Hi there, my name is Dana Petrella and I'm a Birth/Postpartum Doula and Childbirth Educstor in in Akron, Ohio (I support clients in NE Ohio and virtual). I provide a judgement-free zone for you and your family to thrive by providing emotional support, evidence-based information, and a listening ear. In my free time, I enjoy hiking with my son and husband, biking around my neighborhood, reading fantasy novels, and frequenting farmers' markets.

Hello! My name is Maddi, and I am a passionate Doula, Licensed Practical Nurse, and Midwifery student committed to providing compassionate, faith-led support to women and families throughout their reproductive journey. My calling to birth work began after the home birth of my first baby in 2021. Although it wasn’t the right season to dive in at that time, everything shifted in 2023 when the Lord led me into the field of Nursing. Halfway through school, during prayer, I was given a beautiful vision of my daughter’s birth—only this time, I was the midwife. I asked the Lord if it was finally my time, and since then He has guided my steps so clearly and purposefully. I am now training under the very Midwife who supported me during my daughter’s birth, and it has been an incredible journey of learning and growth. While continuing my training, I felt called to begin serving families as a Doula of my own—and I have loved every moment of it. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside families during one of the most sacred seasons of their lives, and thankful for the calling the Lord has placed on my heart.

Hi I’m Ranada McLaughlin. I’m a Holistic Herbalist, Certified Doula, Certified Placenta Encapsulator and Lactation Specialist. I have a Master Degree in Business & Healthcare Management with specialties in Mental Health. an a birth and postpartum doula is my passion because I wholeheartedly believe in the power of providing physical, emotional, and informational support to expectant and new parents. The journey of childbirth and early parenthood is a momentous one, and being able to be a steady and knowledgeable presence during these pivotal times is incredibly fulfilling. The trust that families place in me to help them navigate the challenges of labor, birth, and the postpartum period is both an honor and a responsibility I hold dear. Whether it's offering comfort during labor, assisting with breastfeeding, or simply being there to listen and reassure, I find immense joy in helping families embark on this transformative journey with confidence, support, and compassion.

I'm a pelvic floor physical therapist who specializes in pregnancy and postpartum care. I use a holistic approach to treatment!

Bearing Beside Doula Services LLC provides education, techniques, and comfort measures for your birth, nurturing care for your postpartum period, and support for your transition into parenting. Consultations and prenatal visits with Bethany will educate, inform, support, and empower you as you prepare for your labor, birth, and postpartum recovery. First Aid/CPR/AED classes are available.

My name is Susan Facemire, PT, DPT,CPPC. I am women's health physical therapist and have a passion for treating women during their childbearing years, especially in those special times of pregnancy and postpartum. I pride myself in providing men and women with comprehensive care surrounding pelvic floor dysfunction. While I love treating in the clinic, I have recognized in this day, sometimes it isn’t quite as easy to get out to clinic based therapy. Especially with new babies and/or multiple children, finding dependable child care is hard. From this, stemmed my home based care services. My goal and promise is to provide women with the same high level of care within the comfort and safety of their own home.

Hi, my name is Tori and I’m actively seeking training to become a doula!

I'm Kristin, the founder and doula for Little Lotus Birth Services. During my fourth pregnancy, I discovered my passion for childbirth and began my studies to become a doula. Having six children of my own, I have my own deeply seeded calling to provide support for birthing people of all walks of life.

Hi I’m Jess! I am a wife to Cody, mom to five girls, and a Certified Birth Doula. I have worked for three years with families. Grace-filled Birth Doula Services was created out of my desire to see families supported, empowered and advocated for during their pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum.

Innovative Therapy Center was founded by Katijo Makin in order to make a difference in the lives of those in her community by providing the treatment she would want for her own family. The clinic began by offering speech, language, voice, feeding and swallowing services to both adult and pediatric clients. As the clinic grew, there become an overwhelming need for Occupational Therapy services as well, which were added in the fall of 2019. In the summer of 2021, our clinic will begin offering counseling services to continue to meet the needs our families. ​ As we've grown, we continue to strive to support your therapy goals through individualized treatments based on your specific needs in friendly, family focused environment. Once the personal one-on-one evaluation is completed, treatment is initiated with one or a team of our experienced and compassionate clinicians. At Innovative Therapy Center, we want to see you and your family attain your goals.​ All services are provided at our clinic location in Uniontown, Ohio. We also service some select daycare centers/schools in the surrounding areas. Ask about these options when you call to schedule your initial assessment.

Alisa is a Licensed Professional Counselor through the Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage & Family Therapist Board of Ohio and a licensed School Counselor through the Ohio Department of Education. She also holds a Certificate in Parent and Family Education from The University of Akron. Prior to coming to Innovative Therapy Center, she spent her professional career working with adolescents as a School Counselor and working in the early childhood setting as a Behavior Specialist. She has additional training and counseling experience within the chemical dependency field and in college admissions.

Aly graduated from Gannon University in 2020. She has experience with preschool and elementary aged children as well as at an oncology based hospital.

My name is Leanne known to many as Tippy. My passion for women empowerment and caring for the most innocent. I believe being a doula to be my gift or calling from God.

Hello my name is Cierra Meenachan and I am a Birth & Postpartum Doula, a Licensed Massage Therapist and a Baby's First Massage Instructor. I am located in Youngstown Ohio and my outlook on birth is that every family deserves to have access to resources that support the birth or postpartum experience they want. I provide prenatal massage to clients and also teach them how to massage their babies. A bit about me, I am a big foodie and enjoy cooking new things when I have the time. I love to read as much as my brain will allow me to because I love to learn. You can find my available services on Nessle an app for parents!

I am an RN and Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator. I teach Confident Childbirth in groups and privately to expecting parents in the Canton/Akron area.

Certified Labor and Postpartum & Infant Care Doula serving NE Ohio. Here to protect the magic of birth ✨

Natatia Peterson, a lifelong resident of Stark County, recently completed her studies at the National Midwifery Institute in January 2024. Her unwavering commitment to addressing healthcare disparities within African American and other marginalized communities is evident in her current role as the Founder and Owner of yourWOMBllc Holistic Midwifery and Doula Services, where she serves as a Direct Entry Midwife. Actively pursuing her Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) certification, Natatia is positioned to drive significant advancements in the field of midwifery. Natatia holds a Master’s Degree in Education with a specialization in Family and Consumer Sciences from the University of Akron. As a certified Family Self Sufficiency Specialist, she brings a wealth of experience in working with low-income and underserved communities. Her role as the Health and Wellness Coordinator at the Alliance for Children and Families since October 2020 underscores her unwavering dedication to enhancing the well-being of those in need. With over six years of experience as a DONA-certified birth and postpartum doula, Natatia has played a pivotal role in providing essential support to expectant mothers and families. Her active involvement as a member of the Alliance Family Health Centers Board of Directors and Strategic Planning Committee highlights her commitment to improving maternal health outcomes and increasing access to quality care. Furthermore, her esteemed memberships in the Black Midwives Alliance and the Birth and Breastfeeding Leadership Institute showcase her dedication to advancing the fields of human lactation and midwifery. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Natatia holds certifications as a Red Cross Certified First Aid and CPR Instructor, Certified Children's Vision Screener, SOARS Works Representative, Fourth Trimester Fitness Instructor, Lamaze certified childbirth educator, prenatal yoga instructor and is certified in Mental Health First Aid. Natatia has been happily married to her husband, Darryl, for over 14 years, and together they are proud parents of four children: Darryl III, Darryn, Daylon, and Dior. In her leisure time, she enjoys supporting her children in their sports activities.

I am an Occupational Therapist (OT) specially trained in pelvic floor rehabilitation for all stages of life and a certified pregnancy and postpartum corrective exercise specialist. ​ I founded Vital Pelvic Health and Wellness after working as a pelvic floor therapist for years and realizing the traditional medical model was failing my patients, particularly in preventative education and treatment during pregnancy/postpartum period. I had a dream of creating a clinic that provided preventative education to the community, holistic patient-centered care and treatments that focused on achieving lasting relief by finding the root cause of symptoms and looking at the whole person. People suffering from pelvic floor dysfunction are at a disadvantage in our medical system because most providers don't understand the pelvic floor-they just prescribe kegels. I created VH to change that. I was born and raised in Columbiana, Ohio and have been working as an OT in Youngstown for almost 10 years. ​ When imnot ranting about pelvic floor dysfunction to anyone who will listen, I’m spending time with my husband, two small children and our two rescue dogs; preferably outside or on an adventure in the RV!