Find a Childbirth Educator Near Me in Portland, ME

Hi! I’m Jillian Hollis! I am a Postpartum and Birth Doula, Lactation Counselor, Mindful Birth Educator, Newborn Care Specialist, Infant Sleep Coach + Miscarriage Doula serving families in Greater Portland. I’m also the Associate Director of Boston Doula Circle and on the Board of Directors for Community Doulas. I believe all parents deserves calm, loving, and supported care from family planning through postpartum. I’m an IVF mom to a spirited 2-year-old, so like you, I’ve been there. I understand the hopes, uncertainty, and joy that come with this journey. Since moving to Maine, I’ve missed the connection of working with families directly, which continues to be my greatest joy. My training is rooted in African American Midwifery, blending mindfulness, empowerment, and compassion to meet families where they are. I support all races, genders, and family structures. Let’s connect for a complimentary consultation to learn how I can support your journey into parenthood.

My name is Laurie Wood and I am passionate about supporting families through the incredible journey of childbirth and beyond. With a gentle touch and a compassionate heart, I’m here to ensure you feel empowered and cared for every step of the way. Before becoming a doula, I spent 30 years as a public school educator, working closely with children and families through meaningful milestones. My own positive birth experiences—including the birth of my first child with the support of a midwife—deepened my belief in the need for compassionate, informed care. I know that birth can feel overwhelming or uncertain, and I believe women have a unique and powerful ability to support all birthing parents through it. As a doula, I bring warmth, calm, and a steady presence to help you feel safe, supported, and confident throughout your pregnancy and birth experience. I have a blended family of six grown children and nine wonderful grandchildren who keep me closely connected to both the joys and challenges of raising children in today’s ever-changing world. Their presence in my life reminds me daily how each parenting journey is unique—and how important it is to feel supported, heard, and encouraged as a parent.

I am a DONA trained birth and postpartum doula serving the greater Portland Maine region and beyond. I believe every birth and birthing parent is unique and deserves the support and encouragement of a doula that encourages their unique experiences. The birth and postpartum period can be full of a wide range of emotions and feelings and I truly honor and hold space during this sacred time. I offer on-call services from 38 weeks of gestation until birth with prenatal preparation appointments provided before this time. Continuous labor support is provided with emotional support, natural pain management techniques, encouragement as well as assistance in navigating communications with medical teams. I also provide postpartum support for families which includes care for both birth parent and infant, support with baby feeding, house hold duties, family support, emotional support and additional resource and references. Postpartum support really helps the new family transition into their new roles and life with compassionate support along the way.

Hi, I'm Suzanne Nicklas! I'm a Registered Nurse, IBCLC, Doula and Health Coach based in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. As a nurse, my passion has been working with new parents and infants. I have worked with hundreds of families in my fifteen years as a lactation consultant and doula. I love educating families prior to the birth of their baby and particularly enjoy the postpartum period. As the mother of four, my own birth experiences led me to this work. My passion for wellness started many years ago when I took the first of many health coach trainings, the first being through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. I began health coaching in 2010 and since then my practice has transformed and grown in many ways. As I have grown as a person, so has my work. Along the way I have picked up skills based on my own personal interests and broadened my education and am able to share those with both my lactation and doula clients as well as my coaching clients. Some of these training include yoga, aromatherapy and reiki. It is my love of combining conventional and alternative philosophies of care that led me to Ayurveda and Yoga. My trainings have enabled me to blend the wisdom of Eastern medicine into our Western way of living to create lifestyle transformations that work in our busy day to day lives. All of my services are offered both virtually and in person. I particularly enjoy teaching Beach Yoga classes here in Coastal Southern Maine, which are offered in Old Orchard Beach from mid June - August. Lastly but most importantly, as a partner and mother of four amazing humans, I bring both personal experience and professional care to the families I serve. I am honored that you have chosen to visit my site and I look forward to working together.

We are a full service doula agency, matching families with birth and postpartum support. We specialize in overnight care and high risk pregnancies. Over 12 years of experience in Maine, we are locally and woman owned; we are a part of your community. Carrot and insurance ready

Hi, I’m Sheree, the heart behind One Spirit Healing. I’m a certified Birth Doula, Placenta Encapsulation Specialist, and Reiki Master, offering grounded, compassionate support through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. My work blends evidence-based care with intuitive presence, creating a calm, supportive space for each family I serve.

Hello everyone, my name is Molly and I am a birth and postpartum doula, lactation counselor and educator and perinatal nutrition professional. I love supporting parents and families in this life changing, yet sacred time. I am a caring and empathetic person and I am passionate about clients getting the birth experience they want and the support that they need.

Hi! I'm Niki! I am a certified birth and postpartum doula! As a postpartum doula, I am trained to help with all things newborn care, including feeding support, sleep, soothing, bathing, etc, as well as supporting parents through the postpartum period and transition to new-parenthood! Additionally, I can take care of light housework, local errands, and provide a wealth of knowledge and resources! I would love to chat more about your family's needs! Or feel free to reach out via my website rainbowrosedoula.com

I’m a full-spectrum doula passionately assisting parents in realizing their dreams of creating a family. Her unwavering commitment is evident through dedicated support, advocacy, and education, guiding families on their remarkable birth journey. When she is not preparing parents or ensuring tired mamas get a well-deserved nap, Ameyna cherishes moments with her husband and two adorable pups. Located in Southern Maine, Ameyna extends her care across Maine, New Hampshire, and North Massachusetts, bringing her expertise and warmth to families in New England. Doula Training International (DTI) Certified Full Spectrum Doula American Red Cross Adult, Child, and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED Certified

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I’ve been certified as a Birth/ Labor and Postpartum/ infant care Doula for over a year now, and absolutely love my job!! I’m passionate about all things birth and baby! So I’d LOVE to be your doula😊

Hi! My name is Paige

I have been a labor/postpartum/newborn nurse for over 10 years. I am a breastfeeding specialist as well. I help run a local postpartum support group. I offer in home support to families who just brought home a baby to help navigate this huge transition!

My name is Jessica Ruscetta (she/her) and I am a birth & postpartum doula, lactation counselor, childbirth educator placenta encapsulator, wife, mother and adventure traveler. I love to work with families during one of the most wonderful, crazy, life-changing times in their lives, when they are expecting a new baby! I also love mentoring new doulas and hearing all about people's journey to birth work.

Hello! I'm Staci, your friendly neighborhood Full-spectrum Doula. I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified FSD and Childbirth Educator, trained at Birthing Advocacy Doula Training (BADT) school. My mission is to empower individuals and families through every stage of their reproductive journey offering emotional, physical and educational support. With a strong commitment to advocacy and personalized care, I strive to create safe and informed spaces where clients feel respected and confident in their choices. Whether providing guidance during pregnancy, birth, postpartum and other reproductive experiences, I am here to ensure every client feels seen, heard, and supported.

Hello! I am a full spectrum doula providing birth, postpartum, and reproductive support to folks in Midcoast and Southern Maine.

My name is Julie Mitchell and I am a Certified Labor and Postpartum/Infant Care Doula, as well as a Certified Lactation Counselor and Integrative Health Coach. I live in Midcoast Maine and support families of all kinds before, during and after the birth of their baby. It is my honor to provide education, emotional and physical support to birthing individuals, their partners and their families in a nonjudgemental and loving way. Regardless of your birth plan, I will provide information, guidance and comfort measures tailored to your individual preferences. I will help you as a family transition through the stages of pregnancy, birth and postpartum by building a strong relationship of trust and security. For many years I was a teacher of young children; I am a mother and grandmother, and my nurturing nature, calm demeanor and life experience offer a unique perspective and ability to easily connect and communicate well with others. I have a passion for cooking and nutrition, and can help you plan, prep and cook meals to nourish you through each stage of pregnancy and postpartum as well!

After teaching classroom music and violin lessons for over 13 years, I decided to become a HypnoBirthing Certified Educator when my 3rd HypnoBirthing baby was born. Shortly after, I decided to become a doula and never turned back! Now I spend my time homeschooling my girls, teaching HypnoBirthing and supporting new families, and I LOVE it!

Serving the NH seacoast: My name is Lynn Brokus and I am a registered nurse since 1977. I have worked in labor and delivery and many aspects of pediatrics over the years. ​ I loved working with new moms and their partners. I was missing it so I went back to school and became trained as a certified labor doula allowing me to get back into the field of labor and delivery. I am very excited to be able to help women and their partners through this most amazing time of their life! ​ I am the doula for you!

My personal journey into motherhood was filled with unexpected twists and turns. I faced a high-risk pregnancy, a traumatic birth, and an emotionally challenging NICU stay. These experiences opened my eyes to the gaps in maternal support, particularly in relation to mental health. Witnessing the impact that inadequate support had on my own well-being, I made it my mission to bridge those gaps and provide the tools necessary to ease the mental load of motherhood. Becoming a doula was a natural progression for me. I felt a deep calling to support other mothers as they navigate the physical, emotional, and mental challenges that come with pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. My goal is to empower mothers to take charge of their own mental well-being, equipping them with the knowledge, resources, and support they need to thrive.