Dez Skalski - Birth & Postpartum Doula

About Dez

I began my doula career in 2021 and have since supported more than 100 families through pregnancy, birth, postpartum recovery, newborn care, and the transition into early parenthood. My clients have ranged from young and underserved parents navigating pregnancy with limited support to experienced parents welcoming their third baby. Through my experiences, the work I continually found myself drawn back to is education, especially helping first-time parents make sense of an experience that can feel incredibly overwhelming from the outside. Over the years, that passion has expanded beyond birth support into childbirth education, postpartum care, newborn education, and pediatric sleep.

Also serves Nashville, Tennessee

Availability

Taking new clients

Due Oct 2026 – Apr 2027, Jul – Aug 2027

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Birth & Postpartum Doula packages and pricing

per night

Overnight care is typically provided in 10-hour shifts between 9:00 p.m.–8:00 a.m., and is centered around maximizing parental rest while your baby is cared for throughout the night.

$350 USD · Flat rate

5-Night Package

5, 10 hour overnights

$1,700 USD · Flat rate

10-Night Package

10, 10 hour-nights

$3,200 USD · Flat rate

What to expect

~ Birth Doula Support ~ Postpartum Doula Support ~ Childbirth Education ~ Newborn Care Education ~ 0-3yrs Sleep Support + Education ~ Group Classes

Reviews for Dez Skalski

5.0 6 reviews

5.0

September 29, 2026

We worked with Dez as a night nurse when our newborn was just a few weeks old, and we couldn’t have been happier with her care. She was professional, calm, dependable, and incredibly dedicated to helping both our baby and our family. What really made Dez stand out from others we had worked with was her ability to troubleshoot challenges as they came up. She brought a wealth of knowledge and insight, and she was always willing to share practical guidance that helped us better understand our baby’s needs and, ultimately, become a better sleeper. We always felt that our baby was in excellent hands, which gave us the peace of mind we needed during those early weeks/months. We would wholeheartedly recommend Dez to any family looking for a knowledgeable, caring, and trustworthy member of their childcare team!

— Chantal LeBoulch

5.0

September 24, 2026

Dez was our postpartum doula in Nashville and cannot say enough good things! She has amazing energy and I always looked forward to her visits. She is calming, helpful, and easy to talk to and gave lots of sage advice we used long after our “fourth trimester”. Would absolutely hire her again!

— Angela Keenan

5.0

September 23, 2026

Dez is AMAZING! We used her as a night nurse for two of our infants. She has such a kind, easy demeanor and always felt so comfortable having her in our home. She’s wonderful with both our babies, and gave us such helpful tips to support gut health, sleep, and feeding. Would absolutely recommend using her for all your needs!

— Anna Levy

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

DONA Birth Doula Training (2020)
ICEA Postpartum Doula Training (2022)
ICEA Childbirth Educator Training (2022)
BADT Childbirth Educator Training (2023)
BADT Full-Spectrum Doula Training (2024)
IPSP Newborn + Toddler Sleep Consultant Training (2025)
Introductory Herbalism Training (2025)
BADT Postpartum Doula Training (2026)

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Psychology (2020)
Masters of Science in Couples + Family Counseling (2026)

Languages

English

Race / Ethnicity

Black / African American, Hispanic / Latino, Multiracial, White

Specialties

Abortion Doula Care Abuse Adoption Advanced Maternal Age Allergies Anxiety and Depression Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Baby and Toddler Sleep Coach BIPOC Birth Doula Birth Trauma Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Building Healthy Communication Childbirth Education Childhood Growth and Development Chronic Pain Evidence-Based Care Exclusive Pumping/Bottle Feeding Harm Reduction Herbal Postpartum Care Hospital Birth Infant Care Labor Doula LGBTQ+ Loss and Bereavement Doula Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Mental Health Mindfulness Natural Childbirth Newborn Care Overnight Newborn Care Parenting Support Perinatal Mood Disorders Postpartum Care Postpartum Doula Care Research Methodology Sibling Preparation Sleep Consultant Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Support in Pregnancy Loss Telehealth Toddlers

Frequently asked questions

Do you support epidurals, inductions, planned cesareans, and unmedicated births?

Absolutely! I am happy to support whatever birth my client chooses! It is up to you to decide what is best for your body, and for me to hold space. Whether in a hospital or birth center, mediated or unmedicated, cesarean or unassisted delivery, I will be there.

Can I book childbirth, newborn care, or sleep education without doula support?

Absolutely! You are also welcome to bring your doula with you as a support person if you hire one!

What areas do you serve for in-person birth and postpartum support?

Currently, I only serve Huntsville, Alabama, for in-person birth and postpartum support. Sleep support and all education can be done virtually for my Nashville clients. I have an abundance of in-person doulas I recommend to parents in Nashville who need hands-on support.