Find a Doula Near Me in Park Ridge, IL

My name is Monika and I am always enjoy to meet and help the new family with the new baby. Mostly I do overnight care . I am a birth doula as well

I am a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula with three kids of my own. I am also a Certified Chef. I am located in Evanston, IL. I believe in empowering women and helping them make their own choices. I love working with new and experienced parents to have them feel as comfortable and at ease as possible. I don't want to judge your decisions; rather, I want to help and support you in them. I also know that parents need help after the baby is born as well. I am there to help in that journey, whether it is helping with the baby, cooking, laundry, or any other tasks.

hello birthing persons, i’m elle, a DONA certified birth doula, yoga instructor and social worker based in oak park, IL. I became a doula after four years of working in childhood education and fully understanding the impact birth has on everything—my pedagogies are rooted in epigenetics.

Hi, I'm Madi! I'm a full spectrum doula and social worker based in Chicago, IL. All of my work is rooted in trauma-informed, collaborative, relational, compassionate, and inclusive care. As a social worker, I’ve spent over 11 years working in non-profits, primarily in direct service roles supporting people from diverse backgrounds across the lifespan. A through line of my work has been walking alongside people during some of life’s biggest transformations. I love that all of this experience as a social worker shapes how I now show up as a doula.

My name is Niaja, I am as a dedicated and compassionate doula/night nanny, I am committed to supporting families through one of the most transformative experiences of their lives. With a deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and informational needs during childbirth, I offer personalized care and unwavering support. My goal is to empower parents with the knowledge and confidence they need to make informed decisions, ensuring a positive and memorable birthing experience. Through every stage of pregnancy, labor, and postpartum, I am here to provide comfort, advocacy, and a calming presence, helping to create a nurturing environment for both the parents and the newborn.

Trained postpartum doula with experience in supporting and caring for newborns. Previously nannied for five years and worked at an early childhood center in the enfant room for four years. Love to support and care for parents postpartum and find best ways to create systems of support for parents postpartum.

I am alex (they/them) a Full Spectrum Doula based in Oak Park. I realized i wanted to be a doula after the birth of my first child. I learned the words "doula" and "midwife" for the first time while reading one of the many pregnancy books i stumbled across at a thrift store. Because of this book, i learned what birth (and parenting!) could look like with autonomy and empowerment. I knew i had to help make this support accessible to more people. I have taken multiple doula trainings and have acquired a wide range of skills. It is important to me that i continue to learn and practice ways to be an inclusive reproductive specialist, supporting all pregnant, birthing and lactating people throughout their journey. - Madriella Doula Training - Daisy CHAIN Full Spectrum Doula Certified - The Matrona Holistic Doula Certified - Community Doula Project Birth Doula Certified - LER Certified Lactation Specialist I am a Full Spectrum Doula and i am passionate about being present for folks through their postpartum experience; whenever and however their pregnancy may end. I believe all people deserve non-judgemental, compassionate support centered around their individual needs.

I started my journey in postpartum support over a decade ago supporting pregnant and parenting teens living in a group home together. This experience laid the foundation for my love of supporting moms, and taught me the importance of community supports. After a decade long career in corporate recruiting, and my own journey into motherhood, I found myself being pulled back to supporting moms. As a mother who has navigated her own postpartum mood disorder, I am passionate about fostering connections and creating the supportive “villages” that families need. I have trained as a Newborn Care Specialist and Postpartum Doula, and over the past year, I have had the privilege of providing compassionate support to families in my community. I approach each family with warmth and authenticity, aiming to create a safe space where they can thrive. My goal is to empower families and help them navigate their unique journeys with confidence. I look forward to being a part of your family's support system as you embark on this incredible adventure.

Focused on spiritual and physical support that follows evidence-based guidelines and empowers self-advocacy in hospital births.

Hello Friend, my name is Brittany Hourston. I am a Postpartum Doula located in the Chicagoland area. The facets of encouraging, educating, and caring for newborns and their moms. I'm always curious to learn more about how I can be a great asset to the pair. Coming from an educational and nonprofit background, I believe the growth of a child starts at the beginning stages of early childhood, and establishing a positive atmosphere with great strategies will help to get there. My agency works to establish a judgment-free zone for all parents seeking informational and emotional support.

My goal is to support mama in feeling rested, confident, and cared for during the postpartum season. I take my role as a caregiver seriously, providing attentive, nurturing support for both baby and mama. From newborn care and feeding support to light household help and intentional care for you, my services are designed to create more space for rest, balance, and meaningful me time.

Meet JulieAnn JulieAnn is a mother, certified Postpartum Doula as well as a certified Antepartum & Bereavement Doula. JulieAnn is also a certified Newborn Care Specialist. JulieAnn has received her certification as a Medical Assistant. She is a certified Early Childhood Education Teacher and is currently pursuing her associate degree in Early Childhood Education. JulieAnn has spent her entire career in the childcare and education field. Supporting families and educators alike. JulieAnn works to empower families, as she provides excellent care, and a foundation to assist in all areas of a child’s development. Her firsthand experience as a mother and ability to “tune in” to new parents needs allows her to approach each family with a conscious and informed approach. JulieAnn is warm, caring, and loving with the newborns she works with. She wholeheartedly enjoys spending time with new parents as they rest and recuperate after birth so they can enjoy the postpartum period. Her empathetic and intuitive nature allow her to be a reassuring presence and hold space for the transformative experience that becoming a parent deserves. Supported birth and postpartum experiences help parents gain the confidence they need to trust themselves and grow with their child. This is why JulieAnn approaches each day with a mindful mindset of the importance of honoring her clients and treating them with dignity and compassion.

Hi! I'm Kristen. I am a graduate of Chamberlain University, where I obtained my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. My nursing degree has taken me down a path I was destined to be on. I always knew I wanted to work with mothers and babies, and after graduation, I began working as a private nurse for postpartum families. I would be their support system during their personal postpartum journey while educating their entire family on how to navigate the new territory of bringing their baby (or babies!) home. It was during this time I learned how motherhood is such a beautiful experience, yet also one of the most difficult without the proper support system. I began to specialize in infant sleep and obtained my Pediatric Sleep Consultant certification through the Family Sleep Institute. I have worked with countless families in Chicago, as well as virtually, to help them find the rest their whole family needs in a way that works for them. I had a baby of my own last year, and being a mother myself has brought even more empathy and compassion into my work.

Hey! I’m Darnicia, a full-spectrum doula, birth mindset educator, and reproductive justice advocate. TL;DR From organizing protests and fighting for social justice to shutting down systemic abuse, violence, and oppression in the medicalized perinatal care system. My passion? Teaching incredible birthing people — like you — how to trust your intuition❤️‍🔥 and advocate for your autonomy,🗣️ so you feel ✨empowered to be the authority of all your reproductive experiences✨ — fertility to postpartum (or not being pregnant at all). 👀 A little more info… To me, birthwork is inherently linked to social justice and activism. Birthwork is advocacy, and advocacy follows you through every aspect of your life. Therefore, advocacy isn’t something you learn; it’s who you are. I’ve taken what I’ve learned in my years as a social justice organizer and have applied it to birthwork. Sometimes, the fight for my clients to have the reproductive outcomes they desire mirrors the intensity I’ve seen when organizing for human rights. When necessary, I use the same energy it takes to shut down streets and apply it to protect my clients’ experience. What does this mean for you? I have the heart and the skills to fight for your dream birth or whatever support you need. But no worries, I’ll only fight to whatever extent you need or are comfortable with. ☺️ The foundation of the doula role is about the person you are. I am an advocate. Fun facts: I’m a wife and Mom of two. I’m a HUGE Marvel/MCU fan. I L😍VE Thai Iced Tea and mushroom coffee 🍄☕.

As a mother myself, I know first hand the value of kind and informed assistant in the days following the birth of a baby. I was blessed to have experienced support following the births of my now grown three children and know how valuable it is. I have provided support as a lactation consultant, doula and postpartum doula to many families. It is an honor to provide new parents with the help they need while adjusting to parenting a new born.

My name is Danyale Washington. I graduated with my B.S. in Psychology from Concordia University Chicago. After working for over a decade in various facets of childcare and education —as well as having two children of my own— I have seen countless times, as well as witnessed myself as a parent, the lack of support and resources. My passion for helping others and dedication to children and their families reaching their full potential has always been a big part of who I am. It has continuously fueled me to pursue a career in doing just that–offering my insight and expertise to help those I serve feel confident and well-equipped to foster healthy development in children. My philosophy is rooted in empowerment, positivism, and compassion. It is at the core of all my services. My approach is strength-based and client-centered. It focuses on being an aid to those I provide support to in using the tools and skills they already possess to foster optimal growth and development in children. I believe in empowering individuals as they navigate the more challenging components of childrearing. My role is to be in your corner—cheering you on—guiding and supporting you while utilizing your strengths to achieve your goals. You are the driver; I am simply the map!

My name is Kara, and I am thrilled to introduce myself as an Advanced Newborn Care Specialist, CAPPA trained Labor and Postpartum Doula, Lactation Educator, Baby-wearing Educator, and Certified Childbirth Educator. With over two decades of dedicated experience nurturing children, I've found immense joy in providing exceptional care to families like yours. My approach revolves around delivering not just outstanding care, but also fostering a supportive, judgment-free environment. My goal is to empower and guide parents, ensuring they feel refreshed and confident as they embark on the early stages of parenthood. Knowing your newborn is in safe hands allows for a sense of ease and security during this precious time. Before specializing in newborn care, I spent thirteen years in daycares and as a nanny, caring for infants to school-age children. This diverse background has equipped me to handle a wide spectrum of needs, including preemies, singletons, and multiples. It's a privilege to support families as they navigate the exciting journey of new parenthood, always tailoring my approach to meet individual needs and expectations.

I’m Seyi. I have over 15 years of childcare experience in a variety of settings such as a babysitter, nanny, teacher, and now birth and postpartum doula. I am passionate about the field of birth work. After witnessing and hearing about many of the difficulties and abuse of power in hospital settings, my passion for helping people navigate these settings was ignited. It is impossible to guarantee a “perfect birth” but I believe that you should have the opportunity to be prepared for whatever may or may not happen. This includes being aware of medical interventions, having the best people for you in your birthing space, establishing and enforcing necessary boundaries, and ultimately doing the best for you! Childbirth is a beautiful process that is both natural and spiritual.

Hello, I’m Maggie A woman with short brown hair, red lipstick, wearing a maroon t-shirt, holding a camera, smiling, against a plain light-colored wall. Over the years, I've been fortunate to document and support countless inspiring and powerful women in various birth settings. I hold each experience in deep appreciation and honor. This diverse and profound range of experiences in the world of childbirth, coupled with my training as a midwife’s assistant, has equipped me with a unique understanding of the birthing journey. I support all types of birth environments, including hospital, high-risk, homebirth, birth center, natural hospital births, inductions, and trauma-informed care. Additionally, I have experience with various birthing techniques and philosophies, including Hypnobirthing, Birthing from Withing, Lamaze, Bradley, and Hypnobabies. No matter your chosen path, I would be thrilled to help guide you toward your ideal birth experience.

I am a Certified Postpartum Doula with a strong background in newborn and infant care. I currently work with Chicago Family Doulas, providing overnight newborn support to families during the early postpartum period. My experience includes bottle feeding, diapering, sleep monitoring, soothing, newborn routines, bottle cleaning, baby laundry, and creating a calm overnight environment for both baby and parents. Before becoming a postpartum doula, I worked for several years in childcare settings as an infant and toddler teacher, where I gained hands-on experience supporting children’s development, routines, emotional needs, and early milestones. My care style is gentle, dependable, and family centered. I believe in respecting each family’s preferences while offering gentle, professional support that helps parents feel more confident, rested, and cared for.