Rachel Johnson

St. Louis Park, Minnesota

Rachel Johnson

11 years of experience

Here is a little background on me (the short version) - I started working at KinderCare during my summers in college. 2016-2018. August of 2018 I started nannying for a 15 month old while I was still finishing my Bachelors Degree. I stayed with that family until I graduated college in May of 2020. (I actually still have contact with this family and remain very close with them.) I graduated college from UMN Twin Cities with a BS in Child Developmental Psychology. After college I worked as an ABA therapist for Kiddos with Autism. Then I moved to a school district and worked in SPED with kiddos with EBD (emotional behavioral disorder). Finally that brings me to my current job 2020-now. I work as a Guardian ad Litem for the State of Minnesota. Essentially a cross between an attorney and a child advocate in the family court system. I am looking for some part time work for a couple of reasons, but the main reason is I recently lost my mom to chemotherapy complications in May of 2024. Since then I have been trying to find things that bring me joy in such dark times. Children are that joy for me. While I work with children in my regular career, I want to get back to my roots in providing direct one on one care for kiddos.

Cylena Stewart

Saint Paul, Minnesota

5.0 (1 review)

Cylena Stewart

3 years of experience

I am 21 years old and I am also married with 2 wonderful children! I had a doula for my first birth and I've never felt so secure. I had someone who had me, my boundaries and wants in mind. I never knew what i wanted to do as a career and after that whole experience I knew exactly what i wanted to do. Birth is such a vulnerable process and emotions are high. My goal as a Doula is to remind mothers that they are powerful and courageous! I love the feeling when i see mothers realize they are meant for this and they can do it with out a doubt!!<3

Recent review

I’ve personally known cylena since elementary so when I got pregnant and heard she was becoming a doula I knew I made the perfect decision having her be apart of my first pregnancy journey. She made my labor experience go very smooth and made sure I was comfortable the whole time. She advocated for me at the times I wasn’t able to and made sure I was getting the care I needed and some. Working with cylena will be the best decision you ever make and I’m not being biased! She loves what she does and she’s great at it.

- Necaija D.

Maria Finsness

Minneapolis, Minnesota

5.0 (2 reviews)

Maria Finsness

4 years of experience

Your friendly neighborhood birth doula here to support YOUR birth! Daisy Doula MN attends hospitals, birth centers, and home births. A doula works alongside you in the prenatal, birthing time, and postpartum. I am a birth doula residing in South Minneapolis. I have a lot of interests and passions that led me to find birthwork. I find it perfectly intersects science and data, bodywork and movement, direct advocacy, and human connection. I love to laugh and cry with you, holding space for your emotions and experiences. I enjoy sharing my knowledge while being curious about everything I don’t know. After completing a B.S. at the University of Minnesota and a stint living in France, I started working as a consultant for our local utility companies, implementing an energy efficiency program for new home construction. By this time I was deep into a yoga practice and took a yoga teacher training at Yess Yoga in 2018. I learned so much and it exposed me to many holistic practices within the 8 limbs of yoga. Meanwhile, my all-female consulting team started expecting. They would come to the office with so much new information and questions after doctor/midwife appointments, not to mention what everyone was saying on the internet! I was so curious about it all! I discovered what a doula was and that people did it as a profession. Not long after I am happy to say I found a doula training and haven’t looked back.

Recent review

Maria was an amazing source of support, wisdom, and 5 hours of hip squeezes! My husband and I felt so confident and prepared for childbirth (as much as you can as first time parents) due to Maria’s guidance throughout the pregnancy. From day 1, Maria was comfortable and fun to work with! We cannot recommend her enough.

- Chrissy H.

Katy Paurus

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Katy Paurus

8 years of experience

With seven years of experience as a Newborn Care Specialist, Katy combines expert knowledge in lactation and newborn sleep with a deep passion for supporting new families. As a Certified Lactation Educator Counselor, Katy excels in guiding new mothers through breastfeeding challenges and establishing healthy feeding routines, while also helping parents create effective sleep strategies for their babies. Known for a compassionate and tailored approach, Katy offers invaluable support, ensuring both infants and parents navigate the early months with confidence and ease.

Lisa & Jaime

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Lisa & Jaime

33 years of experience

At Lullaby Nest, we believe that the first five years of a child’s life are fundamentally important for their development so we work closely with families to provide guidance and education while also being respectful and understanding of diverse parenting styles and comfort levels around the sleep training process. We use a holistic approach as we learn about the whole child in order to create unique and appropriate plans. We then walk closely alongside each family until they’ve reached their sleep goals." ~Lullaby Nest Team ​

Kevalin Aulandez, CD(DONA), MSPH

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Kevalin Aulandez, CD(DONA), MSPH

7 years of experience

I am a certified birth doula and public health professional in Minneapolis, MN. I am passionate about supporting people in their journey into parenthood. I firmly believe that all parents deserve loving, supportive, and knowledgeable birth support.

Erin Mossey

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Erin Mossey

5 years of experience

As motherhood advocates, we strive to bring forth all the experiences of motherhood, including the many ambivalent feelings we all have. We are also infant sleep educators and specialists. Trained through a neuroscience and attachment lens, we support families and the needs of infants. We educate on biologically normal infant sleep and work to optimize sleep and wellbeing for the whole family. We are sleep supporters not sleep trainers!

Amanda Kaiser

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Amanda Kaiser

20 years of experience

Amanda has dedicated much of her life to the caring of children. From babysitter to teacher, therapist, coach, nanny, infant care specialist, and postpartum doula. She is well versed in child development and relationship building. She has worked with parents and caregivers of all kinds in their parenting journey.

Treya Taylor

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Treya Taylor

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

I’m a Perinatal Educator based in Minneapolis, MN, with a deep passion for supporting Black and Brown families. After my own challenging and disheartening labor experience with my first son in 2019, I felt called to make a difference in the lives of others who may face similar challenges. For almost six years, I’ve been advocating for our community, working to ensure that families receive the care, knowledge, and support they deserve. In May 2023, I became a certified Perinatal Educator through Commonsense Childbirth, and since then, I’ve had the privilege of serving many families. I take a holistic approach to perinatal education, focusing not just on the physical aspects of pregnancy and birth, but also on mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. My work is rooted in empowerment, education, and advocacy for equitable, culturally relevant care, and I’m committed to making a positive impact on the lives of the families I serve.

Megan Martin

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Megan Martin

2 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi there! I’m Megan (she/her). I’m so glad you’re considering doula support for your or your partner’s upcoming birth. I believe all parents deserve judgement-free, evidence-based support during their labor, birth and postpartum. My journey to fully birth obsessed began during my first pregnancy. I needed to know all the things and hear all the stories. I quickly learned that many birthing people, especially those in marginalized communities, do not receive the care they deserve during their journey to and through parenthood. This is when I discovered doulas and the support they provide. So I hired my doula, had two supported and empowering in-hospital birth experiences and went on my way as a mom of two, working a typical 9-5 in corporate marketing— never quite shaking a new found desire to make a difference in the birth community. Fast forward a few years, endless heart-to-hearts with my family and friends about making a change and I finally enrolled in a doula training. I truly believe this is what I’m meant to do and I’m so glad to have found my way here. My goal as a birth and postpartum doula is to empower birthing people and their partners through judgment-free and evidence-based support. When I’m not doula-ing, I’m usually spending time with my husband, our two daughters and two elder pups. Before parenthood and a pandemic hit, you could find us skiing, hiking, trying new restaurants, taking on a house project we probably should have left to professionals or binging our favorite shows. Now, you’re more likely to find us at a local park, swimming pool or in our backyard. A meaningful conversation over a cup of coffee or glass of wine is the way to my heart. I am so honored to serve birth clients in Minneapolis, St. Paul and all the surrounding suburbs.

Jerriah Marie

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Jerriah Marie

10 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Jerriah Marie (She/Her)… is a wellness practitioner, birth worker, and medicine wombman located in the twin cities. When she is not serving families in the birth space you can find her writing poetry, whipping up herbal remedies in her kitchen, and sharing cuddles with her daughter Leilani. Her passion for birth work began at age 5. After witness her first birth, she knew that being a birthworker was her mission. As a young adult Jerriah was always deeply moved by birth and found her way supporting family members and friends during their labor. It wasn't until 2020, after the birth of her daughter, that this spark reignited back into her life and she dove deep into the meaningful work that she now does as a birth worker. "I believe that Birth is sacred, and should be handled with intention. As a birth worker my approach is designed around assisting you in bringing your birth intentions to life, whatever that may look like for you and your family. Birth is such a special moment that many remember for the rest of their lives. My hope as your doula is to ensure you embark on the journey of parenthood feeling educated, supported, and empowered.

Jakayla Crowley

Minnetonka, Minnesota

Jakayla Crowley

5 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Welcome to Angel Kiss Doula Services Where Every Birth is a Blessing, and Every Family is Honored. Hi, I'm Jakayla Crowley, the heart behind Angel Kiss Doula Services. I provide compassionate, judgment-free support through prenatal care, labor and delivery, and postpartum recovery—empowering individuals and families of all backgrounds to feel informed, nurtured, and truly seen during one of life’s most sacred journeys. Whether you're preparing for your first birth, your fifth, or simply seeking emotional grounding and physical support, I’m here to walk alongside you every step of the way—with hands to hold, ears to listen, and a heart that cares deeply. Let’s make your birth experience one you’ll treasure forever. Because every family deserves an angel’s touch.

Bria Florell

Minneapolis, Minnesota

5.0 (2 reviews)

Bria Florell

6 years of experience

Hi! I'm Bria. I'm a wife and a mama to three little humans, foodie, traveler, and outdoors-lover. I'm also a birth doula and Lamaze childbirth educator. My interest in birth work began after my second baby was born. My passion is in supporting people in their journey to parenthood. Everyone wants to hold the baby.... I'm here to hold the parent[s]! After hearing countless testimonies from birthing people who wish they'd known more before giving birth, I decided to become a doula. My goal is to INFORM, ASSIST, and EMPOWER pregnant people, so that they go into their birth feeling confident and supported. As a doula, I support all birth. Whether you're planning a home birth in a tub, or a C-section in a hospital, I'm here for it. The most important thing to me is that we develop mutual trust, and that you feel comfortable with me by your side. My personality is pretty type-A, and I love numbers and evidence. One of my goals as a doula and childbirth educator is to make sure my clients always know their options, and understand the risks/benefits of the decisions they make. My childbirth ed course is designed to teach you ALL of your birthing options - not just your hospital's "policies". I'm excited to connect with you, and work with you during this lifechanging time!

Recent review

My partner and I are so grateful to be working with Bria as our birth doula, and we've now taken several childbirth education classes with her. Bria's courses are incredibly informative and her teaching style is engaging and realistic; she makes a Zoom course into a fun time! We appreciate that Bria shares all of the stats/facts and provides the framework for us to make the best decisions for our individual family. We leave her classes feeling more confident and would recommend them to anyone who wants to feel empowered during their journey to parenthood. The postpartum workshop, in particular, is not to be missed!

- Dylan D.

Claudia Sinclair

Minneapolis, Minnesota

5.0 (1 review)

Claudia Sinclair

3 years of experience

I love helping mothers enter their birth journey through education and empowerment. I am very passionate about the process of development and both, as well as supporting the birthing family and allowing our bodies to birth in the best way for them. 🌿

Recent review

Claudia made my birthing experience feel safe and peaceful. She was prepared for every situation and request that I had and she even took photos which were a great reminder of how strong i am. I am so glad I used a doula for my first birth and I hope to again in the future. Katherine

- Katherine A.

Jeannie Baron

Excelsior, Minnesota

Jeannie Baron

21 years of experience

The Nest Birth & Family Services is a Christian doula agency serving the Minneapolis/St. Paul area of Minnesota owned by Jeannie Baron and Linda Sarna. We started our agency because we had a vision of creating a community of passionate and evidence-based birth professionals who are motivated by the love of Jesus and all things birth and the desire to surround mothers and families with tenderness, kindness and skill. At The Nest, we understand the power of a mother’s intuition. That’s why our guiding principle is to listen before all else. We then pair that listening ear with our training and expertise to ensure that you understand your choices and to give you a voice to express them. Our aim is to help you have your ideal pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience. A nest is a space that is loving, positive, strong, and durable. Our vision is to make The Nest Birth & Family Services this sort of space for growing families. To that end, we offer the best providers in prenatal and postpartum care. The Nest doulas are professionally trained and are either certified or working towards certification to assure accountability and the highest of professional doula standards. Besides birth doula support, we also offer childbirth education, body work, breastfeeding support, postpartum doulas, parenting classes, and much more. Whether you are looking for childbirth classes, a birth doula or a postpartum doula, our unbiased, unconditional guidance makes us an incredible choice to round out your baby dream team!

Libby Halbmaier

Shorewood, Minnesota

5.0 (3 reviews)

Libby Halbmaier

Hi my name is Libby! Having a passion for caring for people and family led me to my love of postpartum care! One of the biggest blessings in life is the ability to carry and bring a new life into this world. I have been working with families for more than 10 years, starting out as a babysitter, and working my way into the doula industry. It would be an honor to care for you and your family. I cannot wait to connect with you!

Recent review

"Libby is a great help and also emotional support. She is quick to do any tasks such as cleaning or helping in any way with the baby, as well as happy to be a listening ear. I've had a great feeling about her since first meeting her."

- Christine M.

Brittany Stamer

Plymouth, Minnesota

5.0 (1 review)

Brittany Stamer

8 years of experience

I am a registered naturopathic doctor practicing virtually. My clinical specialties are women's health, fertility, and preconception. I also see women with concerns that they often need support with such as digestive concerns, endocrine issues, autoimmune diseases, and anxiety and depression. I always strive to find the root cause. I love to empower and guide patient's along their healing journey.

Recent review

Dr. Stamer is thoughtful, compassionate, dedicated and a clear expert in her field. She has a gift of offering guidance in a digestible way rooted in empowerment while being results oriented. Dr. Stamer truly holds her care to the highest standard. I can't recommend enough if you have the opportunity to bring her onto your healthcare team.

- Haley S.

Michelle Haggerty

Plymouth, Minnesota

Michelle Haggerty

13 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Nobody talks about the difficult realities of postpartum. Many new parents find themselves navigating this vital healing period feeling unprepared and unsupported, often already drained by the physical and emotional upheaval that comes with even the simplest of births. Fourth Trimester Doc® was established to address a crucial need in postpartum health by offering integrative, specialized care for birthing people and their infants in the comfort of their own homes. Our dedicated team of experienced physicians supports you at every stage, including through in-home advanced lactation expertise.

Marika Brown

Waconia, Minnesota

Marika Brown

My name is Marika Brown, and I am a Jesus-loving Christian mom of 7 living children and 4 babies in Heaven. I am a DONA-trained birth doula. My background includes a B.A. in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from Evangel University. I have been homeschooling my children for 13 years and recently graduated my oldest child, while my baby is approaching his second birthday. My journey to become a doula had been years in the making, starting with the birth of my own first child and instantly wanting to learn as much as I could about pregnancy and birth. I have always loved listening to other moms' stories about their births and babies. With my own back-to-back pregnancies and newborns, the time had not been right to pursue professional training to be a doula, but I knew it was something I wanted to do "someday." As a loss mama and high-risk patient myself, I have a special interest in supporting moms during a pregnancy after loss, or pregnancy complications. I completed DONA birth doula training in June 2025. I love to support moms with any type of birth-epidural, natural, high-risk, C-section, induction, spontaneous, VBAC. Every pregnancy and birth are different and all deserve support, acceptance, and no judgement. I would love to come alongside you and help support you in whatever birth you desire!

Angelia Reed

Minnetrista, Minnesota

Angelia Reed

7 years of experience

Hi! I’m Angelia, a birth worker of six years, documentary photographer and owner of bending willow birth. I am deeply passionate about honoring and preserving undisturbed instinctual birth. That the process of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum are times of transformation where women deserve to be held and honored. That the doulas purpose is to be with women as they embrace such a meaningful transition and have the autonomous birth they desire. That through documentary photography we can preserve these beautiful moments motherhood holds.