Chanel Foote

Upper Marlboro, Maryland

5.0 (1 review)

Chanel Foote

4 years of experience

I am a mother to 2 girls under 2 and a wife. I have experienced a hospital birth and homebirth. I truly believe that the right support makes a huge difference in a woman’s pregnancy and labor experience. I am here to provide emotional, physical and informational support to mothers and their families to help them advocate for the birthing experience that they desire while feeling confident and empowered.

Recent review

Chanel was such a great addition to my birth team! She always provided great information to help me make decisions on what I wanted and what I should expect during labor. She helped me relieve so much fear and I don’t know what I would’ve done without her.

- Jontae W.

Danielle Hogan

Woodbridge, Virginia

Danielle Hogan

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi mom to be’s!! I’m Danielle and I am a State Certified Birth Doula and Community Health Worker in the NOVA (Northern Virginia) area. I have been in the healthcare field since I completed my Bachelor of Science at Marymount University where I studied Health Promotion and minored in Public Health. I was concerned during the pandemic about the alarming rates at which black women and women of color were passing away at a time that is supposed to be joyous. With not having kids of my own yet, I would like to put out the good I’d like to receive when my time comes. Educating moms and their partners with welcoming their children and feeling confident to not feel pressured to do anything other than what’s on the birth plan. Knowledge is power and I would love to support you in feeling even stronger before, during, and after your birth.

Lare Ngofa

Baltimore, Maryland

Lare Ngofa

14 years of experience

I am a mom, daughter, a sister, an aunt, a cat mom, taco chaser, lover of travel, and a proud doula. My family and I live in the DC area, though I will always and forever remain a Georgia girl at heart. My passion has always been in healthcare and championing people to make the best decisions for themselves based on unbiased support and evidenced based information. My goal is that each and every family I support feels confident and empowered walking into and away from their birth experience.

Dominique Rouse

Baltimore, Maryland

Dominique Rouse

7 years of experience

As a childbirth educator and doula, I specialize in providing birth support and empowering families through their journey to a safe birth experience. I educate families on the benefits of trusting the natural birthing process and aim to minimize medical interventions, allowing them to have a positive, empowering birth.

Dale Kaplan

Owings Mills, Maryland

5.0 (4 reviews)

Dale Kaplan

23 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Birth coach labor doula 22 years 583 births. This includes attendance for a C-Section. I attend births in most metropolitan Maryland, some DC hospitals. Travel expenses over 50 miles are additional and not covered by Medicaid. Please complete on my website "Schedule to Meet Dale" also, send a picture of your "insurance card"to my email. Complete these steps your due date will be saved to my calendar. Once I received your information I will call you to introduce myself...and proceed to meet in person. I am a doula provider for all "MEDICAID" managed care providers, in Maryland. As of January 1st 2026, BCBS will also be accepting doula coverage via all employer benefits.... Visit: www.birthcoachcooladoula.com Please review my testimonials. Please provide a working cellphone number.

Recent review

Dale was my instructor through the MaternityWise Doula Program back in 2018. The moment I spoke with her, I knew I’d chosen the right path. She kept in constant contact and made sure I was fully prepared for class. Her teaching went beyond the binder—she shared the real ins and outs of the doula business, the birth experience, and answered every question. She opened up about her own life so we could see how being a doula fits into everyday life. One experience changed my life: Dale walked me through attending my first birth and gave me the confidence to take charge. She was also present for the birth of my last baby in 2019. When she arrived, she immediately made me feel calm and empowered. The doctors and nurses respected her so much—they even waited for her to arrive before breaking my water and asked for her approval. It was such a powerful moment. It was an honor that she cut my baby’s cord. Dale is the best and will always have my family’s love and respect

- Courtney P.

Ranjani Johnson

Lovettsville, Virginia

Ranjani Johnson

3 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello, I’m Ranjani (pronounced "Runjini"), founder of Nurtured Beginnings Doula Care. I am a Certified Birth Doula through DONA International and A Woman Who Serves, a mother of four and grandmother of three, and a woman devoted to serving families with grace and compassion. I believe birth is a sacred, God-designed journey — a powerful expression of His love and creativity. Through Nurtured Beginnings Doula Care, I provide nurturing, faith-centered, and evidence-based support to families throughout Northern Virginia and within about an hour of Lovettsville, VA 20180. I also offer placenta encapsulation services to promote balance and healing in the postpartum season. My heart is to walk beside you with peace, encouragement, and prayerful presence — helping you feel supported, confident, and cared for as you welcome new life into the world. “For with God, all things are possible.” — Matthew 19:26

Rachael Dailey

Linton Hall, Virginia

Rachael Dailey

Hi, I’m Rachael! I am currently training as a birth and bereavement doula. I am a mom of three not-so-little kids (ages 21, 15, and 13). I’m a military spouse of almost 17 years, so I know a little about having to build your own village. After walking alongside three families as a gestational carrier, I found my calling in nurturing others through the many paths of parenthood. I have always been passionate about pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and all things baby, so I knew I wanted to find my place in the birth world. I am training with MaternityWise and StillBirthday, to offer a well-rounded education along with my personal experiences with pregnancy, birth, and parenting. I offer gentle, hands-on support during birth, the postpartum period, and in times of pregnancy or infant loss. Whether you're preparing for a joyful delivery, adjusting to life with a newborn, or grieving a loss, I want to be the one to walk beside you, hold space for your experience and offer the support you deserve.

Hannah Wright

Finksburg, Maryland

5.0 (1 review)

Hannah Wright

3 years of experience

My name is Hannah and I’m a birth and postpartum doula. I have a Bachelors in Elementary Education and taught kindergarten until my son was born in 2020. Although my role adjusted when becoming a mother, a fire was ignited through my birth experience, and I started researching how I could make a difference. After my daughter’s redeeming home birth in 2022, I knew that becoming a doula was a tangible way I could impact mothers and the next generation for the better. By providing emotional support, evidence-based information and physical support, I strive to make the family’s life changing, transitional time a smoother one. I am trained through DONA as a birth doula and Lifespan doulas for postpartum work. Besides classroom experience, I also have nannied for several families over the past few years. It is my goal as your birth or postpartum doula to make you feel seen and heard. In my free time, you can find me spending time with my kiddos outside, serving at our local church, grabbing coffee with friends, going on family walks or experimenting in the kitchen.

Recent review

Hannah was able to provide me with virtual and in person support for the birth of my baby. She quickly responded to any question I had and gave me clear, practical information tailored for me. She shares your emotional journey in a way that makes you feel empowered and validated for any feeling or question you may have. She is sweet, knowledgable, and comprehensive about what she knows. She is prepared with lots of different ideas for pain-reducing techniques during the natural birth of my baby as well as providing alternatives when needed. She displays an assertive, yet respectful bedside manner and advocates to the doctors and nurses with for your best interest. She checked in frequently and even reached out many times after my baby was born to check not only on the baby, but also me as well to see how I was doing physically and emotionally. She took lots of time to help me find out an answer to a pain I was having after birth and resolve it. She is easy to talk to and understanding of what you are going through. I would highly recommend hiring Hannah Wright to be your doula.

- Kara S.

Jenny Schuster

Baltimore, Maryland

5.0 (5 reviews)

Jenny Schuster

5 years of experience

Baltimore based birth and postpartum doula, committed to empowering mamas who’ve faced birth trauma by supporting them towards a healing and empowering birth experience. My focus is to help you find your voice and help guide you towards your dream experience.

Recent review

We had a wonderful experience with Jenny as our night doula. She cared for our newborn daughter over the course of a month and a half. She was communicative, prompt, and immediately put us at ease with her warm and reassuring presence. Not only was she a help to us in caring for our daughter overnight, but she always made sure to check in with me and how I was doing postpartum, and was generally just lovely to chat with and get to know. Her professionalism, trustworthiness, and knowledge were evident from the start, and she handled everything with such care and attention. We felt completely supported, and can't recommend her highly enough!

- Magnus N.

Alisha The Doula BS, CD/PCD(DONA), CHW

Baltimore, Maryland

5.0 (4 reviews)

Alisha The Doula BS, CD/PCD(DONA), CHW

17 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Greetings families, I am Alisha a certified birth and postpartum doula through DONA International in prenatal, birth, and postnatal care. I provide emotional, physical, and informational support to individuals and families throughout their pregnancy, childbirth, and early postpartum journey. I offer a wide range of services, including education, advocacy, comfort, and guidance to help ensure a positive birth experience and smooth transition into parenthood. I am also CPR, First Aid and AED certified. I have over 20 years of experience in the human service field. I have been a servant to my community by providing resources to the most vulnerable populations such as disabled, homeless and abused. Strengthening new and growing families as a doula has been profoundly significant and valuable during the start of my career. I enjoy empowering families, promoting health, and fostering resilience for birth moms.

Recent review

I loved my experience with Alisha. From the start to the ending. Talking to her about the pregnancy use to bring me comfort. She gave me plenty of resources while pregnant and after I gave birth. During birth she was extra supportive. Even tho my birth plan did not go as plan she stuck by myself my whole c section and held my hand. 23 hours in labor she kept me calm bringing games and everything to keep my mind calm. I just overall appreciate her and if I ever had another baby I would want her as my doula again. 5 stars isn’t enough to rate her. She more like a million stars. Thank you so much for the experience and the comfort you bought through out the experience. And I appreciate you.

- Jual D.

Sydney Miller

Baltimore, Maryland

Sydney Miller

7 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hello! My name is Sydney and I am a full spectrum doula in Baltimore City! I attended Temple University, where I studied Anthropology with a concentration in human biology, and continued to live in Philadelphia for about three more years before moving to New York, and then back to my home state. In 2019, I started gaining an interest in birth work through my studies, and decided to volunteer with Baltimore Doula Project as an abortion doula and the Philadelphia Alliance for Labor Support (PALS) as a birth and postpartum doula. In 2022, I became a certified full-spectrum doula through Cornerstone Birthwork, and started taking my own clients independently. While in Philly and New York I attended 40+ births and served 20+ families during the postpartum period. I currently work Independently providing in-person and remote support, as a travel doula, and with Doulas of Baltimore providing birth and postpartum support for families in Baltimore City. I embrace the overall diversity of my work and experiences as something that has made me a very well-rounded doula. One of the most important things to me as a birth worker, is autonomous care. Outside of my studies, I am a very passionate and outspoken advocate for sexual and reproductive health education, accessibility, sexworker rights, and human rights. In my free time I love to sew, thrift, go to social events, swim, and enjoy nature. **I accept Medicaid and Carrot Fertility Benefits**

The Womb Room

Baltimore, Maryland

5.0 (1 review)

The Womb Room

14 years of experience

We are a team of Perinatal Professionals (Doulas, Childbirth Educators, Yoga Instructors, Mental Health Therapists, Lactation Consultants, Sleep Specialists, Placenta Encapsulation Specialists, etc.) supporting families in great transition that is parenthood. Located in Baltimore, MD, we serve families locally, and around the globe - online!

Recent review

I’ve had such a positive experience with The Womb Room! The team is incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and truly cares about your whole journey—whether you're navigating fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, or parenthood in general. It’s such a comforting space where you feel heard and empowered. They really are the village we all need on this journey! Highly recommend to any parent or parent-to-be looking for guidance and community. I couldn't love The Womb Room more 🥰

- Lisa J.

Kimberly Webb

Waldorf, Maryland

5.0 (2 reviews)

Kimberly Webb

7 years of experience

As a doula, I am committed to empowering families whether you are a couple, doing it on your own or a same sex couple. My mission is to give support, kindness, patience, education and confidence in this amazing birthing journey you are experiencing. I pass no judgment but love and positive affirmations. I provide prenatal, labor, birth and postpartum care for you and your baby. Regardless of race, ethnicity or religious background, I am here to help you.

Recent review

She is extremely caring and empathetic. She stays calm while under pressure, she would be a great support for any expecting mother. She has a passion to help mothers and since her pregnancy wasn't easy, she really understands what expecting mothers need.

- Larry W.

Kennedy Brown

Baltimore, Maryland

5.0 (2 reviews)

Kennedy Brown

2 years of experience

Hi, I’m Kennedy! I’m a warm, reliable, and passionate caregiver excited to support you and your growing family. I’m a Registered Nurse with experience in Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and 6 months in the NICU. I hold a B.S. in Human Health Sciences from the University of Kentucky and an MSN from Johns Hopkins University. Whether you need a birth doula, postpartum doula, breastfeeding support, newborn/infant care, light household help, or an extra set of hands overnight, I’m here to make life easier. I love creating a calm, comforting environment—and I enjoy cooking, too! When I’m not caring for families, you can usually find me at the gym, traveling, or spending quality time with friends. I’d love to be part of your village. Hire me for a peaceful, positive, and truly supportive experience!

Recent review

Kennedy service was a 10/10! She made adjusting to being a first time mom great and very informative on postpartum & newborn care!

- Ama A.

Brianna Jones

Waldorf, Maryland

5.0 (1 review)

Brianna Jones

5 years of experience

Hi, I’m Brianna — a birth and postpartum doula completing my certification with DONA International. I’ve had the honor of supporting families through empowering and transformative birth experiences, both in and out of hospitals. I’m also a certified HypnoBirthing educator (Mongan Method) and the founder of The Birth Empowerment Group, where I specialize in serving Black and Brown families with inclusive, evidence-based care. With a background in special education and two natural water births of my own, I bring knowledge, empathy, and calm to every birth space I enter.

Recent review

Brianna is such an awesome, loving not only person but an even amazing doula! The way she cared for me and assisted me during my pregnancy, labor, delivery and postpartum recovery stage was truly unmatched and heaven sent! I would recommend her to anyone because it’s clear, she is truly operating in her calling.

- Kaila P.

Caroline Knisley

Essex, Maryland

5.0 (13 reviews)

Caroline Knisley

6 years of experience

Hi, my name is Caroline and I am a certified labor, birth and postpartum doula, a Body Ready Method Professional and Body Ready Birth Teacher. It is my passion to support families during their journey of meeting their new baby, and to make them feel more secure and taken care of during this sacred time of pregnancy, birth and beyond. My hobbies include gardening, baking (especially sourdough bread), reading and homesteading. I enjoy practicing mindfulness, wearing cozy sweaters, and spending time with my family and friends. Fall is my favorite season, with its color changes and our family's apple and pumpkin picking adventures. I am a mountain girl, who was born and raised in Germany. I offer my services in both German and in English.

Recent review

Caroline was incredible! We absolutely loved getting to know her and working with her during this pregnancy and birth. From her calm supportive presence to coaching me through a largely unmedicated labor (which I never could have done on my own!) to visiting us after birth and bringing incredible food to help get through the early post partum phase, her support made our birth experience so much more joyful . I will be recommending her to all pregnant friends in the future!

- Cleo H.

Crystal Wood

Stafford, Virginia

Crystal Wood

8 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi, I’m Crystal, a certified doula and founder of Do It Doula. I began this journey from a deep calling to support families through birth and beyond with compassion and care that honors their unique paths. I became certified in Virginia and started Do It Doula to offer personalized, judgment-free support—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. I specialize in pregnancy, labor, postpartum, and placenta encapsulation, and I proudly support all birthing people and families in making informed, empowered choices. Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, I’m here to walk beside you every step of the way.

Tia Moses

Bel Air, Maryland

5.0 (17 reviews)

Tia Moses

11 years of experience

Birth Your Way maternity services was founded on the importance of providing physical/mental/emotional support, and the knowledge needed to make informed decisions during pregnancy and the labor & delivery process. My goal is to educate, empower, and support mothers, their partners, and even their families, so you feel safe, heard, and confident. As an experienced certified Birth Doula serving families since 2015, I offer personalized support for any gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, etc. I am also a certified placenta encapsulation specialist offering placenta services for your postpartum needs.

Recent review

Second time client of Tias! I first used Tia's services 2 years ago where I was successful with my first medicated VBAC birth. As soon as I received my positive pregnancy test with my third baby, I KNEW Tia was going to be hired again! Even my husband, who was first against hiring a doula, was quick to ask if I already contacted Tia when I announced to him our 3rd pregnancy :) Tia did it again! She was the support I knew I needed for this 3rd birth and with her encouragement and belief in me, I was able to have an unmedicated 2VBAC! According to my husband, this is our last baby haha so I wanted to take advantage of Tia's placenta print she offers. I am so happy I decided on that because Tia made us the most beautiful placenta print which incorporated all three of our children. If another baby were to magically happen for me in the future, Tia will OF COURSE be hired again, without a question! And anyone I know in need of support for their births in the future, I will without a doubt recommend Tia. Thank you TIA!!!

- Michele Shetterly

Kalista Stephenson

Fredericksburg, Virginia

Kalista Stephenson

3 years of experience

Hi! I’m a birth doula serving the greater Fredericksburg (NOVA) area. I am certified through A Woman Who Serves Doula Training (AWWS) and I am honored to be a part of the community of support for women and their journey into motherhood! I believe that birth is sacred and work to affirm that as I serve you and your growing family.

Siedah Israel

Fredericksburg, Virginia

5.0 (3 reviews)

Siedah Israel

4 years of experience
Accepts insurances

Hi, I’m Siedah Israel, a Certified Labor Doula, Holistic Wellness Practitioner, and Certified Herbalist based in Fredericksburg (Spotsylvania County), VA. I’m a wife of 15 years, homeschooling mother of five, and bonus mom to a 21-year-old. I began my wellness journey by earning a certificate in Massage Therapy from Eastern Virginia Career College in 2018, went on to complete my Doula Certification at Germanna Community College in 2024, and graduated with honors in Herbal Studies from the American College of Healthcare Sciences in 2025. I’m currently in Phase I of my PEP process on the road to becoming a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM). When I’m not supporting families, you’ll find me homeschooling, exploring outdoors with my children, writing poetry, working on my werewolf novel, or handcrafting natural hair and skincare products. It’s a blessing to walk alongside families with compassion, cultural care, and grounded support during such a sacred season of life.

Recent review

I cannot recommend Siedah enough. I was TERRIFIED of delivering my baby. I have a lot of birth trauma, both from a traumatic vaginal delivery as well as a traumatic c section. But I wanted to try for a VBAC and take my power back, but my anxiety was holding me back. Siedah was my ROCK. Both during my pregnancy and during labor/delivery. She is full of knowledge, love, compassion. Never judged, always the best listener, and her check ins seriously brought me so much peace. When induction day came, I was terrified. As my contractions got intense, Siedah kept me focused and reminded me of my power. She never judged me when I lost focus and always brought me back to center and respected and supported my decisions. I truly don't think I would have gotten my VBAC without her. Especially with my 10lbs 2oz chunker! If you need a doula, you can’t top Siedah!

- Grace S.