Find a Childbirth Educator Near Me in Portage, MI

Hello! Im Ashley! I am a momma of 2 little princesses, an army wife, and I love Jesus! My goal is to serve and empower women through pregnancy and childbirth! During these very important moments in your life, I strive to create the most positive experience for you, your partner, and your baby!

Hi there! My name is Alexis and I’m your friendly, reading obsessed, coffee crazed, birth nerd doula. I trained with DONA International and will be certified with them this summer (2024). My degree is in human biology, so you can be sure that I love evidence based practices and that I find the human body astounding in its ability to birth. In my spare time, I love being with my family, reading, knitting, and baking. Doulas are for every birth, and I can’t wait to connect with you in this beautiful season of life!

Holistic Birth Doula and Childbirth Education serving Hillsdale County, MI and surrounding areas

I am a birth doula, breastfeeding specialist, and childbirth educator who believes women have the right to feel heard and empowered during their birth. I take the time to thoroughly educate women and their partners so that they head to their birth confident and prepared. I take my role as a doula seriously, taking the time to receive training in Spinning Babies, Rebozo Techniques, Grief and Loss, and Trauma-Informed Care. Simultaneously, I seek to feel like a friend to the families I work with, knowing that they are trusting me with one of the most memorable days of their lives! Birth is sacred and you deserve a doula who is experienced, passionate, educated, and caring to walk you through it!

Hi there, I have 9 years of experience as a doula, feel free to check out my website for more information!

As a doula, Jen brings love and light, gentle friendship, personalized guidance, guaranteed sleep results, and sweet relief to the families she serves. Certified Elite through the Pro Doula Organization as a Labor Doula, Postpartum and Infant Care Doula as well as Infant Feeding Specialist, Jen also utilizes her training and certification as an Infant Sleep Consultant to offer multifaceted, research-based advice to all of her clients. It's Jen's greatest desire that families will fondly remember their "fourth trimester" as a time of joy, nurturing, and calm because of the guidance of Lighthouse Doulas.

I'm a Birth Doula specializing in hospital births. My degrees and careers in science and human anatomy and as a yoga practitioner, as well as being the mother of 3, help to inform my work as a doula. My biggest goal is to be a part of your birth team to help you safely and positively navigate your ideal hospital birth with my 6 years of experience and knowledge as a doula.

Meet Jamie Tulisiak – mama, doula, yogi, and big fan of empowering women. As a ProDoula trained Bed Rest and Postpartum & Infant Care Doula, and Certified Elite Birth Doula, Jamie loves walking alongside parents during pregnancy, the miracle of birth, and the amazing early stages of life––watching them gain confidence in their innate role as the perfect caregiver for their little one. In supporting them through their beautiful journey into motherhood, Jamie continues to be awed by the amazing strength of women. As a new mom herself, she is truly learning the power of non-judgmental female relationships during this time. We are stronger together! Aside from her work as a doula, Jamie is a registered yoga teacher, specializing in prenatal and postpartum yoga, and a freelance writer. She loves every single second of Michigan summers, her book club, tent camping, pub trivia, karaoke, and big, hairy pets – particularly the two cats and two dogs that have the humans outnumbered in her household. Jamie lives in Ottawa Hills with her husband and daughter.

I'm a West Michigan mom of four who married her high school sweetheart and runs on chocolate & peanut butter. As a health educator by degree, my desire to support & champion others flourishes every time I hear a birth story. This fascination I have for all things pregnancy, birth & postpartum that led me to become a doula stems from my own experience advocating for my birth wishes and learning to trust my intuition. I hope every birthing person I meet knows this - your birth experience matters, your intuition is mighty and I will always be your supporter.

My name is Kimmi Schonhorst, and I am a full spectrum queer doula based in Grand Rapids, MI. I aim to provide trauma-informed, identity affirming care to clients. I began this work attending births, and now I focus of caring for new parents & new babies. I offer LGBTQ+ affirming Postpartum Doula Services, Childbirth Education, and Lactation Education. I also love creating pottery and stained glass, training and teaching partner acrobatics, and cuddling with my cats.

Hello I’m Petra I have 9 years of Nanny work and have gone through a 16 week Full Spectrum Doula course to include Fertility, Labor, and Postpartum training

Hello, and welcome. My name is Melissa, and I’m the doula and heart behind Held at Tulia — a space rooted in stillness, strength, and deep presence. “Tulia” means to be calm in Swahili, and that spirit of grounded peace shapes the care I offer. As a full-spectrum doula, I walk alongside you through all the sacred and complex chapters of your reproductive journey — from fertility and birth to postpartum, loss, and every moment in between. My approach is intuitive, nonjudgmental, and rooted in honoring your autonomy and wisdom. As a woman, I understand how vital it is to feel truly seen, heard, and held — especially in moments when the world doesn’t always offer that care freely. I am committed to creating a space where your choices are respected, your identity is affirmed, and your experiences are witnessed with compassion. Whether you're preparing for birth, navigating abortion or loss, healing in postpartum, or simply seeking steady hands and an open heart — you belong here. Held at Tulia is not just a service, but a sanctuary.

I am a compassionate and supportive doula dedicated to nurturing families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey. My role is to provide continuous emotional, physical, and informational support, helping birthing people feel empowered, informed, and respected in their choices. I bring a calm presence, active listening, and a deep respect for the natural rhythms of birth, while also adapting to the unique needs and preferences of each family. My approach combines evidence-based knowledge with intuitive care, ensuring that families feel safe, heard, and confident. Whether through comfort measures, advocacy, or simply holding space, I strive to create a grounded, reassuring environment that allows the birthing process to unfold with dignity and strength.

For the past 10 years, I’ve had the honor of supporting growing families through Reverent Life Services. My experience spans home births, birth centers, and hospitals, giving me a broad understanding of the many ways birth can unfold. I believe birth deserves to be approached with reverence, preparation, compassion, and respect for each family’s individual values and choices. As a birthworker and bodyworker, I draw from multiple gentle modalities, including Zero Balancing and clinical acupressure, to help support comfort, relaxation, and connection throughout the childbearing experience. Reverent Life Services is rooted in the belief that birth is more than an event—it is a profound threshold in the life of a family. In addition to doula support, I offer intentional birth services and meaningful ways to honor and preserve the experience, including placenta encapsulation, bodywork, birth art, handcrafted jewelry, and breastmilk soap. Whether you are preparing for your first birth or welcoming another member into your family, my goal is to offer knowledgeable, compassionate support while creating space for you to feel informed, empowered, and deeply cared for throughout the journey.

The dream is to empower YOU to advocate for YOURSELF. No one knows your body like you do. No one knows your baby like you do. I do the work, the research so that you go into birth fully prepared to make the birth you crave, happen! I also so fully believe that everyone, and I mean everyone… deserves this. So if we need to talk about pricing and/or a payment plan to make it happen. Please please bring that up. I’m a doula on the team at Great Lakes Doulas.

My name is Jasmine Davis, but you can call me Jazzie! I am a Doula, Holistic Health Practitioner, and Massage Therapist. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology and a concentration in Addiction Studies. I have a passion for birth work, helping others, working with underserved populations, and making sure people feel seen, heard, and supported. I have been a doula for three years and have supported many birthing parents with different experiences, values, and goals. I specialize in high-risk pregnancies, substance use support, trauma-informed care, natural birth, and holistic approaches to wellness. I take pride in supporting families through their journeys with intentional, compassionate care. As your doula, I strive to make sure your voice is heard, you are informed, and you feel confident and supported in your decisions while being comforted throughout labor and birth. I’m also a boy mom, so I’m learning to love sports! In my free time, I enjoy refurbishing furniture, painting, and tackling DIY projects. I have a soft spot for poetry, books, and science. I love being creative, trying new things, and taking on a good challenge!

Hello! I'm Logan! My journey to becoming a doula was deeply influenced by my own personal experiences with childbirth. I've experienced a range of birth scenarios, including two cesarean sections, and three VBAC births. After my initial two C-sections, I felt a strong desire for a better birth experience. This led me to immerse myself in research about birth and VBAC options. With the knowledge I gained, I felt empowered to pursue a VBAC and was successful in achieving three vaginal births. I am passionate about educating and empowering other women to understand their options and feel supported in making the best choices for their own birth journey. I'm here to support you, as together we research, learn, and prepare for the birth you envision. I'm proud to be a certified doula through the West Michigan Midwifery Institute, and I'm committed to providing compassionate and informed support to every woman I serve.