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Found 145 Doulas near Lakeland, FL

Leah Sykes-Ologbo

Haines City, Florida

Leah Sykes-Ologbo

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

As a seasoned doula, birth advocate, and mother of nine children — six boys and a set of triplet girls — I bring a rare blend of clinical knowledge, lived experience, and intuitive understanding to every family I serve. My journey through nine pregnancies, each with its own lessons and challenges, has shaped the way I support mothers today. I know the emotional terrain of pregnancy, the physical demands of labor, and the sacred transformation that happens when a new life enters the world. My work is rooted in the belief that every mother deserves informed, compassionate, and culturally grounded care. Over the years, I have supported families across a wide range of birth experiences, always centering their voices, their choices, and their dignity. My approach blends evidence‑based education with the kind of wisdom that only comes from walking the path myself many times over. A core part of my philosophy is the importance of consistent, proactive prenatal care. I have seen firsthand how early support, education, and monitoring can reduce complications and lower the likelihood of medical inductions — especially those involving Pitocin. While Pitocin is a valuable medical tool when truly necessary, I help families understand how nurturing the body throughout pregnancy can support natural hormonal progression and increase the chances of spontaneous labor. My goal is to empower mothers with knowledge, confidence, and the tools they need to advocate for themselves long before labor begins. Through Royal Empress Doula Services, I serve families with a commitment to excellence, cultural sensitivity, and unwavering support. Whether I am guiding a first‑time mother, supporting a family through a high‑risk pregnancy, or helping a parent heal from a previous birth experience, I show up with the same steady presence that carried me through my own births. My mission is simple: to help families feel seen, supported, and strengthened — from the first prenatal visit to the first moments of life and beyond.

Joanna Guzman

Wimauma, Florida

5.0 (5 reviews)

Joanna Guzman

10 years of experience

I'm Joanna, owner of Brave Doula Birth Services Agency and mother to 2 adults and 3 teenagers! I am a Certified Perinatal Doula, VBAC Link Advanced Doula, Evidence Based Birth® Instructor, Body Ready Method® Professional, Certified Placenta Specialist, and a Student Midwife. My trainings include: how to handle postpartum hemorrage, shoulder dystocia, and breech presentation; Spinning Babies , and Body Ready Method. I am also CPR & NRP Certified. I believe that pregnancy and childbirth are natural processes that should be celebrated and supported. My approach to care is holistic and client-centered, and I am committed to helping women and their families have safe, positive, empowering birth experiences with evidence-based care.

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Amazing Support – A True Blessing! I cannot say enough wonderful things about Joanna Guzman. From the moment we met, I felt completely at ease. She provided not only expert knowledge and guidance but also incredible emotional support throughout my pregnancy, labor journey. During my delivery, Joanna was my rock—calm, reassuring, and always one step ahead, anticipating my needs before I even voiced them. She helped me feel empowered, confident, and safe throughout the entire process. Her warmth, patience, and dedication made all the difference, and I truly don’t know what I would have done without her. If you are looking for a compassionate, skilled, and incredibly supportive doula, I highly recommend Joanna .She is a gift to any family welcoming a new baby!

- jheny g.

Rickeya Napper

Tampa, Florida

5.0 (2 reviews)

Rickeya Napper

2 years of experience

Hello, my name is Rickeya, and I am a dedicated maternal and newborn care professional with a passion for supporting families during one of the most meaningful transitions of their lives. My goal is to provide exceptional clinical care, emotional support, and guidance as parents navigate the beautiful and sometimes overwhelming journey of parenthood. I am a Labor and Delivery Surgical Technologist with over two years of hands-on experience in labor and delivery, where I have served as a patient advocate and assisted in both vaginal deliveries and cesarean sections. My background also includes six years as a Certified Nursing Assistant, working across multiple hospital specialties, which has strengthened my clinical skills, adaptability, and compassionate approach to patient care. As a mother of two, I bring both professional expertise and personal understanding to my work. I take great pride in supporting new parents, ensuring their babies are safe, comforted, and well cared for. My newborn care experience includes feeding support, sleep relief, overnight care, and night nanny services. I am CPR and First Aid certified, and I am deeply committed to providing calm, reliable, and knowledgeable care that allows families to feel confident, supported, and at ease during this special time.

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Absolutely — here’s a strong, heartfelt 5-star style review that sounds genuine and standout: --- ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rickeya was truly a blessing to our family during the newborn stage. From the very first night, her calm presence, professionalism, and deep knowledge of newborn care immediately put us at ease. She not only cared for our baby with incredible attentiveness and gentleness, but she also supported us as new parents with reassurance, education, and emotional encouragement when we needed it most. Her background in labor and delivery really shows — she is confident, organized, and always prioritizes safety. Our baby’s feeding, sleep, and overall comfort improved so much under her care, and being able to rest at night knowing our little one was in such capable hands was priceless. She anticipated our needs before we even had to ask and created a peaceful nighttime routine that helped our whole household. Beyond her skills, Rickeya is simply a kind and compassionate person who truly loves what she does. Any family would be lucky to have her support during such an important time. We cannot recommend her highly enough!

- Jasmine H.

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