Nicole McWhorter - Birth & Postpartum Doula

About Nicole

My name is Nicole McWhorter, owner of DKM Love Doula Services LLC. I am a Ohio & DONA Certified Doula, Certified Community Health Worker, Certified Lactation Specialist, and I hold a Bachelor of Science in Health Administration. With over 22 years of healthcare (clinical and non-clinical) experience, my passion is supporting families through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and infant feeding with compassion, education, advocacy, and love. My philosophy is centered on making sure every parent feels seen, heard, respected, informed, and supported. I believe birth belongs to the family, and my role is to walk beside you with nonjudgmental care, evidence-based information, comfort measures, emotional support, and encouragement. At DKM Love Doula Services LLC, I am committed to serving families with dignity, cultural respect, and heart — Doula Perfection at Its Finest.

Availability

Taking new clients

Due Apr – Aug 2027

Confirmed 2 weeks ago

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Birth & Postpartum Doula packages and pricing

DKM Love Community Birth Experience - Medicaid Only

Currently accepting CareSource, AmeriHealth, Anthem, and Buckeye Medicaid plans in Ohio. The Medicaid/Community Birth Experience is a Medicaid-aligned doula support package for eligible families. Services may include prenatal support, labor and birth support, postpartum support, education, advocacy preparation, comfort measures, feeding education, community resource referrals, and postpartum wellness check-ins. Coverage and services may depend on active Medicaid eligibility, service area, managed care plan rules, authorization requirements, and approval. DKM Love Doula Services LLC provides non-medical emotional, physical, educational, and advocacy support.

$0 USD · Flat rate

DKM Love Essential Birth Support

For families who primarily need professional support during labor and birth.
Initial consultation and required intake
One virtual birth-readiness check-in
On-call availability from 38–42 weeks
Continuous labor and birth support
Comfort measures and position suggestions
Support for the partner or chosen support person
Immediate postpartum support for up to two hours
One virtual postpartum check-in

$950 USD · Flat rate

DKM Love Premier Birth Experience

For families wanting preparation, education, and continuous birth support.
Two prenatal visits, up to 90 minutes each
Birth preferences and planning assistance
Comfort-measures education and practice
Partner support preparation
Phone, text, and email support during pregnancy
On-call availability from 37–42 weeks
Continuous labor and birth support
Immediate postpartum support for up to two hours
One postpartum visit, up to 90 minutes (Virtual or In-Person)
Basic feeding and recovery education

$1,500 USD · Flat rate

Accepted insurance

AmeriHealth Caritas Anthem Blue Cross CareSource Medicaid Buckeye Health Plan Molina Healthcare Message Nicole to confirm coverage for your plan.

What to expect

At DKM Love Doula Services LLC, we provide compassionate, evidence-based doula support for families throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Our goal is to help you feel informed, supported, respected, and prepared every step of the way. We offer doula support packages starting at $0 out-of-pocket for eligible Medicaid clients. Private-pay packages range from $950 to $2,300, depending on the level of support and care your family chooses. Whether you are preparing for your first baby, growing your family, or needing extra guidance and encouragement, DKM Love is here to provide loving support, education, advocacy, and care. Doula Perfection at Its Finest.

Reviews for Nicole McWhorter

5.0 1 review

5.0

July 31, 2026

DKM Love Doula Services is hands down the best new doula business! I found out I was pregnant with my first child in July 2024 and knew right away that I wanted a doula who would advocate for both me and my unborn son. Nicole did exactly that and so much more. Despite being in a different state, she stayed in close contact with me every step of the way and was incredibly informative. As a first-time mother, I was naturally nervous and scared about bringing my son into the world, but Nicole reassured me, guided my husband and me through the entire process, and made sure we felt completely supported. I am forever grateful for her support and so proud to be one of DKM Love Doula Services' very first clients—and to have my son be one of their first "doula babies!" We will absolutely be using their services again for our next bundle of joy.

— Shatorrie McWhorter

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

Certified Ohio Doula (2025)
Birth Doula Certification (DONA) (2026)
Trained Postpartum Doula (2026)
High Risk Doula Certification (MEGI) (2025)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Health Administration (2025)

Memberships and affiliations

DONA

Languages

English

Credentials

CD (DONA) CHW CLSC

Specialties

Birth Doula Postpartum Doula Care Prenatal Lactation Education

Frequently asked questions

What insurances do you accept?

I currently accept the following Medicaid plans: AmeriHealth, Anthem, Buckeye, and CareSource. I also accept private pay clients with payment plans available if needed.

How much does Nicole charge?

Nicole's DKM Love Essential Birth Support package is $950 USD, flat rate. Nicole lists 4 packages in all.

Is Nicole taking new clients?

Taking new clients. Due Apr – Aug 2027. Availability was confirmed 2 weeks ago.

Does Nicole accept insurance?

Nicole lists AmeriHealth Caritas, Anthem Blue Cross, CareSource, Medicaid, Buckeye Health Plan, and Molina Healthcare as accepted insurance. Message Nicole to confirm coverage for your plan.