Kathy Swart

Upper Arlington, Ohio

Kathy Swart

6 years of experience

I’m Kathy. I am a birth doula and birth educator. My passion is to see couples be empowered to have the birth they would like. As a birth doula, I don’t give the mother strength, instead I can show a mother how strong she is.

Shea Fergus

Columbus, Ohio

Shea Fergus

3 years of experience

Hi, it’s nice to meet you! 
Whether you’re exploring sexual education, expecting, experiencing loss, or navigating early parenthood, I’m here to provide guidance, comfort, and unwavering support. Utilizing my understanding of compassionate care, evidence-based knowledge, and personalized support, I aim to create a nurturing environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to have the experience you desire. I have years of experience participating as a peer educator with Planned Parenthood and have spent the last five years being fascinated with birth work. At the start of 2024, I started training with Doula Trainings International to become a Full Spectrum Doula. When I am not working, I enjoy being in nature on hikes or kayaking, spending time with my closest friends, and experimenting in the kitchen. Can't wait to get to know you :)

Emma Lengerich

Columbus, Ohio

Emma Lengerich

13 years of experience

I am a pelvic health physical therapist specializing in women’s health. I work with women who are experiencing general pain, pelvic pain, urinary leakage/frequency/retention, stool leakage, pain with intimacy, pregnancy related pain, birth education/coaching, and postpartum recovery.

Taiwo Bola, PhD.

Columbus, Ohio

Taiwo Bola, PhD.

4 years of experience

Birth Doula Services by Taiwo Bola, PhD Taiwo Bola, PhD, is a highly qualified and experienced Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner and Alternative Medical Practitioner. With her extensive background in holistic healing and coaching, she offers exceptional birth doula services to women seeking a holistic approach to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. Background and Specialties Dr. Taiwo Bola holds a PhD in science, specializing in Holistic Medicine, Naturopathy, Energy works, and therapies. Her expertise in this field allows her to combine various holistic modalities to provide comprehensive support to women during their pregnancy journey. She has a deep understanding of the mind-body connection and uses techniques such as reframing through coaching to empower women throughout their birthing experience. In addition to her PhD, Dr. Bola is a certified Doula. Dr. Bola is also certified by both the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP) and the American Alternative Medical Association (AAMA). These certifications ensure that she adheres to the highest standards of practice in her profession. Holistic Services Offered As a Birth Doula, Dr. Taiwo Bola offers a wide range of holistic services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Inclusive Approach As an Ordained InterFaith Minister with the ICMH church, Dr. Taiwo Bola has a deep respect for diverse faiths and beliefs. This background allows her to navigate different spiritual perspectives sensitively and inclusively in her doula practice. This is also achieved through her non profit organization “Healing and Counseling Ministries by Rev. Dr. Taiwo O. Bola, PhD”. She welcomes clients from all religious and spiritual backgrounds, ensuring that their individual beliefs and preferences are respected and integrated into their birthing experience. Conclusion Dr. Taiwo Bola, PhD, is a highly qualified and compassionate Birth Doula who combines her expertise in holistic life coaching, holistic healing modalities, and various certifications to provide exceptional care to women during their pregnancy journey. With her extensive knowledge and personalized approach, she advocates for and supports women in achieving a positive and empowering birth experience.

Eliza Kay

Columbus, Ohio

1.0 (2 reviews)

Eliza Kay

8 years of experience

I generally don't respond to requests through here, I can easily be found through various locations. My journey into midwifery started with the birth of my first child Oliana who was born by cesarean after planning a homebirth. That birth left me excited to be a mother but also confused about healing and breastfeeding. I had a lot of support in the postpartum including from our local ICAN (International Cesarean Awareness Network) chapter. Community was important in healing and building me up as a mother during my early parenting years and community is what drives me today. In 2009 I attended Birthing From Within training in Austin learning the art of mentoring new parents through the childbearing year. My youngest child Silas was born at home in 2011, I stepped back from birth work during my pregnancy and the years after he was born. I found I needed a lot of quiet contemplation during this time and he needed a lot of time with me. In 2014 I attended toLabor doula and activist training and started a midwifery apprenticeship with CHOICE. In 2018 I became a CPM (Certified Professional Midwife) specialized in out of hospital birth. I live in Columbus with my two children. We have a thriving backyard garden and are into composting and sustainable growing practices. I’m an avid reader and researcher. I try to keep up with current research around the pregnancy year and take multiple trainings a year to broaden my knowledge base. I support clients seeking homebirth and monitrice care in the Columbus, Ohio metro area and offer online coaching sessions to people who live outside of my radius of roughly an hour. I have a special interest in families planning a VBAC and HBAC (Vaginal/Home Birth After Cesarean). I am an Army veteran serving 4 years on active duty in Germany and 3 years in the reserves in Columbus. I have an undergraduate degree from Ohio State in Political Science and Women’s Studies (now Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies).

Shaelynn Houston

Columbus, Ohio

Shaelynn Houston

3 years of experience

Hello, expecting parents! I'm Shaelynn, a passionate and dedicated birth doula ready to support you on your journey to parenthood. With my training from DONA International, I am equipped with the knowledge and skills to provide you with exceptional care and guidance during this special time in your life. I believe in the power of personalized support and advocacy for every birthing experience. From prenatal education to labor support and postpartum care, I am here to ensure that you feel empowered, informed, and respected throughout your childbirth journey. Let's embark on this beautiful journey together, with me by your side every step of the way. Your comfort, well-being, and wishes are my top priority, and I am committed to creating a nurturing and positive birth experience for you and your growing family. Get in touch with me today to learn more about how I can support you during this incredible chapter of your life. Together, we can make your birth experience truly memorable and empowering.

Lea Privara

Lewis Center, Ohio

Lea Privara

14 years of experience

A Kind Filipina Nanny/babysitter.

Kylee Soga

Marble Cliff, Ohio

Kylee Soga

8 years of experience

I am currently an elementary school nurse but I previously worked in the NICU for 7 years! I enjoyed my time in the NICU and learned a lot! I would consider myself a newborn specialist!

abeer hadad

Columbus, Ohio

abeer hadad

8 years of experience

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Effy Rodriguez

Westerville, Ohio

5.0 (2 reviews)

Effy Rodriguez

4 years of experience

Born and raised in a tight-knit community, I've always had a natural inclination towards helping others. However, it was the birth of my first child that sparked my newfound calling. My own childbirth experience, marked by both challenges and triumphs, ignited a profound desire to assist other women through this transformative period of their lives. My name is Effy, and my journey as a doula is marked by my commitment to inclusivity and cultural sensitivity. I recognize the unique needs and perspectives of each family I work with, ensuring a tailored and supportive experience for all. My bilingual abilities enable me to bridge language barriers, making my services accessible to a diverse clientele. My dedication and innate ability to connect with expectant mothers quickly set me apart in the field. I approach each birth with unwavering compassion, providing emotional support, physical comfort, and evidence-based information to empower women in making informed choices.

Recent review

Effy is an incredible colleague who is always warm, caring, and open-minded. She listens to concerns and is always ready to help out. Her understanding of how birth impacts cultural biases is so important, and being able to speak with her in Spanish is a big plus. Effy is an amazing mother, doula, and friend, and working with her is a joy because she’s always got a huge smile on her face. She’s super knowledgeable and easy to talk to, making her a fantastic part of our community. Her passion for helping others is truly admirable, and she has been an amazing contribution to the birth worker community. Any client who hires her will receive exceptional service.

- Hidaly J.

Karri Bivens

New Rome, Ohio

Karri Bivens

15 years of experience

I am a Registered Nurse with 13 years experience in the hospital. Most recently I have doing travel contracts but am taking a break until the fall. I have 4 children of my own ages 6, 10, 15, and 17. I know how stressful it can be with a newborn getting no rest and being expected to maintain a household and also work. I would love to be able to help your family find that balance by providing overnight childcare and light housework.

Linda Peters

New Rome, Ohio

Linda Peters

3 years of experience

Reiki trained doula, looking to gain more birth experience!

Tiana Montella

Columbus, Ohio

Tiana Montella

12 years of experience

Tiana is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Labor Doula. She received her bachelor’s degree from Ohio State University and completed her master’s degree and dietetic internship from Kent State University. Tiana has spent the past 5 years as an Inpatient RD within the Intensive Care Unit and Progressive Care Unit with a focus of nutrition support. She became interested in birth work and doula services when she felt a calling to be the solution to the black maternal mortality rates. This calling was solidified when she personally faced medical and racial bias. Labor and Nutrition Dietitian was born to help women of color be empowered to advocate for their rights to have a better birth experience and provide nutrition education for mother and baby. Tiana serves the Columbus area and surrounding areas.

Kadijah Torian

Columbus, Ohio

5.0 (4 reviews)

Kadijah Torian

13 years of experience

Hello! My name is Kadijah Torian and I am a certified Birth Doula, Community Health Worker and Diverse Lactation Instructor in Columbus,Ohio. I am a wife and mother of 4 handsome boys. Aside from my family nothing gives me more joy than: advocating, empowering and supporting families in the birthing space. When I’m not serving in this space I can be found at an organization serving as the Senior Manager of Pregnancy and Perinatal Supports ensuring families are being connected to the right resources. Self-Care for me looks like I like to reading, writing, baking and shopping. Talk soon!

Recent review

Kadijah was very professional throughout my experience. Her personality made me feel very comfortable in trusting her. She was also very knowledgeable and thorough about the details that I needed to know. I definitely would recommend her!!

- Mialla P.

Zion Everson

Columbus, Ohio

Zion Everson

2 years of experience

Zion is a compassionate and nurturing postpartum doula dedicated to supporting families through the tender and transformative weeks after birth. With a calm presence and a deep respect for each family’s unique journey, she provides both emotional reassurance and practical assistance to help parents feel confident and cared for. Zion is CPR and First Aid certified and offers a gentle, nonjudgmental approach rooted in empathy, patience, and trust. Her goal is to create a peaceful, supportive environment so parents can rest, recover, and bond with their new baby.

Janelle Montgomery

Columbus, Ohio

Janelle Montgomery

Hi, I’m Janelle! With my extensive experience as a mother of two, rigorous birth and postpartum DONA training, Master’s in Health Administration, and training as a health and wellness coach, I offer a unique set of experiences that blend compassionate care, evidence-based knowledge, and whole-person wellness to support women through every stage of their motherhood journey. My own vastly different birth journeys - one C-section and one VBAC - opened my eyes to how different each experience can be, yet how deeply every mother deserves to feel supported, informed, and empowered. My own doula supported and empowered me through those experiences and inspired me to create FlourisHER Way Birth and Wellness, a space where women can receive both practical and emotional support through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery. While I’m newer to attending births professionally, I bring a wealth of related experience, with years in healthcare leadership and wellness coaching, to countless hours walking alongside moms as they navigate nourishment, rest, identity shifts, and self-care. My approach is gentle and empowering, and I bring that same calm, grounded, and nurturing presence into my doula work. I believe every mother and birthing person deserves to feel confident, cared for, and fully supported - physically, emotionally, and mentally - as they bring new life into the world. Through my work and my heart as a mom, I’ve learned that thriving in motherhood takes more than just physical recovery — it’s about nourishment, rest, emotional balance, and rediscovering yourself in this new chapter. My approach is gentle, personalized, and rooted in helping mothers flourish — body, mind, and spirit — as they welcome new life and step into their strongest selves. My approach is gentle, reassuring, and deeply personal. Together, we’ll honor your body, your intuition, and your story as you flourish in your own unique way! I am trained through DONA International for birth and postpartum doula services. As I am working toward my certifications I am offering heavy discounts to clients that sign up for services in 2025/2026 through December 31, 2025.

Abigail Andres

Columbus, Ohio

Abigail Andres

14 years of experience

Hi, I'm Dr. Abigail Andres, but you can call me Abby. I'm a pelvic floor and obstetric physical therapist with over 12 years of experience. I'm currently seeing clients through telehealth, for clients that are in Ohio, including Columbus, Toledo, Cleveland, and Cincinnati as well as all the towns in between. I'm passionate about giving clients access to exceptional physical therapy services in a way that fits into your schedule best. We are all busy, and taking time to drive to and from an appointment takes time. I can give you expert physical therapy care from the comfort of your own home. Whether you are looking to improve your bowel or bladder control, prepare for labor and delivery, recover from having your baby, or work to improve your pelvic pain, I’m here to help you reach your goals so you can live your best life.

Mackenzie Moore

Columbus, Ohio

5.0 (1 review)

Mackenzie Moore

3 years of experience

As a dedicated doula, I am committed to continuous learning and staying abreast of the latest advancements in childbirth support. Embracing a philosophy of inclusivity, I hold no biases towards race, religion, sex, orientation, or any other defining characteristic, with the hope that every client receives personalized, respectful, and unbiased care. My mission is to ensure that your journey through childbirth is not only supported with the latest knowledge but also infused with the hope of a respectful and inclusive experience, tailored to your individual needs!

Recent review

Mackenzie had an affair with my husband while I was giving birth. She’s young, naive, and unprofessional.

- Rebecca W.

Yadira Mendez

Columbus, Ohio

Yadira Mendez

3 years of experience

Hello! My name is Yadira Mendez. I have a B.s in Health Sciences and a minor in Integrative Approaches to Health and Wellness. I am a Patient Care Associate at the James and am CPR certified. I have helped my sister with her two daughters when they were born, one being premature and having had a NICU stay. Working with children has always been one of my passions and I spent time volunteering at church summer camps in the babies and toddlers’ room. I enjoy reading, playing video games with my husband and cuddling our kitten Boba on my free time.

Addie Vasquez

Columbus, Ohio

Addie Vasquez

9 years of experience

As a Doula serving Central Ohio I offer care and support during and after pregnancies to create smooth transitions for entire family units. Services are catered to individual needs and will vary from family to family.