Find a Doula Near Me in Frederick, MD

Hi, my name is Natalia Cardona, and I am the proud owner of Inner Serenity Doula Care. My passion lies in supporting and empowering women throughout their pregnancy journey. As a dedicated labor and delivery doula, I am committed to providing compassionate care and guidance during one of the most transformative times in a woman's life. Currently, I am furthering my education to become a full-spectrum doula, which will allow me to offer an even broader range of services and support to families. My goal is to create a nurturing and serene environment where every mother feels confident and cared for. Please visit my website to learn more about the services I offer and how I can assist you on your journey to motherhood. I look forward to being a part of your beautiful experience.

Hi, I’m Gabrielle Taylor. I’ve been supporting mothers and newborns since February 2022, but my passion for women’s health began in my teenage years. I’m a proud mother of two—my children were born in 2017 and 2021. **I have teamed up with Danica Day to bring quality care and support to Frederick and the surrounding areas. You can read more about Danica here: https://www.dawnandduskdoulaco.com/** My first birth, a cesarean, was emotionally traumatic and left me feeling unsupported and unheard. In contrast, the birth of my second child was an empowering VBAC, made possible by the compassionate presence of an incredible doula. That experience was truly life-changing—it showed me the profound difference that informed, empathetic support can make. Now, my mission is to offer that same kind of transformative support to other families. Whether you're navigating your first birth or welcoming another child into your home, I’m here to help you feel confident, cared for, and connected. In today’s fast-paced world, motherhood can feel isolating—but I'm here to bridge that gap so you feel supported. I’m also currently pursuing my nursing degree to deepen my knowledge and enhance the care I provide as a doula. I’m honored to walk alongside you during this pivotal journey.

“In birth, we find the courage we never knew we had and the strength that was there all along.” – Marcie Macari Hi, my name is Bria Comer. I am a birth doula, as well as a dance teacher, licensed physical therapist assistant, and a mama to my son, daughter, and dog! I am so excited that you are considering the idea of a doula. I believe that everyone deserves the support and knowledge of a birth doula to help make childbirth the beautiful journey it should be. My background in dance and physical therapy, in combination with my doula training, gives me valuable insight into the physiology of the perinatal time frame to help you embrace the power within your body. I have seen firsthand how positioning, massage techniques, intentional movement, and breath work help birthing individuals. My goal as your doula is first and foremost to support you with your needs and desires, whatever decisions you make. I am also interested in helping you learn about normal physiology and movement practices during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum to help empower and educate you. This will help you be in tune with your body and its needs as well, so you can continue to find strength and balance beyond our time together! I also use my knowledge and experience from over 6 years of working in pediatric physical therapy to help educate and guide you on normal infant development, if you are interested. LGBT+ friendly 💜

Hello! I'm Danica, a Certified Birth and Postpartum/Infant Care Doula. I am a traveling doula based in Frederick, Maryland and want to assist others in their birthing and parenthood journey. I have teamed up with Gabrielle Taylor to bring quality care and support to Frederick and the surrounding areas. You can read more about Gabby here: https://www.thrivebloomdoula.com/ After being a support person for many years, I decided to become a doula. As a doula I have made it my goal to be a part of the village that everyone deserves by providing quality care and attention from the time you contact me, through the transition home with a new little one. I am an inclusive person and welcome diversity within my clients. I am open-minded and respect my clients ideals and beliefs- all are safe from judgement with me.

My name is Cynthia I am a certified Newborn Care Specialist, Birth and Postpartum Doula, and Infant Sleep Trainer with a deep passion for supporting families through the early stages of parenthood. With extensive training and hands-on experience, I specializes in providing evidence-based care for newborns, empowering parents with practical tools, and creating personalized sleep strategies that foster healthy habits from the start. Known for a calm presence, compassionate support, and a holistic approach to newborn care, I am committed to helping families transition confidently into life with a new baby.

Greetings! My name is Donearl, owner & operator of Malkah the Doula doula services. I am a black birth & postpartum doula of four years located in Hagerstown, MD offering Night Nanny Doula Services. email:malkahthedoula@protonmail.com Or call/text: 2024951499 **CURRENTLY accepting Postpartum Clients only**

I am a Certified Birth Photographer and Certified Full Spectrum Doula serving Denver, Colorado and surrounding areas. My love for birth started at a young age, but it wasn't until I birthed my daughter that I found my passion. I believe that everyone's pregnancy journey and birth story matters. You will carry your experience with you for the rest of your life. As your doula and birth photographer, it is my responsibility to support you, advocate for you when necessary, and document the beautiful moments of your birth. ​ I believe that birth is natural and all about trusting yourself, your body, and the process. I also believe that it is your right to determine what the best birth is for your family. I offer support for all types of families. I am also bilingual (Spanish/English). It does not matter if you are having a home birth or a scheduled cesarean. My main goal is to ensure that you have all of the information you need in order to make an informed decision. No matter what decision you make, I will always have your back. ​ As a parent who has just recently gone through my own pregnancy and birth journey, I understand how lonely it can feel. Know that you are never alone. I will be there to listen whenever you need to talk to someone about how you feel or you just need to release your emotions. I will believe in you even when you don't. You are strong, capable, and powerful. And I'll be there to remind you every time you doubt yourself.

My name is Hannah and I’m a birth and postpartum doula. I have a Bachelors in Elementary Education and taught kindergarten until my son was born in 2020. Although my role adjusted when becoming a mother, a fire was ignited through my birth experience, and I started researching how I could make a difference. After my daughter’s redeeming home birth in 2022, I knew that becoming a doula was a tangible way I could impact mothers and the next generation for the better. By providing emotional support, evidence-based information and physical support, I strive to make the family’s life changing, transitional time a smoother one. I am trained through DONA as a birth doula and Lifespan doulas for postpartum work. Besides classroom experience, I also have nannied for several families over the past few years. It is my goal as your birth or postpartum doula to make you feel seen and heard. In my free time, you can find me spending time with my kiddos outside, serving at our local church, grabbing coffee with friends, going on family walks or experimenting in the kitchen.

I’m a new doula and can’t wait to jump in with both feet, I feel like this is my calling and I’m very excited to have a chance to help others with their special day!

I am a pro-life doula and childbirth educator (including SpBCPE), I am passionate about walking alongside women and their partners with individualized support, encouragement, and evidence-informed care that honors the body’s God-given ability to birth. I spent years in the healthcare setting compassionately caring for others before making the switch to support women in this most special time in their lives. I hold a deep concern for the disturbing ethical changes our American healthcare system and seek to make a difference. I believe every life is sacred—and every mother deserves gentle, informed, and faithful care. I specialize in: *Doula care rooted in compassion and medical truths *Perinatal Parent Advocacy *Clients/partners who are Neurodiverse *Empowered individualized education for physiologic (natural) birth including peri-natal activities and positioning for pregnancy/birth *Partner-inclusive support, education and advocacy skills *informed decisions. birth plans and birth rehearsal *Lactation *Placental Encapsulation *care of special needs babies

Hello everyone! My name is Dayane Lima, and I am a full spectrum Doula, Newborn Care Specialist, Sleep Consultant, and Breastfeeding Counselor with over 13 years of experience working with families. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Education and am dedicated to providing specialized support during and after birth, ensuring families have a safe and positive experience for both parents and the baby. Having personalized guidance, continuous emotional support, and practical tips can make a world of difference in preparing and feeling confident during this very special time in your life. Here are the services I offer: 1. Perinatal Education 2. Sleep Consulting 3. Newborn Care Support - Overnight 4. Breastfeeding Support 5. Birth and Postpartum Preparation 6. Baby Boot Camp 7. Online and In-Person Support Feel free to check out my Instagram and website for more information

Hi, I'm Vee. I am a Perinatal Health Care specialist (Doula) Birth Activist, and Cultural Anthropologist. My work is in: Birth, Holistic Postpartum Care, Traditional Holistic Postpartum Care, and Belly Binding Practice. I specialize in the wholeness and wellness of an expectant mother. I believe when a Mother is put first -loved on, cared for and nurtured well...then her whole home and family then is okay as well!

Jessica Faulkner is a certified Birth & Postpartum Doula as well as a certified Death Doula. She has been a Birth Doula for 6 years. Postpartum Doula for 2 and Death Doula for 1 year. She received her Hospitality Management degree from Morgan State University, during the pandemic of 2020. It was before this time in 2018 that she was fully into swing with her role as a Birth Doula and partaking in helping parents learn the joy of birth planning and informed management during birth. She also works as a part-time youth and infant/toddler care facilitator in Jackson, WY.

My name is Val and I am a trained NCS, and Lactation Educator. I also have training in gentle pediatric sleep conditioning, COVID safety, CPR/AED/First Aid, Safe breastmilk handling, multiples care and safe infant sleep practices. I have experience providing overnight care, 24 hr care, daytime newborn care as well as travel care. I have worked with families of different ethnicities , religions and orientations, and I am always enthusiastic to learn and follow newborn care practices that are sensitive and inclusive of the families culture. If you choose to have me work with your family, you will find me to be enthusiastic, understanding, diligent, flexible, discerning, level-headed and nurturing to the parents, the baby and other children (and pets) in the home. I genuinely enjoy working with families and newborns, and my favorite part is the exciting privilege of guiding parents through the exhilarating, and at times confusing and frustrating, world of newborns, to a point where they are confident, well rested and enthusiastic about peaceful days ahead as a family.

Taiwo Ikeoluwa Adeloye-Ajao or "Tia Ajao" has served in the maternal-child health arena for over 20 years. She obtained her MPH in maternal and child health, community health & prevention in 2008. Tia decided to become a nurse & a doula in 2014 due to her own experiences as a mother & as an advocate in her community. These roles empowered Tia to become a certified birth & postpartum doula, a certified maternal-newborn nurse, a Lamaze certified childbirth educator, a birth assistant with midwives, and an international board certified lactation consultant. She enjoys helping families to be intentional about preparing for their birth & postpartum experiences.

Hello, I am a local licensed Registered Nurse. I have been caring for moms and babies for 30 years. I work 24/7 in your home caring for moms postpartum needs. I will prepare a meal, do laundry, educate, care for baby (s), teach cpr and more. I am licensed, insured and vaccinated. How can I help you? I can bill insurance.

I strongly believe in creating a positive space to plan for, and experience, birth. My goal is to create a space of peace and confidence when it's time to meet your baby, and utilizing all of my life's knowledge and training to support your inherent wisdom to give birth. I am is known to be very empathetic. I LOVE naps and dark chocolate, and am a self-proclaimed introvert, despite what people think :). As a wife and mother of 4: ages 20, 16, and 6, I absolutely adores my children. I was called to become a Doula after experiencing 3 traumatic births, postpartum depression, and the death of one of my twin babies, all with little to no support. Through therapy, I realized I wanted to help other families so they do not have to experience these types of difficult things alone. I have an active mind and am always learning - a "forever student". I have trouble sitting still and love utilizing my many trainings and certifications to support my clients. I've been told, many times, I have a steady, calming demeanor, allowing my clients to relax in my presence and to feel held. ​When not supporting families in birth and postpartum, you can find me listening to my favorite audiobooks and podcasts, gardening, making art, and laughing at dad jokes!

Meet Doula Medina, LMT, CD, CBA Meet the multifaceted Doula Medina. Alongside being a Birth and Postpartum Doula, Professional Birth Assistant, and Perinatal Massage Therapist (Lic#R03337). She stands as a beacon for women's health and well-being. With over 4 years of hands-on experience in prenatal and postpartum massage therapy, fertility support, and ongoing midwifery education at National College of Midwifery. She also has experience working along side pelvic floor physical therapists and has a certificate in pelvic health massage therapy. Doula Medina is dedicated to empowering women through every stage of their journey to motherhood. Fueled by her passion for women's health. Recognized with the esteemed Good Heart Award in 2022 during Maternal Health Week by The Shades of Blue Project, she continues to advocate for support and care within the birthing community. Featured in renowned publications like Motherly, Beauty Boost Baltimore, and Canvas Rebel Magazine. RELATED CERTIFICATION LIST : Certification in Birth Assisting CPM Phase 2 Midwife Student Allison Doula Certification Allison Fundamental of Doula and Maternity Care Certification Course for success Doula Course Certification Infant and Adult CPR Advanced Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) Movement for Birthing: Childbirth Method for Natural Birth Certification Nationally Licensed Massage Therapist- Anne Arundel Community College and Holistic Massage Training Institute- 2020 Prenatal Massage Therapy Certification Pelvic Health Massage Therapy Certification

At La' Vida Doula we are here to support, advocate and guide you through the birth of your baby. We support all birthing options. We advocate for our birthers by translating medical jargon, and ensuring you are knowledgeable and aware of all of your choices. Our goal is to elevate your birthing experience. Your birthing experience should be active not passive, you are in charge of your body! At La'Vida Doula, we will be your cheerleader and your coach throughout your birthing journey.

Hi, I'm Catherine! I live in Hyattsville with my husband, 2.5 YO son and puppy named Daisy. After graduating from the University of Maryland in 2014, I traveled around doing some mission work, met my husband while living in Maine and eventually we landed back in my hometown to start a family. I love spending time at the beach, going for walks outside, a little coffee with my cream, fuzzy socks, loud country music, driving with the windows down, bonfires, sweater weather, cooking and baking from scratch, salted caramel, mom groups and Gilmore Girls. I believe that birth is meant to work, and that all women deserve support, encouragement and respect while they are birthing their beautiful baby! Let me walk with you on this journey towards motherhood however that looks for you. I am happy to support you with in-person or virtual doula services. I am trained in Hypnobirthing and Lamaze techniques, and currently working towards certification with Madriella Birth Doula Certification. I am excited to meet you and support you on this journey - reach out to me today so we can chat about your hopes and dreams for this birth! :)