What's the Cost of Hiring a Doula in Lenexa, KS?

Erykah Wayne

Hello! I’m Erykah, a Certified Birth Doula, and Trained Postpartum Doula with a background in physical therapy, prenatal and postnatal fitness, and community health research, with a special focus on serving minority and Indigenous families. My approach is holistic and deeply personal: I believe every parent deserves to feel seen, heard, and empowered to make choices that reflect their unique values and traditions. I blend evidence-based care with compassion, open communication, and cultural awareness, creating a nurturing space where families can feel confident and supported as they welcome their new little one. For me, this work is more than a service, it’s a calling rooted in respect and the belief that every family’s story is sacred.

Erykah has been such a a blessing to me and our family. Having her has help speed up recovery and my physical and mental health. She takes the time to dig deeper on challenges and really takes initiative when she sees something that needs to be addressed. I would give her 10 stars if I could.

- Katie B.

Shawnee, Kansas

Lauren Beabout

Hi, I’m Lauren, a compassionate, gentle, and encouraging doula who is dedicated to providing personalized care to all mothers during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. I am eager to help women bring their babies into the world with confidence and ease. Birthing mothers deserve to have all the tools they need for their desired birth experience which may include pain management and breathing techniques. My services include prenatal consultations, continuous labor support, and postpartum care.

Grandview, Missouri

Theresa Stallone

I’m a work from home mom and I had my first baby in June of 2023! My husband and I have been married since 2022 and we’ve grown up in Kansas City our whole life. I’ve been passionate about birth since I saw my mother birth her last two children about 10 years ago and noticed how much women need advocates and support during pregnancy, labor, delivery and postpartum! Since then, I’ve been trained as a doula through GEM (Global Education of the Midwife) and have been pursuing a postpartum doula course as well. I hope to provide my clients with all the information necessary to empower them to make informed decisions about their birth plan/goals. If a client is open to it, I also love my Christian faith and try to implement that in areas of my work as well.

Theresa was very kind and always willingly to answer any and all questions regarding childbirth I had, especially as a first time mom. I’d highly recommend her as your doula as she is informed, attentive, and very flexible!!!

- Elizabeth T.

Kansas City, Kansas

5.0 (26 reviews)

Lydia Robinson

13 years of experience

I began my career as a birth professional in 2013 as a registered nurse, specializing in Labor & Delivery. I am also a certified doula and home birth midwife. I have worked as a travel nurse in different states, which has allowed me to learn a variety of useful methods and introduce them where beneficial to my birthing moms. It has been my pleasure to work with families of diverse backgrounds, helping them welcome their new baby into the world and fulfill their best possible pregnancy & birth experience. I enjoy working with women who labor with or without epidurals assisting them with massage, positioning, and breathing techniques to achieve a calming labor experience. I have attended over 2,000 births including water birth and cesarean deliveries. I completed my training and certification as a birth and bereavement doula through both the DONA International and Stillbirthday (bereavement) programs. I have also obtained certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) to assist women in their breastfeeding goals. As a Chocolate Milk Cafe facilitator I hold monthly meetings to provide Black women and their families with breastfeeding support and resources. I have received training as an Evidence Based Birth Instructor through Evidence Based Birth. Additionally, I have completed training to become a fertility and pregnancy and infant loss (PAIL) advocate. As a registered nurse I hold certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), AWOHNN Fetal Monitoring (Intermediate & Advanced), and Safe Sleep. My goal is to help educate mothers and families to be as prepared as possible for the childbirth experience and help them to adjust thereafter. I offer hands-on support, as well as help mom understand each step of the labor/birth process so she may better voice her desires to her provider (MD/CNM). I am very open and willing to answer mom/family questions and address any expressed concerns. Sharing the birthing process and miracle of life is my passion. I know that the birthing process can be very overwhelming and my focus is to help diminish any sense of fear and replace it with knowledge and empowerment. I promise to hold your hand every step of the way so #Let’sHaveABaby! **I AM UNABLE TO SEE MESSAGES!** To connect Please schedule a consult via my website www.laboredwithlove.com 913-543-1077

I highly recommend! Lydia is a midwife, experienced, and completely trustworthy midwife. She and her entire team do a fantastic job; they have been like my support system throughout my pregnancy and childbirth journey. I will definitely return to them in the future. My overall pregnancy birth and experience is happy and satisfied. I share my experience with my family and it has changed how they think about natural home birth. I came to Lydia at the beginning of my pregnancy and enjoyed everything about the whole process. All of the preparations we did with Lydia were important beginning to end. Having a midwife at the birth made me feel safe and more comfortable.

- Haydee

Grandview, Missouri

5.0 (4 reviews)

Amanda Downing

5 years of experience

Amanda is a Certified Birth Doula serving the Kansas City area and surrounding suburbs. She brings warmth, extensive knowledge and caring support to every birth she attends. She believes in every woman's ability to birth her baby, her way. She unwaveringly supports your birth decisions at your birth. Her specialty is comfort measures, labor positions and activity that help labor to progress. Interested in working with her? Let's chat! Text is best! :)

I wasn’t sure about hiring a doula because I’m frugal but Amanda was well worth it! She was very helpful and knowledgeable about pregnancy and labor. Plus, she was good company. She stayed in the hospital with my husband and me for 2 full days. She was also there before and after our son’s birth for moral support and resources. Before labor, my husband didn’t fully understand the role of a doula but he is also very thankful that we had Amanda on our team. If you’re considering a doula, hire Amanda!

- Carol Lyle

Kansas City, Missouri

5.0 (47 reviews)

Amy Weaver

20 years of experience

I am a mother to five children here on earth. I have many years of experience as a certified postpartum Doula and am passionate about providing care to mothers during and after birth. At Birth and Beyond KC we provide both daytime and overnight support. We have a team of experienced Doula‘s ready to support and walk with you on your postpartum journey.

Sarah and Amy were great to work with throughout my pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey! They have a wealth of knowledge and are very kind and caring. Birthing classes with Sarah were a blast and so helpful for me and my husband as first time parents. It was such a blessing and relief having Amy at my birth to be an extra set of eyes and hands when needed. I felt confident she would honor my birth plan and advocate for me when I needed her to—and she did exactly that! I can’t recommend Birth and Beyond KC enough for any and all of their services!

- Elizabeth Moline

Kansas City, Missouri

5.0 (3 reviews)

Aneliz Soto Vazquez

My name is Aneliz Soto. My daughter Anaiah Bruno and I are a bilingual mother-daughter doula team trained with Dona International serving in Kansas City desiring to serve women through their birth journey. We want to support you with evidence-based information through your pregnancy so you can feel confident at the moment of birth. Through the labor and delivery process we want to help you with comfort measures and guidance as needed. During postpartum, we want to care for you and help you start your journey into motherhood with ease. Let us know how we can serve you! Me llamo Aneliz Soto. Mi hija Anaiah Bruno y yo somos un equipo de doulas bilingües, madre e hija, capacitadas por Dona International y con servicio en Kansas City. Queremos acompañar a las mujeres en su proceso de parto. Queremos brindarte información basada en evidencia durante su embarazo para que se sienta segura al momento del parto. Durante el proceso de parto, le ayudamos con medidas de confort y la orientación que necesite. Durante el posparto, queremos cuidarla y ayudarla a comenzar su camino hacia la maternidad con tranquilidad. Déjenos saber como podemos servirle.

For me the presence of Aneliz was priceless, her experience with labor and her experience inside and outside the health system were very important and reassuring. Aneliz also brings her Christian Faith into the process, which for my wife and I was extremely helpful. Also, her Spanish speaking was hugely helpful for my wife. We can´t recommend her enough."

- John M.

Kansas City, Missouri

Cassi Larson

Hello! I am Cassi- the doula behind Wise Womb Doula Care. My journey into birth work started with my own path into motherhood, and it has become my greatest passion to support families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. I believe every birth is unique and every family deserves personalized, gentle care. My goal is to help you feel informed, empowered, and truly supported as you step into this new chapter.

Kansas City, Missouri

5.0 (15 reviews)

Misty Morgan

28 years of experience

Hello Families, I’m Misty Morgan, a dedicated Postpartum Doula, Newborn Care Specialist, Sleep Consultant, and New Parent Coach based in the Kansas City area with over 20 years of experience. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of supporting hundreds of families, beginning in Orange County, CA, and traveling nationwide to offer care. I specialize in respectful, responsive, and nurturing practices to help families navigate the transition into parenthood. My expertise includes working with multiples, medically fragile infants, hospice care, gentle sleep training, 24/7 support, private travel, and nursery set-up. Whatever your needs, I’m here to make your fourth trimester as smooth and stress-free as possible. I believe in empowering parents by fostering bonding, healing, and confidence in their natural instincts—guiding them every step of the way without pushing any specific methods. Your experience matters most, and I tailor my care to meet your unique needs. Whether you’re looking for overnight assistance or ongoing support, I pride myself on being calm in emergencies, organized, communicative, and adaptable. With a background as a household manager and long-term nanny, I’m skilled in multitasking and have the experience to adjust as your family’s needs evolve. I also bring personal experience as a mom to a large family (seven children!) and have hands-on training with NICU nurses, as well as certifications in CPR and First Aid. Additionally, I’ve trained with experts like CAPPA and Summer Hartman, and gained invaluable experience caring for twins alongside a NICU nurse for two months. If you’d like more information or need support for your family, I’d love to hear from you! Warmly, Misty Morgan

My name is Beatriz, and I have had the privilege of knowing Misty for more than 20 years. Throughout that time, I have placed her with numerous clients, and without a doubt, Misty is the most outstanding nanny and newborn care specialist you could ever hire for your baby. Her exceptional ability to care for both parents and infants is truly remarkable. Misty possesses an extensive wealth of knowledge and experience that sets her apart. She excels at sleep training even the most challenging babies, demonstrating her incredible skill and expertise. I trust her implicitly and passionately recommend her to any family seeking the best care. Her professionalism, loyalty, and dedication ensure that your baby is not only safe but also thriving as they reach every important milestone. Misty has a wealth of experience with a wide range of situations, from colic and special needs to reflux, premature births, twins, and triplets. Whatever your circumstances may be, she has the capability to handle it all with grace and confidence. Each family she works with considers her a true blessing, and her honesty and integrity are unparalleled—finding someone like her is a rare gift. Misty’s uniqueness and excellence in her field are unmatched. She even trains other nannies, further showcasing her expertise and commitment to high standards. In summary, hiring Misty means choosing the very best for your baby—she is incredible in every sense of the word.

- Claudia D.

Kansas City, Missouri

Kate Rosas

Hi! I’m Kate and I’m a Birth and Bereavement Doula. I’m proud to serve the Kansas City metro area. I’ve got 10 years of experience between law-enforcement and military. I have two sons of my own, and have struggled with infertility and several miscarriages in my lifetime. I have a strong passion for loving and helping others through their pain, and through the happiest times of their life. Please reach out if you have any questions for me or would like to see if we would be a good fit! I look forward to hearing from you.

Kate is warm, kind, supportive, and knowledgeable. She will make you a fitness program designed just for you. I was comfortable with her, and did not have a problem getting advice when needed. She does the workout alongside with you as well. Each week is different. I will be going back to Kate in the future.

- Sara F.

Kansas City, Missouri

5.0 (3 reviews)

Vanessa Font

22 years of experience

Did you know that a mother does not see her doctor until four to six weeks postpartum? Many health issues can arise during that period; it's comforting to know that your questions can be answered and problems addressed with a medical trained postpartum doula. I want to bring home health care back to its roots with at-home follow up care for families following birth. To have a trained medical profession in your home teaching you how to care for your newborn baby, while also caring for your entire family is a rare gift. Acupuncturists undergo four years of Eastern medical training which includes three years of Western medical training. I also happen to be a baby expert, caring for over 105 babies and being a single parent foster parent to a set of 3 month old twin baby girls. If there's one thing I know, it's the language of babies. A few examples of what I offer my families include: -Videos with helpful techniques such as putting on a nipple shield, pace bottle feeding, or multiple options for newborn carriers - Newborn care - Bottle washing, sterilizing, CDC guidelines for bottle care - Infant laundry and nursery set-up - Nighttime care - Errand running - Organizing anything Marie Kondo style - Dietary suggestions to help heal the post birth body, to address joint pain and for lactation support - Cooking healthy meals and snacks for family - Keeping mom hydrated, rested and cared for - Create a daily feeding schedule for Mom/baby that optimizes Mom's ability to rest and restore her body - Researched information on environmental and safe baby-care products and topics - In-home acupuncture treatments which aren’t extra cost, they come as a perk to me being your doula :)

Vanessa provided overnight care for my newborn for several nights while I got much needed sleep. She was patient, caring, and attentive with my son. It was invaluable to know that my son was in excellent care during such a difficult transition for our family. I couldn’t recommend Vanessa enough!

- Jessica J.

Kansas City, Missouri

Gabriela Moreira Barboza

13 years of experience

Hi, I’m Gabriela. I’m a Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula with a heart for caring and a passion that began when I was just a child. I used to tear up every time I saw a newborn, without knowing that one day, supporting babies and their families would become my life’s purpose. Over the years, I turned that deep love into a career through professional training and hands-on experience, supporting over 35 families over the past 8 years. My experience includes working with preemies, twins, NICU babies, and newborns with G-tubes. Whether it’s helping you and your baby get better sleep, offering guidance with feedings, or educating you on newborn and postpartum care, my goal is to support you with compassion and knowledge. Most of all, I want to be someone you can rely on during this precious—and sometimes overwhelming—time.

Kansas City, Missouri

Abbie Roush

6 years of experience

Hi I'm Abbie! I'm a Child and Family Life Educator and Professional Birth Doula. I strive to be knowledgeable in natural and holistic pregnancy and birth practices. Pregnancy and Birth should be upheld as a sacred and beautiful chapter in a woman's life and I strive to create that dignified atmosphere for the women of the greater Kansas City area.

Spring Hill, Kansas

Angela Cronister

I am a Certified Doula, Registered Nurse and Experienced Mama serving the Kansas City area. I am a mom to five kids through a blend of my own births and adoption. When not spending time with new moms, you can find me homeschooling my kids, reading, working out, doing puzzles, and sipping coffee or a good glass of wine with friends. I am a Catholic Christian and am Pro-life. These beliefs guide my practice as I strive to serve you and your family in the most dignified way, no matter the outcome or location of your birth. I am also a bereaved mama to two babies miscarried in the first trimester and our first little one who was born premature and passed away shortly after birth. All of my own births, along with my 13 years of experience as an RN in the Emergency Room have led me to pursue my true passion of supporting pregnant and postpartum mamas as they enter into one of the most sacred times of their lives. I am a Certified Birth, Bereavement and Adoption Doula through Stillbirthday, I am a certified Vaginal Birth After C-Section (VBAC) Doula through The VBAC Link and have additional hands on training with veteran local doulas. As a Registered Nurse and former Certified Emergency Nurse I maintain my Adult, Child & Infant CPR training and am committed to maintaining and expanding my own experience and education as both a nurse and a doula.

Spring Hill, Kansas

5.0 (3 reviews)

Laura Langham

Supporting you so that you feel confident and informed through all of your reproductive experiences is my real passion. I'm constantly learning and adding to my practice. I've been sure of my place being in birth and reproductive work for over a decade now. I'm honored to now be serving families in my community.

As first time parents, our biggest priority was receiving culturally competent care as well as an advocate for dad in critical moments that may come up during labor. We luckily stumbled upon Laura’s profile and decided to give our doula search one last shot and we are so glad we did. From the first moments in the initial interview, we got such good vibes from Laura and could really feel her passion for supporting moms and birthing parents. What sealed the deal for us was her awareness and sensitivity to the black maternal mortality rate, her privilege, and how she could (and did!) show up for me as a black woman giving birth. My labor and delivery was literally a dream come true and was so perfect and my husband agrees it was 100% thanks to the education we received as well as the support and advocacy received from Laura. I likely would have had a different experience if Laura had not been there and will absolutely be reaching out to her for availability if we decide to have another child. Long story short, Laura is so passionate about birth work and went above and beyond from our first meetings through postpartum and if you are debating on if a doula is worth it , please don’t hesitate to reach out to Laura because I promise you won’t regret it

- Natasha Z.

Spring Hill, Kansas

Rebecca Hodge

My name is Becky Hodge. I live south of the KC Kansas area. I’m a mom of three, 20, 22 and 26 and married over 30 years. I’ve always had a passion for taking care of others, so, no matter what season of motherhood you are in, first baby or beyond you deserve to be heard, seen and loved on. I’m currently taking Post Partum Doula training courses to help educate myself how to help families get to know, understand and bond with their baby. I would love to help you with light housework, errands, babies' laundry, watching baby while you take a well-deserved nap or shower and make you a home cooked meal. Overnights are also available, so you get a good night's sleep while I care for your little one. In my free time I love just being with my family playing games, baking/cooking, and my guilty pleasure is a delicious, iced coffee!

Independence, Missouri

Ahyashah Ha Mahtarza

4 years of experience

I operate a birthing practice. My birthing practice is named My Ancient Birthing to commemorate my love for my God and also to embody and recognize ancient birthing practices. I am also an activist for the fair treatment of minorities; therefore, my practice serves as a pillar in supporting this paradigm. I am an ante, intra and postpartum doula AND midwife, a fertility and birth practitioner through DONA and I specialize in small surgical circumcision(s), lactation coaching and maternal fitness. I have a plethora of accomplishments through my work in My Ancient Birthing, but among the greatest achievement was being interviewed by the Voyage Magazine on March 5, 2026. I was able to introduce my birthing practice to people who are not privy to it and be a reminder for those who were already aware. I look forward to speaking with you soon!

I would like to start by saying I am extremely pleased with the work provided by Ahyashah! She was my midwife and doula. She is DONA certified which is a HUGE plus! She is very knowledgeable in this line of work. She was willing to answer any and every question that I had and if there was something she wanted to confirm, she did her research and got back to my husband and I. She is very soft spoken, sweet, kind and knowledgeable. I know I said knowledgeable already but once you hire her, you will understand why I am expressing this more than once. My husband pointed out that he appreciated how she also ensured his understanding, not leaving him out of the loop like the doctors did in our first birth. We had a water birth. Ahyashah was there every step of the way! I was delighted to have her on my team and will definitely book again, if we have another baby! Thank you so very much Ahyashah!

- Tianna R.

Blue Springs, Missouri

Janice Ingram

8 years of experience

Providing non-medical support services supporting parents of a newborn with postpartum assistance, birth, sibling care during labor, and meal prep with a professional touch in the Missouri and Kansas area. Certified Community Health Worker and Car Passenger Seat Tech for car seat installment. Volunteer with a nonprofit serving those who may not be able to afford doula services as their Doula and Program Coordinator. Certified Childbirth Instructor contracting with birth centers and churches in the area.

Lawrence, Kansas

Katie Madill

As a Postpartum Doula I get to love on the super hero's of the world, mamas. I love supporting them with nurturing care, information, and a helpful presence. As a mama bear to three littles with a partner that travels more than half the year I have the experience of solo parenting and the unique challenges that brings to both the home and the relationships. I value empowering a families own innate maternal/paternal instincts within an evidence based framework. As a Nesting Doula I help families optimize the health of the home environment you're bringing your baby home to. and prepare for the transitions ahead. I help you prepare for the transitions ahead with intention and without overwhelm. Multiple services offered to customize to your own needs.

Lawrence, Kansas

Betsy Pool

11 years of experience

My passion as a doula is empowering pregnant women to take control of their prenatal preparation. I learned with my first pregnancy that birth is a huge physical feat, so I give you tools and simple movement exercises (that I wish I had back then!) which will train and balance your body specifically for the task at hand: pregnancy, birth, and recovery. I hired a doula for my first two births and I was SO grateful for that decision!! I gave birth at a free-standing birth center, with the support of her and my spouse. If it wasn't for my doula, I know I would not have made it through the marathon of labor! I came away feeling supported and strong. I was certified as a doula in 2016 and then in 2022 trained as a Body Ready Method Pro & Childbirth Educator. My wish is for everyone to be able to bring their baby into the world feeling supported, cared for, and prepared. I believe in the empowerment that comes from taking charge of your own labor which reveals a deeper strength you didn't know was there. You deserve a strong support system so that you can have a beautiful birth experience.