Rae (sunrae) Thomas - Birth & Postpartum Doula

About Rae (sunrae)

Your Holistic Melanated Doula! 🌟 I love to give empowering support to Mamas through natural birth & home birth! Here to Empower Woman and their families through the Birth Planning, Birthing, and New parenting transition. Birth is such a special & sacred time and a time to have a team that can be strong in advocating your desires as well as aiding in your research of evidence bases options that you desire to explore. Cheers to Bliss & Abundance in Birth! I am here to be a Birth Time Bestie!!!

Availability

Taking new clients

Due Oct 2026 – Apr 2027, Aug 2027

Confirmed 4 weeks ago

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Birth & Postpartum Doula packages and pricing

Postnatal Doula Support ~New Mom Bliss & Abundance 6 Home Visits: Mom & Baby 5-hours Hands-on Support

New Mom Bliss & Abundance Complete Support 6 Home Visits: 5-hours Hands-on Mom & Baby Details: Feel like the Queen Bee you are! Get the complete support you need for easy in the transition to your new body and lifestyle. 6 VIRTUAL or HOME VISITS: 5-hours Mom & Baby: Mom-Body Rebalance Support: Custom Natural Body Harmony & Meal Prep Newborn Care Assistance Self-care Space Support Custom Meal Plan Meal Prep & Cooking Demonstration Lessons (2) Herbal Salt Soak & Sugar Scrub Spirit Bath Set Virtual Grocery Shopping Consultation Grocery Pickup For Local Specialty Stores (Food Cost not included) Abundance Affirmations Virtual Qigong Self-Aligning Energy Work Sessions (Live Ocean Side) 4-Week Anti-Inflammatory Meal Plan 30-Minute Virtual Consultation (Before Appointment) Now Serving Tampa Bay area! Get 1:1 Postpartum Support NOW!

$1,999 USD · Flat rate

Abundance Birth Bestie {Doula Services}

Empowered Birth: Planning, Confidence, & Abundance Transcendent Natural Wellness & Fertility: Holistic Doula Services Get the complete support you need for easy in your birth planning and new lifestyle transition. 8 VIRTUAL or HOME VISITS Feel Truly Empowered with your Birth Bestie The birth of a child is a magical and transformative experience, filled with a mix of emotions and uncertainties. I am dedicated to making your birthing journey as smooth, comfortable, and joyful as possible. With my expert guidance and compassionate care, you can confidently welcome your little one into the world. Experience and Expertise With a background in traditional Chinese medicine and a love for natural remedies, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to your birthing experience. I have supported families of various cultures through their birthing journeys, from unmedicated home births to births in birth centers. My use of acupressure, visualization techniques, and hypnobirthing methods ensures a holistic approach to birth preparation and support. I enjoy empowering moms to know their bodies and feel confident in their abilities to naturally bring their baby into the world on their terms. I am especially passionate about empowering women of color to feel heard and respected throughout their birthing experience. Comprehensive Prenatal Support My commitment to you begins well before your due date. I offer five personalized prenatal visits, providing you with educational resources and evidence-based information to help you make informed decisions. From creating a tailored birth plan to addressing any concerns or fears, I am here to guide you every step of the way. Emotional and Physical Support During Labor Labor can be intense and emotional. I am skilled in providing continuous, compassionate support throughout your entire labor and delivery, whether at home, a birth center, or a hospital. I offer comfort measures such as massage, relaxation techniques, acupressure, and position suggestions tailored to your specific needs. My acupressure techniques not only provide comfort but also assist with breech baby turning support. My presence ensures that you feel calm, empowered, and well-cared for during this transformative journey. Advocacy and Communication Birth plans can change, and unexpected situations may arise. I am a skilled advocate who ensures your wishes are respected and your voice is heard. I work closely with your healthcare provider, fostering open communication and collaboration. My goal is to create a positive and harmonious environment where you feel confident in making informed decisions about your care and your baby's well-being. Comprehensive Postpartum Support My dedication to your well-being continues after your baby is born. I offer four postpartum visits to help you navigate the early weeks of parenthood. From bodyfeeding guidance to emotional support and practical assistance, I am here to ease your transition into this new and exciting chapter of your life. Request a Consultation My in-person services are available in the following areas: St. Pete, Pinellas Park, Gulfport, Seminole, Parrish, Palmetto, Clearwater, and Tampa. I look forward to supporting you on this incredible journey. Visits Include: Healthy Pregnancy Resources Natural Comfort Measures Birth Education Birth Plan Creation Breastfeeding/Bodyfeeding Guidance Newborn Care Assistance Abundance Affirmations Qigong Self-Aligning Energy Work Sessions Breach Baby Turning Techniques for Mom 30-Minute Virtual Consultation (Before Appointment) Let's Create the Best Birth Story Together! Experience Empowerment and Abundance in Birth

$1,700 USD · Flat rate

Birth Bestie: Virtual Doula

Empowered Birth: Planning, Confidence, & Abundance Transcendent Natural Wellness & Fertility: Holistic Doula Services Get the complete support you need for easy in your birth planning and new lifestyle transition. Virtual session = Flexibility Feel Truly Empowered with your Birth Bestie The birth of a child is a magical and transformative experience, filled with a mix of emotions and uncertainties. I am dedicated to making your birthing journey as smooth, comfortable, and joyful as possible. With my expert guidance and compassionate care, you can confidently welcome your little one into the world. Experience and Expertise With a background in traditional Chinese medicine and a love for natural remedies, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to your birthing experience. I have supported families of various cultures through their birthing journeys, from unmedicated home births to births in birth centers. My use of acupressure, visualization techniques, and hypnobirthing methods ensures a holistic approach to birth preparation and support. I enjoy empowering moms to know their bodies and feel confident in their abilities to naturally bring their baby into the world on their terms. I am especially passionate about empowering women of color to feel heard and respected throughout their birthing experience. Comprehensive Prenatal Support My commitment to you begins well before your due date. I offer five personalized prenatal visits, providing you with educational resources and evidence-based information to help you make informed decisions. From creating a tailored birth plan to addressing any concerns or fears, I am here to guide you every step of the way. Emotional and Physical Support During Labor Labor can be intense and emotional. I am skilled in providing continuous, compassionate support throughout your entire labor and delivery, whether at home, a birth center, or a hospital. I offer comfort measures such as massage, relaxation techniques, acupressure, and position suggestions tailored to your specific needs. My acupressure techniques not only provide comfort but also assist with breech baby turning support. My presence ensures that you feel calm, empowered, and well-cared for during this transformative journey. Advocacy and Communication Birth plans can change, and unexpected situations may arise. I am a skilled advocate who ensures your wishes are respected and your voice is heard. I work closely with your healthcare provider, fostering open communication and collaboration. My goal is to create a positive and harmonious environment where you feel confident in making informed decisions about your care and your baby's well-being. Comprehensive Postpartum Support My dedication to your well-being continues after your baby is born. I offer four postpartum visits to help you navigate the early weeks of parenthood. From bodyfeeding guidance to emotional support and practical assistance, I am here to ease your transition into this new and exciting chapter of your life. Request a Consultation Virtual sessions are NOT restricted by location or time zone. I look forward to supporting you on this incredible journey. 8 VIRTUAL BIRTH BESTIE DOULA SESSIONS INCLUDE: Healthy Pregnancy Resources Natural Comfort Measures Birth Education Birth Plan Creation Breastfeeding/Bodyfeeding Guidance Newborn Care Assistance Abundance Affirmations Qigong Self-Aligning Energy Work Sessions Breach Baby Turning Techniques for Mom Let's Create the Best Birth Story Together! NOTE: All sessions are virtual through Zoom (Facetime available during labor). Experience Empowerment and Abundance in Birth

$1,100 USD · Flat rate

What to expect

Empowered Birth: Planning, Confidence, & Abundance with Transcendent Natural Wellness & Fertility. Get holistic doula services for a smooth birthing journey. With expertise in traditional Chinese medicine and natural remedies, I provide comprehensive prenatal support, emotional and physical support during labor, advocacy, and postpartum care. Virtual or home visits available in select areas. Services include birth education, breastfeeding guidance, nutritional support, and Qigong energy work. Let's create the best birth story together!

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner (2018)
Natural Fertility Coach (2012)
BEBO MIA Fertility & Postpartum Training (in progress) (2024)

Education

Certified GROW Doula Birth Doula (2024)

Memberships and affiliations

GROW DOULA

Languages

English

Race / Ethnicity

Black / African American, Indigenous / Native American

Specialties

Acupressure During Labor Acupuncture Anxiety Anxiety and Depression Assertiveness Babywearing Birth and Lactation Birth Doula Birth Support Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Support Breech Birth Childbirth Education Chronic Pain Evidence-Based Care Family Planning Fibroids Health Coach Healthy Eating Herbal Postpartum Care Home Birth Hormone Imbalances Hypnobirthing Method Infant Care Infertility Keeping Fit Labor Doula Life Transitions Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Maternal Fetal Positioning Mood Disorders Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Newborn Care Newborn Prep Nutritional Counseling Positive Thinking Postpartum Adjustment Postpartum Care Postpartum Chef Postpartum Doula Care Postpartum Life Preconception Recurrent Miscarriages Regulation Problems Relaxation Techniques Water birth