Find a Childbirth Educator Near Me in St. Augustine, FL

I'm Emily and I’m overjoyed to meet you during this transformational time in your lives. Walking with families through pregnancy, preparing them for and supporting them during birth is one of my greatest honors, a calling that allows me to help you feel safe, seen, and confident in the beautiful power of your body. With a background as a trained crisis counselor, EMT, perinatal researcher, and HypnoBirthing instructor, I bring a nonjudgemental, trauma-informed, and deep sense of calm compassion to your birth. During birth, I love to be that grounding energy that brings out your natural strengths, helping you to feel a deep connection with your family, and honoring the innate wisdom of your body. While supporting you, I lead with my hands and heart, with comforting massage, counter-pressure, and guiding you to find your rhythm through movement and breath! My philosophy honors both the science and the sacred, trusting that birth unfolds most beautifully when you feel emotionally supported and free from fear. Whether you’re drawn to HypnoBirthing® classes to prepare your mind and body or seeking the steady support of a birth doula, I would be honored to walk beside you.

Hi, I’m Melissa, a birth doula and HypnoBirthing® educator. I help families approach birth feeling calm, confident, and empowered through supportive care and intentional preparation.

For decadesI have worked with expectant and new parents as a childbirth educator (certified with ICEA), doula (certified with DONA and Hypnobabies), Bringing Baby Home educator and a retired nurse. I consider it an honor to help couples along this journey toward parenthood. I also have a masters degree in counseling and have been a couples therapist for years and recently became board certified as a mental health coach.

My name is Kimberley Homer, and I am a dedicated Licensed Midwife and the proud owner of Crowning Midwifery, Birth Services, and Beyond, serving families throughout Jacksonville, Florida and the surrounding areas. I have been committed to birth work since 2012, walking alongside mothers and families during one of life’s most sacred transitions. Over the years, I have had the honor of supporting more than 300 families as they welcomed their babies into the world across three states and 22 cities. My journey has also included training and mentoring several student midwives and birth assistants, helping to cultivate the next generation of compassionate birth workers. I believe deeply in community collaboration and have partnered with local organizations to promote awareness, education, and meaningful support for the families I serve. Being a midwife is truly a blessing. Serving as a guide for families who entrust me with their care fills my heart with immense gratitude. My practice is rooted in holistic and intentional care, honoring the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. In addition to my clinical work, I am an herbal alchemist with my own apothecary, which allows me to thoughtfully incorporate plant medicine into my offerings. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy exploring my city, traveling in search of warm summer weather ☀️, energizing myself in a high-octane Zumba class 💃🏽, and spending quality time with the people I love ❤️.

Sacral Bloom Wellness was born from a call to action to expand healing energy and compassion into our generation and those following our paths. Pregnant people, women, 2SLGBTQIA+ folks, BIPOC, and people who are neurodivergent and disabled are all embraced, highlighted, and celebrated here. With nearly 15 years of combined experience as a yogi, group educator, and naturalistic healer, MJ (she/they) brings compassion, spiritual wisdom, trauma-informed care, and transformational energy into the spaces they occupy.

I have lived in Florida all my life. My happy place is by the ocean listening to the waves. I am married to my college sweetheart and we have 3 beautiful, wild boys. I became fascinated by the magic and mechanics of birth during my first pregnancy in 2013. I had an emergency c-section followed by medicated and unmedicated vaginal births in 2016 and 2019. For all three, I had the same doula by my side sharing her 30+ years of wisdom. In 2023, I formalized my training and certifications and have been focusing on doula work full-time. Aside from parenting my sons, it is my biggest privilege and joy to serve mothers in this vulnerable time, and I look forward to knowing and serving you during your journey. I strongly believe it is the right of the birthing person to choose whatever path is right for them. Every body, baby and pregnancy is different. If you choose me to be by your side, my promise is to help you and your partner bring that vision to life. Knowing birth can be unpredictable, I will do everything I can to ensure you feel safe, loved, empowered and strong every step of the way. I would love to talk with you about your wishes for your birth. Get in touch with me today to set up a free consultation.

Hi! I'm Katherine Clare, a local birth doula and breastfeeding counselor serving Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding area. Being a doula is an absolute joy for me. It's my passion as a birth doula that your wishes are heard and honored during labor and birth. Whatever your walk or desires are for birth, know that it matters, YOU matter mama, and how your space is honored during birth matters.

Hello everyone, my name is Shira Sharifi and I am a certified Birth and Postpartum Doula. in Jacksonville, Florida. All facets of birth fuel me with so much light. I’m very passionate about sharing evidence based information and resources to families, empowering birth parents by giving them the ability to have positive birth experiences. My practice is inclusive and free from judgement. This means you come as you are; No matter your race, gender, or sexual orientation. In my free time, I love to write poetry, go to the beach, go to the farmers market, dance, and have dinner & Netflix nights with friends.

Kahla was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida. She is a wife and mother of three, one daughter and two sons, ages 13, 7, and 3. Kahla's own experience during the birth of her first child led her to discover her passion for supporting others on their journey through pregnancy, birth and beyond. After a somewhat traumatic first birth experience, Kahla and her husband made the decision to hire a doula for their second child's birth. It was during this experience that Kahla recognized the profound impact a doula can have on the birthing process. Her newfound passion for empowering and supporting expectant mothers and families led her to become a doula herself in 2017. Kahla completed her Doula Training Course through DONA International. In the seven years since, Kahla has been a steadfast presence in the Jacksonville birth community serving families in hospital, home and birth center settings. She understands the profound, life long impact of childbirth experiences. Kahla has supported over 100 families as they brought new life into the world, with many more expectant mothers awaiting her support. Her heartfelt passion knows no bounds. Kahla is honored to be considered for your birth team and looks forward to the opportunity to meet you!

I am a certified international labor Doula that specializes in Postpartum, Epidural (Epi) labor, Lactation support and Birth consulting services. Providing guidance and help to others mommy and their families throughout their motherhood journey!

Hello, I'm Shaye Maxwell! I am a Dona certified Birth Doula working in the st. Johns area. I focus my practice around the needs of the Mamas I serve. Birth the way you desire! Whether that be at home, private center or hospital birth. Working on beneficial nutrition, labor sensation management, and prenatal yoga are just some of the ways we can work together during prenatal visits. During your labor, I will be there to support you and guide the team through your birth plan. At Birth with Balance we also offer Postpartum care, this service is truly molded by mama! Whether you need support for feeding, help around the house, or support on doctors visits a postpartum doula might be just the trick. Whatever your needs may be I can be there for assistance. Postpartum is a time of changing emotions, routines and habits an extra hand and heart could always be of good use. Hope to hear from you soon!

Hello everyone, my name is Franchesca Edwards, and I am a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, Newborn Sleep Consultant, Prenatal Yoga Teacher, Life Coach, and Newborn Photographer with over 15 years of experience. Alongside my husband, Ian, I work at The Affinity Studio, helping families navigate the transformative journey of pregnancy, birth, and the newborn months. We proudly serve families in St. Augustine, Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, St. Johns, and offer travel options to South Florida and beyond. Our approach is holistic and personalized: we support parents in finding calm, managing colic, establishing healthy sleep routines, and preserving timeless memories through newborn photography. At Bornbir, we believe every family deserves gentle guidance, emotional support, and a nurturing environment during these precious early days. In our free time, we enjoy exploring nature, creating meaningful family traditions, and celebrating the little moments that make life so special.

Hello, my name is Macey. I have been married to my husband for 17 years. I have two teenage children that are my pride in joy. I was born in Jacksonville Florida and lived there for 6 years. I then moved to Saint Augustine to help my family take care of my beloved grandfather (Pe-Paw.) I lived in Saint Augustine for 28 years and recently moved to Palm Coast Florida. My journey to becoming a doula started as a child with my obsession with the “A Baby Story” tv show on the TLC channel. Life took a different path when I became a teen mom. Now the path has brought me back and I am overjoyed to be working with pregnant women. A long-term goal for me is to become a Midwife. Some of my hobbies include baking, hiking, gardening, and knitting.

Hello, my name is Karen Leishman and I live in Jacksonville, FL. I am a certified birth doula, postpartum doula, childbirth educator and certified lactation counselor. I’ve also been a registered nurse for 30 years. I love babies, pregnancy and teaching parents evidenced based information. I also love informing them about what to expect and what their choices are. Let me help you achieve the birth experience you desire or help you care for your new little ones.

Hi! I'm Taylor. I'm a birth doula and was traditionally trained. I believe women are amazing and beautiful miracle workers that deserve to be held and cared for during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. I will go above and beyond for women who allow me into their sacred birth space. My care is very individualized based on your needs and I will adjust as needed throughout your journey. I attend home births and free births, though will attend some hospitals births if we are the right fit after chatting. If you're looking for a birth bestie I'm your girl I promise I won't leave you on read for days on end.

My name is Gabrielle and I’m from Central Florida . I started this journey of birth world years ago when I gave birth to my son. As the years passed the birth world just stood out to me little by little. Becoming a Doula was something that I thought about but after witnessing my first birth with a family member that is where it sparked the fire . I attended a Dona training and other trainings that helped me get  certified as a doula and with placenta encapsulation. I have also birth assisted for a few years with local midwives . I continue to grow with every birth that I have been blessed to be a part of . It brings me joy to know i can help the  birth world one person at a time.

Doula serving Putnam county and surrounding counties in Florida.

Peace and love, im a holistic birth Doula dedicated to providing a luxury pregnancy journey experience for you. God gave you the gift of creation and im here to guide you through your journey. You will tap into your highest self and practice trusting your whole body and tuning in to your little ones needs. Pregnancy is a beautiful journey and I look forward to exploring it with you.

Please note, if you message me here I might not see it. Please text me or send an Instagram DM. Thank you. My name is Gaby, I am a nurse, doula and mother, located in Jacksonville, FL. I have Christian/ Catholic values, and I believe every baby is a miracle. I am an advocate to bring holistic, natural and traditional birth methods to mothers from the high risks population to regular. I believe birth and labor are an invitation to live safe, goodness, truth and beauty, and if the mother is not invited to live that, something is wrong! Get a doula like me to educate you& your family and take all your fears away! I am used to water births, home births, OR births, birthing centers, hospital births, really everything! I will help you build the birth plan of your dreams! I am passionate about bringing strength to difficult moments and I love to assist with breastfeeding, and will go above and beyond to make that happen if that’s your desire! I also love photographing the delivery moment. I also offer postpartum services to help families adapt to the newborn phase. I also love chocolate. Hope we can connect!

Doulas of Jacksonville is a doula agency committed to supporting birthing families. Through our highly trained & certified professional Doulas, we ensure that local birthing women & their families are equipped with the individualized, judgement free tools and support they desire. Our personal backgrounds, eclectic certifications & experience level enable us to provide a higher quality of support for clients of all backgrounds, with varying needs. We have resolved to provide unconditional support without bias and we guarantee that when you hire us…. we will be there for you!