Find a Childbirth Educator Near Me in Colorado

Crystal Swanson

15 years of experience

Hi, I’m Crystal—a trauma-informed full-spectrum doula, perinatal massage therapist, and childbirth educator with 15 years of experience supporting families through the sacred transitions of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum for all pregnancy outcomes. My care is grounded in ancestral wisdom, evidence-based practices, and a deep respect for the power and resilience of birthing people—especially those navigating systems that weren’t built with us in mind. With certifications in fertility, prenatal, postpartum, and infant massage, along with advanced training in nutrition, herbal consulting, and the Body Ready Method®, I offer holistic, whole-person care that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit. My clients often describe me as calm, intuitive, and deeply present—whether we’re preparing for birth, moving through postpartum healing, or simply making space for rest and reconnection. I proudly center the needs and experiences of BIPOC families, LGBTQ+ families, and all those seeking individualized, heart-centered support. You deserve to feel seen, safe, and supported on your journey—and I’m here to hold space for that. Serving Colorado Springs and surrounding areas with in-person care. Insurance accepted for qualifying doula services (Tricare, CO Medicaid, CHP+, Kaiser, Anthem CO/BCBS, and United Healthcare). Virtual offerings also available.

Crystal was our doula for both of our children. I could not have made it through two unmedicated labors without her. She was an advocate, a guiding voice, a gentle hand, and knew exactly when to interject humor and empathy when they were needed most.

- Holly W.

Westminster, Colorado

Bree Overberg

5 years of experience

As a doula I have a passion for helping families create the intimate and personal birth experience they desire. With a background in Social Work, I am a huge believer in providing and empowering families with evidence based care, so they can choose the best options for their birth. No matter where you choose to bring your baby into the world, my goal is to support you in feeling empowered during your birth. APPROVED MEDICAID DOULA AND NOW ACCEPTING MEDICAID CLIENTS

I recently had the most magical and empowering birth experience thanks to my incredible doula Bree. Her calming presence, deep knowledge, and unwavering support transformed my journey. During pregnancy, she provided invaluable information and reassurance. In labor, her soothing voice, pain management techniques, and compassionate care made me feel safe. Postpartum, her continued support helped us smoothly transition into parenthood. I wholeheartedly recommend her to any expecting parents; her dedication and care made my birth experience truly amazing.

- Okyere R.

Littleton, Colorado

Brooke Sackett

6 years of experience

My name is Brooke, owner of MountainMamas Doula Services. I’m really glad you’re here! I am a certified Birth Doula, certified Postpartum Doula, and Newborn Care Specialist. I live in Littleton with my husband and two amazing children! I started in this work 5 1/2 years ago, taking after my mom and primary birth backup, Donna, who recently retired in birth work after 16 years. I am deeply connected to this work and involved with my clients - as much as they want me to be! I take 4 to 5 births per month and up to 1 postpartum client at a time. I would love to chat and see if we’re a good fit!

This was my first time with a postpartum doula (3rd baby) and Brooke was truly amazing. I wish every single mama could have Brooke during their 4th trimester. We signed up for a month of morning help, and quickly increased our contract to two months. I'm pretty slow to warm up to people, so the first few days were hard - accepting help is hard! She is so patient and kind, we quickly found a routine. After our contract ended, me and my husband (as well as our 11 and 2yo) would daily remark on how much we missed Brooke. She has a permanent place in my heart and I would hire her again in a heartbeat!

- Vanessa H.

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Crystal Hutto

2 years of experience

My philosophy is to support moms/families and what they choose to do! That looks different for everyone. My goal is to help you advocate for yourself! I offer guidance so that you can make informed decisions. However, I always wholeheartedly support all of your birth choices. This is a judgement free zone!

Crystal was super kind and very empathetic. I loved that she has kids of her own and could relate to everything I was going through. Shes so easy to talk to and I felt like I could tell her anything with zero judgment. She was very much a safe space. Very knowledgeable and answered all my millions of questions about birth and lactation. I had a wonderful experience with her and HIGHLY recommend her!

- Jenise D.

Denver, Colorado

Ann Campbell

6 years of experience

Hello! I am a certified Rocky Mountain birth doula and GentleBirth instructor, with additional training in fertility and pregnancy and infant loss. My passion has always been supporting families, especially during times of transition and transformation. I truly believe in the power of a strong support system. As we work together, I will ensure you feel heard and respected, understand all of your options, and have tools to enrich your unique birth experience.

I was lucky enough to have Ann as my doula during the pregnancy and delivery of my son. As a first time Mom, I was feeling nervous and overwhelmed with the thought of birth. Ann walked me through the process, discussed the choices I had, and put my mind at ease knowing that she was going to be there to support me. During my labor, Ann was so gentle and a calming force when I needed it most. She answered questions when I asked, advocated for me to the hospital staff, and encouraged my partner to support me in helpful ways. She was an incredible part of my birth story and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone.

- Stephanie F.

Littleton, Colorado

Julia Unger

Hello everyone, my name is Julia Unger. I am a certified birth doula and lactation counselor! After having my own children I became especially called toward helping other women in the perinatal space! My style is rooted in autonomy and advocacy. I believe your voice matters—you’re allowed to take up space, ask questions, and make choices. This is your birth, and you deserve to birth in the way that feels right for you.

I’ve known Julia as a fellow student in my program Lactation Consultant Launchpad (where I also act as a Student Advisor) and she already made a such an impact. She eagerly covers shifts that are available and is always one of the first to step up if it is needed. It really speaks to her character and who she is as a person! Dependable, thoughtful and such a gem to the birth and lactation space. To know Julia is to be so lucky! You will be in wonderful hands.

- Jordan W.

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Jenna Buckles

I am deeply honored to be part of the doula community, walking alongside mothers during their unique birth experiences. I look forward to supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, knowing that each journey will be as distinct as the families themselves. What remains constant in every story is the incredible beauty of the unknown, how each baby will arrive and the joy this new little person will bring into their lives. As a doula, I am truly grateful to each family that invites me into their journey, and I am committed to offering support that leaves you feeling confident in your choices and empowered as you step into parenthood. In my role as your doula, I work with you during pregnancy to understand what's most important to you in this season of life. I provide nonjudgmental support and evidence based information to guide you in making decisions about your delivery and parenting plans. Whether offering physical and emotional support, or advocacy, I am here to be by your side. I provide continuous labor support from the time you feel you need it until your baby is in your arms and you're ready to settle in together. I cherish working with families as they navigate the transformative moments of birth and the early postpartum weeks, and I am always honored to be part of this special season in their lives. When I'm not supporting families, I love adventuring with my husband and three children, tending to our garden, spending time with our farm animals, learning all things homeopathy, and, of course, enjoying a good cup of coffee!

We LOVED working with Jenna as our doula!! She was so so kind, very informative (which I wanted), and a peaceful presence to look to during a very intense labor and delivery process. While my labor didn’t go how I hoped Jenna never stopped supporting me, reminding me of my options, and loving me. She was so loving and supportive to my husband throughout the whole process as well, which meant the world. I ended up needing a c-section and Jenna stayed the 3 hours at the hospital so she could see me and baby after that (keep in mind she’d been there almost 24 hours already). That speaks to the intentionality and care she had for all three of us! Jenna was exactly who I needed by my side as I labored and then ultimately had to make hard decisions. She was ever present and uplifted me when I was discouraged! She even went out of her way to love on me and support me postpartum which will always stick with me. I could not recommend Jenna enough!! If you’re looking for a gentle, kind, sweet, educated, and selfless doula, Jenna is your girl!! We’re so thankful we got to work with her!!

- Lindsay M.

Highlands Ranch, Colorado

Carson Bogage

13 years of experience

We are passionate, positive birth enthusiasts. At Calm Birth Collective, we are deeply passionate about providing compassionate doula support and comprehensive childbirth education to families in the Denver area. We believe that every birthing experience should be empowering and informed, helping parents feel confident and connected during this transformative journey. Our dedicated team of five is committed to fostering a nurturing environment that celebrates the unique needs of each family, ensuring a calm and positive birth experience. Together, we create a supportive community that honors the beauty of childbirth.

Having Carson as my doula had a massively positive effect on my pregnancy and delivery experiences. She provided me with educational resources and was always available to answer my questions and to calm my fears. I started my pregnancy not having the confidence to give birth unmedicated, but she continually supported me and helped me realize that I could do it. She was instrumental in helping me have a positive labor and delivery experience. I felt more in control with her there, since I knew she would make sure my wishes were being followed even when I couldn’t speak for myself. She also checked in with me after I gave birth to see if I had any questions or needed any help navigating life as a new mom. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is pregnant. Carson is a truly gifted doula.

- Katie M.

Denver, Colorado

Katie White

8 years of experience

Hi, I’m Katie—an IBCLC dedicated to supporting families with compassionate, evidence-based care. I received my lactation training through Metropolitan State University of Denver and have spent the past eight years working as both a birth and postpartum doula, supporting more than 100 families through some of the most tender and transformative moments of their lives. I come to lactation work with a foundation in Nutrition, holding a bachelor’s degree from UNC. I have three kiddos of my own—each with their own unique breastfeeding journey. These experiences deepen my understanding that every family’s path is different, and every goal is valid. I truly love being welcomed into people’s homes and consider the postpartum period a sacred space. My approach is grounded in respect, collaboration, and meeting families exactly where they are—whether they’re navigating challenges, exploring their feeding options, or simply seeking reassurance. When I’m not working with families, you can find me snowboarding, traveling, reading, cooking, and hanging out with my little crew, hopefully outside, having an adventure!

I used Katie for the birth of my first son and my second son. If I were to have a third child, I would use her again. She is knowledgeable, a calming presence and was supportive in the exact ways I needed her to be for both births. I am so happy with how my labor and delivery went each time and I feel like Katie played a huge role in me being able to feel that way. I would recommend katie highly to anyone looking for a doula.

- Danielle C.

Longmont, Colorado

Kira Boucher

2 years of experience

Hi there! My name is Kira Boucher and I'm a current candidate for Birth Doula and Childbirth Educator certifications through the International Childbirth Education Association (ICEA). Now serving in Longmont, Colorado, my practice began at the University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, VT working as a volunteer doula during the pandemic. Today I am excited to be expanding my practice to provide compassionate, judgement-free care to any and all birthing people who are looking for support. My only goal is for you to experience your ideal birth, whatever that looks like for you.

Having Kira on my team was the best choice! This was my first baby and having her support took away so much of the fear. I went into labor confidently and educated. Throughout my pregnancy she provided resources and guidance for myself and my partner. I feel like she took the time to get to know my birth plan and me as a person. Kira went above and beyond and made me feel like a top priority. I am so grateful for my experience with her and will always request her help for future pregnancies!

- Hannah L.

Arvada, Colorado

Kristen Schneck

7 years of experience

Kristen’s passion for all things pregnancy, birth and parenthood began in 2008 when she had her first baby. Since then, she has become a mother of two, a yoga teacher, health coach, full spectrum doula, and lactation consultant. Kristen has a diverse range of experience having attended over 100 births in many different hospitals since completing her doula training with Birth Matters in 2020. She is honored to be invited to support you on your journey no matter where you come from or what your family looks like. Kristen is proud of the network of resources, care providers and relationships she has built with fellow Doulas, OBs, Midwives and Nurses in the Denver/Boulder area. Part of the leadership team of the Denver Health Doula program and a Community Doula with Elephant Circle’s Expecting Chances, she has been invited to speak, teach and attend birth related events seeking to improve the landscape of birth in our country and is always seeking to learn and grow. Pregnancy, labor, birth, postpartum, breastfeeding and parenting can be a lot to navigate. Kristen aims to support her clients with compassionate, trauma-informed, evidence-based, non-judgmental care. She holds space to address whatever comes up so families can show up to birth with confidence. Preparing you mentally, physically, and emotionally, she provides information, resources, guidance and advocacy to her clients as they navigate their unique adventure, helping them to feel empowered in their choices. When not with her own kids or working with clients, Kristen loves being in nature, traveling to new places, frolicking with her dog, swimming, hiking, biking, snowboarding, and surfing.

Hiring Kristen as our doula was the best thing I did for my pregnancy and birth. She made herself available throughout the final few months of my pregnancy via countless texts and phone calls prepared to answer all the wild questions I had about any symptoms or feelings. When I finally went into labor, none of us knew I’d be in it for a whopping 60 hours before my son was in my arms. I could go on and on about all the things she did to help get my son in an optimal position (there were many) but at the end of the day, she was just there for me. There for me when I thought I’d be having an unmedicated birth center birth. There for me when we had to have a c-section instead. And there for me after while I processed it all. She is amazing and I’d hire her again and again and again.

- Chelsea S.

Boulder, Colorado

Julie Sanders

12 years of experience

Hello. I'm Julie Sanders (she/her), a birth and postpartum doula who has supported families on their journey into parenthood for nearly a decade through Awakening Mother Holistic Birth and Wellness. I am also a yoga and meditation teacher and sound healing practitioner passionate about the journey into and through motherhood. I specialize in birth preparation, focusing on inner work, communication, education, bodywork, and balancing for an efficient birth and optimal fetal positioning, including dynamic movement, to support a natural labor and birth process. My postpartum care focuses on rejuvenating the mind, body, and spirit using healing foods and herbs, vibrational medicine, breath work, mindfulness, and daily self-care practices; honoring rest, and family bonding. I personalize my offerings for a deeply "centered" approach to preparing for the journey ahead, inviting exploration into one's deep ancestral wisdom and intuitive insight into and through this transformative time. When not actively supporting aspiring, pregnant, and new parents or deepening my practice, you can find me with my hands in the earth, gardening in my backyard, or spending time with her family and our mischievous beagle named Moon. I would love to connect and learn more about your path and explore ways I may fully support you during this very special time in your life.

Service: Labor and Birth Doula Context: Father, 2nd Child, 1st at-home birth Despite our preparations, our first birth taught us that we can always know, prepare, and expect more. We met Julie in our doula interviews early in our preparations, and with our first home-birth, we knew we needed someone with the knowledge to build our trust, the confidence to direct when needed, and the serenity to alleviate our anxieties. Julie brought every one of those to the table, and more! During our first birth, I couldn't help but feel like a third-wheel, understanding key parts of the birth, but serving mostly as an observer, with the occasional comforting words. In preparation for our 2nd, Julie offered both live Q&As, and preparatory, informative, and engaging classes, which helped prepare not only my wife, but myself in both what to expect and how to engage with each part of the birth. Rather than only observing, or waiting for direction, I became an active participant, predicting and understanding my wife's needs, while also being able to adapt as needed. As labor's frequently do, ours started late in the night, and with a quick call, Julie assessed the situation and determined to come over to help, even in the early stages. As a doula, she helped guide us into active labor, recognizing when we hit hurdles, and confidently and calmly discussed alternative positions and practices. Serving not only as doula, she frequently provided updates that would help our midwife determine how far along we were, and stayed by Laura's side through delivery! In the interest of time, I'll end with an appreciation of Julie's ability to frequently bridge the gap when all the participants became a little too single-minded; Julie would swoop in, suggesting breaks, and even cooking up some delicious meals! Even afterwards, Julie visited and brought a smorgasbord of home-cooked foods, taking the weight off of running a household, and letting my wife, my children, and myself, take time to simply be with each other. Thank you so much, Julie, for not only being what my wife needed, but helping me to be the same! P.S. For the Mother's perspective, Laura's review should post soon!

- Joshua S.

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Carissa Niemyer

19 years of experience

My name is Carisa Niemyer and I work as a doula and doula trainer in Colorado SpringsI found my way into doula work through the birth of my first child. My story didn't go exactly how I wanted and my baby had her own story of how she wanted to be born, as these babes often do. But after my delivery I felt so empowered and supported and loved my story. Much of the reason this was true was because of the support of a doula. That experience led me into the world of birth work and I have now been a doula for 18 years, working in both birth and postpartum, as well as training new doulas at Birthingway College of Midwifery in Portland OR as well as in my own training organization here in Colorado Springs. I am passionate about supporting families in whatever their birth choices are, and believe non-judgemental, continuous support thought a families journey can make all the difference! I have worked with a lot of families over the years and each story has been unique and beautiful. I have experience is both high risk and low risk pregnancies. Hospital births as well as home births. I also have experience with twins and triplets, both in birth and postpartum work. My hope is that each family I work with feels empowered and supported in whatever choices they make as they boldly enter this new season of life!

When I tell my birth story, I always end up singing Carissa's praises! She was there for us as we prepped for the birth of our first son and was by my side throughout labor and delivery. She was so encouraging and grounding and kept me going throughout an extremely exhausting labor process. My homebirth didn't go as expected, and I ended up pushing for over 3 hours at home before I transferred to the hospital and eventually ended up getting a c-section due to really tricky positioning. Carissa was by my side from 7 am to about 1 am the next day when my son finally arrived. At home, Carissa encouraged me, helped me try every position imaginable to encourage my baby to come down, and helped my husband know how to best support and love me. When we transferred, Carissa was by my side the whole time, explaining things to me and helping us make choices for each next step. When we finally went in for our C-section, I was able to pick one other person to be there, aside from my husband, and Carissa was the obvious choice (even over my sister and my midwife, both whom I adore, of course!). Carissa also took the most amazing photos with one of our phones during the surgery and I'm so thankful to have those memories! She was there for me in recovery and helped my son latch for the first time and continued to be a support to me in postpartum. I tell ALL of my friends who are having babies to hire Carissa, and of course, it was a no-brainer that she would be by my side as I deliver my second baby in a matter of weeks! If you're looking for a doula, look no further!

- Brenna S.

Boulder, Colorado

Molly Turner

6 years of experience

Molly Turner is a CD(DONA) International certified birth doula with an integrated and personalized approach to the care and support of birthing mothers and their partners. As well as being a doula, Molly is a clinical herbalist and holistic nutritionist with certifications from The Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism. She shines with supportive focus on preparing individuals and their partners for conception, pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum journey. Molly offers information, resources and values clear informed communication with her clients. She listens to your needs with personal connection and strives to support your desired birth and postpartum outcome. As a mom of 3 herself, Molly knows viscerally firsthand how having a support team can be the means to success for families when they navigate their first days, months and years of parenthood. Her approach is non-judgmental, empathetic, caring, educational, thoughtful and encouraging. When not supporting birth and postpartum families, Molly is playing in the mountains, enjoying her family, a good cup of coffee, and foraging for plants and mushrooms

I cannot say enough about my doula, Molly. She supported me before and after we learned of our son Waylon’s passing with incredible compassion, patience, and strength. From the very beginning, she was there every single moment I needed her, making sure I never felt alone. Molly helped create the birth space I envisioned, holding it with such care and intention. She made sure everything flowed smoothly and aligned beautifully with my wishes, even in the most heartbreaking of circumstances. Her presence brought comfort, safety, and love in a time that could have felt unbearably heavy. I will always be grateful to Molly for walking alongside me in such a sacred and difficult moment of my life. She is truly a gift to any family she supports.

- Brittanie D.

Denver, Colorado

Linnell Keeling

4 years of experience

Hi! My name is Linnell and I am so excited to work with you! I am a Certified Professional Doula which means I am trained in birth and postpartum support. I am a birth, postpartum, and breast cancer doula, childbirth educator, nanny, photographer, and breast cancer model and advocate. My passion is supporting families from conception through age 5. I am currently pursuing a graduate certificate to become a lactation certificate to get my IBCLC and I am also working on my Perinatal Mental Health Certificate through Postpartum Support International. Working with me as your postpartum doula is like having a big sister who is there by your side to help guide and teach you. I can’t wait to hear from you!

Linnell was great! Helped us so much in the transition to become new parents, from advice, to tips on calming the baby, and helping us sleep between feeding stretches. She helped us triple feed and follow exactly the peds orders; she was also awesome about remembering any adjustments or requests we had! Checked in on both my mental health but also my partner’s, which was very nice, especially in the immediate postpartum period. She kept a running list of my baby’s activities during the night—from wake periods, poops/pees, feeds and how much he would take from the bottle. Great about offering advice and letting us make the decisions. Overall, a very sweet, calming, and accommodating doula. She really tries to go above and beyond to make sure the whole family feels taken care of (including my pup)!

- Ashley C.

Aurora, Colorado

Imaan Ennis

4 years of experience

Greetings! I am a Full Spectrum Doula Specializing in birth and also serve as a placenta specialist. My goal as a doula is to empower you to have the most positive birth outcome as you see it and connect you to resources to allow your transition to motherhood go as smoothly as possible. I do identify as a holistic doula and believe in the power of the human body which is how my care model is structured. If this sounds in alignment with your pregnancy journey I’d love to connect!