddler (which can be difficult to achieve!). It was so nice to have someone come over to look after this very tired Mom and give her a break for a change! The overnight shifts were a tremendous lifesaver as well, giving everyone much needed continuous rest and energy. Her breadth of knowledge and experience were helpful refreshers and great advice for us to ensure quality care for our sons. Makayla truly is amazing and transitioned right into being our default babysitter, the only one we trust with both kids.

- Franziska V.

Tracy Crockett CPD, CNC, IFS

Fuquay Varina, North Carolina

Tracy Crockett CPD, CNC, IFS

22 years of experience

CAPPA Certified Postpartum Doula, ProDoula Infant Feeding Specialist, Certified Child Sleep Institute Night Coach & Holistic Sleep Coach Insured and BLS/CPR Certified Twins and Triplets are my specialty Tracy is the founder and owner of Sweet Dreams Doula. Her extensive 17+ year background working in Pediatrics, Neonatal Intensive Care and Labor & Delivery launched her career as a Postpartum Doula. Tracy's experience and education has set her apart as a highly sought after authority in the field. It is her passion to nurture, support, encourage and educate as a Certified Postpartum Doula, Sleep Coach and Infant Feeding Specialist. Helping new families navigate their first few months brings her immeasurable joy and fulfillment.

Tiirini Hill

Raleigh, North Carolina

Tiirini Hill

12 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Tiirini Hill MSN , PMHNP-BC is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 8 years of psychiatric Nursing experience . She has worked with most populations from adolescents to geriatrics . Tiirini has worked in a variety of mental health settings such as inpatient , outpatient , home health care , group home and prison psychiatry . Tiirini will become certified in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders later this year . She has a special focus on women before, during and after pregnancy . 1 in 5 moms will experience some type of perinatal mood and anxiety disorder. Black women are more likely to experience perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and less likely to get treatment.Mental health in the United States is under valued, especially in the black community . Tiirini would like to help bridge that gap by making access to mental health care more accessible .Tiirini will be seeing patients aged 13 and older . Her services aren’t limited to women and teenage girls . She can see men as well. If you’re looking for a provider that will genuinely listen to your needs , concerns and collaborate with you to make a individualized treatment plan , Tiirini is the provider for you .

Stacey Griffin

Raleigh, North Carolina

Stacey Griffin

I am a birth and postpartum doula dedicated to supporting and empowering families throughout their unique birth journey. My role is to provide compassionate, non judgmental care, offering emotional, physical, and informational support before, during, and after birth. I believe every family deserves to feel informed, confident, and respected in their choices, I am honored to walk alongside you as you welcome your baby and transition into this new chapter with strength and support.

Andrea Vance

Fuquay Varina, North Carolina

Andrea Vance

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi, I’m Andrea, the face behind Raleigh Oak Lactation. As a North Carolina native and IBCLC, my passion is helping moms feel supported, understood, and confident in their feeding journey. I know how overwhelming those first weeks can feel, which is why I bring not just advanced training, but also compassion, encouragement, and real-life support for you and your baby. The best part? Every appointment is completely covered by insurance. No copays, no cost to you, just expert care and someone by your side. If you’re looking for a lactation consultant who truly listens, celebrates your wins, and helps you through the tough moments, I’d love to be that support. Come visit my website and let me come to you! www.RaleighoakLactation.com

Jessica Horton

Sanford, North Carolina

Jessica Horton

19 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Dear Trinity believes everyone who desires a birthing companion should have one regardless of affordability. We are equipped with the tools to support birthing people through the entire spectrum of life (Full Spectrum Doula/Birthworker) and have true hearts for the dedication of birth and 4th Trimester/Post-Partum care. Every family will have a tailored birthing experience with us and we are so glad to be considered to be apart of your journey. Currently 3 birth workers and a peer support specialist dedicated to the support of the non-birthing partner/person is within Dear Trinity. We have been in 13 counties across North Carolina as well as 1 in South Carolina and expanding to Maryland in the Spring of 2024. We welcome all who would like to feel confident and free to birth the way their hearts desire.

Kelsie Hartley

Sanford, North Carolina

Kelsie Hartley

2 years of experience

Hello! I am Kelsie, a Catholic wife and mother of six. I am also a Certified Birth Doula and Childbirth Educator. My interest in birth started when I became pregnant with my first child and has only increased during my subsequent pregnancies and births. ​​​ As a Catholic Christian, I believe that how we bring our babies into the world matters! I want to help women have an empowering entrance into motherhood that is influenced by their own instincts, the latest research, and covered in prayer. ​ When I am not working as a doula you can find me reading a novel with a cup of coffee or podcasting and writing at Reading Revisited.

Amanda Aina

Wake Forest, North Carolina

Amanda Aina

5 years of experience

Hi! I'm Amanda—wife, mom of four, birth doula, fertility doula, and a certified Christian childbirth educator. I've walked this road personally and professionally, and I know how much calm, clear guidance and steady support can mean during this season. I'm passionate about women's reproductive health and the full journey to motherhood, from preconception and pregnancy to birth and the fourth trimester.

Danielle Vaughan

Wake Forest, North Carolina

Danielle Vaughan

16 years of experience

I'm a mom of 2 girls and been a practicing physical therapist for over 10 years. I work with women during pregnancy and postpartum (once postpartum, always postpartum) to address pain, pelvic floor dysfunction, restoring the core, diastasis recti, and any bladder or bowel issues. I love connecting with this community, and helping women get back to what they love to do!

Hannah Carrington

Wake Forest, North Carolina

5.0 (1 review)

Hannah Carrington

6 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I am a certified holistic health practitioner and postpartum doula— my passion is helping mamas learn to care for themselves and their babies in every season. I specialize in nutrition specifically for women who are trying to get pregnant, pregnant women, and postpartum health. Join me in discovering the hundreds of ways you can nourish your body in order to create a warm, healthy environment for your baby to grow well. I’m all about creating habits that will last you a lifetime – one change at a time.

Recent review

Hannah is absolutely wonderful. She has a nurturing character and loves to go above and beyond what is expected of her. She loves children very much and has been a great support to her parents as the eldest sibling of 6. She is a hard worker and dedicated to whatever task is laid before her. She also loves to cook (and is really good at it) and bake all manner of sour dough items. She is quick and efficient. She is a respectful young lady who strives to do her best in all she sets her hands to.

- MELINDA C.

Sammy Dial

Broadway, North Carolina

Sammy Dial

4 years of experience

Hello! My name is Samantha, and I’m the owner and doula behind Magnolia Moonlight Birth. I proudly serve the Triangle area and surrounding counties, providing support and empowerment to birthing families through every stage of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. As a Lumbee Native American woman and a lifelong North Carolinian, I’ve witnessed firsthand the unique health challenges faced by our communities, and I’m deeply passionate about bridging the gaps in women’s healthcare. With seven years of experience in the medical field, I understand the importance of giving families the knowledge and support they need to make informed choices. I offer a variety of services to meet each family’s unique needs, whether they’re planning an unmedicated birth, a medicated birth, an induction, or a C-section. Through Magnolia Moonlight Birth, I provide comprehensive birth packages that include prenatal education, continuous labor support, and thorough postpartum care. I believe in empowering families to advocate for themselves and find their voice in their birthing experiences. It’s my goal to walk beside you and your family, ensuring that you feel prepared, heard, and supported through this incredible journey.

Alisha Diggs

Garner, North Carolina

Alisha Diggs

6 years of experience

Hi, my name is Alisha, and I have a passion for parents, their families, and their new little ones. I love being able to help everyone adjust to their new roles, and lives. I also love cooking and feeding families, in order to allow them more bonding time together.

Crystal Lange

Knightdale, North Carolina

Crystal Lange

6 years of experience

I am a birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, and placenta encapsulation specialist that has a heart to serve birthing women and families. I want to provide birthing individuals with informational, emotional, and physical support. Empowering women and families with evidence-based information that will enable them to make the best informed choices for them and their families.