Find a Doula Near Me in Pittsburgh, PA

Peace, I’m Katlyn. An aspiring holistic herbalist, birth doula, mother of 5, and a lover of the Most High. From becoming a mother myself I have grown a love for mothers and the journey that motherhood brings not only after we give birth, but the transformation we begin to make as we grow our little ones. Everyone wants to nurture the baby understandably so, but who also nurtures the mother? I am here for you.

With a background in special education and a master’s degree in anthropology and education, I bring a unique blend of personal and professional experiences to my work as a postpartum doula. I have a passion for helping people, cultivated through various roles including as a special education teacher, service coordinator for children with disabilities, and as a Behavior Specialist Consultant. These experiences, as well as being a mother myself, shape my approach, allowing me to provide non-judgmental support that respects each family’s unique circumstances. My empathetic nature, attentive listening, and calm warmth create a safe and caring space for all my clients. Beyond my commitment to postpartum care, I enjoy spending time with my family and dog, traveling, cooking, reading, and creating.

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I’m a certified Doula, Yoga Instructor, and Lactation Consultant based in Pittsburgh, with experience supporting clients who speak Swahili, Spanish, Portuguese, Pashto, Russian, and Dari. I specialize in using natural comfort measures to help make labor faster, more comfortable, and empowering. I support all types of births—unmedicated, medicated, and C-sections—as well as pregnancy loss as a bereavement doula. As a mother of two, my journey began in 2015 after a traumatic birth experience and the loss of my son. That experience inspired my mission to redefine the birth experience and ensure every mother feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. My role is to uplift you, honor your choices, and provide compassionate, nonjudgmental care every step of the way.

As a Certified Labor Doula working in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area since 2020, I offer personalized birthing, lactation, and postpartum support as well as childbirth & postpartum education. My goal is to give you and your family the attention and knowledge you need to make informed decisions about pregnancy, delivery, feeding, and parenting. ​ I am inspired by women's strength and the miracle of birth. This inspiration is why I became a Certified Labor Doula through Maternity Wise and am proud to serve women and families throughout South Western Pennsylvania. I first became interested in becoming a doula in 2017 when I became inspired by a supportive doula I hired for my second and third pregnancies. I was later encouraged to become a doula by a close friend, who then was the first mother I could serve as an educator and doula. ​ I have three little boys of my own, and have had a hospital OBGYN, midwife center, and homebirth experience. I know what it is like to give birth and navigate both within and outside the industrial birth complex. I have personal experience with low-risk and high-risk pregnancies and what it is like to be concerned about the unknowns on the other side of delivery. In addition, I have experienced the benefits and relief of having a doula present to guide me through the portal of birth into the role of motherhood. ​ Every woman deserves to have someone there to guide and assist them in making educated choices about their pregnancy, delivery, and parenting. It is good to have someone to remind them that they can persevere during this time of newness. I'm here to provide evidence-based education, and emotional, physical, and personalized support, along with advocacy for your rights. ​ Mothers and couples who work with me will find I highly value their maintained autonomy, including mother-led labor and delivery. I recognize birth as a non-medical event that occasionally needs medical attention. High-risk pregnancies need significantly more care than healthy pregnancies- but that high-risk model of care should not be used to care for all expectant mothers. In this vein, I acknowledge that women do not need to be empowered to give birth well or ecstatically. Instead, their autonomy, human rights, and dignity must be protected and remain intact. Under these aforementioned parameters, birth will naturally lead toward positive and non-traumatic perspectives of its' outcome. ​ Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, as a Christian, I am confident there is much truth to be ascertained in the metaphor of birth used throughout the Bible.

Birth doula & prenatal yoga instructor

Hi, I'm Emily Drotleff, and I'm a certified labor doula located in New Castle, PA. I am passionate about helping families during pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period. I offer birth doula support, postpartum doula support, and lactation support. I know birth can be such a beautiful, and intimate experience and I'm always honored to be welcomed into someone's birth space. I aim to treat everyone with respect and offer non judgemental support regardless of how or where you choose to give birth. I am an animal lover, gardener, sourdough bread maker, and mom to one. Before following my calling into birthwork I worked as a veterinary technician and also fostered orphaned, neonatal kittens. I look forward to speaking with you!

Hi there! I’m Michelle! I’m a fellow home birth mama to four amazing children. I believe birth should be gentle, undisturbed and transformational for mothers and their families. Nurturing mothers during birth and postpartum is the foundation for how they are able to connect with their families and themselves. We are rewriting the patriarchal narrative, women need to serve women above all else. It’s important to know that as your doula, I strive for a friendship, not a business agreement. I’m so excited to meet you!

Hello, everyone my name is Jacqueline Boyd and I am a certified birth and postpartum doula located in Morgantown, West Virginia. I believe bringing a baby into the world is a powerful journey- one that deserves unwavering support, knowledge, and care. My passion for birth work began when I witnessed my niece's birth, a moment that forever changed me. As a doula, I am here to empower, educate, and walk alongside you, ensuring you feel heard, confident, and deeply supported every step of the way. I believe birth is not just about the moment of delivery- it's about the whole experience, from preparation to postpartum healing. My approach blends evidence-based care with intuition, warmth, and a deep respect for your unique story. Whether you're seeking guidance through pregnancy, hands-on birth support or nurturing postpartum care, I'm here to help you embrace this transition with strength and peace. You deserve to feel held in this season of life, and I would be honored to be part of your journey.

Passionate about improving maternal and neonatal health outcomes in our Northeast Ohio community, one family at a time.

My name is Leanne known to many as Tippy. My passion for women empowerment and caring for the most innocent. I believe being a doula to be my gift or calling from God.

Hi! I'm Amanda, a birth doula who is passionate about women's health. I believe your birth experience with your baby can be positive and beautiful. This passion started for me when I had my first child, and my love for birth, babies, and women's health has only grown since. I love supporting women and families through this big life change. As a doula, I'm an addition to your team to help you integrate what you hope for your birth. I'll anticipate your needs, respond with compassion, and bring knowledge and tools to help you navigate your situation. I've completed a five week birth doula course with DONA International and continue to educate myself to be able to serve you the best I can.

Hello! As someone who has been in the fertility journey for almost a decade, I totally understand how isolating and frustrating it can be. I am becoming a fertility doula to care for all aspects of life and reproductive health

Hi! I'm Nadia. I am a student midwife working toward my CPM credential through the National College of Midwifery, a full-spectrum doula specializing in preconception and postpartum, and a wanna-be farmer serving Western PA and some parts of OH/VA. I am a huge advocate for reproductive freedom, so my pricing is always flexible. When I’m not attending clients, I enjoy nature walks with my daughter, gardening, and reading. Talk soon!

Hi there! My name is Lauren and I’m honored that you’d have me as part of your birthing team. Birth is a sacred event and I take it very personally that you would want me in the room at your most vulnerable state! My goal is to adapt to whatever you and your partner may need, regardless of the type of birth you are having. From conception to postpartum, call me your sister through it all. Blessings!

The founder of The Maternal Core. A Pittsburgh native, with a bachelor of science degree in Communications/Public Relations. After exploring Corporate Health Care; Since 2020, I found a passion for maternal science. Currently a full spectrum doula and midwife apprentice. My work experience includes, AHN, UPMC, and PA Women Infant and Children Program (WIC). I love empowering women through their pregnancy, birth/labor and postnatal care.

Hello, I'm Karlee, a passionate and dedicated doula committed to providing comprehensive support to expectant families. My journey into being a doula began when I finished my Masters of Maternity at CCAC. Since then, I have been devoted to offering compassionate, personalized care to ensure a positive and empowering birth experience!

My journey into birth work began with my own experience-- becoming a mom for the first time, navigating the intensity of postpartum, and surviving trauma I didn't expect. In those early days, when everything felt like too much, my doula showed up in a way that changed everything. Their support quite literally saved my life. That experience lit a fire in me to become the person I once needed-- for other mamas navigating their own powerful, complex, and sacred transitions.

We are a wife-and-wife doula team in Pittsburgh, PA supporting families since 2014. We offer support during pregnancy (childbirth classes, lactation education), birth (birth doula support), and postpartum (lactation consults, gentle sleep consults, and postpartum doula support). We are committed to running an inclusive, trauma-informed practice. Working with a diverse clientele, we love supporting families along the journey of welcoming a new baby!

Welcome! I'm Mahogany, a dedicated and compassionate doula committed to supporting families through the transformative journey of childbirth. With 4 years of experience and specialized training in prenatal, birth, and postpartum care, I strive to provide personalized and holistic support, ensuring that every family feels empowered, informed, and nurtured during this special time.