Mechelle Harris - Birth Doula

About Mechelle

Hi, I'm Mechelle! I’m a passionate and compassionate labor support doula, dedicated to walking alongside families during one of life’s most transformative experiences. As a faith-based professional, I bring encouragement, practical guidance, and emotional support to help you feel empowered, confident, and cared for from pregnancy through postpartum. I understand the challenges of navigating birth and early parenthood, especially when support feels limited. My goal is to create a safe, nurturing space where your needs are honored, your voice is heard, and you feel fully supported every step of the way. Whether it’s answering your questions, offering comfort measures during labor, or helping you adjust to life with a newborn, I’m here to make the journey smoother and more joyful. I would love the opportunity to support you and your family during this special season of life!

Availability

Taking new clients

Due Oct 2026 – Sep 2027

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Birth Doula packages and pricing

The Empowered Mantle

Overview: Full labor support to help parents feel confident, supported, and empowered during childbirth. Includes: • Two prenatal meetings (virtual or in-home) to create a personalized birth plan • Continuous labor support from early labor through delivery • Comfort measures, positioning, breathing techniques, and emotional encouragement • Advocacy to help ensure your wishes are honored • Post-birth follow-up check-in (1–2 hours) • Phone and text support leading up to delivery Pricing: • $700 per birth (includes prenatal meetings, labor support, and follow-up) • Additional support hours available at $20/hour Ideal For: Parents who want hands-on, compassionate labor support with guidance, advocacy, and encouragement every step of the way.

$700 USD · Flat rate

The Complete Mantle

Overview: Comprehensive support for families from pregnancy through postpartum, providing peace of mind, confidence, and guidance every step of the way. Includes: • Three prenatal meetings (virtual or in-home) to prepare for birth and postpartum • Continuous labor support from early labor through delivery • Comfort measures, positioning, breathing techniques, and advocacy during labor • Up to 8 hours of postpartum in-home support • Newborn care guidance, feeding support, and emotional encouragement • Phone and text support throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum Pricing: • Fixed price: $1,100 (includes all prenatal, labor, and postpartum support) • Additional postpartum hours available at $20/hour Ideal For: Parents who want complete guidance and support from pregnancy through early parenthood, with a faith-based, whole-person approach to care.

$1,100 USD · Flat rate

What to expect

I provide loving and professional support for families during pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period. During pregnancy, I offer guidance and education to help you feel prepared, including tips on comfort measures, birth planning, and ways to support your body and mind. In labor, I provide continuous emotional encouragement, physical comfort, and advocacy, helping you feel empowered and confident while your wishes are honored. I assist with breathing techniques, positioning, and gentle touch to ease discomfort and create a calm, supportive environment. After birth, I continue to support you with newborn care, feeding guidance, and practical tips for recovery and adjusting to life with a new baby. My faith-based approach nurtures the mind, body, and spirit, creating a safe and welcoming space where parents feel encouraged, understood, and fully supported. I am there to celebrate milestones, guide you through challenges, and help you build confidence as you embrace the journey of parenthood.

Reviews for Mechelle Harris

5.0 1 review

5.0

November 6, 2025

Helping families feel prepared, confident, and supported is Mechelle’s passion. She offers hands-on care and encouragement every step of the way.

— Shanee M.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

Birth Doula, DNT Network (2025)
CNA (PCT) (2016)
Medical Assistant (2019)
Mental Health Counselor (2025)

Education

Bachelor Biblical Counselor (2027)

Languages

English

Race / Ethnicity

Black / African American

Religion

Christian

Credentials

CNA MA CD (DNT Network)

Specialties

Anxiety and Depression Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Birth Doula Birth Support Caring for Special Needs Children Faith-Based Counseling Infant Care Labor Doula Mental Health Newborn Care Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Telehealth