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Chicago, Illinois
My name is Deshaunna Washington and I am A certified Birth and Postpartum Doula based in Chicago, Illinois. As a mother to a teenager born in 2011, my journey into motherhood ignited a deep passion for supporting families, particularly mothers and their babies, propelling me to pursue a degree in social work. This academic path has opened doors for me to provide valuable support to families as a home visitor, ultimately leading me to specialize in Birth Work. My unwavering commitment to aiding others is exemplified in the dedication and effort I invest in each family from the prenatal to postnatal stage. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to guide and support you during this pivotal and exciting journey.
Markham, Illinois
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Chicago, Illinois
Former nanny turned birth/postpartum doula I provide families with a one stop shop to say: Birth doula services My services include postpartum/night nanny care Certified pediatric sleep coach New Parent educator Newborn Care Educator Bereavement advocate (parents in loss advocate) I have been In The field for thirty plus years I love what I do and I do what I love I am passionate about aiding parents in their new journey of parenting
Chicago, Illinois
As an infant to early childhood nanny, it has been my complete joy to witness parents blossom fully into their roles as loving, foundational caregivers for their children. In my time as a doula, that joy has increased tenfold as I have been able to witness the exact moment that this unconditional love and care is born. The birth of a new human is remarkable, but the birth of parents should be held and cherished just as thoughtfully and deeply. My philosophy as a doula is whole-family care; we got us, we take care of us by taking care of each other. I'd love to be a part of your journey whether you're adding your first or your tenth to your family. Please ask about sliding scale rates if needed.
Chicago, Illinois
I am a dedicated doula, passionate about providing compassionate support to expectant parents. My philosophy centers on empowering Individuals through personalized care and informed decision making during childbirth
Chicago, Illinois
Partnering with families during fertility journeys, pregnancy, & the childbearing year from a holistic midwifery & integrative health lens. 27 years of caring for families as Midwife & Doula, centering birth advocacy & justice throughout. +2,000 births🧡
Chicago, Illinois
My name is Kara, and I am thrilled to introduce myself as an Advanced Newborn Care Specialist, CAPPA trained Labor and Postpartum Doula, Lactation Educator, Baby-wearing Educator, and Certified Childbirth Educator. With over two decades of dedicated experience nurturing children, I've found immense joy in providing exceptional care to families like yours. My approach revolves around delivering not just outstanding care, but also fostering a supportive, judgment-free environment. My goal is to empower and guide parents, ensuring they feel refreshed and confident as they embark on the early stages of parenthood. Knowing your newborn is in safe hands allows for a sense of ease and security during this precious time. Before specializing in newborn care, I spent thirteen years in daycares and as a nanny, caring for infants to school-age children. This diverse background has equipped me to handle a wide spectrum of needs, including preemies, singletons, and multiples. It's a privilege to support families as they navigate the exciting journey of new parenthood, always tailoring my approach to meet individual needs and expectations.
Chicago, Illinois
Anna Rodney, Owner and Founder of Chicago Family Doulas Anna has supported families as a doula since 2009 and is committed to providing families with professional, compassionate, and personal support. Anna gives 200% in all she does in life and brings this commitment and passion to every aspect of her work as a doula. Anna has had the reputation of being a kind, calm, and loving person for as long as she can remember. She has always cared deeply for people and strives to support and care for all around her. She has worked with children and families since she was a teen and later on has supported families in the role of a nanny, preschool teacher, Americorps worker, respite worker, special education teacher, and finally as a birth and postpartum doula. Anna was a special educator for ten years prior to becoming a doula and owner of Chicago Family Doulas. Being a life long learner, Anna earned her Master’s degree in Education as well as multiple degrees in Special Education. She is certified as a labor doula through DONA and CAPPA, as a postpartum doula through ProDoula and CAPPA, certified to teach Hypnobirthing, a CAPPA Certified Lactation Educator, a Certified Newborn Care Specialist, and is a certified Happiest Baby on the Block instructor. Anna is committed to sharing her vast knowledge with the families she works with. She is also committed to training doulas as a labor and postpartum doula trainer through CAPPA and also as a certified CAPPA Childbirth Educator Trainer. As an agency owner, Anna is committed to handpicking the most amazing doulas that the Chicagoland area has to offer. The doulas that work with Chicago Family Doulas are kind, caring, informed, non-judgmental, professional, and 100% committed to the families that they have the honor of supporting. Anna and her team will be an incredible addition to your birth team and postpartum team.
Chicago, Illinois
I am Parul, a dedicated advocate of transformative healing, committed to guiding individuals towards elevated states of consciousness. Drawing from my extensive life experiences and profound expertise as a Doula, I bring a unique blend of skills rooted in my nursing background, with a specific emphasis on naturopathic alternative medicine and mental health. This comprehensive foundation allows me to offer holistic support tailored to the well-being of my clients. As a Birth Doula, my mission extends to providing invaluable support to families navigating the realms of pregnancy and birth. I offer a holistic approach encompassing physical, emotional, and informational sustenance. Radiating compassion and devoid of judgment, my methods incorporate massage, precise positioning, meditation, mindfulness, and various pain management techniques. Additionally, in my role as a postpartum doula, I bring forth expertise in newborn care, postpartum mood disorders, and guiding families through the intricate transition to parenthood. In my role as a Life Doula, I serve as a guiding light during significant life transitions. Embodying the essence of a space holder, I extend love, neutrality, and non-judgment, offering unwavering support regardless of the challenges faced by others. From embracing singlehood to navigating relationships or career shifts, I stand committed to supporting clients through life's diverse phases. In my capacity as a Death Doula, or End of Life Doula, I walk alongside individuals and their families during the profound journey towards life's conclusion. Meticulously trained, I strengthen the bond between medical teams and non-medical caregivers, ensuring a holistic support system. My comprehensive services aim to guide and comfort individuals and their families through the transformative processes marking life's inevitable conclusion.
Chicago, Illinois
Hey! I’m Darnicia, a full-spectrum doula, birth mindset educator, and reproductive justice advocate. TL;DR From organizing protests and fighting for social justice to shutting down systemic abuse, violence, and oppression in the medicalized perinatal care system. My passion? Teaching incredible birthing people — like you — how to trust your intuition❤️🔥 and advocate for your autonomy,🗣️ so you feel ✨empowered to be the authority of all your reproductive experiences✨ — fertility to postpartum (or not being pregnant at all). 👀 A little more info… To me, birthwork is inherently linked to social justice and activism. Birthwork is advocacy, and advocacy follows you through every aspect of your life. Therefore, advocacy isn’t something you learn; it’s who you are. I’ve taken what I’ve learned in my years as a social justice organizer and have applied it to birthwork. Sometimes, the fight for my clients to have the reproductive outcomes they desire mirrors the intensity I’ve seen when organizing for human rights. When necessary, I use the same energy it takes to shut down streets and apply it to protect my clients’ experience. What does this mean for you? I have the heart and the skills to fight for your dream birth or whatever support you need. But no worries, I’ll only fight to whatever extent you need or are comfortable with. ☺️ The foundation of the doula role is about the person you are. I am an advocate. Fun facts: I’m a wife and Mom of two. I’m a HUGE Marvel/MCU fan. I L😍VE Thai Iced Tea and mushroom coffee 🍄☕.
Downers Grove, Illinois
Not hiring me as your doula is a disservice to you. I wear two hats with pride: doula and mental health professional. This unique combination allows me to support moms on a deeply personal level, throughout their pregnancy journey and beyond. I love supporting, and empowering people, I have extensive experience working with families from all different backgrounds. I believe that every woman should have a voice in their pregnancy. My job as a doula is to honor and advocate that. I am extremely passionate about this, and work closely with moms and families! I am reliable and will show up for mom! You want me during your birth 😊
Shorewood, Illinois
My personal breastfeeding journey started with the home birth of my first son in 2003. Like many mothers I struggled with breastfeeding. I found La Leche League (LLL), what a blessing in disguise! With the help I was given, I knew this was the path for me to help other mothers. I became a peer to peer breastfeeding counselor within the LLL organization. In 2005 my second son was born via an emergency cesarean delivery,14 weeks early! I learned so much about lactation & breastfeeding a premature baby. In 2008, this evolved into working in the hospital where he was born as a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. I studied and learned more about human lactation and I became an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) in 2009. I worked in a hospital setting for 15 years. My experience with two very different breastfeeding situations has fueled my passion to help all parents meet their specific lactation and breastfeeding goals. I graduated from Union Institute & University in 2015 with my Bachelors of Science in Maternal Child Health with an emphasis in Human Lactation.
Carol Stream, Illinois
Hello! My name is Kayla and I’m a DONA trained birth doula in the Chicagoland area. I primarily serve the northwestern suburbs but I’m willing to travel up to an hour. I have over 10 years of childcare experience with children ages newborn to 14 years old.
Wheeling, Illinois
My name is Niaja, I am 21 years old and as a dedicated and compassionate doula, I am committed to supporting families through one of the most transformative experiences of their lives. With a deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and informational needs during childbirth, I offer personalized care and unwavering support. My goal is to empower parents with the knowledge and confidence they need to make informed decisions, ensuring a positive and memorable birthing experience. Through every stage of pregnancy, labor, and postpartum, I am here to provide comfort, advocacy, and a calming presence, helping to create a nurturing environment for both the parents and the newborn.
Warrenville, Illinois
Hello! I'm Aubrey and I am a Birth Doula serving greater chicagoland! My interest in birth has been a consistent theme throughout my life. Long before starting my own family, I found myself asking every little detail of the birth stories shared by friends and family. However, my true passion for the subject emerged during my own pregnancy and through the birth of my daughter. It was then that I dove into a myriad of birth resources, podcasts, and books, which is a habit that continues to this day! As a firm believer in the power of education, I advocate for individuals to approach their birthing experiences with confidence, armed with knowledge. This philosophy led me to pursue a career as a doula, where I can actively support and empower others during their own amazing journeys!
Schaumburg, Illinois
Hello! I am a holistic birth doula based in the Chicagoland area. I am not only in love with birth (even though that is a big part), I love genuinely connecting with people and creating space for them. I would love to support you in making informed decisions in this birth journey!
Hanover Park, Illinois
Hello Beautiful Person, My name is Iryna. I'm a new birth doula located in Schaumburg, trained by DONA International. Also, I am a lactation consultant and have certification for using a TENS unit stimulator during labor. Ukrainian, Polish, and Russian are the languages in which I provide services. Privately I am a proud mum of two beautiful children. My passion for birth started when I was pregnant for the first time. I recognized that confidence and support during labor mean everything to a birthing person. For me, birth is not only about a child's birthday, it's also the day when YOU reborn as a mother/parent/person. As your doula by your side, I will ensure that you will have the support, care and guidance that you need to feel confident and supported. I can't wait to become a part of your journey. Kindly, Iryna
Aurora, Illinois
I believe that families should be provided the safe-haven and community that empowers, equips, and allows them to thrive.
Batavia, Illinois
I am a holistic fertility, birth and postpartum doula with over a decade of experience.
Niles, Michigan
I am a Certified Birth Doula with DONA International and a Certified Infant Massage Instructor through WINC (World Institute for Nurturing Communication). I believe deeply in the power of human touch and compassionate care, and my desire is to get to know you and what’s most important to you for your birth
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