Hi, I’m Jaynie! I am a CACHE-Certified Newborn Care Specialist, Postpartum Doula, and New Parent Educator who has a passion for supporting newborns and their families for the first 12-16 weeks of life. I offer the families I work with unique expertise in newborn care, emotional and physical birth parent support, and parental education and family support. My job is to nurture and care for the newborn, the birth parent, and the entire family. As your Newborn Care Specialist, I’ll establish safe and comforting sleep practices, help you develop an easy-to-maintain daily and nightly schedule and routine, and create a system to track feedings, diaper changes, and sleep. I’ll also educate you on any aspects of newborn care you don’t feel confident in, especially for preemies, multiples, and/or medically fragile newborns. Most importantly, I will be there for overnights, responding to your baby’s needs while you get a full night of SLEEP!

My name is Claire and I am starting my doula journey. I feel that I have been called to support women during pregnancy and postpartum. I'm outgoing, supportive of your choices as a mother, and a great listener. I am skilled at de-escalating situations in which you may feel panicked or afraid, and explain things in simple terms so that they aren't overwhelming. I will advocate for you in whatever situation you need, whether with a high-pressure medical provider or your nosy mother-in-law. I have worked with children 5 to 18 years old who have mental, physical, and emotional handicaps as well as a multitude of students who have Autism Spectrum Disorder. Working with these students has brought me so much joy and understanding of a world that can be very hard to explain to those with no experience in it. Whether it is you, your children, or loved ones who identify with the previous disorders, I would be beyond honored and ecstatic to help work through the crazy mystery and miracle of birth. I am currently going through the certification process to be a doula and need to attend three births to be fully certified. I am looking to help anyone I can in this process.

Christine Anderson is a Licensed Massage Therapist and Holistic Postpartum Care Specialist. She is a graduate from the Kalamazoo Center for the Healing Arts and specializes in prenatal/postpartum massage, and offers integrated body work sessions, including (but not limited to) Myofascial Release, Craniosacral Therapy, polarity and chakra balancing and intuitive support through body-led healing.​ ​ Beyond these services, Christine offers postpartum belly binding, Ayurvedic Postpartum Caregiver support, guided infant massage to parents and caregivers, chakra balancing, lactation support, and open gathering circles for birthers and postpartum doulas in the community. Christine has enjoyed sharing her skills and passion with families for over 12 years, and thrives on bringing community members together to help support and uplift each other. She is a mother, a birth and postpartum advocate, and lover of the elements.

Maker Maternal Health seeks to provide a comprehensive approach to redeeming the birth experience. Our team of doulas serves Southwest Michigan and collectively equips clients with evidence-based information. We advocate for the birthing mother to make informed decisions through the use of varied practices to aid in trusting her body and ultimately reducing her fears. We envision changing the negative narrative of birth in a distinctly different way: combining the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of maternity support.

Birth Kalamazoo supports families throughout Southwest Michigan through pregnancy, birth and the postpartum time. Reach out to us to connect with childbirth classes, birth doulas, or postpartum doulas. We're here to help you have a better birth and an easier time settling in with your baby.

Hi, I’m Jamara — a proud mom of two and a passionate doula who believes every woman deserves to be supported, seen, and empowered during her journey into motherhood. Becoming a mother myself opened my eyes to the emotional, physical, and spiritual strength that birth requires — and the importance of having someone present solely for you. That experience grounded my purpose: to advocate, care, and stand beside women during one of the most sacred transitions of their lives. To me, this is more than a service — it’s heart-filled, purpose-driven work. I strive to create a safe, nurturing environment where mothers feel heard, respected, and supported every step of the way. Whether it’s offering comfort, guidance, or simply being a steady presence, I am here to advocate for your voice and your birth experience. Your birth. Your story. Your strength. I’m honored to walk this journey with you

Hello! I am a student postpartum doula near South Haven, with a special interest in maternal mental health. I strongly believe in the sacredness of the postpartum period and have seen firsthand how an additional support person can benefit a family during this special time. Because I am still working towards certification, my rates are adjusted accordingly.

Hello everyone, my name is Rebecca (Becca) Ballman. I am a trained birth doula through CAPPA, and also a hypno-doula through Hypnobabies. I believe birth can be calm and peaceful if we set the right atmosphere, and let mom and baby work together with little to no interference! I strive to create a judgment free zone for all parents seeking informational and educational support. In my free time I enjoy crafting such as crochet and cross stitch. I also have 2 kids of my own a boy and a girl.

Hi, I’m Maiyah C , a certified birth and postpartum doula serving families in the Fort Wayne, Indiana area. My passion is supporting women and families through one of life’s most powerful transitions; pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum journey. I believe every birthing person deserves to feel informed, empowered, and cared for during this sacred time. My approach combines holistic emotional, physical , and evidence-based guidance to help you feel confident and connected every step of the way. Whether you’re planning a home birth, hospital birth, or anything in between, I’m here to provide calm reassurance, advocacy, and nurturing care tailored to your needs.

Welcome! I’m Maiyah, a Black holistic birth and postpartum doula serving families with personalized, culturally-centered care. My mission is to help you navigate pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood with confidence, clarity, and peace. From evidence-based guidance to holistic wellness support, I create a calm, safe environment where your choices matter and your voice leads the way. Together, we’ll craft a birth and postpartum experience that feels aligned, supported, and empowering.

My name is Cynthia Wiescholek. I am from the Battle Creek area and work for a nonprofit that prioritizes maternal care in the community. I have been a Birth/Postpartum doula for 3 years a d have and have enjoyed being apart of the birth stories for such special families.

Hello! My name is Kierra Churchwell! Owner of Open Arms Doula service. I am a newly trained Doula servicing Kalamazoo, Battle Creek, Lansing area! I’m here to care for you and your family and assist with all Prenatal, labor and delivery , and postpartum services ! I too share a traumatic birth story and felt as if my voice wasn’t heard enough and for you ladies I am here to help you find your voice! Reach out to me with any questions you may have on how we can connect and get service started! I offer traveling, and zoom for those wishing to connect from further away. Looking forward to meeting and building new connections with you all!