Find a Pregnancy & Postpartum Provider Near Me in Raleigh, NC

The Local Doula, founded by Lauren Watkins, is a holistic doula service providing emotional, physical, and educational support to birthing mothers and their families. Based Durham, NC and DONA trained, the business aims to offer personalized birth and postpartum care, building trust and confidence during one of life’s most vulnerable transitions. The Local Doula’s mission is to provide Christ centered, compassionate, informed, and inclusive support to clients of all backgrounds, with an emphasis on evidence-based practices and community connection. Our vision is to become the go-to doula service in our region, known for reliability, warmth, and exceptional care. Our Core Values are to Support expectant mothers and encouraging village culture. Pursuing maternal wellness and sacredly holding space.

Hello! My name is Bridgette, and I would love to be your doula! I began my journey as a birth doula with my training under the LEADoula program including class hours and practical hands-on birth support and am certified through DONA International. I have supported many families including first time parents to fourth time parents. I have assisted families with support during scheduled inductions, TOLAC/VBAC, planned and unplanned C-sections. I have assisted families with unmedicated and medicated births. I am also a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist. I can assist you in your lactation journey as well. My passion comes from my love of advocacy. There is no greater joy than watching a family grow! Allow me to support you in your journey!

I believe that every parent deserves to feel supported, seen, and empowered during the postpartum period. My approach as a postpartum doula is grounded in the belief that it truly takes a village to nurture both baby and parents. I am passionate about creating a calm, judgment-free space where families can rest, recover, and grow with confidence. Whether it’s offering hands-on newborn care, guidance with feeding, or simply being a steady presence during a time of transition, I’m here to walk alongside you—supporting your unique journey with warmth, compassion, and respect.

Hi! I’m Trisha, a postpartum doula with a big heart for babies and the people who bring them into this world. I’ve spent over 15 years caring for little ones and supporting new families, and I truly believe that no one should have to walk this journey alone. Those early days (and nights!) with a newborn can be beautiful, overwhelming, and everything in between. I’m here to be a calm and steady presence, someone who shows up with open arms, a listening ear, and a helping hand. Through Melodies in Bloom Doula Services, I offer both daytime and overnight support. Whether you need extra rest, help with newborn care, or just someone to talk to during a 3 a.m. feeding, I’ve got you. My goal is to support you in a way that feels natural and empowering, like having a good friend who happens to know a lot about babies! You’ve got this… and I’ve got you.

Hi there! I’m Jess, a birth and postpartum doula in Raleigh NC and the surrounding areas! I own Oak + Valley Doula Co, and I also work at Wakemed as an education and infant specialist. I’ve been a birthworker for 20 years and truly love connnecting with families and supporting them through pregnancy, birth, and in postpartum. I have two kids, and my outside of work I love travel and volunteering in a local shelter!

As a Postpartum Doula I will first and foremost nurture the mother, so they can better nurture the baby. In addition I will help with breastfeeding and perform other tasks such as cooking, cleaning, giving baby care tips, demonstrating baby baths, swaddling, advice on sleeping issues/sleep training and much more. I will help you navigate all the fun new changes that come along with a new baby.

Stemming from the Hebrew greeting “Shalom”, which translates to “Peace”, this term is my offering to mothers everywhere. As your doula, I am dedicated to providing unwavering support to mothers throughout their birthing and postpartum journey. My mission is to empower mothers by acknowledging and nurturing their innate God-given capabilities, ensuring that each mother experiences peace and care during this transformative time.

I am a very patient individual. I truly enjoy helping children in my life. I believe I was meant in life to help families and children when i was a child all i did was play being a Mother. Working and providing a safe hand on experience to any child is so worth it

I am a natural support person at heart—someone who truly finds purpose in being there for others. I love helping people in meaningful ways, especially during some of the most transformative times in their lives. Offering guidance, reassurance, and a calming presence comes naturally to me, and I’m deeply fulfilled when I can help someone feel safe, seen, and supported. My passion lies in supporting families through the incredible journey of pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum period. I believe every family deserves compassionate care and unwavering support as they navigate these life-changing moments. Whether it's providing information, emotional comfort, or simply being a steady presence, I am honored to walk alongside individuals and families as they welcome new life and step into parenthood. I am excited to serve Johnston County and surrounding cities with education and support during one of the biggest experiences of your life.

Hi, I’m Sai, a postpartum doula, infant care specialist, and mom of four. My journey into this work started from my own lived experience with postpartum depression and anxiety, which opened my eyes to how much support new parents truly need, and how little they often receive. For over five years, I’ve supported families through the postpartum period with compassionate, nonjudgmental, and evidence-based care. Before becoming a doula, I spent more than 15 years working with children as a special education teacher assistant and childcare supervisor, which gave me a deep foundation in infant development and family-centered support. I’m especially passionate about maternal mental health, birth equity, and ensuring that every parent! Regardless of background, has access to respectful, nurturing postpartum care. Being part of BornBir feels like a natural extension of my mission, and I’m grateful to grow within a community that centers families, advocacy, and healing.

Ameenah Ikram, Psy.D., is a compassionate clinical psychologist who specializes in supporting expectant and new parents during the powerful journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum recovery. Dr. Ikram also has specialization in supporting parents navigating fertility issues. She creates a warm, safe space for clients, helping them explore their emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and needs during this transformative time. Ameenah excels in assisting individuals dealing with perinatal and postnatal mood challenges. She offers a nonjudgmental environment, helping clients work through past experiences and reframe traumatic events, ultimately aiding them in reconnecting with the joy of the present. A key strength of Ameenah's practice is her cultural competence, allowing her to understand and respect clients from diverse backgrounds. She is committed to principles of empathy, trust, and understanding, creating a space where clients feel heard and valued. In addition to her work with perinatal mental health, Ameenah brings a wealth of experience in evidence-based therapies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Her dedication to continued learning ensures she provides the best care possible. Overall, Ameenah Ikram is a dedicated clinical psychologist who empowers clients during life-changing moments. Her commitment to providing culturally sensitive and evidence-based care makes her a trusted guide for expectant and new parents.

As a dedicated Newborn Care Specialist with over 30 years of hands-on experience, I bring deep knowledge, compassion, and calm expertise to families during the earliest and most tender stage of life. My career began as a nanny in 1994, but I quickly found my calling in newborn care, supporting families through the fourth trimester with an emphasis on sleep shaping, feeding guidance, and emotional reassurance. I’ve worked extensively with singletons, twins, and high-order multiples, including newborn quadruplets, and pride myself on creating customized, evidence-based support that adapts to each family’s needs and values. My goal is always to ease the transition into parenthood with a steady hand, a warm heart, and deep respect for each family’s rhythm. I’m passionate about continuing education and remain current on best practices in infant care, sleep science, lactation support, and postpartum recovery. Families who work with me describe feeling truly seen and supported, often telling me I bring both professionalism and magic into their home. Whether I’m offering overnight newborn care, helping establish healthy sleep habits, or empowering new parents with gentle education and reassurance, I show up with empathy, precision, and a deep commitment to nurturing the beginning of a new life story.

About Mommy’s Way Doula Services At Mommy’s Way Doula Services, we believe that every family deserves compassionate, knowledgeable, and personalized care during one of life’s most transformative experiences—welcoming a new baby. Based in North Carolina, our agency proudly serves families across the Triangle and beyond with a dedicated team of trained and experienced birth and postpartum doulas. Founded on the belief that no one should navigate pregnancy, birth, or the early days of parenthood alone, Mommy’s Way offers unwavering emotional, physical, and informational support every step of the way. Whether you're preparing for your first baby or expanding your family, we meet you where you are—with empathy, expertise, and a heart for service. Our birth doulas support clients through prenatal visits, labor and delivery, and postpartum recovery, while our postpartum doulas provide nurturing overnight and daytime care, newborn guidance, and gentle support for the entire household. We pride ourselves on being inclusive, flexible, and family-centered, and we tailor our services to each client’s unique needs and preferences. At Mommy’s Way, we’re more than a doula agency—we’re part of your village.

Briana Smith is an Certified Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and Placenta Encapsulation Specialist. Her advanced training and certifications include When Survivors Give Birth, Rebozo Use in Labor, Postpartum Belly Binding Professional, Systemic Racism & Implicit Bias in Perinatal Health, and Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness. Briana received her BS in Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where her passion for maternal and reproductive health sparked. She went on to receive her MPH from East Carolina University. She has experience supporting couples, single parents, advanced maternal age, VBAC/VBA2C, sexual trauma and assault survivors, high and low risk births, cesarean births, and families who have experienced or are expecting a loss. Briana has extensive experience working as a doula and an educator in all of our local area hospitals, birth centers, and in home. She is passionate about providing evidence based, unbiased education and helping her clients to make their own informed decisions. Briana's open, direct, and honest communication style paired with her empathic, compassionate personality allows her to be the best advocate and support for families before, during, and after birth. Briana currently lives in Eastern Wake County (though she'll always be a northerner at heart!) She loves the beach, but also loves snuggling up in a blanket with hot chocolate in a log cabin in the winter time (ah, there's her New Englander side!)

I'm Kathleen. I am passionate about all things pregnancy, birth and postpartum. My desire is to be and help create "a village" of support for new moms. Sometimes this is physically helping out families in the home, or it may also be taking your call to answer one of the thousands of questions that you have in the first few weeks. And the moments I want to be there for the most are the ones you think aren't important enough to share or you think it's just you. As your doula, It is my desire that you feel fully empowered and supported in your own personal postpartum journey. Free from judgement or pressure.

I am former maternal child NICU hospital RN and experienced home care newborn baby nurse newborn care specialist who retired from hospital neonatal/nursery/ postpartum/maternal child/newborn/pediatric nursing. Current availability Winter & Spring 2026 for newborn overnights. As the sole proprietor of Blissful Baby, LLC. I bring over 35 years of professional newborn & infant care experience into the homes of working parents. I am fully vaccinated TDap, Covid, Flu, BLS CPR certified, Breastfeeding lactation nurse,, preemies & multiples, breast or bottle feeding issues,, sleep training, infant milestones & developmental play experienced. Baby laundry, bottles, tidying up & organizer, caring, loving, kind & energetic. I am available for "welcome home", newborn overnights/daytime baby nurse,, short term or long term. Glowing references available upon request.

I'm more than just a caregiver; I'm a partner in your child's development. With over 5 years of experience, I'm passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. As a patient, calm, and imaginative individual, I create a nurturing environment where your child can thrive. I believe in open communication with parents and provide written daily reports to keep you informed about your child's day. I follow your lead when enforcing household rules, ensuring consistency for your child. From outdoor sports to educational games, l enjoy activities that promote physical and mental development. Whether it's a toddler or a preteen, l'm comfortable caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. With a college degree in psychology & currently studying Social Work, I have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide your child with the best possible care.

Greetings, I’m passionate about supporting families as a doula. I’m a proud mom to one lovely little girl who inspires me every day. My journey into birth work began with a deep desire to help others feel seen, heard, and empowered during life’s most intimate moments. I graduated from Virginia State University with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, but I found my true calling in the world of birth and postpartum care. Those who know me would describe me as genuine, warm, and incredibly attentive to the needs of others. I believe in holding space with compassion and providing thoughtful, personalized care to each family I serve. Being a doula allows me to combine my nurturing spirit with my commitment to making a positive impact in people’s lives.

Hello everyone, my name is Maria and I’m an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant with over ten years of experience supporting families through every stage of their feeding journey. My approach is rooted in patience, respect, and a no pressure philosophy, because I believe care should feel empowering, never overwhelming. I’ve worked across virtual, bedside, and outpatient settings, and I’ve had the privilege of teaching RNs and MDs about lactation support in hospital environments. I also lead community outreach efforts, including prenatal breastfeeding classes that center warmth, clarity, and cultural sensitivity. Currently, I’m accepting new clients and proudly partnering with Wildflower and The Lactation Network to expand access to compassionate, evidence-based care. Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, I’m here to support you with calm, judgment-free guidance tailored to your needs.

I have been a Birth Doula since 2014 and a Fertility Educator since 2016. I am passionate about helping women understand their bodies better from preconception through postpartum. I was inspired by my own experiences throughout my 4 pregnancies and have worked with clients from all backgrounds and delivery scenarios including, but not limited to: hospital, birth center, home birth, c-sections, VBACs, medicated, Un-medicated, multiples, high-risk, micro-preemies, and adoption (birth and/or adoptive parent support). As a Doula, my goal is to help my clients experience the birth of their dreams. My training is body-centric and focused on optimizing fetal positioning for a more comfortable pregnancy, smoother delivery, and better postpartum recovery. I am hands on and often provide comforting touch and release work. As a Fertility Educator I support clients who want to better understand their menstrual cycle to either avoid or achieve pregnancy through private, virtual classes.