Find a Midwife Near Me in Oregon

I'm a former licensed teacher that followed my passion to change my 17 year side job of childbirth education and birth doula work into a full time career. It started with earning my credentials as a childbirth educator from the Seattle Midwifery School and teaching in Portland area hospitals but morphed into doing birth doula work as people I met invited me to be part of their births. I like to say I fell into birth doula work unintentionally, but it ignited a passion to do it all that I could (while raising young children, teaching kindergarten part time, and teaching childbirth prep. WHEW! Those were busy years!) Fast forward to 2022, when I became an empty nester (letting both my scientist and my opera singing daughters fly!) and made the decision to leave the classroom and pursue birth doula work and childbirth education. I hold a Masters Degree in curriculum and instruction, so helping birthing people and their support team learn about birth is a natural and easy process for me. Once I decided to do birth work full time, I pursed further education as a birth doula (which was a review of a TINY part that I learned through childbirth educator training, LOL!) and became DONA certified as a birth doula. Through the years I have been lucky to experience a wide variety of births: medicated, unmedicated, planned and unplanned cesarean, VBAC, and so much more. I have years of experience helping those that birth, with or without neurodivergence and other challenges, find their way to empowerment and joy, no matter how their birth journey unfolds. I pull from a wide range of tools, tricks, and methods to provide what YOU would like your birth to look, sound, and feel like. From Hypnobirthing, breathing, crafting the ideal birthing environment to Spinning babies, position work, and comfort measures (comforting touch, using water & heat, leveraging pleasure for more oxytocin), I actively pursue discovering YOUR magic combination for reduced discomfort, labor length, and stress. I keep the birth space calm, safe, easy-going, compassionate, and positive, so that you can enter parenthood empowered and joyful. I provide individualized education, encouragement, and planning prior to labor, and support during the birth process to take the pressure and stress off of you and your labor support though an experience that can have a bazillion variables and may be alien to you. I keep it simple and as stress free as I possibly can so that you can be fully present and enjoy your prenatal, birth, and postpartum experience.

Hello families, My name is Amber and I am excited to connect with you. I have over 30 years experience as a doula and support all types of families. I specialize in multiples (twins/triplets), first time parents, cesarean deliveries, adoptions, and families with history of birth trauma, infertility and preemies/NICU support. I offer holistic and individual attention full circle (fertility, early pregnancy support, pregnancy support, birth and postpartum). Well known in the birthing community with excellent referrals, most of my clients find me through friends, family, and provider recommendations. My birthing support schedule fills quickly but I am available to connect virtually for pregnancy and postpartum support with a flexible schedule to meet your needs. I am looking forward to connecting and learning more about how I can support you in your journey. Warmly, Amber

Hello! My name is Angel McGinn and I have worked as a Registered Nurse for 15 years. I have worked in many different nursing specialties, but I absolutely love my current position as a Postpartum and Labor & Delivery nurse. I love being with families as they transition into parenthood and/or continue to grow their families. Becoming a doula has allowed me to focus not only on the medical side of birthing experiences, but also the emotional and spiritual side to a physiological birth. In my own birth and postpartum experiences, I struggled with breastfeeding, which prompted me obtain my CLC -lactation certification, so that I could be of assistance others in their chest/breastfeeding journey and I am currently working towards my IBCLC. I am married and this year will be our 15th wedding anniversary in September. We have three children together and my husband has two from a previous marriage that are now young adults. Our two boys are 12 and 4 and we have a sweet baby girl that lives in heaven. We also are animal lovers with a Siamese cat and a Collie dog! **Due to the fact that I work full time in nursing, I work very closely with a doula partner in order to provide continuous doula coverage for clients.

Hi there! I'm Britanee, a dedicated and compassionate Birth Doula, and I’m here to support you through one of the most beautiful and transformative experiences of your life—your birth. I offer holistic, personalized care to help guide, empower, and comfort you as you prepare for the birth of your baby. My Services Include: Prenatal Support: We’ll meet several times before your due date to discuss your birth preferences, pain management options, and any questions or concerns you may have. I’ll provide you with emotional support and help you navigate any challenges in your pregnancy. Continuous Labor Support: I’ll be by your side throughout labor, offering physical comfort measures, emotional reassurance, and advocacy so that you feel empowered to make decisions that align with your birth vision. Whether you're birthing at home, in a hospital, or at a birthing center, I'm here to guide you through the process with love and respect. Postpartum Care: After your birth, I offer support to help you transition into new motherhood. Whether it's breastfeeding advice, newborn care, or simply lending a listening ear, I’ll be there for you as you settle into your new rhythm. Why Choose Me? I am deeply committed to helping you feel safe, confident, and supported at every stage of your pregnancy and birth. My approach is non-judgmental and focused on your needs and preferences. Whether you desire a natural birth or a medicated one, I’ll help you find the path that feels right for you. Together, we’ll create a positive, empowering birth experience. If you're ready to talk more or have questions about how I can support you, please don't hesitate to reach out!

I believe in inspiring you to have the most ideal experience for YOU. This means, I do not pass judgement or preach my own beliefs. I feel that it is my job to empower you and support your decisions, remind you of your goals when appropriate, and help you adjust mentally and physically to any variations to your plans. ​ I am a birth, postpartum, and end of life doula, a postpartum navigator, a yoga teacher and trainer, and an author. I have my BA in Psychology and a background in behavioral intervention, teaching, and childcare. I hope to use my background and knowledge to inspire people to live with intention, connection and empowerment. I am constantly exploring ways to enhance my knowledge and am a committed life-long learner. Most importantly, I look forward to meeting your needs, being an extra set of hands, and providing you selfless service during this eventful time in your life.

Christ-Centered, Christian Doula Hi, I'm Eryn, a Mom to my 10 yr. old and a Holistic Birth and Postpartum Doula. I offer physical, emotional/spiritual and informational/educational support for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. I believe that this time period is a sacred rite of passage in your life worthy of the upmost respect, care, and support. I have been present for home births, hospital births, birthing center births, and provided support to postpartum families. I am currently offering Virtual Doula Support.

I'm Lauren, a birth doula and photographer based in Milwaukie, Oregon, just outside of Portland. I grew up in Delaware, but have lived on the West Coast since 2017. I am a mom to one child, two dogs, and a cat. I love reading, getting outside, and exploring new cities. I love trying out new hobbies: currently, I'm learning how to crochet! I trained through Doula Love Portland's DONA International and OHA Approved program. My practice is trauma-informed, inclusive, and evidence-based. I honor all paths to parenthood and believe that every person deserves compassionate, culturally responsive care during their most vulnerable moments. I believe birth is not just a beginning. It is a continuation of a lineage - of wisdom, of strength, of becoming. I am here to hold space for you to make your own choices while feeling supported, safe, and seen.

Hello families! My name is Becca, 45 years old, and I was born and raised in Portland, Oregon. I am very calm, loving, patient, responsible, and flexible.. Being a birth and postpartum doula is my passion and I find much happiness in this type of work! I have 20+years experience working as a nanny and early childhood education teacher. My education includes Postpartum and Birth Doula training in 2024 and a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education in 2003. I’m also a mother to a wonderful and brilliant twelve year old girl Amelia. I am very active and love the outdoors, hot yoga, healthy cooking/baking and being around animals. I prefer to work in the SW Portland/Tigard/Beaverton/ area but I’m able to travel to accommodate your needs.

Hello! I'm Andrea. I'm Oregon grown and after 6 years away, my husband and I have moved back to The Rogue Valley and I'm so excited to serve families here! I'm blessed with a large family and have the privilege of loving and doting on close to 30 nieces, nephews and other little ones. I've always been around babies, seen my loved ones go through pregnancies and admired the process, but the doula seed was planted after getting to be more directly involved with one of my goddaughter's entrances into the world in 2020. I fell in love with the strength, the ebb and flow, the literal labor of love. I also saw how scary the unknowns and certain aspects of the journey can be and I knew I wanted to help in some way. After a bit of research, I found what I want to be when I grow up! A doula! I started studying with Birth Arts International and the rest is history. In 2022 I decided to continue my education as a postnatal doula through Women’s Choice Perinatal. Along my doula journey I’ve gotten to build community with so many amazing birth workers and joined The Reno Doula Co-op in 2023. I've worked in caregiving capacities most of my adult life and feel I'm exactly where I need to be. I believe everyone deserves a compassionate and loving birth experience. My goal is to be accessible and reach as many people as possible to help your birth experience be the best it can be through you-centric care and support. Every person embarking on childbirth deserves to have someone in their corner, there for them no matter what, to guide and assist them in making educated choices about their pregnancy, birth experience and parenthood, and to remind them that they can trust the strength of their bodies and minds during this time. As a doula, I aim to bring compassionate, client-centered care and remind every client how empowered they are! Outside of birth work, you can find me spending time with family, playing with the littles, grabbing coffee and walking the river with friends, or traveling whenever and wherever I can. I’m also a huge theater geek (you should see the one-man Hamilton show I put on in my car) and Trekky nerd. I enjoy genuine honest connection and could talk for hours about what makes a person light up.

I attended my first birth more than 25 years ago and very soon after began actively pursuing birthwork, trading off between midwifery apprenticeships and serving independently as a doula. Given my background, I'm a strong believer in individual family autonomy, true informed consent, and holistic continuity of care that includes extensive postpartum attention. I'm also quite the baby whisperer, even while they're still in the belly. In my free time, I enjoy gardening, cooking, going on long walks, and taking even longer naps. I'm best known for my authenticity, tenacity, quick wit, and contagious laugh.

I have always had a passion to support women and babies every since I was younger. I have been in the medical field for 7 years now since I graduated high school and am a medical assistant. I have also been a newborn nanny to multiple families. I fell in love the women’s health/OBGYN/labor and delivery when I started as a medical assistant 4 years ago and was a medical assistant for 2 years at a women’s clinic and fell in love with the women’s clinic and got to shadow over 10 births by the midwives and OB’s at the clinic. I am currently applying for nursing school to become a labor and delivery nurse but wanted to be active in this field of work right now, so this is where I decided to become a birth doula. I feel that I am very equipped and experienced in this field and cannot wait to meet you and your family and help you bring your baby(s) into the world in a way you feel comfortable and proud of and I am here to support you along that journey!

Peace, my name is Kiya Ellis and I am a Medicaid birth doula located in Detroit Michigan. I am very passionate about child birth and a firm believer that it does not have to be extremely painful or traumatic ; physically and mentally. I wish for all birthing people to have access to resources as such and to be asserted in their strength and livelihood.

Ready for a confident and calm birth/postpartum journey? As a certified doula, I'm here to support you and your family every step of the way. I offer comprehensive information and guidance tailored to your unique experience, for your first baby and beyond. With a yoga teacher background I will guide you to connect with your body's innate wisdom. As a professional chef, I will support your body's healing with nourishing postpartum meals. When I am off-duty, you'll find me gardening or cuddling my kittens in Portland, OR.

Dr. Hanna Powers is a licensed Naturopathic Physician and midwife specializing in holistic primary care, pediatrics, and midwifery, including home birth. She earned her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine and a Certificate in Natural Childbirth from the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) in Portland, Oregon. A Seattle native, she completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Oregon and trained under six naturopathic midwives in Portland, gaining extensive experience in integrative birth care. Dr. Powers provides comprehensive care with a focus on women’s health and midwifery, utilizing modalities such as herbal medicine, homeopathy, physical medicine, IV therapy, pelvic floor therapy, and nutrition counseling. She prioritizes patient autonomy and collaboration, ensuring individualized, informed care. She believes in physiological birth, providing education surrounding birth, and meeting each patient where they are.

As a mother of two wonderful children, I know firsthand that birth is a deeply personal and transformative journey—both profoundly challenging and incredibly rewarding. As a holistic doula, I support you with a mind-body-spirit approach, honoring your unique needs, preferences, and intuition. With over 15 years of experience in advocacy, including a decade specializing in mental health and trauma-informed care, I bring a deep understanding of emotional and psychological well-being to my work. Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology has shaped my approach, allowing me to support individuals with compassion, knowledge, and a strong foundation in evidence-based care. My mission as your doula is to empower you—helping you feel strong, confident, and deeply supported throughout your birth experience. I am here to nurture your body, mind, and soul, ensuring you are cared for every step of the way.

Hello! Supporting families through the birth year as a birth and postpartum doula brings me immense joy. As a dear friend of mine said, "Helping people move through huge life transitions is where it's at." I bring non-judgmental, compassionate, inclusive, evidence-based care to you and your family, however "family" looks for you. My training includes DONA-approved workshops for birth and postpartum doulas, lactation support, newborn care, pregnancy loss, abortion support, and prenatal/postpartum yoga. When not involved in birth work, I love to bake, play with my puppy, and read mysteries.