Birth & Postpartum Doulas Near Me in Skokie, IL

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Average rating from 333 reviews

154

Doula providers near Skokie

97

Families requested a doula nearby in the last 90 days

27%

Accept insurance

From providers and requests on Bornbir. Updated October 2026.

Doula rates near Skokie

Prices doulas list on Bornbir · October 2026

Packages

Flat rate · typical $400–$1,650

$1,088 median

Hourly rate

Per hour · typical $30–$45

$40/hr median

Based on 537 package prices from 205 doulas listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Skokie, IL.

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154 doulas near Skokie, IL

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Oct 2026Sep 2027

From 24 doulas who confirmed their availability in the last 30 days.

Carly Ann Marshall-Braun

Chicago, Illinois 8 years of experience

5.0 (23 reviews)

Carly Ann Marshall-Braun

Accepts insurance

I am Chicago based childbirth educator, doula, and soon-to-be midwife. I am passionate about supporting undisturbed physiologic birth. I believe in healthy-at-any-size. I've been teaching Evidence Based Birth for two years and I recently finished Midwifery school (to be licensed in 2026). I adore working with queer families, trans folks, and families who have used fertility support. My expertise spans home birth, birth centers, and hospital birth. Most people who take my class are at a birth center or hospital. Many want an empowered low-intervention birth, but most also want information about the benefits of epidurals, and when is the best time to get one. I am passionate about you having the birth YOU want, and having agency over your body and birth, no matter what this journey brings. I provide evidence based information, grounded energy, and listening ear.

Price
Packages from $400
Taking new clients Starting Oct 2026
Recent review

Carly Ann was our doula for the birth of my second child and she was so incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and her presence was deeply grounding for me. Having her guidance in the hospital room was incredible for my husband and me both, and it just felt like we didn't need to worry about anything with Carly Ann there to remind us of anything or prompt us in important moments! She also came by to support after the baby was born and I appreciated feeling like I could just relax and be cared for by her. Super grateful that we got to work with her and I highly recommend her to anyone interested in working with her!! x

- Nic Strack

Molly Mejia

Glenview, Illinois 17 years of experience

5.0 (2 reviews)

Molly Mejia

Hi parents! I am here to support you and your family in whatever way I can to make your experience of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum easier. I am trained as a full-spectrum doula meaning I can confidently support you during pregnancy, at your birth, and in the postpartum period day or night. I have dedicated my life to showing up for mothers so this unique season of life can be filled with magic, support, and re-birth for you. Support on this journey makes a world of difference. Should you run into any issues I am also a licensed therapist and take on clients to help them navigate the sometimes unsettling and roaring seas of unexpected troubles. You are not alone!

Price
Packages from $1,400 · $40/hr
Recent review

Molly went above and beyond my expectations helping my family prepare and welcome our new baby. She created a safe space for me in such a vulnerable, stressful, and uncertain time of my life. Molly is reliable, trustworthy, exceptionally smart, and very in tune with her surroundings. She has a kind and comforting energy around her that requires little, if any, need for adjustment. I felt validated, listened to, and understood. Molly helped me feel capable of myself, loved and cared for, and answered to my needs without having to ask. I would not be in the same place that I am without Molly as our doula. I highly recommend her services and couldn't ask for a better person to guide me and my family.

- Madeline H.

Darnicia Holt

Chicago, Illinois 9 years of experience

5.0 (2 reviews)

Darnicia Holt

Hey! I’m Darnicia, a full-spectrum doula, birth mindset educator, and reproductive justice advocate. TL;DR From organizing protests and fighting for social justice to shutting down systemic abuse, violence, and oppression in the medicalized perinatal care system. My passion? Teaching incredible birthing people — like you — how to trust your intuition❤️‍🔥 and advocate for your autonomy,🗣️ so you feel ✨empowered to be the authority of all your reproductive experiences✨ — fertility to postpartum (or not being pregnant at all). 👀 A little more info… To me, birthwork is inherently linked to social justice and activism. Birthwork is advocacy, and advocacy follows you through every aspect of your life. Therefore, advocacy isn’t something you learn; it’s who you are. I’ve taken what I’ve learned in my years as a social justice organizer and have applied it to birthwork. Sometimes, the fight for my clients to have the reproductive outcomes they desire mirrors the intensity I’ve seen when organizing for human rights. When necessary, I use the same energy it takes to shut down streets and apply it to protect my clients’ experience. What does this mean for you? I have the heart and the skills to fight for your dream birth or whatever support you need. But no worries, I’ll only fight to whatever extent you need or are comfortable with. ☺️ The foundation of the doula role is about the person you are. I am an advocate. Fun facts: I’m a wife and Mom of two. I’m a HUGE Marvel/MCU fan. I L😍VE Thai Iced Tea and mushroom coffee 🍄☕.

Price
Packages from $900 · $20/hr
Recent review

Darnicia helped us with postpartum care for our newborn and we are grateful beyond measure for her support and expertise. She is very kind, calming, and has a high degree of knowledge. She is such a warm person and we felt well cared for alongside our baby. In the matter of a few weeks, we went from frazzled new parents to having a baby who sleeps through the night multiple nights per week. I highly recommend Darnicia for postpartum care for anyone who is looking to establish healthy routines for their baby and wants to feel very supported in the process.

- Katie J.

Niaja Livingston

Wheeling, Illinois 5 years of experience

5.0 (1 review)

Niaja Livingston

My name is Niaja, I am as a dedicated and compassionate doula/night nanny, I am committed to supporting families through one of the most transformative experiences of their lives. With a deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and informational needs during childbirth, I offer personalized care and unwavering support. My goal is to empower parents with the knowledge and confidence they need to make informed decisions, ensuring a positive and memorable birthing experience. Through every stage of pregnancy, labor, and postpartum, I am here to provide comfort, advocacy, and a calming presence, helping to create a nurturing environment for both the parents and the newborn.

Recent review

Me and my wife found Niaja on Bornbir, recommended by a doctor We had the pleasure of having Niaja as our overnight nanny for our twin newborns, and we couldn't be more grateful for her help. One of our twins required an oxygen machine and needed close monitoring, and Niaja handled it with such care and professionalism. She was amazing, reliable, and trustworthy, always ensuring our little one was safe and comfortable.In addition to her exceptional care, she also helped with washing and sterilizing bottles and keeping up with the baby laundry, which was a huge relief for us. Niaja truly went above and beyond, and we highly recommend her to anyone in need of a dedicated and compassionate nanny. Thank you, Niaja, for everything!

- Chad S.

Moniqueca Long

Chicago, Illinois 3 years of experience

5.0 (2 reviews)

Moniqueca Long

Hi, I'm Moniqueca (Mo-Nee-Cuh), founder of This Is Love Work, a postpartum doula practice serving Chicago and surrounding areas. Since 2023, I’ve been supporting new families with childbirth education, labor prep, and recovery after birth, trained through Gifted Hands International as a Full Spectrum doula, with a background in community health and crisis support work. I'm also affiliated with Sokana Collective. Postpartum care should feel like love work. Practical, steady, no judgment. Whether it's helping you rest, figure out your baby's cues, or just having someone in your corner who gets it, I'm here to support you in the most intimate family moments.

Price
Packages from $150 · $40/hr
Recent review

Moniqueca is truly a master of her work. She was our Doula back in 2023 for Baby Rumi is soon gonna be three. Her classes prepared me to know what to expect as well as advocate for myself in the hospital. I remember it so vividly being around 5 cm dilated, doctors rushing in telling me that my daughters heart rate was too high and they might have to do a c-section. I called my Doula Moniqueca and she told me some turn the music on and to twerk my baby out. 3 mins later I felt the catheter pushing out of me and my baby's head coming through the birth canal lol. I told her dad to get the nurses because this baby was coming NOW!!! After 10 mins of pushing my beautiful babygirl was born and she is so smart and kind. I feel that having such a great doula contributed to this. Do yourself a favor and let her assist you with preparing for your bundle of joy.

- Medina Griffin

Doula rates near Skokie

Doulas set their own prices on Bornbir. Birth support is usually sold as a flat package, while postpartum care at home is usually billed by the hour.

Packages

Flat rate
Near Skokie
$1,088 $400–$1,650
Illinois
$1,175 $500–$1,700
United States
$1,100 $450–$1,800

Hourly rate

Per hour
Near Skokie
$40/hr $30–$45
Illinois
$40/hr $30–$45
United States
$45/hr $35–$55

Based on 537 package prices from 205 doulas listed on Bornbir within 150 miles of Skokie, IL. Typical range is the middle 50% of prices. Updated October 2026.

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