Home Birth Doulas in Lakeland, FL

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55 Home Birth Doulas near Lakeland, FL

Catherine Hallsten

Orlando, Florida 3 years of experience

5.0 (10 reviews)

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Hi, I’m Catherine! 🤍 I’m a mom to four boys, a birth doula, and a birth photographer. My passion for birth really began after my first homebirth. It was the first time I truly felt empowered, informed, and connected to my own strength throughout the birth process—and it completely changed the way I saw birth. I owe it all to choosing the right birth team! That experience sparked a desire in me to help other women experience that same sense of confidence and empowerment, no matter where or how they choose to birth. I believe our bodies were created with an incredible ability to give birth, but I also believe we were never meant to do it alone. I’m here to hold your hand, remind you of how strong you are, help you navigate the unknown, and celebrate with you when you finally get to meet your baby. The way I serve my clients is best described as being your “birth bestie” or “birth sister.” I want to truly know you—your hopes, your dreams, your fears, your past experiences, and what makes you feel safe and supported—because the better I know you, the better I can support you. Throughout pregnancy, I offer a listening ear, a calm presence, encouragement, and a safe space to talk through all the “tmi” things on your mind. And when birth arrives, I’ll be right there beside you, offering steady hands, reassurance, comfort, and support for both you and your partner. As a birth photographer, I also have the privilege of preserving the beautiful, raw, emotional moments that can feel like a blur afterward—the hands holding yours, your partner’s face, the anticipation, the tears, and those first moments with your baby. Your birth is a story worth remembering. I would be so honored to walk alongside you and be part of such a sacred chapter in your story. So… if this sounds like the kind of support you’ve been looking for, let’s grab coffee and chat about all the birth-y things! ☕️

Recent review

Catherine was a fantastic doula and such a wonderful source of support throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. She was always calm, caring, and easy to talk to, and from the very beginning, I felt like I could talk to her like a friend. When I had fears and concerns about labor, she was always responsive, kind, and supportive, helping me to feel heard and reassured. I had underestimated how much support I would need postpartum and how challenging recovery and breastfeeding would be. Catherine brought over meals and snacks and spent time with me as I processed my birth experience. Her kindness and presence made such a difference during a difficult and vulnerable time, and I’m so grateful for her support. I would highly recommend Catherine to anyone looking for a doula!

- Michelle M.

Grecia Garcia

Apopka, Florida 3 years of experience

Grecia Garcia

Hello everyone! Let me take a quick minute to introduce myself and this account ❤️ my name is Grecia Garcia and I am an aspiring doula aswell as mother of our beautiful Hadassah🥰 fruit of me and my husbands love and answered prayer. Our biggest blessing❤️‍🔥. Motherhood is a beautiful experience but can also be very challenging aswell. I am here to help out fellow mamas and pregnant mamas and help give some insight on what to expect in pregnancy and labor aswell as postpartum care tips on healing, breastfeeding, and just give advice and be of some guidance for parents out there✨ we have got to help eachother out and spread joy and positivity and the realness about being a parent and spread love and awareness. I am growing in knowledge every day and am SO passionate about everything that has to do with pregnancy , prenatal and postpartum care aswell as the labor and birthing process. If anyone needs support during labor I would be happy to be there as I am an aspiring doula and DONA International trained in child birth education, lactation and breastfeeding. Because I’ve been through pregnancy, natural labor and am now 10 months postpartum I can offer some hindsight, love and support. All the knowledge I have acquired I don’t want to keep to myself, I want to help as many parents as I can. Aswell as share with you motherhood and just be transparent about all that entails. Even though I had a unmedicated birth in a birthing center I am knowledgeable in all types of births and delivery and would be happy to provide support and doula care for all types of birthing mamas 💗😘 much LOVE to EVERYONE ~ Blessed Beginnings

Alexa Thode

Clearwater, Florida 2 years of experience

5.0 (1 review)

Alexa Thode

Hi, I’m Alexa Thode—founder of Ground & Grow Birth Co. and a certified prenatal and labor doula, postpartum and infant care doula, and childbirth educator, serving families across Tampa Bay, Florida. I believe birth is sacred, and no one should have to walk through it alone. With a calm presence, evidence-based knowledge, and intuitive care, I support families through the emotional, physical, and spiritual waves of labor and postpartum. I’m also trained through Tampa General Hospital to assist in the OR and PACU, allowing me to remain a steady support during cesarean births when permitted. My approach is holistic, nurturing, and deeply personal. I offer guidance with comfort measures, birth planning, lactation, newborn care, and postpartum healing—while creating space for families to feel heard, empowered, and supported. Whether you’re planning your first birth or adding another little one to your family, I’m here to help you feel grounded and grow through each step. Let’s connect and explore how I can best support you.

Recent review

For someone as neurotic as me, Alexa helped make my birthing process sooooo much better. Alexa listened with intention and care, validating every single one of my concerns and quirks with warmth and professionalism. She honored my birth plan with immaculate precision (down to every little detail I had mapped out) and still managed to create a nurturing, peaceful, and empowering space that helped me feel safe, supported, and seen. Alexa brought both calm and confidence into the delivery room. Her presence is so grounding and calm! Which is exactly what I needed (and she knew). I can’t recommend her enough. If you’re looking for someone who blends knowledge with soulful, heart-centered support, Alexa is a perfect doula for you.

- Raquelle T.

Tamara Niedermann

Maitland, Florida 11 years of experience

5.0 (1 review)

Tamara Niedermann

hi! i’m tamara niedermann, owner and creator of the kindred feminine. i’m a witness and student of birth and birthing people and it’s an honor to be invited into your birth story. i’ve always known i’m at my best when i’m in support of the people around me. that desire for deep relationship is what has guided my journey to birth work, herbalism, and supporting the birthing and bleeding people in my community. when my younger sister and her husband started their parenting journey, she started sharing the things she was learning about pregnancy and labor. as i watched her pregnancy unfold i learned there was another way. it took the books and documentaries i found, and new perspectives i was learning to show me that doulas, and midwives, and placentas, and breastfeeding, and herbal baths are all a beautiful and sacred part of pregnancy and birth. since then, a deep passion has grown from within me to teach others this new way to know our bodies, experience our menstrual cycles, and conceive and birth our babies. the kindred feminine serves all birthing and bleeding people through education; teaching bodily literacy, contraception, or conception through the fertility awareness method, and pregnancy and childbirth education; walking alongside people in their conception journeys, and in their pregnancies and their births; and creating medicine through processing placentas and herbal offerings. i'm a bisexual cis woman of color who uses the pronouns she, hers, and her. i’m a newlywed in my thirties. i'm the daughter of an immigrant single mother. i acknowledge that Black, Indigenous, People of color (BIPOC) have much worse reproductive outcomes than their white counterparts. i'm an advocate for all birthing people no matter their race, sexuality, gender, or size. i'm a birth keeper, and an herbalist. i make placenta and herbal medicine, and hold space for those who i have the privilege of serving. grace and peace and many blessings on you.

Recent review

Tamara is such a warm comforting presence at a birth and I have experienced the healing power of her herbal preparations on many occasions. She is an amazing listener and has so much wisdom.

- Emily M.

Maribell Opperman

Union Park, Florida 15 years of experience

Maribell Opperman

A Little About Me 💛 I'm Maribell, a proud mom of two wonderful boys, a wife of 12 years, and a passionate birth professional. I moved from Perú to the United States, beginning a beautiful new chapter in my life. During those early years, I devoted myself to raising my boys, learning English, embracing a new culture, and building a home for my family. Before moving to the United States, I trained and worked as a midwife in Perú, supporting mothers and babies in both hospitals and private practice. My passion for maternal care has remained close to my heart, and here in Central Florida, I have continued that calling as a doula, childbirth educator, and birth assistant at planned home births. Throughout my journey, I have intentionally pursued specialized certifications and training in physiologic birth, optimal fetal positioning, body mechanics, breastfeeding support, and postpartum wellness. I believe learning never ends, and my goal is to continue growing so I can offer families compassionate, knowledgeable, and evidence-informed support. With approximately 15 years of experience in maternal care, including nearly five years supporting families in Central Florida, I've learned that every pregnancy, every birth, and every family's story is beautifully unique. As both a mother and a birth professional, I understand how meaningful it is to feel heard, respected, informed, and genuinely supported during this transformative season of life. Through Chaska Midwifery & Wellness, my heart is to walk alongside you, helping you discover your strength, build confidence, and prepare to welcome your baby with love and trust. I would love to meet you, hear your story, and explore how I can support you and your growing family. ✨ With love, Maribell Opperman Founder | Chaska Midwifery & Wellness Let Your Light Shine in Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond.

Ruth Wallace-Williams

Grand Island, Florida 32 years of experience

5.0 (3 reviews)

Ruth Wallace-Williams

Accepts insurance

Ruth, originally from Jamaica, is a dedicated professional working in her community to directly impact the lives of young children and their families. She is a G. R. O. W trained doula extending her expertise as a traveling doula across central Florida. With a comprehensive skill set, Ruth provides invaluable support to create a positive prenatal experience where her clients feel seen and empowered. Ruth’s naturally calming presence, unique ability to blend emotional and physical support with practical advice, empathy and kindness is why she’s known as a “Soul Rebel for Serenity”. Ruth has a deep commitment to inclusion ensuring no birthing person feels alone during the most profound, magical experience.

Recent review

Where do I begin…… If there’s one thing The Most High will do is cover HIS daughters I must say I couldn’t have asked for a better doula. I didn’t expect I was going to actually obtain a doula so last minute (8 months) within my pregnancy but also one that understood my birth plan. Ruth made it her business to support me in my boundaries set for medical care when possible changes had arised within the delivery. She is beyond helpful and knowledgeable in this field of care and made me feel comfortable and confident to bring in my first born son with her unconditional support. Never would I have imagined her to be able to be there for the 36 hrs of delivery but she was intentionally in ensuring my bonus daughter was tended to throughout those hours and I was cared for properly following within delivery and following his birth. Although the staff within hospital were very unbecoming with Ruth and the support of my family I couldn’t have asked for a better birth experience and it’s genuinely was because of her attentiveness to my care and the care of my son without any hesitation to tell staff what I needed when I needed it. I pray for every birth of my children in future in able to have her there to support me. Much love and respect for her purpose in this difficult field of care. I would recommend her 1000% over and over again. Ruth is a phenomenal woman and I’m so beyond thankful I was able share my birth experience with her ♥️

- Khiara C.

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