Donnita Parker

Verified
Birth & Postpartum Doula
Columbia, South Carolina
5.0
About me

Greetings! I'm delighted to connect with you on Bornbir! I am Donnita Parker, your trusted Full Spectrum Doula based in the heart of Columbia, SC. With a heart full of love and a spirit deeply connected to the sacred journey of birth, I'm here to offer you unwavering support through every step of your unique birthing experience. As a mother of two myself, I understand the profound significance of this transformative journey, and I bring a wealth of personal and professional experience to guide you through this sacred time. I believe in the power of a holistic approach to pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. My goal is to honor and support your choices, ensuring that your birthing experience is a reflection of your unique journey.

Certification and training

Holistic Health and Wellness Coach (2016)

Full Spectrum Doula (2021)

Specialties
Advanced Maternal Age Birth and Lactation Birth Doula Birth Support Cesarean, Episiotomy and Scar Pain Childbirth Education Contraception and Family Planning Family Planning Herbal Postpartum Care Hormone Imbalances Infertility Labor Doula Mindfulness Newborn Care Newborn Prep Parenting Parenting Support Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Perinatal Mood Disorders Positive Thinking Postpartum Adjustment Postpartum Care Postpartum Doula Care Postpartum Life Preconception Recurrent Miscarriages Relaxation Techniques Self-Actualization Self-Esteem Sibling Preparation Somatic Techniques Spirituality Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Trauma Recovery Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Vaginal Steam Well-Woman Care
Languages

English

Service introduction

I provide inclusive, holistic and supportive care for people who are trying to conceive, expecting, birthing, and postpartum. I offer spiritual, sovereign, inclusive, heart centered services to my clients. My goal is to create a safe space and provide emotional, physical, and spiritual support during the birthing process. I understand that each birth experience is unique and special, and it is my goal to provide clients with the individualized care they deserve. I am committed to helping clients feel empowered and supported during their journey.

Packages
30 Hours of Postpartum Support
Complimentary consultation 1 prenatal meeting to discuss your postpartum preferences Unlimited phone/text support 28 postpartum care hours (approx. 7-14 two-to-four hour shifts) ​
$1,050.00
USD Flat rate
60 Hours of Postpartum Support
Complimentary consultation 1 prenatal meeting to discuss your postpartum preferences Unlimited phone/text support 58 postpartum care hours (approx. 14-29 two-to-four hour shifts)
$2,150.00
USD Flat rate
Basic Support Package
Free Initial Consultation/ Meet and Greet 2 prenatal appointments (60 - 90-minute visits where we will discuss your pregnancy, your birth vision, and preferences. These are customized based on your needs and desires. Typically, we review comfort measures, birth preparation, and postpartum planning. This can also include me accompanying you to physician visits. Birth planning workbook and template Childhood education and birth prep, and postpartum prep. Resources for dietary needs to align with your goals during pregnancy and optimal well-being. From time of hire through 6 weeks postpartum, unlimited email, phone, text support. Labor Support: ON-CALL 38 – 42 weeks. Continuous birth support during labor/delivery. Advocating for BOTH the birther and the partner. Relaxation and pain coping techniques. Support through 2 hours after birth. Postpartum Support: (2) postpartum home visits (Approx. 3 hours each) Phone, text, or email support during the first 6 weeks after your birth.
$1,100.00
USD Flat rate
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Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
3
5.0

Donnita Parker has worked with me as my full spectrum doula through a few of my pregnancies and has always been such a great help. I am labeled as high risk and had to have C-Sections. She worked with me while I was pregnant, providing emotional support and helping me prepare mentally and physically for birth. She was present with me during the births as my doula, using comfort measures to ease anxiety and advocate for my needs. In the postpartum period after bringing my children (now ages 3 and 4) home from the hospital, Donnita was invaluable. She assisted me with newborn care, breastfeeding support, meal prep, light housework, and self-care. I suffered from postpartum mood issues, but she helped lift my spirits with counseling, compassion, and practical baby care advice tailored to my situation. Even now, years later, I still call on Donnita from time to time in her role as my motherhood coach. As questions and struggles arise, she helps guide me on my parenting journey with sage wisdom and personalized tips. I am so grateful to have had Donnita's continuous care and support through all stages of pregnancy, birth, and motherhood. She has truly made this journey easier.

- Nikki M.

5.0

After having two C-sections for my first two children, I was determined to have a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) for my third baby. The path was difficult and wrought with fears about uterine rupture and other complications. That's when I turned to Donnita for her doula expertise. From the moment I hired her, Donnita put me at ease. She provided extensive education on VBAC, assuring me it could be done safely. We created a customized birth plan focused on natural induction methods, specific laboring positions to encourage progress, use of a birthing ball, managing pain through meditation and massage, and relaxation techniques if I became anxious or overwhelmed. When labor began, Donnita was available by phone helping me time contractions then later joined me at the hospital. Although medical staff were leery about my goal for a VBAC, Donnita advocated passionately on my behalf. Her calm confidence and knowledge of interventions reassured me as did her gentle guidance through each intense contraction. After 12 grueling but empowering hours, I delivered my beautiful baby girl vaginally! My VBAC success would absolutely not have happened without Donnita. Between her continuous support, wisdom, advocacy when tensions rose with hospital staff or my partner/family, and belief in me when I doubted myself, Donnita helped me achieve my dream birth. I will be forever grateful for the gift of having my VBAC.

- Melissa S.

5.0

I honestly don’t know where to start when it comes to Donnita (The Divine Mama) she has been here for me in soooo many ways over the last 2.5 years. From helping me walk into my purpose, helping me with parenting and embracing who I’m truly supposed to be!! I love her because her sole purpose is to make you better whether than means you stay with her or leave her!!! She’s truly not doing what she does for the money because if she was she wouldn’t be doing what she does cause she’s definitely not getting her money’s worth !! She’s an amazing person inside and out !! Definitely will be a blessing to your life!

- Ky W.

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