Sophia Phillips (they/she) - Birth & Postpartum Doula

About Sophia

I am a certified Birth Doula and Yoga Instructor with years of experience. My practice is trauma-informed and size inclusive from a Health At Every Size perspective. I have a grounded and empathetic presence, with a dash of joyful and playful energy. When receiving care from me, expect to be met with compassion, attuned too, deeply cared for, and fiercely advocated for. In my free time, I enjoy reading, making tea blends, cuddling with my cats, and connecting deeply with nature.

Birth & Postpartum Doula packages and pricing

Birth Doula Package

Birth doula support includes: 3 prenatal visits (approx. 4-6 hours total) where we will connect and discuss the following: creating your birth preferences/intentions + reviewing your childbirth education classes. talking in detail around how I can best support you during your birth. postpartum plans + support. ensuring you have all of the support + resources that you need. Up to 15 hours of in-person birth support. (After 15 hours, a pre-arranged back up doula will arrive and be paid an additional hourly rate). Basic photography of the birth (when possible). If you would like a professional photographer present, please let me know and I’m happy to provide recommendations. Unlimited text + phone support upon hire. 1 hour of immediate postpartum support. 1 postpartum visit to discuss and process the birth together, see how you are doing as a family, and provide any resources or recommendations as needed. ****PRICING DETAIL**** While my rate appears to be $2900 on this site, I DO offer sliding scale options for those who cannot afford my services. If you would like to work with me, but this feels inaccessible, please contact me and we will work together to provide services at a price that is more accessible to you.

$2,900 USD · Flat rate

Perinatal Yoga

I specialize in: yoga for menstrual cycle pain + support prenatal yoga yoga for individuals trying to conceive fat affirming yoga queer affirming yoga yoga for individuals struggling with eating disorders Pricing -30-min consultation FREE -Private 60 minute lesson $100 -Private 75 minute lesson $125 -Customized 6-week program (one 60-min lesson per week) $575 please contact me for sliding scale rates if needed; for corporate rates, or group rates.

$100 USD · Per hour

What to expect

I am a queer affirming, Health At Every Size(HAES) aligned Certified Birth Doula CD(DONA), Full Spectrum Doula, and Perinatal Yoga Instructor. I work primarily as a birth and postpartum doula, and I offer additional private yoga classes when working with me. I also offer private yoga classes for those only seeking yoga.

Reviews for Sophia Phillips (they/she)

5.0 3 reviews

5.0

November 26, 2024

Sophia was an amazing doula during my pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum experience.

— Tanesha J.

5.0

December 11, 2023

Sophia and I didn’t get a chance to meet before my son’s birth. She was the second doula in my team and stepped in about 1/2 way through a rough 48 hour early induction. We were originally on the fence about hiring a doula because I’m a health care provider and wasn’t sure I’d need one. But nothing in my flexible birth plan went the way I’d hoped and I can’t fathom what it would have been like without my doulas. Everyone needs a doula. GET A DOULA! Anyway…I don’t easily bond with people and I immediately felt comfortable with Sophia. She was calm, empathetic, and knew exactly what to do and say to support me and my partner. I’m struggling to find the words to express how much it mattered that she was there with me that day. But it mattered. A lot. And I’m forever bonded to and grateful for Sophia. 10/10 would recommend. She’s the best!

— Rita E.

5.0

November 27, 2023

Sophia was an amazing doula during my pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum experience. As soon as I met Sophia, I felt an instant connection. Before our first meeting was over my husband knew she was hired by the smile that had been on my face since the beginning I was attempting a home birth and she was so helpful in preparing my husband and me. During the labor and birth itself, Sophia helped set the ambiance, made sure I was hydrated, and helped me move around the house and in different positions, made sure I was taken care of, and made sure my husband was taken care of in the process. She is forever engrained in our hearts as she helped bring our son into the world. We are so grateful to her and are so excited for the lucky families that will get to experience the magic that is Sophia.

— Sarah W.

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

Experienced, Registered + Certified Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 230)- Asheville Yoga Center and Yoga Alliance (2016)
Birth Doula Training- Homegrown Families (2020)
Birth Doula Certification- DONA International (2021)
Postpartum Doula Training- Homegrown Families (2022)
Abortion Doula Training- Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings (2023)
Certified Prenatal Yoga Instructor- The Flow of Life Yoga (2021)
Female Health Yoga Teacher Training- Yoga Medicine (2021)
Prenatal Therapeutics- Yoga Medicine (2023)
Herbal Medicine for Women’s Health- Dr. Aviva Romm (in progress) (2023)
Trauma Resolution & Embodiment Certification- Alchemical Alignment (in progress) (2023)
Certified Size Inclusive Doula- Fat and Pregnant (2023)
Gender Affirming Birthwork 101 + 201- Moss Froom (2021)
Certification in Somatic Embodiment and Regulation Strategies- Collectively Rooted (2023)

Education

BA Health & Wellness- University of North Carolina Asheville (2020)
Minor in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies - University of North Carolina Asheville (2020)

Memberships and affiliations

Yoga Alliance
DONA International
Queer Doula's
Size Inclusive Doula's

Languages

English

Credentials

BA CD (DONA) RYT

Specialties

Abortion Doula Care Acupressure During Labor Anxiety Anxiety and Depression Aromatherapy Assertiveness Attachment problems Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Birth Doula Birth Support Birth Trauma Childbirth Education Chronic Pain Evidence-Based Care HAES (Health at Every Size) Approach Healthy Eating Home Birth Hormone Imbalances Labor Doula LGBTQ+ Mindfulness Mood Disorders Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Parts Work/ Inner Communities Pilates Positive Thinking Postnatal Yoga Postpartum Care Prenatal Yoga Self-Actualization Self-Compassion Self-Esteem Self-Integration Somatic Techniques Spirituality Stress Management Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Support in Pregnancy Loss Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Yoga