Natasha Bardsley, Birth Doula in Glen Carbon, IL

Natasha Bardsley Birth Doula in Glen Carbon, IL

5.0 12 reviews 5 years of experience
$1,500 flat rate · Birth Doula Support package

About Natasha

Hi! I'm Natasha, a mother of 2 daughters and a birth doula serving the St. Louis, Missouri area and the Metro East area in Southern Illinois since 2021. I like to have a holistic approach to the pregnancy and birth experience. I like to focus on nutrition and positioning techniques during pregnancy to help minimize end-of-pregnancy concerns and labor challenges. I started my doula journey shortly after my first born because I wanted to help other families to know that they do have a voice that matters. Having a cesarean myself, then a HBAC, I have a unique perspective on the difference of each of those experiences. I learned the importance of having the proper support, the right to informed choice and the resources to have a positive pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience. That is what I hope I can provide to my community.

Birth Doula packages and pricing

Birth Doula Support

My Service Includes: - Unlimited phone and email support - On call 24\7 from 38-weeks to birth - Two in-home prenatal visits and one in-home postpartum visit ( each visit up to 2 hours) - Continuous support through active labor to birth and immediate postpartum (up to 2 hours) - Back up doula

$1,500 USD · Flat rate

Accepted insurance

Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) Message Natasha to confirm coverage for your plan.

What to expect

At prenatal visits, we’ll review more in detail your birth preferences and options, what to expect from physiological labor and birth, the role of your doula and the role of your birth partner, body balancing (Spinning Babies techniques), comfort measures/techniques to use during labor for pain relief (Aromatherapy, Rebozo, Miles Circuit, Spinning Babies, Acupressure, counterpressure, massage, ect.), creating a birth preference sheet and working through any fears prior to birth. During labor, I’ll offer continuous and unwavering support that involves creating a safe and calm environment, guiding you through the stages of labor, giving suggestions on relaxation techniques and pain relief strategies, and suggestions on different position changes as labor progresses. I can join you at the beginning of your active labor before transitioning to your main birth setting. I do have pre-made laminated birth affirmation cards and essential oils for you to use during labor. I also have LED twinkle lights, LED tea candle lights and a TENS unit to use during labor if desired. Immediate postpartum support includes getting settled, comfortable with your newborn, and helping initiate breastfeeding if desired. At the postpartum visit, we will reflect your birth experience and answer any postpartum questions or concerns. I can also share a few techniques to help relax your baby's nervous system, assist with baby wearing and to help troubleshoot any breastfeeding challenges.

Reviews for Natasha Bardsley

5.0 12 reviews
5.0

Natasha rocks! What a Godsend!! She was so incredible to work with, and I really can't recommend her enough. From the beginning, she was super respectful about our desires for birth. And she was always easy to get a hold of with any questions I had. Her prenatal visits really helped us prepare for the mental and physical aspects of birth. She gave us so much good information, even for postpartum. Natasha was great tor showing my husband how to support me too! When labor started, Natasha was so loving and helpful with all my first-time momma nerves. She met me at my house during early labor and followed us to the hospital when I was ready. Before I could be admitted, the hospital required me to consent to a cervical check. I did, but the check was not done well and I refused getting another. The doctor kept pressing me to do another while I was bawling in pain, working through hard contractions every minute by that time. Natasha very respectfully and tactfully stood up for me, and I'll never forget that. As I was admitted and continued to labor, Natasha supported me so well. I seriously couldn't have asked for a more amazing doula. The whole time, I felt as though she genuinely cared for us and supported our goals for birth. I'm so glad she was by my side!

— Kellie J.

5.0

I highly recommend Natasha. She is incredibly knowledgeable and takes the time to teach you a lot about birth beforehand, while also providing excellent resources for both the mental and physical preparation, as well as postpartum support. During labor, she was a calm and reassuring presence, bringing both expertise and comfort. When we discovered our baby was sunny-side up during delivery, she guided us through the Spinning Babies Three Sisters of Balance technique, which helped us reposition the baby optimally. Her support made a real difference in our birth experience.

— Shelby W.

5.0

Natasha provided incredible support throughout our entire journey—not just during labor, but before and after as well. Her wealth of knowledge and the comfort she provided made all the difference. She thoughtfully answered every one of our questions with well-researched, evidence-based information, helping us feel informed and empowered as we prepared for birth. We were especially touched that she traveled 90 minutes to our home to ensure we felt ready and confident. In the delivery room, her calm, grounding presence and deep expertise were exactly what we needed. You truly couldn’t ask for a better doula. If we are fortunate enough to grow our family again, there’s no doubt—we’ll be calling Natasha.

— Tyler A.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

  • Purple Lotus Doula Training (2021)
  • VBAC Doula Certification (2021)
  • Birth Essential Oils Consultant, Brilliant Birth Academy (2022)
  • Spinning Babies Workshop (2022)
  • Rebozo Training, Gina Kirby (2023)
  • Birth Arts International (2025)
  • Spinning Babies Workshop (2025)

Education

  • Associates in Applied Science (2017)

Languages

  • English

Specialties

Acupressure During Labor Aromatherapy Birth Doula Birth Support Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Evidence-Based Care Healthy Eating Home Birth Labor Doula Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Prenatal Care Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)

Frequently asked questions

How much does Natasha charge?

Natasha's Birth Doula Support package is $1,500 USD, flat rate.

Does Natasha accept insurance?

Natasha lists Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) as accepted insurance. Message Natasha to confirm coverage for your plan.

Service area

Natasha is based in Glen Carbon, Illinois.

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