Birth & Postpartum Doulas Near Me in Lee's Summit, MO

I hired amy in 2025 for my first pregnancy PRICING: Amy had great pricing that was a little bit lower than most doulas you would find in KC proper. She was incredibly helpful in submitting paperwork so my work would reimburse me(trust me it was a lot of hoops to jump through and she did them with a smile) CLASSES: I’ll start by saying I was definitely someone who listened to a birth story or hypno birth video nearly every day on my drive into work. I think her classes offered great advice but much of the material if you were like me and constantly listen and read things could be learned online. I will say while I did feel like most of it was refreshers and was good to talk through different coping strategies, birth preferences, positions (this I felt was something I didn’t know much about and she had many print outs for), and ways to advocate for yourself. The longer version of will be at the end but I had to have a very quick delivery due to complications and my husband was able to really speak up and buy me some time using the strategies that Amy had made sure to really emphasize. I do think Amy had a lot to do with him telling the Drs. I need a few private minutes and asking for a different nurse to help me make my decision. ON CALL SUPPORT: Amy was so sweet and there was one time I had a rough appointment and was feeling beat down. She invited me to her house to chat and walk through my emotions. She was always there for a phone call or to help me find resources when I had questions L&D: I had an induction. We had built a plan with Amy for when I was further along and in need of support then she would come to the hospital. Unfortunately I had to have an urgent c section about 1 hour into my day. With that said I don’t have a lot of input on L&D with her as she was not the one we were frantically calling/ texting as I was going to the OR. She did show up after and offered to bring us food or any kind of comfort measures. She also offered to swing by to allow my husband some time out of the hospital (my folks were there so we didn’t take her up on this). I know Amy would’ve been there had we texted her because she was checking in frequently throughout the night when I was getting my cervix softened and rough when they started the pitocin POST PART: Amy was great about checking in and making sure I was supported. I was not super mobile and also had sooooo many people stopping by, she allowed me time that I much needed before my post partum visit. From the outside looking in - I could see this visit as even more helpful if you did not have a lot of people around the area. Overall Amy was great, you can tell she loves what she does and care deeply about her clients. I really leaned on some of the earlier teaching and strategies she gave me when I was told that my day was going to end differently than I expected.

- Mak R.

We hired Betsy for labor and delivery support early in pregnancy upon the advice of some friends, and was it ever good advice! Betsy is kind, a good listener, and full of compassionate advice earned from her professional training, her on-the-job years as a doula, and her own experiences as a mother of 4. She took the time to understand our circumstances and questions, and offered lots of education and reassurance at our prenatal meetings. She helped us articulate the birth plan we hoped for and even attended a prenatal OB checkup with us. The day before baby was born, Betsy was only a detailed text away, advising us from the onset of labor and through late-stage contractions with us at home before helping decide when to go to the hospital and aiding us there too. She helped us physically manage contractions at the hospital and navigate decision-making late in labor. Less than 3 hours later, we were holding our baby! Her presence, plus the very useful labor prep classes hosted by her and her doula partners, helped me build strength for the natural no-meds birth I hoped for! She supported me AND my spouse, especially so during labor, all along the way, staying with us a few hours postpartum too. She shared kind gifts and visited us at home days later, and continues to provide guidance and camaraderie at a weekly mom’s group. I strongly recommend Betsy’s doula services to all!

- Jennifer K.

I had such an amazing experience with my doula during the birth of my baby. She was supportive, patient, and truly cared about me and my baby every step of the way. One moment that really meant a lot to me was after delivery when I was having trouble getting my baby to latch. I started to feel frustrated and overwhelmed, but she didn’t rush off or leave me to figure it out alone. She stayed right there with me, gently guiding me and giving me tips until I was finally able to get him to latch successfully. Her patience and encouragement made such a difference in that moment and helped me feel more confident instead of discouraged. I’m so grateful for her support and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a compassionate and dedicated doula.

- Kenaja Green

We chose to have Lauren as our doula with our third pregnancy. This was my first time using a doula and it made a world of difference! Her expertise, calming presence, and intuition was invaluable for my unmedicated induction. She helped with advocacy making sure all our wishes were honored. She was so helpful to my husband as well, teaching him comfort measures, counter pressure, and helping him to be involved throughout labor. I am so glad I decided to have a doula as an extra set of hands for my unmedicated birth. She also has amazing tools such as red light therapy and a birth sling. I cannot recommend Beloved Births KC enough! She is worth every penny!

- Tiffany G.

Amber was recommended to me by multiple friends who had previously hired her. We connected in my second trimester, and Amber was great from the start. She was always available via text or call, and her doula co-op offered three classes on late pregnancy comfort, labor positions, interventions, etc. She attended my entire labor and delivery and provided terrific informational, physical, and emotional support throughout the day. She helped me achieve my goal of an unmedicated birth, took photos of my first moments with my son, and checked in frequently throughout the first week postpartum. Truly an excellent experience, and I would not hesitate to recommend her!

- Sarah K.