Water Birth Doulas in St. Petersburg, FL

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24 Water Birth Doulas near St. Petersburg, FL

Michelle Marple

St. Petersburg, Florida

5.0 (1 review)

Michelle Marple

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If you welcome me into your birth space I hold this responsibility close to my heart. I am deeply passionate about supporting you in trusting your body, knowing your rights, and protecting the sacredness of your birth! I can't wait to meet you!! The women + people I work with are looking for a doula who is… Collaborative, heart-centered, and authentic - While being evidence-based, flexible, and rooted in supporting intuitive, body-led birth I consider myself a birth nerd, and mental health advocate. I also have deep trust in the human body's ability to birth.

Recent review

Michelle was an incredible source of strength during one of the most vulnerable moments of my life. My labor didn’t go the way the birth plan we created and at times I felt overwhelmed and unheard by the doctors. Michelle made sure I never felt invisible. She truly listened to me, advocated for me, and helped me feel seen and understood when I needed it most. Even when things became difficult and unpredictable, she kept me grounded with her calm presence and reassurance. Having my doulas by my side made all the difference; they supported me with so much compassion and care that it felt like having family in the room. I’m so grateful I got to work with them and I would want them by my side for every birth because of the love, strength, and comfort they brought to my experience. Truly, even after my emergency C-section, having doulas was one of the best choices I've made.

- Liv Almonte

Joanna Guzman

Wimauma, Florida

5.0 (5 reviews)

Joanna Guzman

10 years of experience

I'm Joanna, owner of Brave Doula Birth Services Agency and mother to 2 adults and 3 teenagers! I am a Certified Perinatal Doula, VBAC Link Advanced Doula, Evidence Based Birth® Instructor, Body Ready Method® Professional, Certified Placenta Specialist, and a Student Midwife. My trainings include: how to handle postpartum hemorrage, shoulder dystocia, and breech presentation; Spinning Babies , and Body Ready Method. I am also CPR & NRP Certified. I believe that pregnancy and childbirth are natural processes that should be celebrated and supported. My approach to care is holistic and client-centered, and I am committed to helping women and their families have safe, positive, empowering birth experiences with evidence-based care.

Recent review

Amazing Support – A True Blessing! I cannot say enough wonderful things about Joanna Guzman. From the moment we met, I felt completely at ease. She provided not only expert knowledge and guidance but also incredible emotional support throughout my pregnancy, labor journey. During my delivery, Joanna was my rock—calm, reassuring, and always one step ahead, anticipating my needs before I even voiced them. She helped me feel empowered, confident, and safe throughout the entire process. Her warmth, patience, and dedication made all the difference, and I truly don’t know what I would have done without her. If you are looking for a compassionate, skilled, and incredibly supportive doula, I highly recommend Joanna .She is a gift to any family welcoming a new baby!

- jheny g.

Merinda Wicker

Sarasota, Florida

5.0 (2 reviews)

Merinda Wicker

Hi, I’m Merinda! I’m married to my husband of 12 years, and together we’re raising three beautiful kids. I’m an Ohio native, but Florida has been home since 2017, and Sarasota is a place we’ve grown to love deeply. Our home is currently shared with our sheepadoodle, kitten, and four hens who keep life interesting! It’s a little busy, a little chaotic, and exactly the kind of full life I love. My husband and I also have the incredible privilege of serving as pastors of a local church body in Sarasota. We’ve been in full-time ministry for the past nine years, and it is both our passion and our honor to pursue the heart of God and walk alongside others as they seek Jesus. That calling has shaped so much of who I am and how I care for people—especially in the moments when life feels tender, uncertain, or overwhelming. I’m also a life coach, which means I spend a lot of time helping people work through those “stuck” places in their lives. I ask a lot of questions, listen closely, and help people uncover the answers that are often already within them. I love helping people move from feeling overwhelmed or uncertain to feeling clear, confident, and capable. That same heart is what drew me so deeply into birth work. My own experiences with pregnancy and birth have given me a unique perspective. I’ve experienced epidurals, elective inductions without an epidural, IVF, and I also had the incredible privilege of being a gestational carrier for my sister-in-law! Experiencing birth in such different ways has given me a deep compassion for the fact that there is no single “right” way for a birth story to unfold. Every mother, every baby, and every family brings a different story into the room. My approach to doula care is balanced, steady, compassionate, and calm. I’m a huge proponent of informed decision-making, and I believe you deserve to understand your options and feel confident in the choices you make for yourself and your baby. Whether your birth unfolds exactly as you imagined or takes an unexpected turn, I want you to feel supported, respected, and cared for every step of the way. I’m especially passionate about helping both mothers and fathers understand the incredible design of a woman’s body and the power it holds with physiological birth. I want families to walk into birth with knowledge instead of fear, confidence instead of uncertainty, and a deep trust in the process while remaining open to whatever their individual journey may bring. And honestly, one of the biggest reasons I care so deeply about supporting mothers is because other women have done the same for me. There have been women who stepped into my life and held me through some of my most vulnerable moments. I know firsthand the difference that kind of support can make. The power of being seen, encouraged, listened to, and simply not having to carry something alone has driven me to do the same for other women. So if you’re here wondering whether you’re “the kind of mom” who needs a doula, wondering if your questions are too many, or wondering if something is TMI—I want you to know you’re in the right place. There is no TMI here. There are never too many questions. You don’t have to have it all figured out on your own! I’m here for you—to listen, to educate, to encourage, and to support you in the same way other women have carried me. Whatever your birth journey looks like, we’re in it together.

Recent review

I couldn’t have achieved my unmedicated birth without Merinda! She was completely supportive of my goals and made me confident going into labor as a first time mother. My husband was especially appreciative of her tag teaming for hip squeezes and back pressure during labor! Merinda was incredibly supportive through pregnancy and birth. We stayed connected the whole time and I always knew I could reach out to her with any questions. Her wisdom as a doula and as a mother are invaluable.

- Molly L.

Candice Enriquez

Tampa, Florida

5.0 (1 review)

Candice Enriquez

16 years of experience

Candice Enriquez is a certified clinical and transpersonal hypnotherapist, certified birth doula, and pranic healing practitioner. She has helped over 230 families prepare for and have mother directed birth experiences. Through her practice of over a decade, she has felt honored to help those she works with come more fully into their own embodied state of personal empowerment. During World Doula Week, 2015 Candice was recognized for her admirable work by the Tampa Bay Birth Network. She has spent countless hours helping women in childbirth and finds honor is holding space for miracles. With 500 hours of training in hypnosis, Candice brings a high level of expertise in her field that you can trust and feel safe with. She enjoys nature, kids, and pugs!

Recent review

My wife and I were so grateful we came across Candice, she was absolutely amazing! I was away on work when my wife went into labor at our home, Candice immediately came over to our house to be with and help get my wife get into the right headspace. Unfortunately, our midwife was out of town, and by the time the backup midwife arrived, my wife had already delivered our beautiful girl! Candice was right there, every step of the way! Without a doubt, Candice helped make our girls entry into this world such a calm, peaceful and loving experience. I can't say enough good things about our experience. What an amazing person and soul, we highly recommend Candice.

- Richard W.

Jessica Simpson

Tampa, Florida

5.0 (1 review)

Jessica Simpson

6 years of experience

As a certified birth and postpartum doula and proud mom of two, I bring both professional expertise and personal experience to the families I serve. My journey into birth work began with the transformative births of my own children, which deepened my passion for supporting others through the sacred experience of labor and delivery. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care, and believe in honoring each family's unique needs, choices, and values. Whether it’s your first birth or your fifth, my goal is to help you feel empowered, informed, and deeply supported every step of the way. “Trust your body. Trust your baby. Trust your journey.”

Recent review

Jessica is truly an exceptional birth doula! From the moment we connected, I felt completely supported, seen, and empowered. She brought such a calming, grounded energy to every conversation and made me feel safe and informed every step of the way. During labor, Jessica was an absolute rock. Her presence was so steady and reassuring, she knew exactly when to step in with support and when to hold space quietly. Whether it was physical comfort measures, emotional encouragement, or just being a warm and compassionate presence, she was exactly who I needed. My birth experience was more positive and empowered because of her. She’s incredibly knowledgeable, trauma-informed, and intuitive, and you can tell how deeply she cares about the families she supports. I honestly can’t imagine going through birth without her! If you’re considering working with Jessica, do it. She’s a gift.

- Lauren B.

Alexa Thode

Palm Harbor, Florida

5.0 (1 review)

Alexa Thode

2 years of experience

Hi, I’m Alexa Thode—founder of Ground & Grow Birth Co. and a certified prenatal and labor doula, postpartum and infant care doula, and childbirth educator, serving families across Tampa Bay, Florida. I believe birth is sacred, and no one should have to walk through it alone. With a calm presence, evidence-based knowledge, and intuitive care, I support families through the emotional, physical, and spiritual waves of labor and postpartum. I’m also trained through Tampa General Hospital to assist in the OR and PACU, allowing me to remain a steady support during cesarean births when permitted. My approach is holistic, nurturing, and deeply personal. I offer guidance with comfort measures, birth planning, lactation, newborn care, and postpartum healing—while creating space for families to feel heard, empowered, and supported. Whether you’re planning your first birth or adding another little one to your family, I’m here to help you feel grounded and grow through each step. Let’s connect and explore how I can best support you.

Recent review

For someone as neurotic as me, Alexa helped make my birthing process sooooo much better. Alexa listened with intention and care, validating every single one of my concerns and quirks with warmth and professionalism. She honored my birth plan with immaculate precision (down to every little detail I had mapped out) and still managed to create a nurturing, peaceful, and empowering space that helped me feel safe, supported, and seen. Alexa brought both calm and confidence into the delivery room. Her presence is so grounding and calm! Which is exactly what I needed (and she knew). I can’t recommend her enough. If you’re looking for someone who blends knowledge with soulful, heart-centered support, Alexa is a perfect doula for you.

- Raquelle T.

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