Hello! My name is JoAnna Massey, a certified birth doula and mother of three, serving the greater Chattanooga area from my home base in Ringgold, Georgia. I am passionate about helping families navigate birth with confidence, believing that it is a beautiful and transformative experience. I am committed to helping you create memories that will last a lifetime. I understand that birth is a unique and personal experience for every family. I take the time to get to know you and your needs, developing a personalized support plan that meets you where you are. I have a wealth of knowledge and experience, providing evidence-based information and hands-on support throughout your pregnancy, labor, and postpartum period. Whether you are dreaming of a home birth or a hospital birth, I am there to support you. I will be your trusted advocate, helping you to make informed decisions about your care and ensuring that your voice is heard. I will also be there to offer physical and emotional support during labor, helping you to stay calm and centered. After your baby is born, I will continue to support you and your family during the postpartum period. I can offer breastfeeding support, postpartum care tips, and emotional support as you adjust to parenthood. My goal is to ensure you have a safe, positive, and empowering birth experience, no matter what.

With over 20 years of experience and more than 1,000 babies safely delivered, Michelle Ray is a highly skilled and compassionate Certified Professional Midwife serving families in the Chattanooga area. Michelle believes that birth is a sacred, natural process and that every woman deserves to feel empowered, supported, and deeply respected throughout her journey. Her care is centered on informed choice — helping families understand their options so they can make the decisions that feel right for them. She is passionate about creating a safe and peaceful home birth environment where mothers feel confident, calm, and surrounded by love. Drawing on her extensive experience and gentle presence, Michelle provides both the clinical skill and the emotional support families need to welcome their babies with safety, grace, and joy.

Hey there! My name is Emily Vanderoef and I’m a Certified Birth Doula. Whether you got here by accident or on purpose, I’m so glad you have taken time to read this! Hiring a doula is no small thing and I am honored by your consideration! My passion for women's health and birth stems from my personal experiences and observations. Over the years, I have witnessed the beauty and natural process of childbirth. Having first been present for the births of several friends and family members. It was this, that inspired me to deepen my knowledge and skills. This led me to pursue my certification as a doula, so that I could support and guide expecting mothers all over, through this transformative, magical journey. I believe that every woman deserves to have an empowering birth experience, and I am dedicated to providing the compassionate care and assistance to make that a reality. My passion is for helping others on their own unique path to motherhood.

As a mother of three, including one beautiful home birth, I understand the sacred, life-changing journey of bringing a baby into the world. My own experiences with birth and postpartum have taught me the deep value of gentle presence, practical support, and emotional care. Through Starla’s Sacred Hands, I offer weekend birth and postpartum assistance — from helping prepare the home, caring for siblings, and nourishing new parents, to simply holding space in those tender early moments. I believe every family deserves to feel seen, supported, and safe as they step into this new chapter.

Hello! My name is Amanda Millsap. I’m a midwive’s assistant turned doula. I think my experience is a little bit unique in the fact that I attended around 60 home births before I ever helped parents out in a hospital setting. I have since become quite familiar with the hospitals in Chattanooga and Dalton, and have worked with many providers in these areas. I have a compiled list of other providers also. For example, chiropractors, pelvic floor therapist, massage therapist and more. It is my goal to provide you with education surrounding parenthood, help you and your family navigate through unfamiliar territory, and hopefully help you feel confident in your decisions. I look forward to becoming a member of your team!

Hi Mommas! I'm an experienced Christian Birth Doula serving Northwest Georgia and the Chattanooga/Cleveland Tennessee area. I have supported women through a variety of birth paths, and I am passionate about women receiving the support and education they need to feel empowered and prepared through their pregnancy, birth and postpartum experiences. You can learn more about me on my website www.heavenshelpinghandsdoula.com , and I am never too busy for a complimentary consultation to see if I'm a good fit for you.

Hello! My name is Ailena, and I am a dedicated and nurturing caregiver with over 2 years of professional nanny experience, including caring for infants with special medical needs. In addition, I have 5+ years of babysitting experience across different ages, which has given me a strong foundation in supporting children through each stage of development. I am certified in CPR and First Aid, and I take safety and attentiveness very seriously. In my previous roles, I have provided not only loving care but also help with daily routines such as feeding, diapering, sleep schedules, and gentle preschool activities. I am also comfortable with light cooking, cleaning, transportation, and ever overnight care when needed. My goal is to create a safe, calm, and supportive environment for newborns while also giving parents peace of mind. I truly enjoy building strong, trusting relationships with families and feel honored to be a part of a child's earliest milestones. I would love to connect and see how I can best support your family!

When I had my second child and my fair share of breastfeeding struggles, I decided to use my nursing education as a basis for studying to become an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant after I was inspired by my own favorite IBCLC to help others. I have been certified with IBLCE since 2017 and have personal experience breastfeeding for a total of six years so far! (3.5 years with my first child, 2 years with my second child, and almost fifteen months with our new baby!) After over nine years of caring for the tiniest babies in the Chattanooga, TN area, I decided to found Nourish & Nurture to pursue my dream of being a lactation consultant in an outpatient setting. Breastfeeding comes with both joys and struggles, and I want to be available to mothers as a form of support wherever they are in their breastfeeding journey whether that's with learning the process, troubleshooting, pumping, or weaning.

As an experienced nurse, IBCLC , mom and grandmother I have a sincere appreciation for comprehensive lactation care. My goal is to listen, understand, educate and inspire you to achieve YOUR feeding goals.

After going through multiple pregnancy losses and receiving support from other women, I knew that I wanted to learn how to support women through labor and birth, both in the extreme highs and extreme lows of that journey. I was trained in 2018 and have been practicing ever since! My doula career began in San Antonio and is now continuing in middle Tennessee, where I live with my husband and 3 beautiful children. I truly see doula work as a calling and ministry. I am passionate about empowering and supporting women, and I would love to walk alongside you in your pregnancy and birth!

Hi, I’m Jenette I’m a wife, and a mother of seven. I’m honored to be someone you can count on during one of the most important moments of your life. I truly understand the strength, courage, and love that birth brings out in you. My own birth experiences showed me just how powerful it is to have someone calm, loving, and experienced by your side—someone who really sees you, supports you, and stays with you through every moment. With 14 years of personal and professional experience, I bring certified expertise as a Full-Spectrum Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator, Lactation Counselor, and Medical Assistant to every family I support. I combine compassionate care with solid knowledge. But even more than my certifications, it’s my personal birth journey, struggles, and life lessons that shape how I support you. I understand the strength and vulnerability that birth brings, and I use that understanding to comfort and empower every family I work with. I take a holistic approach to care, supporting the whole mother and family—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Whether you’re birthing in a hospital or at home, my goal is to help you feel informed, empowered, and spiritually grounded throughout your journey. Hospital Births I help you navigate policies while advocating for your natural, informed choices, ensuring you feel confident and respected in every decision. Home Births I provide full support and education so you and your family feel prepared, nurtured, and fully supported in the birth experience you desire. I also help partners and loved ones feel involved, informed, and confident in their roles. Together, we create a loving, supportive space for everyone as you welcome your baby. I approach every birth with reverence and prayerfulness, walking with you as your steady advocate and calm guide. My goal is to help you find strength, peace, and confidence, no matter how your birth unfolds. Whether you’re planning a home birth, hospital birth, or something in between, I want to help you feel prepared, empowered, and truly supported every step of the way. I offer both virtual and in-person support, so no matter where you are, you can receive thoughtful, compassionate care tailored to your family. Postpartum Support After birth, I’m still here. I provide breastfeeding support, newborn care guidance, and a listening ear, walking with you through the postpartum period and helping your family transition with confidence and care. Choosing your birth support is deeply personal. If you want someone who will stand by your side with kindness, skill, and faith, I would be honored to be there for you. Let’s walk this beautiful journey together with Shiphrah Birth & Beyond.

Redeemed by His mercy. Serving women to the Glory of God as a birth doula and photographer. #birthaddict Soli Deo Gloria!

Hey there! My name is Brittney Poff and I'm a doula, placenta specialist, and IBCLC located in North Georgia. I believe in whole body and evidence based care. Families deserve all the information to make informed decisions.