High-Risk Pregnancy Doulas in Houston, TX

Hello, friends! I’m Sara-Rene, part time L&D registered nurse and birth doula. As a montrice doula, I am able to help parents labor at home for as long as possible while ensuring the safety of both mom and baby. I am clinically trained to assess baby’s heart rate, vital signs of laboring mom, and perform cervical exams as requested. I work with you and your partner to help ensure the most positive birth experience possible. It is my mission in life to help parents welcome their sweet babies while feeling empowered through labor and birth. Combining my labor nurse and doula experience, I have been a part of over 1,000 births! I have a special passion for VBAC moms as well since my first two children were born via cesarean followed by three successful, unmedicated vaginal deliveries. I help educate with both evidence based research and experience, we will review birth preferences, and I will provide both physical and emotional support during labor, birth, and postpartum.

I am a birth and postpartum doula, NICU mom, and a military wife, whose passion for this work was shaped by my own early motherhood experience. I had my first baby halfway across the country during COVID, farm from family and community. That season taught me how powerful it is to feel truly supported, and it became the foundation for the way I show up for other families. I have had the honor of supporting friends and families through both home births and hospital births, and I love walking alongside parents through the many different paths birth birth can take, with a professional foundation in Kinesiology, I understand deeply how the body functions in pregnancy and birth, and how movement and positioning support physiological labor and how to help reduce strain and injury during this transformative process. I blend evidence based education with holistic, intuitive care to offer support that is both grounded and nurturing. At the heart of my work is a simple intention. I show up for mothers the way I would want someone to show up for my daughter one day. With warmth, compassion, and a steady presence, my hope is that every family I support feels seen, held, and never alone as they step into parenthood.

My name is Kirby Paddock and I’m a birth doula serving Montgomery and surrounding counties in Tx. I love supporting all birth goals, but have a special love for higher risk hospital births. Balancing birth goals and medical interventions can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Along with my doula work, I’m also a certified babywearing consultant and include those services in my birth packages.

I am the owner of True Bloom Doula Care LLC, an agency offering birth doula, postpartum doula and student doula support. We have many different packages and price points to honor your vision and budget. We have payment plans and also accept FSA/HSA credits, afterpay, affirm and klarna. We have many five star reviews from our wonderful clients. What makes us different is our Student Doula Program. It connects families with emerging doulas who are working towards certification or building their experience. With mentorship and guidance for the doula throughout the process, this program offers a more affordable, lower-cost option for families seeing quality care within their budget.

I am Chelsey Hernandez Whitcomb, CLD, HCHD. I graduated with my B.A. with Honors in History from Houston Baptist University in 2009 and taught school World History, AP World History, and AP Psychology for 12 years before leaving teaching to work from home in marketing. In March 2024, I realized how much I missed serving families, so I decided to work as a doula and childbirth educator full time. As an educator at heart, I believe continual education is the cornerstone to our growth as individuals and it is my hope to share my knowledge and experience with you during this special time. I offer personalized prenatal, birth, and postpartum support to women and their families. My goal is to give you and your family the support and knowledge you need to make informed decisions about the care you receive during your pregnancy and throughout the labor process. I completed my doula training with Shannon Stellhorn of A Sacred Journey Midwifery Services and Doula Training Program in Houston, Texas, in February 2018 and finished all certification requirements in October 2019. In April 2018, I completed a training on Integrating Acupressure Comfort Measures into Your Doula Practice for Pregnancy Care, Labor Support, and Postpartum Care, with Nicholas Olow, M.S., L.Ac. and in August 2019 I attended a Spinning Babies Workshop consisting of 14 hours taught by Rachel Shapiro, CPM, LM, SpBT, to be a Spinning Babies® Certified Parent Educator. In February 2021, I also attended a virtual workshop with Adilah Yelton to offer Bengkung Belly Binding to my clients. I am proud to say that as of December 17, 2021, I am officially a trained Hypnobabies® Hypno-Doula after scoring a 100% on my Hypno-Doula Training and am able to assist mothers who have already taken a hypno-childbirth class such as Hypnobabies® or Hypnobirthing. My professional listing can also be found on the Hypnobabies® website under "Find a Hypno-Doula." Additionally, I am CPR certified for adults and infants. I hope by continuing my education in various aspects of birth and postpartum care that I will be able to better assist my clients during their pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. To learn more about me and the services that I offer, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Hello! So great to meet you, I'm Max! I am a LGBT/ Queer affirming birth doula who brings a unique perspective to the pregnancy and laboring experience. My background in body work and physical therapy gives me a distinctive understanding of how to apply my skills as a doula to physiological birth. My calming presence is reassuring to those I'm supporting, and their families. I am passionate about empowering all pregnant and birthing people. My strength is my adaptability; which allows me to support families in their choices. I am a parent to my 13year old clone, who I birthed at home. I run a suburban goat farm and have two giant fur babies that try to steal my bed. (Great Danes named Freyja and Kuma). I enjoy dad jokes, puns, and free books. I identify as a transmasc, nonbinary human. I use they/he pronouns.

My name is Taylor Jefferson, and I’m a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula through DONA International, a Certified Childbirth Educator, Lactation Educator, and Spinning Babies® Parent Educator serving the Greater Houston area. But more than anything, I’m a passionate advocate for safe, equitable, and empowering birth and postpartum experiences for all families—especially those who have historically been overlooked or underserved in maternal care. With over 21 years of hands-on experience in healthcare—spanning Pediatrics and Family Medicine—and the last 6 years dedicated fully to birth work, I bring a unique blend of clinical insight, heartfelt support, and culturally sensitive care to every family I serve. I’m also trained in perinatal maternal mental health, so I show up ready to support the whole you—emotionally, physically, and spiritually. I believe birth is not only sacred—it’s transformative. My approach centers on collaborative, education-driven care so that you feel truly informed and confident in every decision. No two birth or postpartum journeys are ever the same, and that’s the beauty of it. Let’s create a nurturing space where your voice is honored, your choices respected, and your body is supported in doing what it was made to do. I would be honored to walk beside you as your little one makes their way into this world. Let’s bloom through birth & postpartum—together.

I'm a Houston birth doula, childbirth educator, and birth photographer — and after 10 years and more than 130 births, I can tell you with complete certainty: this work chose me just as much as I chose it. I'm a wife, a mom, and a Fulshear local who is genuinely, deeply invested in the families I serve. The moment you reach out, you're not just a client on my calendar — you're someone I'm going to show up for, advocate for, and think about long after your baby is in your arms. I started this work because I saw too many women walk out of their births feeling like something had happened to them instead of with them. I wanted to change that. Ten years later, that's still the whole point. Birth isn't one-size-fits-all, and it's not mine to decide how yours should go. My job is to make sure you walk in informed, supported, and confident enough to trust yourself — whatever that looks like for your family. You might be planning a medicated hospital birth. A VBAC. A home birth. A birth you're terrified of and hoping someone can help you get through. I've been there for all of it, and I'll meet you exactly where you are — without an agenda, without judgment, and without flinching. You can be scared. I'm not. - 10 years of birth work - 130+ births attended across Houston, Katy, Cypress, Fulshear, and surrounding areas - Certified birth doula and childbirth educator - Hospital-experienced at Houston Methodist West, Memorial Hermann Katy, The Women's Hospital of Texas, and Methodist Willowbrook, Methodist Medical Center, Texas Children’s, and more.

You deserve to walk into birth informed and walk out whole. I'm Mitsuzi—labor & delivery nurse and founder of Birthing Noire Doula Collective. I started this work because I watched too many families experience birth without truly understanding what was happening to their bodies or what their options were. Now I lead a team of certified doulas who bring both clinical knowledge and grounded, hands-on support to Houston families navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Here's what makes us different: collective care. You're matched with one primary doula, I handle your education and birth planning, and if labor extends beyond 12 hours, I step in for relief so you get fresh support when you need it most. No one burns out. You stay held. We serve families who want more than generic advice—you want real education, honest advocacy, and care that doesn't run out. We don't fold... we flow.

Greetings! I’m Najmah. With over a decade of experience working in labor and delivery, assisting with 100’s of births, and birthing 8 children of my own; experience has shown me that birth is a journey of self discovery, growth, and empowerment. It is my honor to support you in embracing the unknown, trusting your body, and tapping into the incredible strength within you. - Your Doula

Hi, I’m Fiona, the owner of Scarlet Stork Doula Services. My mission is to guide and empower pregnant women and their support teams to embrace their birth experience through informed decision-making. With a nurturing environment that honors each individual’s unique needs and values, Scarlet Stork Doula Services allows for the personalized care that every family deserves.

I’m a proud Houston native, social worker, and the founder of Sankofa Doula and Family Services. My path into birth work was shaped by my deep passion for supporting families and my commitment to addressing the Black maternal health crisis with care that is both compassionate and culturally grounded. With a background in social work, I bring a trauma-informed lens to every family I serve—honoring the impact of systemic and generational trauma while creating safe, affirming spaces for healing and support. “Sankofa” means “go back and get it,” a reminder that we carry powerful wisdom from our past. Through full-spectrum doula care, I offer guidance and support during pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond—walking alongside families as they build strength, wellness, and joy across generations. When you work with me, you’re not just supported—you’re seen, heard, and truly valued.

My name is DeNae, CD , Certified Prenatal, Labor, and Postpartum Doula. I will not be accepting clients between July 2024 and May2025. A little bit about me: my approach is centered around meeting the demands of labor with Holistic practices and physiological therapies. My goal is to provide you with the tools you need to make educated decisions in the birthing room. And before we get to the birthing space we will focus on navigating the healthcare system in a way where you are informed about your care , advocating for yourself, educating yourself on what to expect during labor and postpartum recovery.

Safety, support and compassion are the keys to healthy birthing. As a somatic birth practitioner with over 16 years of experience as a Full Spectrum Doula I am honored to hold this loving space for you and this beautiful gift you are bringing into the world.

Hi! My name is Veronica, a mom and birthworker who serves the greater northwest Houston area. I love bonding with moms through birth and motherhood and getting to serve mothers in their most vulnerable moments.

Hi, I'm LaVerne, also known as the Baby Whisperer and I've been a doula for almost ten years. My work centers on creating a calm, nurturing environment where families can truly thrive during pregnancy, birth, and those busy early weeks. I support mothers through the full spectrum of their journey, from birth preparation and labor support to postpartum recovery, both mentally, emotionally, and physically. During birth, I serve as a steady presence, offering comfort measures, encouragement, and advocacy so you can have the empowering experience you envision. In the postpartum period, I'm deeply attuned to babies' cues, cries, and signals, and I provide hands-on care including household tasks, feeding, diapering, bathing, sleep coaching, & meal prep for mom. I also manage The Retreat at MILK Maternity in The Woodlands.

Hi, my name is Shon. I am a Certified Birthing and Postpartum Doula with over 30 years of experience in the medical industry. Birthing is my passion and i enjoy advocating for my new mom's. I specialize in high-risk, cesarean, vbac, and vaginal delivery. I also assist with newborn night care and newborn sleep training.

Hello, I'm Swaá—pronounced 'sway'—a California native now calling Cypress, TX, in the HTX area, home. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and am a certified Birth Doula by DONA. Committed to ongoing education, I strive to enhance my skills to better support your unique needs. I uphold a simple philosophy: supporting YOUR birth as YOU envision it. My approach is defined by patience, calmness, attentiveness, and love—all seen through a holistic lens that considers nutrition, physical well-being, and mental health. Collaborating seamlessly with birth partners and medical staff, I foster a supportive team environment. Every pregnancy, whether the first or fourth, represents a rebirth for all involved. My ultimate goal is for every family to feel not only supported but also prepared and loved during this vulnerable time. If there's ever anything beyond my scope, I ensure to provide tailored resources. I'm honored to serve my families and feel blessed to witness the success of many births.

Hello, my name is Shaquaya Frank, I am a prenatal and postpartum doula in training with MAMA Glow. I am located in Houston, Texas. I am a maternal mental health advocate, educator and case manager with Healthy Start Initiative. Being a wellness expert brings me joy! My goals are to help mitigate the black maternal death rate in America. In my practice I aim to create a peaceful, judgment free and client-based environment.

Lindsey is a BEST certified birth and postpartum doula, as well as a childbirth educator. She first felt the seed being planted in her heart to become a doula after the birth of her first son, but it wasn’t until after the birth of her second son that she dived fully into training and becoming a doula. Educating, serving, and supporting women are some of the things that bring her the greatest joy. Lindsey is always seeking to learn new things to be able to better support her clients. As your doula, she will work to create a personalized support plan for your specific situation and birth. She feels truly honored to be pursuing such a special calling and also to be welcomed into each family’s pregnancy journey and sacred birth space.