Melanie Powell

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Birth & Postpartum Doula
Grand Prairie, Texas
About me

Hello my name is Melanie Powell and I am a Birth and Postpartum Doula and a Childbirth Educator in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex I first felt drawn to this work in my childhood many years before I even knew what a doula was or anything about postpartum or the transition to parenthood. As life moved on I went to Texas Woman's University where I got my bachelors in elementary education but felt called to a more servant role. I was a caregiver for many years for individuals with disabilities and worked as an autism therapist. Finally in 2022 when I was preparing to have my daughter l left the world of autism to be a stay at home mom and really be there for my daughter. I envisioned the perfect birth surrounded by my husband mother and mother-in-law. Well needless to say that is not how things turned out I was left without support and even a voice in the labor room as medical intervention after medical intervention was forced upon me. Now that my daughter is older and attending preschool I wanted to give back to my community in a very unique way and answer the call that I had received so many years ago to support other moms and babies as they transition into their new roles. Even though i am located in Grand Prairie I will serve a majority of the metroplex and offer virtual childbirth education classes. Pregnancy Birth and Postpartum is hard. Let me support you

Education

Bachelors in early childhood education (2012)

Certification and training

Postpartum doula (2024)

Childbirth educator (2025)

Birth Doula (2025)

Memberships and affiliations

Doula trainings international

international doula institute

Credentials
CBE
Specialties
Childbirth Education Anxiety and Depression Babywearing Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Building Healthy Communication Hospital Birth Infant Care Newborn Care Overnight Newborn Care Postpartum Care Postpartum Depression Postpartum Doula Care Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Anxiety Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Birth Doula Birth Trauma Breastfeeding Support Caring for Special Needs Children Childhood Growth and Development Evidence-Based Care Latch Issues Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Mental Health Mindfulness Mood Disorders Natural Birth Parenting Parenting Support Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Perinatal Mood Disorders Postpartum Adjustment Postpartum Chef Postpartum Life Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Prenatal Lactation Education Prenatal Life Relaxation Techniques Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc) Self-Compassion Self-Esteem Stress Management Telehealth Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Birth and Lactation Birth Support Early Parenting Educator Exclusive Pumping/Bottle Feeding Fathers' Issues High-Risk Pregnancy Home Birth Labor Doula Multiples Natural Childbirth Nipple and Breast Pain Nutritional Counseling Pain Management Safety Toddlers Water birth Yoga
Languages

English

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Carrot
Service introduction

As a mom I can relate to the struggles that you are going through and I believe that I can help you through this journey by -providing education through virtual classes and one on one prenatal and postpartum sessions -empowering you to take action and give you a voice during pregnancy with your provider, during birth with doctors, nurses and other medical professionals, and postpartum by giving you the tools needed to care for your baby and survive the crazy postpartum stage with support and grace -by advocating for the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health of the whole family by ensuring everyone’s needs are fulfilled and supported I would love to hear more about how I can best serve you and your family.

Packages
All inclusive package
Interview with me to discuss YOUR needs during birth and YOUR birth philosophy Prenatal Education designed addressing questions such as -What to expect during labor? -When to go to the birthing center or hospital? -Feelings and hormones during labor? -Needs during labor? -Partner's role? -Use of positioning and comfort measures -Basic breastfeeding education Additional Education through 4 weeks of childbirth education class Emotional support throughout duration of contract by phone/ messaging Presence at birth providing emotional, physical, mental and spiritual support following YOUR chosen comfort measures and birth plan 1 hour of support after birth 6 weeks of Postpartum Doula services 12 Hours/ week daytime or night shift caring for mom and baby by -assessing needs of the family -providing assistance with baby care -offering hands on support with newborn care -advanced breastfeeding education -light housekeeping -sibling support and education -meal preparation -assistance with running errands -accompaniment to appointments -organizing baby's room -flexibility when it comes to what You would like me to do during my shift
$2,500.00
USD Flat rate
8-weeks childbirth education
8-week virtual course meets Saturdays 10am-12pm starting July 12 Sundays 3pm-5pm starting July 14 8 classes total that discuss - introduction to birth -preparing for labor -comfort measures -birth interventions and informed consent -positions and pelvic awareness -basics of breastfeeding -newborn basics -postpartum recovery and baby safety
$300.00
USD Flat rate
Postpartum Day
Interview with me to discuss YOUR needs postpartum Consult with me to discuss desired services and desired schedule Emotional support throughout duration of contract by phone/messaging Daytime support in your home addressing YOUR needs and wishes maximum 3 shifts per week each between 4-6 hours for 6 weeks Payment terms Packages require a $750 retainer that must be paid before setting up a consultation appointment An invoice will be sent at the end of the week with the hours provided and must be paid by the following Monday The previous week’s invoice must be paid before I will provide any more services If all invoices are paid by the end of the contract then the remaining retainer will be returned
$1,300.00
USD Flat rate
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Upcoming classes
Saturday 8 week Class
Online event
8-week classes are 2 hours each and should be attended by both parents. For now, all classes are conducted virtually via Zoom, and you can sign up in the link under each class. 8-week classes are $200 This class repeats the following weeks July 19th -As it Begins July 26th - Comfort Measures in Labor August 2nd -Labor of Love part 1 August 9th -Labor of Love part 2 August 16h -So You've Decided to Breastfeed August 23rd -Yay You're Parents September 6th -Postpartum Health and Baby Safety
$300.00
USD
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Sunday 8-week Class
Online event
8-week classes are 2 hours each and should be attended by both parents. For now, all classes are conducted virtually via Zoom, and you can sign up in the link under each class. 8-week classes are $200 This class repeats the following weeks July 13th-Introduction to birth July 20th -As it Begins July 27th - Comfort Measures in Labor August 3rd-Labor of Love part 1 August 10th -Labor of Love part 2 August 17h -So You've Decided to Breastfeed August 24th -Yay You're Parents September 7th -Postpartum Health and Baby Safety
$300.00
USD
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