Brooke Miller

Chillicothe, Ohio

Brooke Miller

5 years of experience

I’m a non-medical trained professional that provides women with emotional and physical support throughout pregnancy and birthing. I specialize in unmedicated, natural birth, but support all birth wishes. As a Doula, all I want is to be there for you and help you make informed decisions. Let’s get started.

Effy Rodriguez

Westerville, Ohio

5.0 (2 reviews)

Effy Rodriguez

4 years of experience

Born and raised in a tight-knit community, I've always had a natural inclination towards helping others. However, it was the birth of my first child that sparked my newfound calling. My own childbirth experience, marked by both challenges and triumphs, ignited a profound desire to assist other women through this transformative period of their lives. My name is Effy, and my journey as a doula is marked by my commitment to inclusivity and cultural sensitivity. I recognize the unique needs and perspectives of each family I work with, ensuring a tailored and supportive experience for all. My bilingual abilities enable me to bridge language barriers, making my services accessible to a diverse clientele. My dedication and innate ability to connect with expectant mothers quickly set me apart in the field. I approach each birth with unwavering compassion, providing emotional support, physical comfort, and evidence-based information to empower women in making informed choices.

Recent review

Effy is an incredible colleague who is always warm, caring, and open-minded. She listens to concerns and is always ready to help out. Her understanding of how birth impacts cultural biases is so important, and being able to speak with her in Spanish is a big plus. Effy is an amazing mother, doula, and friend, and working with her is a joy because she’s always got a huge smile on her face. She’s super knowledgeable and easy to talk to, making her a fantastic part of our community. Her passion for helping others is truly admirable, and she has been an amazing contribution to the birth worker community. Any client who hires her will receive exceptional service.

- Hidaly J.

Emma Lengerich

Columbus, Ohio

Emma Lengerich

13 years of experience

I am a pelvic health physical therapist specializing in women’s health. I work with women who are experiencing general pain, pelvic pain, urinary leakage/frequency/retention, stool leakage, pain with intimacy, pregnancy related pain, birth education/coaching, and postpartum recovery.

Kathy Swart

Upper Arlington, Ohio

Kathy Swart

6 years of experience

I’m Kathy. I am a birth doula and birth educator. My passion is to see couples be empowered to have the birth they would like. As a birth doula, I don’t give the mother strength, instead I can show a mother how strong she is.

Kellie Green

Columbus, Ohio

Kellie Green

19 years of experience
Accepts insurances

***MESSAGE ME AT 614-974-2211, NOT VIA BORNBIR *** Kellie is a speech pathologist (SLP) and lactation consultant (IBCLC) specializing in infant feeding. She supports families with bottle feeding and refusal, oral motor development, and latch challenges, offering individualized lactation care and feeding therapy. With a calm, empathetic approach, she helps families feel confident nourishing their babies and building a strong foundation for growth.

Shaelynn Houston

Columbus, Ohio

Shaelynn Houston

3 years of experience

Hello, expecting parents! I'm Shaelynn, a passionate and dedicated birth doula ready to support you on your journey to parenthood. With my training from DONA International, I am equipped with the knowledge and skills to provide you with exceptional care and guidance during this special time in your life. I believe in the power of personalized support and advocacy for every birthing experience. From prenatal education to labor support and postpartum care, I am here to ensure that you feel empowered, informed, and respected throughout your childbirth journey. Let's embark on this beautiful journey together, with me by your side every step of the way. Your comfort, well-being, and wishes are my top priority, and I am committed to creating a nurturing and positive birth experience for you and your growing family. Get in touch with me today to learn more about how I can support you during this incredible chapter of your life. Together, we can make your birth experience truly memorable and empowering.

Shea Fergus

Columbus, Ohio

Shea Fergus

3 years of experience

Hi, it’s nice to meet you! 
Whether you’re exploring sexual education, expecting, experiencing loss, or navigating early parenthood, I’m here to provide guidance, comfort, and unwavering support. Utilizing my understanding of compassionate care, evidence-based knowledge, and personalized support, I aim to create a nurturing environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to have the experience you desire. I have years of experience participating as a peer educator with Planned Parenthood and have spent the last five years being fascinated with birth work. At the start of 2024, I started training with Doula Trainings International to become a Full Spectrum Doula. When I am not working, I enjoy being in nature on hikes or kayaking, spending time with my closest friends, and experimenting in the kitchen. Can't wait to get to know you :)

Bianca Micu

Galena, Ohio

Bianca Micu

5 years of experience

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Manu Brune

Galena, Ohio

5.0 (3 reviews)

Manu Brune

6 years of experience

As a mom of two small kids (aged 2.5 and 1), I understand just how difficult this parenting thing can be. Lack of sleep can compound with boundary pushing and send us over the edge. This is where I step in. I work with my clients to implement peaceful and gentle parenting techniques. I've been through it and it became my passion to help others thrive in parenthood. I'd love to connect and see how I can help you regain sleep, potty train, or calm your emotions for a happier, well-rested, and peaceful parenting experience with mutual respect between parents and children.

Recent review

Manu is extremely knowledgeable in all things postpartum and can offer guidance and support to mamas trying to figure everything out. Her sleep expertise is bar none and creates such a world of difference for families and littles. I'd recommend anyone looking for postpartum or sleep support to Manu without hesitation.

- Aarika G.

Kristina Kehoe

Dublin, Ohio

Kristina Kehoe

11 years of experience

I am a pelvic floor physical therapist who is a board certified specialist in women's health physical therapy. I own an out-of-network mobile physical therapy practice where I provide in-home and telehealth physical therapy services for pregnant and postpartum moms!

Aislynn Curtis

Sunbury, Ohio

Aislynn Curtis

4 years of experience

Hello everyone, It has been a while since I’ve done an introduction post. I am very happy you’re here and looking into having a doula by your side while going through the most beautiful experiences of life. ••• A little about me, I am twenty-five years old. My husband and I have two daughters. They are our pride and joy with the perfect mix of sassy and sweet. ••• I myself had a very traumatic birth in 2021 and I am very thankful for it because it has led me here, helping other mommas and doing what I have been called to do. I am a Christian Certified Doula located in the state of Ohio. As a doula, I will share all I know about pregnancy, birth, postpartum and newborn care one on one and through my page. ••• I will help you decide on a birth plan, prepare physically and mentally for birth and postpartum…As well as so much more. You deserve peace of mind whether this is your first baby or your last. ••• Having a doula throughout pregnancy has statistically been shown to shorten labor, instill confidence and trust in your body and your care team, as well as preventing unnecessary interventions. ••• I help families all over Ohio prepare for birth both virtually and locally so that parents can have the gift of readiness and ease. ••• Please check out my new website as well as my updated schedule for the next few months. ••• I am excited to continue this journey on supporting moms and helping them advocate for themselves.

Lea Privara

Lewis Center, Ohio

Lea Privara

14 years of experience

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Alyssa Broadwater

Dublin, Ohio

Alyssa Broadwater

10 years of experience
Accepts insurances

After working in the nutrition space as a private practice dietitian for several years, I started to realize how much the conventional recommendations leave us hanging when it some to fertility, prenatal, and postpartum nutrition. This is arguably the time in life when nutrition matters most but few providers talk much about nutrition at all. At most, you may received a handout on what foods to avoid. But that leaves you not knowing what to actually eat. Because our current recommendations on prenatal nutrition are lacking, I went head first into the literature to learn more about this topic. Unfortunately, it’s not one we learned much about in my nutrition classes! I realized I loved working with this population and wanted to help women and couples on their journey to having a healthy baby. In addition to pregnancy related nutrition, I also specialize in eating disorders so I want to make food non stressful and pleasurable again. Food shouldn’t be a chore. Food is not just fuel, it is our way to show love, to connect with others, to change our quality of life, and to impact the future health of our children (and even grandchildren). I am passionate about helping people sift through the plethora of nutrition information that can be found on the internet to refocus on what is most specific to them and their circumstance. I strive to continually learn and better my practice in order to bring the best advice possible to my clients.

Marlene Waechter

Jackson, Ohio

Marlene Waechter

50 years of experience

I am an empirical homebirth midwife serving most of Southern OH for 2 decades. I am also a monitrice, doula, childbirth educator, & author.

Kathryn Smith

Washington Court House, Ohio

5.0 (1 review)

Kathryn Smith

3 years of experience

Hi!! I am so glad you are here. I am a Doula located in Washington Court House, Ohio. I am married to my best friend & I am a mama to two beautiful little babes. I became a Doula because every birthing person deserves to have the support they desire. I love helping expecting & postpartum moms so they can be informed, confident & love motherhood from the start. With me as your Doula, I will not replace your current support system but rather we all work as a one. I will emotionally & physically support you & your family for the new life you are bringing earth side. I would love to bring genuine, evidenced-based support to your pregnancy, birth & postpartum period so that you can savor & appreciate your new chapter in life. I hope to speak with you soon!

Recent review

A Natural!! I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to have Kathryn at my daughter’s birth. From the moment she showed up she was very in tune with what I needed and when I needed it such as helping coach me with my breathing, knowing the exact spot I needed pressure during contractions, and empowering me when it was time to push. I would recommend her one thousand times over!

- H P.