Shanaée Walker
Category
Birth & Postpartum Doula
Average star rating
5.0
Experience
5 years
Shanaée Walker
Birth & Postpartum Doula
5 years of experience
5.0
Port Tobacco, Maryland
Shanaée Walker
Birth & Postpartum Doula
Port Tobacco, Maryland
5 years of experience
5.0
About me
Hello. My name is Shanaée Walker, proud owner of Rooted in Birth located in the DMV area. I’m a certified birth and postpartum doula with specialized experience supporting twin pregnancies and families welcoming premature infants. I’m also a certified placenta encapsulation specialist and a trained newborn care specialist, offering comprehensive, evidence-based support during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. As a military spouse and a mom of three, I understand the importance of adaptability, compassion, and strong support systems. My passion is walking alongside families during one of life’s most transformative seasons, providing calm, informed, and nurturing care every step of the way.
Specialties
Birth and Lactation
Birth Doula
Birth Support
Breastfeeding Support
Freebirth
High-Risk Pregnancy
Home Birth
Hospital Birth
Infant Care
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Labor Doula
Multiples
Natural Birth
Natural Childbirth
Newborn Care
Placenta Encapsulation
Postpartum Care
Postpartum Doula Care
Premature Infants
Prenatal Care
Prenatal Lactation Education
Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
Water birth
Languages
English
Service introduction
I offer full-spectrum, family-centered support including birth and postpartum doula services, twin and high-risk birth support, and specialized care for families with premature infants. My services also include placenta encapsulation and newborn care support, all designed to nurture, educate, and empower families during pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum period with compassionate, evidence-based care.
Packages
Birth Doula Services
In-Person Birth Doula Services include:
• 2 prenatal visits, at your location, to get to know each other
• Positions and tools to ease discomfort and help labor progress
• Review of medical interventions, options, risks and benefits
• Help writing a simple birth plan (if interested)
• Unlimited support by phone, text or email upon hire
• On-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, starting at 37 weeks until birth
• Continuous support during your labor into the immediate postpartum
• Assistance with establishing breastfeeding, bottle feeding or both
• 1 postpartum follow-up home visit, for processing labor experience
$1,500.00
USD Flat rate
Postpartum Doula Services
Postpartum Support includes:
• One prenatal visit of 1-2 hours to discuss your potential postpartum needs.
• Availability by text in-between visits for questions about the postpartum period, breastfeeding & baby
• Non-medical physical and emotional support
• Breastfeeding and/or bottle feeding support
• Helping you prioritize your postpartum healing
• A listening ear as you process your birth and ease into parenting
• Assistance with infant care, feeding, soothing and coping skills for new parents
• Assistance with adjusting to new family roles, supervising other children
• Household organization support: light meals, running brief errands, laundry, tidying and dish-washing
• Referrals and resources to support groups, caregivers, etc.
Each visit is 4 hours and can be scheduled in 4 different shifts; 8:00am to 12:00pm, 10:00am to 2:00pm, 12:00pm to 4:00pm, 2:00pm to 6:00pm. These visits must be completed within the first eight weeks home with baby. Your doula maintains flexibility in their schedule to best accommodate the changing needs of your family.
Baby been home longer than 8 weeks?
Consider our newborn care support package to best meet your needs!
$200.00
USD Flat rate
Placenta Encapsulation
Our Placenta Encapsulation Package includes:
• Personalized pickup and delivery
• Professional preparation using the Traditional Chinese Method
• Encapsulation in vegetarian capsules
• A keepsake umbilical cord charm (optional)
• Detailed usage and storage instructions
Our Placenta Encapsulation Process:
• Pickup placenta from birthing place within 48 hours - please be sure to properly store on ice or in a freezer away from food/drinks at 41 degrees F or less
• Placenta is carefully inspected for infections and abnormalities - if placenta cannot be consumed, you will be fully refunded minus $50 for travel and inspection
• Placenta is properly given a vinegar rinse, the umbilical cord is removed, it is steamed, sliced, dehydrated, pulsed to a fine powder, and then capsuled and packaged
The average placenta makes about 100-200 pills depending on size.
$250.00
USD Flat rate
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Birth Doula Services
In-Person Birth Doula Services include:
• 2 prenatal visits, at your location, to get to know each other
• Positions and tools to ease discomfort and help labor progress
• Review of medical interventions, options, risks and benefits
• Help writing a simple birth plan (if interested)
• Unlimited support by phone, text or email upon hire
• On-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, starting at 37 weeks until birth
• Continuous support during your labor into the immediate postpartum
• Assistance with establishing breastfeeding, bottle feeding or both
• 1 postpartum follow-up home visit, for processing labor experience
$1,500.00
USD Flat rate
Postpartum Doula Services
Postpartum Support includes:
• One prenatal visit of 1-2 hours to discuss your potential postpartum needs.
• Availability by text in-between visits for questions about the postpartum period, breastfeeding & baby
• Non-medical physical and emotional support
• Breastfeeding and/or bottle feeding support
• Helping you prioritize your postpartum healing
• A listening ear as you process your birth and ease into parenting
• Assistance with infant care, feeding, soothing and coping skills for new parents
• Assistance with adjusting to new family roles, supervising other children
• Household organization support: light meals, running brief errands, laundry, tidying and dish-washing
• Referrals and resources to support groups, caregivers, etc.
Each visit is 4 hours and can be scheduled in 4 different shifts; 8:00am to 12:00pm, 10:00am to 2:00pm, 12:00pm to 4:00pm, 2:00pm to 6:00pm. These visits must be completed within the first eight weeks home with baby. Your doula maintains flexibility in their schedule to best accommodate the changing needs of your family.
Baby been home longer than 8 weeks?
Consider our newborn care support package to best meet your needs!
$200.00
USD Flat rate
Placenta Encapsulation
Our Placenta Encapsulation Package includes:
• Personalized pickup and delivery
• Professional preparation using the Traditional Chinese Method
• Encapsulation in vegetarian capsules
• A keepsake umbilical cord charm (optional)
• Detailed usage and storage instructions
Our Placenta Encapsulation Process:
• Pickup placenta from birthing place within 48 hours - please be sure to properly store on ice or in a freezer away from food/drinks at 41 degrees F or less
• Placenta is carefully inspected for infections and abnormalities - if placenta cannot be consumed, you will be fully refunded minus $50 for travel and inspection
• Placenta is properly given a vinegar rinse, the umbilical cord is removed, it is steamed, sliced, dehydrated, pulsed to a fine powder, and then capsuled and packaged
The average placenta makes about 100-200 pills depending on size.
$250.00
USD Flat rate
Complete Birthing Experience
The Complete Birthing Experience includes:
• 2 prenatal visits to get to know each other and prepare for birth
• Positions and tools to ease discomfort and help labor progress
• Review of medical interventions, options, risks and benefits
• Help writing a simple birth plan (if interested)
• 1 prenatal postpartum planning session
• 4 eight-hour postpartum visits
• Unlimited support by phone, text or email upon hire
• On-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, starting at 37 weeks until birth
• Continuous support during your labor into the immediate postpartum
• Assistance with establishing breastfeeding, bottle feeding or both
• 1 postpartum follow-up home visit, for processing labor experience
$2,200.00
USD Flat rate
Remote Doula Support
If it isn't possible for a doula to be at your birth or you already have enough support people in the the room, a remote birth doula is just what you need.
The Remote Doula Package package includes:
• Free phone (or in-person) consultation.
• Unlimited support by phone, text or email upon hire.
• Assistance with questions to ask your heath care provider.
• Review of medical interventions, options, risks and benefits.
• Positions and tools to ease discomfort and help labor progress.
• Help writing a birth plan and emailed resources.
• 24/7 availability via phone or text from 36 to 4 weeks postpartum.
• Calls to discuss inevitable questions during fourth trimester.
- Two Prenatal Phone or Video Calls
- Birth Support Video Call
- Two Postpartum Phone or Video Calls
$300.00
USD Flat rate
Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
1
5.0
Our experience with Shanaée was everything we were hoping for and more. She supported us before, during, and after birth. Before birth, she met with us to create our birth plan and to answer our burning questions as our due date neared. She followed our lead at every step And listened authentically, making sure that our birth plan felt like “ours” while also guiding us towards questions and topics we didn’t know to ask! When I was induced 3 weeks early, Shanaée brought a sense of calm and direction to navigating contractions with movement, counter pressure, and distraction (hello birth comb, my best friend) techniques. She worked seamlessly with our medical team, serving as amplification for my voice when needed (always following my lead and my wishes as they changed throughout my unexpected induction process). She even supported the first latch after birth! She came over the day after we returned from the hospital with postpartum support, a listening ear, and an extra set of hands to guide us in starting off on the right foot! I highly recommend Shanaée, she will forever be one of the main reasons I will look back on my birth experience and feel empowered rather than helpless, and brave rather than scared.
- Katy B.
Frequently asked questions
What services do you offer?
I offer birth and postpartum doula support, twin and high-risk birth support, care for families with premature infants, placenta encapsulation services, and newborn care education. All services are tailored to meet your family’s unique needs.
When should I hire a doula?
You can hire a doula at any point during pregnancy, but many families reach out during the second trimester to ensure availability. Postpartum and newborn care support can be booked during pregnancy or after birth, depending on availability.
Do you support hospital, birth center, and home births?
Yes. I support families birthing in hospitals, birth centers, and at home, working alongside your chosen care providers to support your birth preferences.
Do you work with twin or high-risk pregnancies?
Yes. I specialize in twin pregnancies and have experience supporting high-risk births and families with premature infants, providing informed and compassionate care.
What is placenta encapsulation and is it safe?
Placenta encapsulation is the process of preparing the placenta into ingestible capsules after birth. I follow strict safety, handling, and sanitation protocols, and I’m happy to discuss benefits, risks, and whether it’s right for you.
How do we get started?
Simply fill out the inquiry form or schedule a free consultation call. This gives us a chance to connect, discuss your needs, and see if we’re a good fit before moving forward.
👉 Inquiry Form: https://www.rootedinbirthdmv.com/contact
👉 Schedule Consultation: https://rootedinbirth.as.me/consultation
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