Elyse Barrick - Birth Doula

About Elyse

As a passionate advocate for birth and the environment, Elyse (she/her) brings a unique blend of empathy and expertise to her role as a birth doula. Her approach combines evidence-based knowledge with a warm, compassionate presence, ensuring that each birthing person feels empowered and supported. Outside of birth work, Elyse enjoys exploring the outdoors near Durham, NC and spending time with her family on endless adventures both locally and around the world. She has experience supporting a variety of births, including vaginal, cesarean, induction, VBAC, and birth after loss.

Birth Doula packages and pricing

Birth Doula Support

I provide comprehensive birth doula services including:
Complimentary meet & greet
Prenatal visits & meet-ups (1-2 visits)
Text & email support
24/7 on-call doula support from 38 weeks through birth
Full labor & birth support (including labor at home, if needed)
Support in the first 1-2 hours after birth, including feeding support
Postpartum connection & guidance (1-2 visits)

$1,200 USD · Flat rate

What to expect

Supporting locations across Durham, Chapel Hill, & Raleigh, my passion as a birth doula is to support your pregnancy & birth through information, advocacy, encouragement, and hands-on labor support. During pregnancy, we'll meet w to get to know each other, discuss birth plans, ask questions, and review comfort measures. Once labor begins, I will stay with you throughout labor, birth, and the early postpartum period. I want you and any loved one supporting you to feel confident, empowered, and supported, no matter how you envision or experience your birth.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

Birth Doula Training, UNC Birth Partners (2023)
Birth Doula Workshop, DONA International (2024)

Education

Bachelors of Science in Environmental Sciences (2009)

Memberships and affiliations

DONA International

Languages

English, Spanish

Specialties

Birth Doula

Certifications, training, and credentials are listed by the provider. Bornbir doesn't verify them, so ask Elyse for a copy of any certificate you rely on.

Frequently asked questions

What birth locations do you support?

I serve many birth locations across the Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill area including UNC Chapel Hill, Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, WakeMed (Cary, North, & Raleigh), and UNC Rex Hospital. Additionally, I will support at local birth centers or home births with a licensed medical provider present.