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Micaela Lopez

Springfield, Oregon 8 years of experience

5.0 (29 reviews)

Micaela Lopez

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Hola! My name is Micaela López, and I’m a holistic birth and postpartum doula with over 8 years of experience walking alongside families on their sacred birthing journey. Before stepping into birth work, I spent 15 years as an educator in both public and private schools. In 2018, I followed the call of my soul into the path of birth and trained as a birth doula with Doula Love in Portland. Since then, I’ve deepened my practice through midwifery assistant training with the Center for Indigenous Midwifery in Washington and a transformative year-long apprenticeship with midwife Cosima. These experiences have gifted me both modern and ancestral tools to support women with presence, compassion, and care during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. It is my honor to walk beside you—holding space, offering guidance, and honoring the sacredness of every step on your birthing journey.

Recent review

Muchas gracias Micaela por acompañarme en mi primer embarazo, me ayudo mucho en está etapa de mi vida en la cual yo estaba muy asustada y usted me hizo sentir mas en calma conmigo misma y me ayudo a conectar mis emociones, a que soltara todas la malas energias para poder recibir mi bb, aprendi mucho con usted, tambien me ayudo bastante a mi cuidado personal y en el postparto fue un gran apoyo tenerla como doula, muchisimas gracias por todo muy bonita experiencia🫶🏻

- Brendali Guillén Silva

Stacey Bodziony

Narragansett, Rhode Island 30 years of experience

5.0 (29 reviews)

Stacey Bodziony

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At Southern RI Doula, we offer calm, compassionate support to help families feel held during the tender postpartum period. The early days with a new baby can feel overwhelming, and you don’t have to navigate them alone. We provide thoughtful newborn care guidance, infant soothing techniques, feeding support, and babywearing instruction – always honoring your instincts while gently building confidence as you settle into your new rhythm together. Our care extends beyond baby to support the whole family’s well-being. From postpartum recovery support and infant sleep guidance to restorative sleep for parents, baby registry reviews, and simple meal and snack preparation, our goal is to help you rest, recover, and truly enjoy your baby. Whether you’re looking for hands-on care, gentle education, or steady reassurance, we meet you exactly where you are. If you’re ready to feel more supported, more rested, and more confident in the early weeks and months, we would be honored to walk alongside you. Explore our packages or reach out to find the support that feels right for your family.

Recent review

We are so grateful for Stacey’s help. Our baby went from waking 7 times a night to sleeping through the night much faster than we ever expected. What stood out most was how personalized her approach was. Her recommendations were evidence based, but always tailored to our family’s needs and comfort level. As nervous first time parents, having Stacey check in with us nightly and help troubleshoot in real time made all the difference. We trusted her completely after working with her as our postpartum doula, and hiring her as our sleep consultant was one of the best decisions we made. Highly recommend!

- Davarn Nova

Xiomara Gittens

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 7 years of experience

5.0 (29 reviews)

Xiomara Gittens

Peace and blessings! My name is Xiomara, I am a mother of a beautiful girl. I am from the very small town of Pemberton, located in Southern New Jersey. I take pride and I am inspired by my (Afro Caribbean-Latina) Panamanian roots and culture. I believe in holistic and wholistic healing and practices, and the balance between the two. I am 2x certified full spectrum doula, (through Doula Trainings International and the state of NJ via NJMIHIA), Reiki Master, and Placenta Specialist. I became a doula because of my own birthing experience, which led me to my passion for birth-work. Helping families by educating, advocating, and providing a safe space for a meaningful and purposeful birth. No birth is the same, no pregnancy is the same. However, by providing a safe space, and exceptional services, we can shift the narrative so that more families are aware of birth-workers within and outside of the healthcare system, with a focus on culturally competent care. Our mission at The Purple Purpose LLC is to inspire our clients to become the highest most confident versions of themselves, while embracing their journey, from the beginning until the end. We aim to bring forth a new way to assist families in maintaining their health and wellness, before, during, and after birth. We want to bring a deeper level of holistic and wholistic practice that will allow personal and professional growth, but most importantly, a safe, successful, and purposeful birth .

Recent review

I cannot recommend Xiomara enough as a doula. From the very beginning of my pregnancy journey, she was incredibly responsive, attentive, and genuinely caring. From the moment I booked her, she consistently checked in on both me and my baby, always making sure I felt supported, informed, and prepared every step of the way. Her communication and dedication gave me such a sense of comfort and reassurance throughout my pregnancy. When it came time for labor and delivery, Xiomara was truly amazing. She stayed by my side from the very beginning all the way through the end of my delivery — over 33+ hours of labor. Through every contraction, emotional moment, and difficult decision, she remained calm, encouraging, knowledgeable, and fully present. She advocated and made sure my voice was heard, especially during moments when I was too exhausted or overwhelmed to speak for myself. Her knowledge, professionalism, and passion for what she does are unmatched. She helped me feel empowered during one of the most vulnerable experiences of my life, and I truly believe my birth experience was so much more positive because of her support. Every mother deserves someone like Xiomara in their corner. I’m beyond grateful for her care, compassion, and unwavering support throughout my birth journey. Thank you, Xiomara, for being such an important part of bringing my baby into the world. 🤍

- Arseayana Knight

Odessa Bates

Lee, Massachusetts 10 years of experience

5.0 (27 reviews)

Odessa Bates

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www.DoulaOdessa.com Hello! My name is Odessa Bates, owner of Doula Odessa & Birth Services. I’m based in Western Massachusetts and have been in the health and wellness field for over 25 years. I’m a Certified Birth Doula, Certified Postpartum Doula, Certified Placenta Encapsulation Specialist, Spinning Babies® Aware Practitioner, Evidence Based Birth Professional, Empty Arms Bereavement Professional, VBAC trained, lactation trained, support all types of families, Neuro-Affirming, BIPOC ally, 2SLGBTQIA+ ally, trauma-informed, culturally competent, religion-informed, a past substance abuse clinician with a master’s degree in Women’s Studies. I’m trained and educated in a wide range of topics surrounding prenatal, birth, and postpartum experiences. My goal as your doula in this magical time is to support you and your family to have an experience that is uplifting, empowering, and joyful. I travel to MA, NY, VT, and CT within an 1.5-hour radius from my home base in Lee, MA 01238. Fully certified, insured, vaccinated, and boosted. Virtual services available for any location. I’m also a MassHealth insurance approved certified doula provider, which means my doula services are 100% covered. For other insurances, you could be reimbursed, as I provide a “Super Bill”. I look forward to working together!

Recent review

Hiring Doula Odessa was one of the best decisions we made. She helped me create a birth plan and shared evidence-based resources that made me feel informed and confident throughout pregnancy. As my due date approached, she was always available and supportive. When winter weather threatened her travel, she arranged a backup doula just in case, but thankfully it wasn’t needed—Odessa drove through difficult conditions to be there early that morning and stayed with us through labor and even after my C-section. She advocated for the birth experience I hoped for while also supporting my husband and me when doctors said an emergency C-section was necessary. Although my birth didn’t go as planned, I felt heard, cared for, and supported by Doula Odessa. She gave me confidence and strength during a difficult experience, and I’m so grateful to have had her by my side.

- Catherine

Lauren Bates

Wilmington, North Carolina 28 years of experience

5.0 (26 reviews)

Lauren Bates

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Bloom Baby Bloom Doulas provides professional postpartum and overnight newborn support for families in Wilmington, NC, and throughout Southeastern North Carolina. Founded by Lauren Bates, RN, a postpartum doula and certified sleep consultant with extensive maternal and newborn healthcare experience, our team provides personalized, evidence-based care to help families feel supported and confident as they transition home with a new baby. Services include overnight newborn care, postpartum recovery support, feeding and lactation guidance, newborn education, sleep support, and practical care for growing families. Lauren’s background as a Registered Nurse, along with training in CPR and Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP), brings an additional level of knowledge and experience to the support Bloom Baby Bloom provides.

Recent review

I had the pleasure of working with Lauren. She was incredibly knowledgeable and hands-on with lactation support. She also took the time to make sure I was properly fitted for the right nursing gear, which made a huge difference in my comfort. Beyond the lactation support, she watched my baby for a bit so I could actually get things done around the house, which is something every new mom desperately needs and rarely gets. What stood out most was how genuinely compassionate and present she was. You can tell she truly cares about the moms she works with, not just checking boxes. I’d recommend her to any new mom looking for real, caring support.

- Gayle Beese

Audrey Gentry-Brown

Ashburn, Virginia 5 years of experience

5.0 (25 reviews)

Audrey Gentry-Brown

Hi, I’m Audrey, founder of Birth ‘n’ Herbs, a traditional birthworker, Certified Lactation Counselor, and student midwife preparing to become a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM). My approach to birth is rooted in traditional wisdom, evidence-informed care, and a deep respect for bodily autonomy. Through my experience supporting births in homes, birth centers, and hospitals, I’ve developed a passion for helping families navigate pregnancy, birth, and postpartum with confidence. I believe birth is a sacred rite of passage and that every family deserves to feel heard, respected, informed, and supported. My goal is to create a space where you feel empowered to make informed decisions, trust your instincts, and experience birth on your own terms. Whether this is your first birth or you're welcoming another little one, I'm honored to walk alongside you during this transformative journey. Education & Training Certifications Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) – Healthy Children Certified Blactation Educator – The B.L.A.C.K. Course Community Breastfeeding Specialist – Reviving the Village (YOLO) Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – Essentials Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) – CPR Provider Midwifery Schools & Apprenticeships Da Roots Traditional Midwifery School – Year 2 (in progress) Mama’s Midwife Apprenticeship with Wantina Brooks-Roach, CPM (completed March 2026) Myrtle Tree Midwifery – Student/Birth Assistant under supervision of Hadassah Bellot, CPM (completed Sept 2026) Traditional Midwifery Freedom Path – Gather Grounded Midwifery, Teaching Midwife Racha Tahani Lawler Queen (completed Jan 2025) Midwifery-Specific Trainings Holistic Midwifery – Earth Groundz Breech Without Borders Breech 2.0 Hybrid Training Breech Without Borders Twins & Breech Masterclass Spinning Babies Workshop Herbal & Traditional Knowledge Community Doula Training – Sista Midwife Productions Grandma’s Hands I: Pregnancy, Postpartum Herbs & Nutrition in the Southern Tradition – Divine Birth Wisdom Grandma’s Hands II: Deep Time – Divine Birth Wisdom Level 1 Herbalism – Essence Herbs Herbalism & Plant Medicine Studies

Recent review

Audrey was an amazing addition to my home birth team. Her New York vibes and calm swag really helped set the tone, along with my amazing midwife. They worked hand in hand to give me another amazing home birth experience. I would highly recommend her and would definitely use her again if it's in God's will for me to have birth another beautiful human.

- Constance Harewood (Konni)

Allison Rollans

Boone, North Carolina 27 years of experience

5.0 (23 reviews)

Allison Rollans

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Allison is owner of High Country Doulas and she loves supporting moms and families as a childbirth educator, postpartum & labor doula, an infant feeding specialist & postpartum placenta specialist. For over 21 years she has trained with organizations such as ProDoula, DONA, Postpartum Support International, La Leche League & The Matrona. She is also a certified health coach and works with moms and children to help them understand their best nutrition, exercise & lifestyle choices. She has a vast resource of knowledge which she uses to support HCD team and the families she serves, including in-depth training on perinatal mood disorders–such as postpartum anxiety & depression. Her most accomplished element she claims is her family; happily married with 3 grown children whom she loves tremendously. She knows that a couple's transition into parenthood can be happier and healthier with doula care. Offering her knowledge, experience and continuous support to women and their partners is what she loves to do.

Recent review

To my incredible doulas, Mrs. Allison & Mrs. Ashley, I cannot thank you enough for being by my side every step of the way during my delivery. You truly have a special gift. Your constant, calming presence in every single moment completely transformed the room, creating a relaxing, spa-like atmosphere that made me feel so safe and comfortable. You didn't just support me physically—you helped me believe in myself when I needed it most. By giving me the knowledge, coping tools, and unwavering encouragement, you empowered me to have a truly successful delivery. I will cherish you forever!

- Countess Smithmore

Cherish Peacewalker

Houston, Texas 17 years of experience

5.0 (23 reviews)

Cherish Peacewalker

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Safety, support and compassion are the keys to healthy birthing. As a somatic birth practitioner with over 16 years of experience as a Full Spectrum Doula I am honored to hold this loving space for you and this beautiful gift you are bringing into the world.

Recent review

This is honestly a difficult review to write… not because there is any shortage of reasons to praise Cherish, but because no amount of it can truly do justice to explaining just how meaningful her presence was in my journey from pregnancy through childbirth. As a headstrong person intent on going about a “natural” birth within the healthcare system, I knew I wanted to have a doula to help campaign for me, to provide me support and tools through one of the most vulnerable and raw processes a woman can go through. I interviewed many doulas, and while many seemed qualified on paper, I just knew something was missing. Then as fate would have it, I came across Cherish. We had an initial call to discuss the variety of services she offered. Already then, speaking with her felt natural, like meeting someone who you knew could be a friend. It was easy to sense that she genuinely cared, and exuded passion (and compassion). We had meetings and check-ins throughout my pregnancy, to discuss logistics such as my birth plan, generalities like how I was feeling and how certain tests went, as well as address more spiritual matters like my feelings around becoming a mom or subconscious fears that were surfacing for me. Every time I was filled with awe and gratitude for the perfect alignment of her complete holistic support that I knew I had been seeking all along. To make matters more complicated, I went over my due date and with each passing day, my doctor (and the healthcare system) started to tout medical fear mongering to push me into an induction that I knew I did not want/need to do. After every check-up, Cherish and I would connect to logically discuss from a place of knowledge and trust. It was not simply “We are not inducing”, but rather “We are trusting all positive signs of the monitoring and taking an educated stance on it not being medically necessary at this time.” To make a long story short, at 41 weeks and 6 days I finally gave birth to the most perfect, healthy and beautiful baby girl. There was no epidural, no cascade of interventions, no “emergency c section”. If it were not for Cherish’s support, I have no doubt my story could have gone very differently. Instead, when I think about my labor, even with all the variables I could not control for (and that is childbirth at the end of the day), I feel like I had as perfect of an experience as I could have wished for. Not because it was without its share of complexity, but because I truly felt I was in the best hands. Cherish’s presence carried me through every minute of labor’s pain and challenges. I wanted my labor to be intimate with just my partner and myself, and having Cherish did not distract from that in any way. (She had also met my partner in advance of my labor to provide him with tools to help support me in the process.) I ultimately felt more comfortable with her presence in my delivery room than I would have been with my own family. She truly has a place in my heart for life, and there is no question that if I were to go through this process again, I would hope (and be so lucky!) for Cherish to again be by my side.

- Dana D.

Olena Milirud

Redmond, Washington 2 years of experience

5.0 (21 reviews)

Olena Milirud Popular: among the most-viewed doulas in Washington, last 60 days

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I believe birth is not just a medical event — it’s a deeply personal, transformative experience, and the way you are supported matters. As a birth doula, my role is to provide steady, evidence-based support while centering you: your preferences, your intuition, and your sense of safety. I support families through pregnancy, labor, birth, and the early postpartum period with calm presence, clear information, and compassionate advocacy. Whether your birth unfolds exactly as planned or takes unexpected turns, you deserve to feel informed, respected, and supported every step of the way. I work with all birth settings and outcomes — hospital births, unmedicated or medicated labors, planned or unplanned cesareans — and I meet each family where they are, without judgment. My approach is grounded in current evidence, emotional attunement, and the understanding that there is no “right” way to give birth — only what is right for you. Clients often tell me they feel more confident, less overwhelmed, and better prepared after working together. I aim to be a steady presence you can lean on — someone who helps you understand your options, supports your partner, and creates space for you to stay connected to your body and your baby. If you’re looking for a doula who is calm, knowledgeable, and deeply invested in your experience — I would be honored to support you.

Recent review

I truly can’t say enough wonderful things about Olena. As first-time parents, there were so many unknowns, and having someone so knowledgeable, calm, and compassionate by our side made such a difference. During labor and delivery, she was exactly the presence I needed. She knew when to step in with guidance, comfort, and encouragement, and when to simply be there and let my husband and me have our moment. She helped me feel grounded during some of the most intense parts of labor and was also an incredible support to my husband, helping him know how to best support me. What stood out most was how deeply she cared. I never felt like I was just another client. She was thoughtful, attentive, patient, and completely present throughout the entire experience. Having her there gave both of us an added sense of confidence and comfort during one of the biggest moments of our lives. Looking back on the birth of our baby, I’m so grateful she was part of it. I would recommend her without hesitation to any expecting family. She will always hold such a special place in our birth story. ??

- Devika Colmenero

Amanda Saxon

Jacksonville, Florida 4 years of experience

5.0 (21 reviews)

Amanda Saxon Popular: among the most-viewed doulas in Florida, last 60 days

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I have lived in Florida all my life. My happy place is by the ocean listening to the waves. I am married to my college sweetheart and we have 3 beautiful, wild boys. I became fascinated by the magic and mechanics of birth during my first pregnancy in 2013. I had an emergency c-section followed by medicated and unmedicated vaginal births in 2016 and 2019. For all three, I had the same doula by my side sharing her 30+ years of wisdom. In 2023, I formalized my training and certifications and have been focusing on doula work full-time. Aside from parenting my sons, it is my biggest privilege and joy to serve mothers in this vulnerable time, and I look forward to knowing and serving you during your journey. I strongly believe it is the right of the birthing person to choose whatever path is right for them. Every body, baby and pregnancy is different. If you choose me to be by your side, my promise is to help you and your partner bring that vision to life. Knowing birth can be unpredictable, I will do everything I can to ensure you feel safe, loved, empowered and strong every step of the way. I would love to talk with you about your wishes for your birth. Get in touch with me today to set up a free consultation.

Recent review

I cannot recommend Amanda enough! From the very beginning, she was incredibly nurturing, comforting, and supportive. She made me feel heard, reassured, and cared for throughout the entire experience. Her calm presence brought so much comfort during every stage of the process. She always knew just what to say or do to help me feel at ease, and her encouragement gave me confidence when I needed it most. Knowing she was by my side made the entire experience feel less overwhelming and so much more positive. If you're looking for a doula who genuinely cares about her clients, provides unwavering support, and will be your biggest advocate, I wholeheartedly recommend Amanda. I am so grateful to have had her by my side and couldn't imagine my birth experience without her.

- Brooke O.

Nandi Jacobs

Atlanta, Georgia 5 years of experience

5.0 (21 reviews)

Nandi Jacobs

Hey! I'm Nandi, and supporting families during their birthing journeys is not just my profession, it’s my calling. My passion for birth work stems from witnessing the strength and resilience of birthing people and my desire to create spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered. I’ve had the honor of working as a doula in various settings, from hospitals like Wellstar to community-based programs like Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies, home-births and birth centers. Each experience has deepened my commitment to providing compassionate, personalized care that honors each family’s unique story. Here’s what you can expect when we work together: - Connection: I take the time to get to know you and your family, so I can support your physical, emotional, and informational needs. - Advocacy: Whether it's navigating hospital policies or exploring comfort techniques, I ensure you feel confident and supported every step of the way. - Holistic Care: As a certified yoga instructor specializing in prenatal yoga, I incorporate movement and mindfulness to help you feel calm and prepared. One of my most meaningful experiences was supporting women in recovery through Motherhood Beyond Bars, where I saw how vital nurturing care and a nonjudgmental presence can be. That philosophy guides me every day. I am trained as a Full Spectrum and Abortion Doula, so I can support you through any reproductive health journey with respect and compassion. Birth is unpredictable, but my goal is always the same: to help you feel empowered, informed, and cared for, no matter what. If you’re looking for a doula who will listen deeply, support you fully, and celebrate your strength, I’d love to connect with you.

Recent review

Hiring Nandi was one of the best decisions my wife and I made regarding the birth of our daughter. Nandi is professional, knowledgeable, and extremely present with us. Our providers had recommended an induction for medical reasons, which was not our initial birth plan. Nandi was there throughout the induction process at the hospital assisting my wife and I, as well as providing insights into each step of the induction process, which was immensely helpful as we did not prepare for an induction. We cannot recommend Nandi enough! From the pre-birth visits, during the labor, and postpartum visits Nandi was a much needed wealth of knowledge, comfort, and experience that made the birth of our first child smoother despite the days we spent in the hospital for the induction. Would definitely call Nandi if we have another child (and hopefully a natural birth)!

- Sam S.

Anita Southard

Roseville, California 6 years of experience

5.0 (20 reviews)

Anita Southard Popular: among the most-viewed doulas in California, last 60 days

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Hi. I’m an AAPI DONA trained birth doula and breastfeeding educator located in Roseville, Ca. I accept Medi-Cal, Tri-Care, All Kaiser Plans, All Health Net plans, Medi-cal Anthem and Partnership Health Plan insurance. I serve the areas of Roseville, Rocklin, Lincoln, Auburn, Sacramento, and surrounding areas. I have knowledge in cultural sensitivity, premature birth, preemie care, lactation, and postpartum care. I have experience in high-risk pregnancies, enhanced pregnancies, and late in life/older pregnancies.

Recent review

I am so grateful I found Anita as my doula. She responded quickly to my inquiry through insurance, which meant a lot because I was trying to secure a doula as soon as possible and learn more about the process. From the beginning, she made me feel at ease, calm, and truly understood. She listened to what I wanted for my birth experience and respected my preferences. During labor, Anita was incredibly responsive—always quick to answer texts and calls—and she arrived at the hospital right on time. She was professional, supportive, and fully present throughout the entire process. I had a natural birth, and the pain was intense, but Anita made a huge difference. She used techniques like applying pressure, guiding me into helpful positions, and placing cold towels on my forehead and chest to keep me comfortable. Her support helped me get through one of the most challenging moments of my life. Overall, it was a great experience, and I highly recommend Anita to anyone looking for a caring, attentive, and skilled doula.

- Mica A.

Danielle Dean

Bothell, Washington 10 years of experience

5.0 (19 reviews)

Danielle Dean

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Hi, I’m Danielle, certified full-spectrum doula and the founder of Puget Sound Perinatal. I’m here to walk with you through your birthing year with care that is rooted in trust, respect, and love. While you're navigating your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, I’ll be by your side with emotional, physical, informational, and spiritual support that’s tailored to you. My work is about helping you feel confident in your choices, connected to your soul and body, and supported every step of the way.

Recent review

We feel so lucky to have had Danielle with us three nights a week for the first six weeks after bringing our son home. As a first time mom, those early newborn days were such an adjustment, and Danielle quickly became a source of comfort and support for me too- not just someone we trusted to care for our baby. From the beginning, we felt safe and comfortable with her. She is incredibly caring, calm, and attentive, and I genuinely looked forward to the nights she was coming because I knew our son was in such good hands and I could actually rest. Especially in those first few weeks when everything felt so new, having her reassuring presence meant so much to us. Danielle was also wonderful about respecting our preferences and helping us figure out what worked best for our family without ever making us feel like there was one “right” way to do things. She was extremely communicative- always responsive, but also proactive about checking in, sharing updates, and making sure we were on the same page. We were genuinely sad when our time with Danielle came to an end. She became such a trusted and comforting presence during a really special and vulnerable time in our lives, and we’re so grateful she was part of those early weeks with our son. I would recommend her without hesitation to any family looking for a night doula.

- Elisha Park

Annie Hill

Cabot, Arkansas 43 years of experience

5.0 (19 reviews)

Annie Hill

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Birth has been my life's work for more than 40 years. I'm Annie Hill, a Certified Community-Based Doula, retired home birth midwife, doula educator, and an enrolled Arkansas Medicaid doula provider now accepting Medicaid clients in Cabot and Central Arkansas. Whether you're planning your first baby, hoping for a VBAC, navigating a high-risk pregnancy, or simply looking for an experienced guide, I'm here to help you understand your options, communicate confidently with your healthcare team, and feel supported every step of the way. I believe every family deserves evidence-based information, compassionate support, and the freedom to make informed decisions that are right for them. My job isn't to make decisions for you. It's to make sure you have the knowledge, support, and confidence to make them for yourself. If you're looking for an experienced doula who will respect your voice, support your goals, and walk beside you through pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum, I'd be honored to meet you.

Recent review

In 2019 I started my "trying" journey. I had two children previously but due to a contraceptive implant issue I was struggling to get pregnant for a third time. Annie guided me on how to advocate for myself which helped me be officially diagnosed with PCOS and a difficulty ovulating by December 2020. Early 2021 I was able to get medicinal intervention and get pregnant with my sweet littlest. I relied heavily on Annie's advice about diet, exercise, remembering to listen to my body, and advocating for myself. I suffered the third trimester with chronic nosebleeds, turns out was an open lesion in my left sinus. I would have just given in and let it go if not for the gentle and kindly advice. Annie lives 6 hours away from me, and if it weren't for little Eevee being born in less than that, she would have been here for her birth. But I had her in my heart, mind, and ear helping me advocate for the best delivery I could have. Since then, I have continued to keep a close friendship with Annie, and can easily say that if you want the very best care and to feel like you not only matter but are family, Annie Hill is the very best of the best.

- Danyelle Arbour

Angela Racy

Los Angeles, California 5 years of experience

5.0 (19 reviews)

Angela Racy

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Hello, I’m Angela, the Dreaming Bee Doula! I live in Studio City and I support clients all around the Los Angeles and San Fernando Valley area! I am a perinatal and birth doula, and currently obtaining my certification as a childbirth educator! I am deeply passionate about walking alongside families as they journey through the many transformations of pregnancy and birth. I truly believe in the power of community, nourishment, and intentional support, and I thrive on creating a safe and empowering space where you and your partner feel heard and cared for. My goal is to always help you feel confident, grounded, and celebrated in every step of your story! I also know that strong connection begins with clear communication. I love getting to know my clients through friendly phone calls, heartfelt in-person meetings, video and FaceTime calls as well as regular text check-ins…Really, any method that is most supportive to you. Open, honest conversations are at the center of our work together, ensuring you always feel comfortable and informed. My practice is rooted in both personal passion and professional training. I completed my birth doula training with Bini Birth in Sherman Oaks, California in 2022. I continue to expand my knowledge through additional certificates in areas such as basic lactation support, childbirth education, and CPR/First Aid. This fall, I will be an internationally certified birth doula and childbirth educator through ICEA (International Childbirth Education Association). I'm so excited to offer this new level of knowledge to my clients! These trainings, along with specialized workshops like comfort care support, holistic wellness, and childbirth physiology all keep me current and I'm always learning more! I work hard to blend evidence-based guidance with compassionate, individualized support—always meeting families where they are with care that feels both informed and deeply human!

Recent review

We feel incredibly lucky to have had Angela as our doula because our birth experience (including all the prenatal touch points and postpartum) would not have been the same or as positive without her as we recently welcomed our baby boy. We immediately hit it off after facetiming (we found Angela via Doula Match) - Angela exudes such a calming and grounding presence and is the perfect balance of bringing evidence based knowledge/approaches and positivity. She was super flexible and catered to our needs and wants throughout it all. We had an induction birth and leading up to it, Angela provided so many helpful resources (e.g. referrals, videos, articles etc) to help me prepare and supplemented any gaps I felt I had with my OB. During my labor, Angela had ALL the tricks and tools handy to help me get through the physical and mental pain and was right by our side throughout it all providing words of encouragement and also fit in perfectly with our care team (e.g. getting me into different positions, advocating for me to have time to labor down before pushing). It was such a mental relief walking into the induction knowing she was going to be there to support me and my husband as it was my first time delivering. I really can't think of a single negative or constructive thing to say about Angela - she was the absolute best decision and a small part of me wishes I was still pregnant to be working with her ha! Angela is worth every penny as a doula and you will walk away with a friend as well. Can't recommend her enough! THANK YOU ANGELA!!

- Grace C.

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