Find Birth Doula Jobs Near Palatine, IL

I'm 35 and am having a low-risk pregnancy, my first child. I would love a doula to help advocate for me, in addition to my partner, and help with emotional support as I navigate this new experience. 1. I plan to give birth at a hospital near Downers Grove (we still need to tour hospitals) 2. No set budget/flexible 3. Early labor at home, low dose epidural at hospital, have a healthy baby, and accept intervention as needed. I'm an epidemiologist and will inform my decisions based on best available data.

1) Central DuPage HospitaL 2) I would like to spend no more than $1,000 for a birth doula. May consider other services as well 3) VBAC, avoid c-section (very traumatic), open to all pain relief options but want epidural to be the last resort, open to medical interventions if other suggestions (walking, taking a shower, peanut ball, or different laboring positions) don't work

We are very new to this community but we are looking for someone who can help us bring our first child into this world from the comfort of our home. I prefer a very natural birth and someone with previous experience with first time parents. We are unsure how to formulate a birth plan but are slowly trying to piece things together.

i plan to give birth at endeavor hospital in highland park. i dont have a budget at this time. i plan to attempt a vbac. id like someone experienced with surrogacy as i am a surrogate for this pregnancy.

Hospital first time birth. $1000 budget or less. Birth plan not made yet but plan to do the least intrusive to no intervention/medication possible

I am a neurodivergent person who is having their first child. My goal is to have a level headed strong supporter in the delivery room and someone to assist in follow up with handling life with a baby when I am autistic and ADHD

Di-di twins delivering at Northwestern in Chicago. Looking for post partum doula / night nurse capabilities for a provider that accepts BCBS insurance (I had medical necessity but have struggled to find provider). 38 years old and delivered previous two children without an epidural and with the support of a doula.

I’m a first-time mom planning a hospital birth, and I’m looking for a doula who can help guide me through the process and options, especially since I’m still figuring out what I want my birth plan to look like. I’m feeling a bit torn between wanting to stay mobile during labor and pushing in a position other than on my back, while also considering the possibility of an epidural. I’d love support understanding how those options can work together and what flexibility looks like in a hospital setting. I’m also looking for help with lactation and postpartum feeding. I want to breastfeed but am planning to combo feed, and I’d really appreciate guidance on how to do that in a way that supports my milk supply and feels manageable as a first-time mom. Overall, I’m hoping for someone who can educate me, help me feel confident in my choices, advocate for me during labor if needed, and support me both during birth and in the early postpartum period.

i would like a water birth or at least a very comfortable and compassionate hospital setting that listens to MY needs/wants. i am currently working on a birth plan. im 25 weeks today and i dont know a budget range right now.

Elmhurst hospital I have BlueCross BlueShield insurance I want to have it natural no epidural, it’s my first pregnancy, I just want it as smooth as possible with the advice of a doula to feel comfortable in myself.

This is my first time inquiring about doula services

1. I plan to give birth at Rush Hospital Chicago 2. N/A 3. First-time mom • I will be laboring solo (no partner) • Hospital birth • I value calm, clear communication and reassurance Labor & Support • I want a calm environment and things explained before they’re done • Verbal reassurance and grounding help me regulate • I’m open to pain management, including an epidural • If I ask for pain relief, I want support in advocating for timely access Interventions • I’m open to medically necessary interventions • I want to understand why something is recommended and what my options are • Safety first, but no unnecessary escalation if things are progressing well Birth & Immediately After • Skin to skin if baby is stable • I appreciate help staying present and grounded right after birth Feeding (Important) • I am exclusively bottle feeding • I am not breastfeeding or pumping • I want this respected without being questioned or revisited • Support looks like helping me feel confident with bottle feeding, intake, and cues Postpartum in the Hospital • I’ll need reminders to eat, drink, and rest • Gentle emotional check-ins matter to me • Help me ask questions before discharge so I don’t leave overwhelmed Discharge • I’ll be going home via Uber • I’ll have my infant car seat with me • I may need help coordinating the logistics calmly Overall • My priority is a safe delivery, a regulated experience, and feeling supported not a “perfect” birth • I respond best to grounded reassurance, not pressure or rigid plans Thank you for being part of this with me it really matters.

Currently 10 weeks pregnant and planning a home birth if we have a low risk pregnancy. Looking for a doula who is experienced in both home birth/hospital. This is my first pregnancy and will need help with pain management / first time pregnancy and advocacy as well advice

I plan on giving birth at NW hospital. Estimate budget is $1500 I have a very flexible birth plan, but I definitely prefer epidural.

Birthing center or hospital, 2,000-2500, not sure about birth plan but would like to be unmedicated, labor at home, squatting position

I plan to give birth at home using a water birth, budget is $100-$1500. Doula should have at least 4 years of experience and an elderly doula would be preferred

Birth support postpartum support

I will be giving birth at Northwestern PRENTICE - Hospital Chicago IL I am still browsing budgets. My birth plan is to go unmedicated and natural. I had the intent to seek a doula in the beginning of pregnancy and I pushed off for a while. However as I get closer to my due date I am nervous and I want to make sure I get the most guidance I can

Looking for a doula who can be guiding my birth in a hospital , and afterwards . For budget I’m looking for someone who works through Medicaid and that has experience 3-4 years .

Delivery is planned for Edward hospital in Naperville, IL. We have Blue cross Blue shield PPO.