Birth &amp; Postpartum Doulas Near Me in Lakeland, FL

Hello! My name is Kandra Elzey. I am a certified birth doula and a certified lactation specialist with extensive postpartum experience located in South Florida. As a mom of four, I know how overwhelming this journey can be, and strive to bring a clarity and sense of calmness to the chaos that can often be the norm in the birth world. I do my best to make space for families and parents to grow and learn together as they start this journey of parenthood.

We highly recommend Kandra for postpartum, doula, and overnight support. Bringing someone into our home with a newborn was not something we took lightly, but Kandra earned our trust immediately. Her guidance with breastfeeding, newborn care, and postpartum recovery was invaluable, and even the smallest tips made a huge difference. We quickly found a great rhythm and truly appreciated her wisdom, support, and late-night chats. The first three months flew by, and we are so grateful we had Kandra by our side. She was especially invaluable in helping us get rest and reduce stress during a time with limited work leave.

- Lauren H.

St. Petersburg, Florida

Tiffany H

8 years of experience

My life’s work & passion is womanhood & birth! The sacred journey that women embark to become mothers and raise their children is one that deserves support and reverence. As a trained Hypnobirthing Childbirth Educator, Reiki Practitioner, and Doula - my approach to birth & postpartum support is very unique & holistic, encompassing the mind, body, spirit.

Tiffany is the BEST! I truly could not have imagined my birth without her there. She was my birth bestie the whole pregnancy and helped me keep calm leading up to the birth. She has the most calming presence. She also really helped make my husband comfortable and we are both so grateful for her.

- Becca J.

Andzelika Bielawski Little Blue Elephant Concierge childcare & Doula Services

Longwood, Florida

5.0 (3 reviews)

Andzelika Bielawski Little Blue Elephant Concierge childcare & Doula Services

12 years of experience

Little Blue Elephant Doula Services is a family-centered maternity, newborn, and childcare agency proudly serving families throughout Central Florida. Founded with the belief that every family deserves compassionate, dependable, and personalized support, LBE provides care designed to meet families exactly where they are. Our services include birth and postpartum doula support, overnight newborn care, nanny and childcare services, medical postpartum support, travel and concierge care, bereavement support, and more. Our carefully selected team brings a wide range of experience to each family while maintaining the personal, relationship-based approach Little Blue Elephant was built on. Whether we’re supporting a family through pregnancy and birth, helping parents navigate the newborn stage, or becoming a trusted part of a child’s everyday routine, our goal is to provide consistent, high-quality care families can truly rely on. At Little Blue Elephant, we believe support shouldn’t feel one-size-fits-all. Every family is different, and our care is intentionally tailored to yours. 🤍🐘

I don't even know if I can truly put into words just how thankful I am for Andie and her family of doulas at Little Blue Elephant... but I'll try. Being a new mum to a beautiful little girl, living on the other side of the world with no village, support or family and a husband that travels weekly for work - it's easy to feel overwhelmed, tired, anxious and honestly, a little bit lonely at times. My husband hiring Andie to help postpartum, has been the best decision we could've possibly made. I often tell Andie that she is a real life angel. Watching her, and honestly, her whole entire family, be so calm, nurturing, attentive and kind to my daughter at every single interaction, always makes me feel so at ease that she is being cared for by the very best while I get a restful night's sleep. The way Andie has held and continues to hold me and my family during postpartum has been nothing short of amazing and I will be forever grateful for her. From advice on c section recovery, feeding, burping, pumping, reflux, gas, bathing, diaper rash, naps, schedules and more - she always goes above and beyond and has always offered a wealth of knowlege, without judgement, while confidently answering any question or concern I may have. Washing and sterilizing bottles and pump parts, folding baby girl's laundry, labeling bottles, feeding and soothing my daughter to sleep throughout the night, changing diapers, administering medicine or cream if needed and taking the time to really check in with me mentally each visit... The care is truly second to none. Andie and her family have become my villiage and I couldn't be any more grateful for each and every one of them. Andie always arrives early and is willing to do an extra shift or stay a little longer or start earlier at short notice if needed... I know that I can always count on her which can be really rare to find. She's super accommodating, incredibly reliable and has amazing communication skills - sending overnight reports via text as soon as she leaves in the morning so I know exactly how my daughter's night went and when she is due to wake, feed and be changed next. Andie truly is just an all round wonderful human to be around and her care extends well beyond just getting a restful night's sleep. I always look forward to having a chat with her when she arrives, not just about giving her updates on my daughter, but as a friend catching eachother up on how the week's been and what is going on in our lives... something that has really been invaluable for my mental health postpartum and living so far away from home and family. Andie is our regular postpartum doula each week but I have also had the pleasure of meeting and working with all the doulas from Little Blue Elephant - Jamie, Ali and Aleks... all of which have been just as wonderful, and I also feel like it needs a mention, that every single one of these ladies have been incredibly kind to our animals too. I will never forget Jamie's kindness the first night of having overnight care. She was warm and kind and sat with me for almost an hour talking about my birth and genuinely wanting to know how I was feeling mentally. She gave me comfort and reassurance when I needed it most and she made me feel so safe that I genuinely felt like I was chatting to an old friend. In between taking care of my daughter and loving on her, she also took the time to make me a personalized Amazon store front so that I could easily look at items to purchase that she felt might help me and my daughter. Since then, Andie has also added to the store front with many other great reccomendations. I appreciated this so much as being a new mum, I didn't have the time to do this myself, nor did I know what I should be looking for. Jamie still checks in every now and then to ask about how my daughter is doing and wishes me happy holidays - and every time it makes me feel so special to be thought of and cared for. She has an incredibly kind heart and what a joy it is to be around her... what a joy it is to be around them all. I cannot sing the praises of each one of these ladies enough. If we get so blessed to have another child, I've already told Andie that I want her by my side for the entire journey - from prenatal to the birth to postpartum. I value and trust Andie and her wonderful family implicitly, and would not only highly reccomend their postpartum doula service, but also every single other service they have to offer. Thank you for absolutely everything, Andie. I literally don't know what I would do without you.

- P.H L.

Tampa, Florida

5.0 (2 reviews)

Candice Chery

14 years of experience

Responds within a day

Salutations… I am Candice better known in my community as Candi! I am a book lover, seasoned world traveler and a proud West Indian American mama bear of the two most beautiful young ladies my eyes have ever seen!! I am a certified FULL SPECTRUM doula (abortion, birth, fertility, prenatal, postpartum, soul), I am a childbirth educator, cloth diaper educator and an early childhood education expert! I have over 20yrs of being a Florida state licensed family child care provider!! I’m a strong advocate for breastfeeding and baby wearing, and I’m passionate about empowering and supporting my community especially my BIPOC community. My focus is to empower, educate, and provide support to my community in prenatal and postnatal care, emphasizing a holistic and spiritual approach to childbirth for the birthing individual, partner and baby. My ultimate goal is to promote love and unity within our tribe, and I’m thrilled to connect with you and be a part of your journey. Servicing Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas and Polk County.

Cannot say enough good things about Candice!! Candice was an amazing post partum doula! She helped us through the night for the first month after our daughter was born. Her expertise, holistic approach and positive, reassuring demeanor was exactly what we needed during one of the craziest, most special times for us. Highly recommend!!

- Theresa H.

Mulberry, Florida

5.0 (9 reviews)

Chelsea Hoffhaus

4 years of experience

About Me I’m a birth and postpartum doula who believes every family deserves to feel seen, supported, and fully in control of their birthing experience. My approach is grounded in warmth, respect, and deep listening. I honor each parent’s unique vision—whether they want an unmedicated birth, an epidural or a planned cesarean. My goal is to create a space where you feel informed, empowered, and truly cared for during one of the most transformative times of your life. How I Support My Clients I offer 2–3 prenatal visits where we get to know each other, explore your birth preferences, practice comfort measures, and help you feel confident heading into labor. Throughout your birth, I’m there with steady, calm support—physically, emotionally, and informationally—always following your lead and advocating for what matters most to you. After your baby arrives, I provide a postpartum visit to help you settle in, debrief your birth if you’d like, and make sure you feel supported as you navigate early parenthood. My care adapts to your needs; whatever you want your birth and postpartum journey to look like, I’m there to walk beside you.

I loved Mrs.Chelsea I’m so glad I was able to experience A doula,I loved how she was able to meet my needs when it came down with advocating for me also she helped me in so many ways during my pregnancy & my labor, she was a Great Big help during labor,I felt so comfortable with her during my labor experience…. I would choose Mrs.Chelsea as my doula anytime!!!!

- N’Adia P.

Winter Haven, Florida

5.0 (40 reviews)

Jenny Scholten

6 years of experience

I am currently a birth doula and childbirth educator who has a desire to educate, support and empower women to have the birth that they desire.

Jenny has been our doula for both of my hospital VBACs and has been wonderful! She is excited for and with you when you need excitement, calm when you need calm, and everything in between. She is educated and passionate about birth which shows in everything she does. Jenny provided mental and physical support throughout both labors in ways I didn’t even know I needed. After our first birth with her, we knew we had to have Jenny by our sides for every birth going forward!

- Helen T.

Lake Alfred, Florida

Elisabeth Desinord

Hi, I'm Elli, a certified birth and postpartum doula and childbirth educator based in Lake Alfred, Florida. As your doula, my goal is to be a calm, steady presence throughout your journey into parenthood. I listen without judgment, provide clear and evidence-based information, and help you understand your options so you can make decisions that feel right for you and your family. Rather than promoting a particular approach to birth, I believe in supporting your choices and helping you feel informed, confident, and empowered every step of the way. Most importantly, I'll remind you to trust yourself, because no one knows your body, your baby, or your values better than you do. When I'm not supporting families, you'll usually find me spending time with my husband and our rescue dog, Cora, at the gym, baking sourdough bread, or dreaming up home improvement projects that my husband may or may not be excited about.

Elisabeth was an incredibly important source of support for me during my pregnancy and in the months that followed. With her empathetic approach, she always had a professional answer to every question, which always put my mind at ease. What I really appreciate about her is that she acts in a very thoughtful manner and is open to different opinions, whilst always striving to find the best solution for the family. During her postnatal visits, she was incredibly loving with my baby. At the same time, she looks after the mother with great dedication. Elisabeth is a blessing for every expectant and new mother!

- Vanessa L.

Winter Haven, Florida

Ashley Blue

4 years of experience

Hello everyone, my name is Ashley and I am a certified birth doula located in the Winter Haven area. My vision is to empower women and their families to experience childbirth. I aim to provide compassionate, professional, and personalized support that promotes physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Ashley is one of the most dedicated and compassionate doulas I know. She makes you feel confident in your choices for your birth and postpartum planning and is like a best friend in the labor delivery room. She is confident in what she does and makes you feel like you are the best client that she has. She knows all the techniques to make your labor and birth experience comfortable, pleasurable, and empowering. She is always learning more to help provide the most valuable care for pregnant women and families. I highly recommend her. You will feel seen, heard, respected, and honored to have her by your side throughout the pregnancy, labor and birth, and postpartum experience.

- Kristin B.

Wesley Chapel, Florida

Jennifer Richards

12 years of experience

Jennifer is a certified birth doula. She is certified through both DONA and CAPPA, as well as a certified Hypno-Doula with HypnoBabies. She is a Childbirth Educator and Evidence-Based Birth Instructor. Moreover, Jennifer has training in breastfeeding, using a TENS Unit for labor, and the traditional use of the rebozo. She has served more than 250 families and has more than 9 years of experience that have taken her from St. Louis, Missouri all the way to Okinawa, Japan. After her husband's retirement from the Marine Corps, Jennifer and her family have settled in the Tampa Bay area. Her passion for birth work began after she had her third baby. When she found herself continually researching everything birth related she realized her calling. Jennifer knew she was meant to serve families by helping them prepare for their babies birth with information, comfort, and support.

Wesley Chapel, Florida

5.0 (17 reviews)

Chvana Robertson

12 years of experience

Hey Parents ~ Labor, Delivery & Postpartum is such a crazy time of your life; it's multiple things happening all at once & you feel like at times you might be spiraling out of control. What should be a time of intense joy can sometimes lead to feeling out of control. As a birth & labor doula, I know that having extra support both emotional & physically can bring peace of mind. Also knowing that your doula comes with a plethora of resources and extra support services is invaluable. Let me discuss with you how a labor & postpartum doula can benefit you so that you can enjoy this season of life with a new little one.

We had an amazing experience with The Doula Fource! I truly can’t say enough good things about our birth doula, Chvana. From the very beginning, she was reliable, trustworthy, and incredibly kind. She made us feel supported and confident throughout the entire process. When my birth plan unexpectedly changed and I had to be induced, Chvana came to the hospital as soon as I called. Her calm presence, encouragement, and unwavering support became the backbone of my labor experience. Thanks to her guidance and reassurance, I was able to achieve my dream of having an unmedicated birth despite the unexpected induction. She advocated for us, helped me stay focused through every stage of labor, and gave both my partner and me the confidence we needed during such an important moment. We are so grateful to Chvana and The Doula Fource for helping make the birth of our babygirl such a positive and empowering experience. I would wholeheartedly recommend The Doula Fource to any expecting family looking for compassionate, knowledgeable, and dedicated doulas.

- Camille Crabtree

Tampa, Florida

Sarah Waugh

7 years of experience

Hi there! 👋🏼 My name is Sarah, and I’m a licensed homebirth midwife serving the Tampa, Florida area. I run Earthside Midwifery Care, where I provide personalized, holistic support for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. For those who may not have access to quality prenatal or postpartum care, I also offer Ask A Midwife, an on-call service designed to provide guidance and reassurance when you need it most. Additionally, I occasionally offer doula services for families planning hospital births. I’m passionate about education and empowerment, helping families navigate pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with confidence. If you have questions, I’m here to help! Let’s connect—I'd love to support you on your journey. 💛

Tampa, Florida

Kim Kimball

8 years of experience

I am a trained postpartum doula and IBCLC providing overnight care and feeding support to families. The fourth trimester is a special yet exhausting and overwhelming time filled with new experiences. My primary focus is to help families move from survival mode to a place where they can thrive as new parents, feeling confident, empowered and well rested.

Wimauma, Florida

Shannon Anderson

5 years of experience

Hi, I’m Shannon. I’m a birth doula serving families throughout the Tampa Bay area, with a special focus on physiological birth, informed decision-making, and helping families feel confident in their choices. I believe birth support should be compassionate, inclusive, evidence-based, and free of judgment. I’m there to help you understand your options, prepare for the birth you’re hoping for, work alongside your partner and care team, and adapt with you if plans change. I want you to leave your birth feeling heard, respected, and supported, whatever your birth ultimately looks like.

Groveland, Florida

5.0 (2 reviews)

Rachel Crawford

Hi, I’m Rachel—the heart behind Renewed Birth Company 🤍 I’m a birth doula, educator, and VBAC mom passionate about helping women feel informed, supported, and confident in their birth journey. Whether you’re preparing for your first baby or hoping for a different experience after a cesarean, my goal is to walk alongside you with education, encouragement, and steady support. You deserve to feel heard, prepared, and never alone in your birth.

Rachael provided exceptional support and care throughout my experience, and I will definitely choose her for all future births. As a first-time mother planning an at-home birth, I appreciated her presence during my 42-hour labor, during which she remained by my side the entire time, even while pregnant herself. Rachael took the time to build a meaningful connection with me throughout my pregnancy, including following up with visits to check on us after the birth. As my due date approached, she ensured consistent communication and support. Rachael is one of the most compassionate, attentive, and knowledgeable professionals I have ever known. When my baby needed assistance repositioning herself, she tried every possible method she knew. She also took the time to explain medical information, options, and potential outcomes to me, which was invaluable. I genuinely believe that without Rachael’s presence, I would have become overwhelmed. Her calm demeanor and unwavering support made all the difference, and I am very grateful for her. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking a caring and experienced birth professional

- Sylvia W.

Kissimmee, Florida

Leenoshka Nieves-Rosa

3 years of experience

Hello! I'm a passionate biologist and mother of two, certified as a birth and postpartum doula since 2023. This year, I expanded my skills with certifications as a birth coach and maternal-child educator. Currently, I specialize as an Advanced Lactation Specialist and Safe Infant Feeding (CLAAS and IYCFS), committed to providing the best support during pregnancy and childbirth. At Doula at your cervix, I believe in gentle, personalized support for families during the conception and pregnancy process. I consider each pregnancy, labor, and birth to be a unique and miraculous experience where the emerging family is at the center. With a multidisciplinary approach, families can decide on their birth process and the environment where they feel safest to welcome their baby into the world. I'm here to accompany you with sensitivity and professionalism on this special journey.

Leenoshka was absolutely amazing as my doula! She came to my house and help me understand in a detailed manor the steps and the things that go into labor, and breastfeeding. When I went into labor and called her at 4am she answered and kept in touch until it was really go time and she came over. She helped the whole time, being in labor was not easy but all the tools she brought and her knowledge helped out so much. I was able to be in labor for only 40 hours, and I kept progressing and was able to do it naturally. Definitely do not know what I would have done without her. She also helped me with latching baby girl on which I absolutely appreciate!

- Kat G.

Minneola, Florida

5.0 (6 reviews)

Kamila Taylor

4 years of experience

Hi! I’m Kamila, a certified Birth and Postpartum Doula with experience supporting families through pregnancy, birth, postpartum recovery, and newborn care. I am passionate about providing compassionate, personalized, and non-judgmental support while helping parents feel confident and cared for during this important transition. I offer daytime and overnight postpartum support, newborn care, breastfeeding and lactation support, and guidance with infant sleep. I am also a trained Sleep Consultant and speak both English and Portuguese. My goal is to provide a calm, supportive presence while respecting each family’s individual needs, preferences, and parenting style.

I had a wonderful experience with Kamila Taylor as my doula. She was warm, compassionate, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. Her calm presence made me feel more confident, comfortable, and cared for during such an important time in my life. Kamila truly listens, respects your wishes, and makes you feel supported without judgment. She was attentive, reassuring, and genuinely dedicated to making the experience as positive as possible. I’m very grateful for her guidance and support and would highly recommend Kamila Taylor to anyone looking for a caring, dependable, and professional doula.

- Riley Q.

Parrish, Florida

5.0 (10 reviews)

Gabriella Ferrufino

3 years of experience

Hi! I'm Gabriella, and I’m passionate about supporting women and families through their fertility, pregnancy, labor, and motherhood journeys. My path to becoming a doula began in 2014 after my own empowering birth experience with my first child. Inspired, I became a certified childbirth educator through the Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth and discovered my deep passion for women’s health and well-being. Over the years, I’ve been privileged to support families in various ways—whether teaching childbirth education, offering lactation consulting, or even serving as a virtual doula in moments of need. My own birth experiences have shaped my practice. From a beautiful birth center delivery to navigating an unexpected emergency C-section, and finally achieving my VBAC home birth, I bring a wealth of personal and professional insight to my work. These experiences have fueled my commitment to empowering families with knowledge, confidence, and holistic care. At the end of 2023, I made the decision to leave my corporate career to pursue my dream full-time. I am currently trained through DONA International, a globally respected organization, and offer compassionate, intuitive support focused on mental, physical, and nutritional health. My approach is holistic and tailored to each family’s unique needs, ensuring that partners feel confident and supported throughout the journey. I am so excited to walk alongside you and help you achieve the birth experience you desire. Whether you’re preparing for your first baby or your fourth, I look forward to being part of your story!

The best thing I can say about Gabriella is she made me feel safe and supported throughout my pregnancy and labor and delivery. She carries a peace and calm that helped me look back on my birth experience as a peaceful and safe one. It was also such a comfort having her to be in contact with throughout the hours of early labor because I had no idea if I was truly in labor or not. Also importantly, she knows her stuff! She came along side me in support of my natural birth. I highly recommend getting Gabriella as your birth doula 💕😊 She was a blessing, and were honored that she will forever be apart of our birth experience!

- Kristin Fisher

St. Petersburg, Florida

5.0 (3 reviews)

Hannah Furr

I'm very passionate that those in my care feel seen and heard,, and know that there is someone present focused on advocating specifically for their needs. I want to bring inclusiveness and trauma-informed care to the forefront of my practice. My approach is very client led and tailored to each person's specific needs.

My husband and I worked with Hannah during the pregnancy, labor and delivery of our first child. I am so thankful for Hannah's guidance and support during this time period. Hannah's calm energy and competence around the pregnancy and birth process provided us with needed reassurance and confidence. Hannah was always available and flexible with planning when we needed. I would highly recommend working with her!

- Samantha Circelli

New Port Richey, Florida

5.0 (3 reviews)

Samantha Greenleaf

5 years of experience

Hi mama, I’m Sam. I’m a pregnancy, labor, and postpartum doula—and a former labor & delivery nurse—so I’ve supported women through both the clinical and deeply personal sides of birth. I know how overwhelming this season can feel. The questions, the unknowns, the “am I doing this right?” thoughts that come up when you’re trying to make the best decisions for you and your baby. My role is to help you feel informed, grounded, and supported every step of the way—whether that means advocating for your preferences, helping you navigate the unexpected, or simply being a calm, steady presence when you need it most. This is your birth, your postpartum, your experience—and you deserve to feel confident and cared for through all of it. I’m here for you 🤍

Sam, from the Zen mama Collective is awesome she guided me through every step of both of my pregnancies before and after both of daughters were born.Samantha really enjoys giving her all and goes above and beyond to guide and support her client before and after giving birth. She has a calming and loving Spirit and really makes you feel calm .It was more like she was a very caring and attentive best friend!!!! I would definitely recommend her to everyone I know who is pregnant!!

- Julie Martinez

St. Petersburg, Florida

Michelle Marple

If you welcome me into your birth space I hold this responsibility close to my heart. I am deeply passionate about supporting you in trusting your body, knowing your rights, and protecting the sacredness of your birth! I can't wait to meet you!! The women + people I work with are looking for a doula who is… Collaborative, heart-centered, and authentic - While being evidence-based, flexible, and rooted in supporting intuitive, body-led birth I consider myself a birth nerd, and mental health advocate. I also have deep trust in the human body's ability to birth.