Bereavement Doulas in Tampa, FL

These doulas list pregnancy and infant loss support as a specialty. Take your time reading their profiles, and message anyone you would like to talk to.

16 Bereavement Doulas near Tampa, FL

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.

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.

Payton Kaar

Lake Wales, Florida

5.0 (2 reviews)

Payton Kaar

5 years of experience

Hi, I’m Payton I’m a full spectrum doula who supports families through fertility, birth, postpartum, abortion, and loss. My heart work is helping women step into their innate power and knowledge so they can birth confidently and autonomously. In postpartum, I find joy in nurturing and nourishing mama so she can focus on healing and rediscovering herself. My goal is to bring back community care, traditional healing practices, and ancient wisdom.

Recent review

We were so fortunate to have Payton with us during our triplet girls’ first year of life. She began as our overnight doula when they were newborns and later transitioned into their full-time nanny while we worked. Caring for three babies at once is no small task, yet Payton handled it with consistency, dependability, and so much love. She has a calm, soft-spoken presence that was incredibly comforting in those early months. Her experience with newborns truly stood out as she seemed to know exactly what each baby needed and provided the highest level of care. Beyond caring for the girls, she also kept our kitchen tidy and made sure supplies were always stocked, which lifted a huge weight off our shoulders as new parents. What stood out most was the joy Payton clearly took in caring for the girls, and how much they adored her in return. The bond she formed with them was so special, and we always felt complete peace of mind knowing they were in her hands. We are deeply grateful for her support during such an important season of our lives and couldn’t recommend her more highly.

- Jacob L.

Bianca Taylor

Davenport, Florida

5.0 (2 reviews)

Bianca Taylor

13 years of experience

Birth Doula Postpartum Doula Postpartum Placenta Newborn Care Lactation Training Safe Sleep Ambassador 10+ years of Child Care/Newborn Experience Child Development Associate Credential Preemie Experience G-Tube Experience Multiples Experience Special Needs Experience CPR/First-Aid Certified Certified Federal/County Background Check Vaccinated Has Transportation Non-Smoker As a mother of 3, I passionate about helping children and families succeed. The passion was stimulated at a young age when several family members had children. I started off as a teenager babysitting and nannying for family members , family friends and neighbors. I saw their struggle and made it my mission to help anyone in need. I am always willing to support, guide, encourage, uplift and inspire during, and after child birth. I have completed my course work to become a certified postpartum and infant care Doula as well has taken a lactation training. I have a long history of education and carry my CDA (child development) as well as I am a certified birth doula . Along with my extensive experiences with Premature infants and G Tube feeding. I also have special needs care experience and multiples experience. With My background as a certified doula and a mother, I am confident that I is the perfect candidate for your needs. My passion for supporting mothers and families during pregnancy, labor, and post-partum has grown over the years. During my training, I acquired a deep understanding of the emotional and physical needs of mothers and worked one-on-one with them to provide the best possible care. My experience with various birthing techniques, comfort measures, and labor positions has enabled me to become an experienced and knowledgeable professional in this field. I am a compassionate and patient individual with a strong ability to connect with mothers on an emotional level. I am also a great listener and problem solver, helping my clients to navigate their pregnancy and childbirth journey. Furthermore, I have a strong understanding of the medical language used during childbirth, which allows me to effectively communicate with healthcare providers and interpret information. I am also well-versed in the use of technology, including online pregnancy and childbirth resources. I am confident that my experience and skillset make me the perfect candidate for this role.

Recent review

My name is Keisha Knight and I would proudly like to recommend Bianca Taylor. It has been a privilege to work with Bianca . She has been hardworking, caring, and reliable since day one. She has been a huge help to me during my journey into motherhood. She has a great understanding of the needs and abilities of my children. The best part was that she understood that even though the girls were twins they were also their own person as well as having their on personalities. Biance was always punctual, reliable, and flexible with her schedule. She was also highly organized, and her attention to detail was impeccable. She kept detailed records of the children's activities, meals, and milestones, which I greatly appreciated. The time Bianca was with my family are treasured memories and I am most grateful for her contribution to our lives.

- Keisha K.

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