Find a Childbirth Educator Near Me in Manhattan, KS

I am a doula of 10 years, a Bradley Childbirth Educator of 12, and look forward to serving many families!

I am a stay-at-home mom who supports hospital and home births in North Central and North Eastern Kansas.

Are you a tired mama and need better rest and sleep? You have a newborn baby to one year old who is not sleeping well? I can help you. I am a virtual sleep consultant and get you started on getting better sleep for you and your baby. I also offer postpartum doula services, breastfeeding consulting, birth doula services, holistic nutritional services and classes for parents. Let's connect! Best way to reach me is through my website please or avemaria at gmail dot com. Thank you.

My goal as a doula is for you to have the most positive, peaceful birth experience possible. My first pregnancy brought challenges that forced me to adapt the plans I had made of how things would unfold. I was fortunate enough to be surrounded by supportive, knowledgeable women who helped me navigate these changes and still be able to say that bringing our son into the world was an amazingly positive experience! I’m passionate about helping you not only ease pregnancy discomforts, but providing the support you need to feel informed, empowered, and ready to make confident decisions for your birth 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.

Hi! I’m Lauren Spencer, labor support doula and childbirth educator. I currently live in Independence, MO and am embracing the joy, chaos, and love that raising two toddler boys brings! I am a follower of Christ, love the outdoors, and am blessed to cross paths with you! After my birth with my youngest, I felt a calling to help serve and support other families as they navigate all things pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. That's when Beloved Births KC was born!

Hi there! My name is Marisa and I would love to talk to you about how we could work to achieve your ideal birth! I became interested in birth work after my first daughter was born. I had a long and hard induction and was disappointed with how it went. I didn’t want anyone else to feel the way I did so I decided to embark on doula training. I am a registered nurse and bring a unique perspective to birth work. As your doula, I can help you make informed decisions about your birth while providing you physical and emotional support. I am a military spouse and Army veteran so I have lots of experience with military families! I would love to connect with you to discuss how I can help you have the birth experience you desire!

Hi I’m Melisa, a certified birth, perinatal bereavement and adoption doula. Certified fertility advocate and herbalist supporting women trying to conceive, pregnant (after loss) and postpartum. My own fertility, losses, pregnancies and births inspired me to become a doula and fertility coach. I’m a mom to two rainbow babies and a board member of the KCINFERTILITY foundation. I offer holistic and traditional birth services. Hospital and home birthing support. Traditional Mexican postpartum care and support.

Supporting the *whole* 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 in the realm of birth and reproductive work for over a decade now. I'm honored to be serving families in my community.

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.

With so much information to read, hear and explore online it can be challenging to know what to do or what to believe! I can help you sort through the information, focus on your needs and provide the support you desire. I want to help you become a lifetime advocate for your family.

As a mother of two I am in love with the world of birth and babies. One of my favorite things in the world is helping introduce new life into this world and helping families adjust to their newborn. I am a certified birth and postpartum doula, and have training in lactation specialization. I hope my role in your birth/postpartum is something you're excited for and I can be someone to lean on in this incredibly emotional and exciting time. I hope that if you were to select me or not, you have a fulfilling and safe birth and your little addition to your family has a healthy debut.

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.

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.

Hi, I'm Bree! I am a birth and postpartum doula, a newborn care specialist, lactation consultant, childbirth educator, and sleep coach serving the Kansas City are. Supporting families as they welcome a new baby is something I truly love. I believe every parent deserves to feel cared for, confident, and supported during such a life changing season. My approach is warm, calm, judgment-free, and tailored to each family. Whether I'm supporting you through labor, helping you navigate those first few weeks at home, caring your newborn overnight so you can get some much needed rest, or simply being a reassuring presence when every when everything feels new, my goal is to meet you exactly where you are. I combine evidence based education with hands on, compassionate support while respecting your preferences and the way you choose to parent. There is no one "right" way to welcome a baby, and I want the families I work with to feel empowered in the choices that are right for them. It's an incredible privilege to be invited into such an intimate chapter of a family's life and I would love the opportunity to support yours.

Hi, I’m Samantha Moore the owner of Kansas City Newborn Care. Before becoming a Doula I worked in the public school system as an educator for many years. I’ve now been a Doula for 10 years and have five wonderful children of my own. I love working with families in the Kansas City area and can’t wait to meet you!

Hi, I’m Amber Hulme! I’m a wife, a mama to one amazing little boy, and a devoted follower of Jesus living in the heart of Overland Park, Kansas. Life around here is beautifully full—between chasing after my toddler, supporting my community, and savoring a good cup of coffee (or two), I’m continually reminded of God’s grace in the everyday. I have a deep passion for walking alongside women in the sacred season of postpartum. Whether it's through a listening ear, a warm meal, or simply reminding you that you’re not alone, my heart is to serve with gentleness and joy—always pointing back to Christ as our ultimate source of strength and peace. When I’m not working or it's nap time, you can usually find me curled up with a devotional and a latte, catching up with friends, working out, or spending quiet time with my husband. I’m so glad you’re here. Let’s walk this journey of motherhood and faith together.

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

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.

Hi, I’m Therna Cherisme, founder of Purify Mommy Care Services and a birth and postpartum doula currently completing my professional certification. As a mother of six, I bring both trained support and lived experience to the families I serve. I provide compassionate, hands-on care throughout pregnancy, birth, and especially the postpartum transition. My heart is helping mothers feel seen, supported, rested, and confident as they adjust to life with their new baby. My support may include birth preparation and advocacy, emotional support, newborn care, postpartum routines, nourishment and light household support, and creating space for Mom to rest and recover. I believe caring for the mother is an essential part of caring for the entire family. I serve families throughout the Kansas City metro area, offer private-pay birth and postpartum services through Purify, and speak both English and Haitian Creole. I would love to connect, learn what support would make this season easier for your family, and see whether we’re a good fit.