Dorcas Fitzgerald

Temple, Texas

Dorcas Fitzgerald

16 years of experience

I am a dedicated and compassionate doula who provides emotional, physical, and informational support to individuals and families throughout pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period. My goal is to create a calm, empowering, and nurturing environment where each birthing person feels heard, respected, and confident in their choices. I offer continuous care and advocacy, helping clients navigate their unique birth journey with comfort and confidence. I strive to make every birth experience positive, supported, and memorable.

Keesha Mase

Temple, Texas

Keesha Mase

3 years of experience

I’m 33 a mother of three. I used a postpartum doula with my third child. Then i decided to go down this path. Ive worked for wic as a oeer breastfeeding counselor and am a certified breastfeeding counselor. Working on enough home studies to become a postpartum doula. As well as complete my clinicals to becomes and ibclc. I love children. I’m also a certified childbirth educator!

Tarynn Anthony

Belton, Texas

Tarynn Anthony

6 years of experience

Love & Light! I’m Tarynn (like Aaron with a T in front), a Birth and Postpartum Doula, Placenta Encapsulator, and Midwifery Student with a deep passion for supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey. With over 7 years of experience as a CNA, including time in labor and delivery, I witnessed firsthand the gaps in support and advocacy for moms and birthing people. That led me to becoming a Birth Doula in 2020 and a Postpartum Doula in 2024. I take a holistic, heart-centered approach, weaving in meditation, movement, sound baths, and herbalism to honor your unique journey. When I’m not supporting clients or studying, I’m singing 90s R&B at karaoke, watching Philly sports, or adding to my fragrance collection. I’d be honored to walk alongside you!

Ana Smith

Salado, Texas

Ana Smith

2 years of experience

Hey there! I’m Ana, a Salado, TX-based doula, mama, and self-proclaimed birth nerd. My journey into birth work actually started before I ever got pregnant when I began learning about natural family planning and realized just how much we, as women, aren’t taught about our own bodies. We’re often told to put that part of ourselves on hold — to not think about fertility, birth, or motherhood until “later.” But in doing that, we lose touch with something so deeply feminine and powerful. My journey to motherhood was life-changing in the best way and it opened my eyes to how little support and information is actually offered to pregnant and postpartum women. I found myself thinking, Why didn’t anyone tell me this? Is this normal? Am I doing this right?? That’s when I knew — I wanted to be that support for other women. The one who says, “Yes, this is normal,” or “Here’s what your options are,” or “You’ve got this. I’m a doula, but I’m also a teacher at heart — I love sharing knowledge that helps women feel confident, calm, and connected to their bodies.

Ashley Todd

Killeen, Texas

Ashley Todd

22 years of experience

Bell County Texas' only multiple certified, award winning placenta business. This is a full service placenta apothecary. Fully customized professional services for placenta processing. I make organic placenta smoothies, placenta encapsulation, placenta tinctures, placenta chocolates, truffles, keepsakes, art, and more. ServSafe, Bloodborne Pathogens certificate, completed 2 different placenta encapsulation training courses and a COVID-19 training. There are also offer many support services I offer to families in need. Message for more information. Serving Bell County and all of Central Texas. Run by a hardworking single mama of 7.

Shaquana Harmon

Killeen, Texas

5.0 (3 reviews)

Shaquana Harmon

2 years of experience

Hey Momma, I’m Shaquana. Welcome, I'm so glad you're here! I truly believe every momma deserves to feel seen, heard, and empowered throughout this incredible journey. As your doula, my hope is to be a reassuring presence, offering the care and encouragement you deserve during this beautiful season of your life. Your vision for your birth matters. I'd love nothing more than to hear about what that looks like and how I can support you in welcoming your bundle of joy!

Recent review

I was considered high-risk and deeply hoped for a natural birth, but things didn’t go as planned and I ended up needing a c-section. Through it all, Shaquana was truly my anchor. From the start, she made me feel seen, heard, and supported. During labor, she offered different comfort measures to help me manage physically and emotionally(which I needed the most) offering everything from breathing techniques to calming touch and positioning that helped me stay grounded. Even when I felt rushed and overlooked by my provider, Shaquana made sure my voice was still in the room. She never pushed, only empowered! Shaquana reminded me that no matter how my baby arrived, I was strong and never alone throughout this process. I truly couldn’t have done it without her, and I’ll always be thankful for her.

- Altavese H.

Nicole Dizdar

Hewitt, Texas

Nicole Dizdar

8 years of experience

Welcome to milo moje (mee-low moh-yay) birth. Milo moje is Croatian for “my dear baby”- a nod to my family’s Croatian roots, and to the precious gift a baby is, transcending all barriers and borders. I am a mother of three beautiful babies, an educator, and your biggest cheerleader and supporter as you embark on the journey of pregnancy, postpartum and motherhood.

Desiree Oliveri

Fort Cavazos, Texas

5.0 (1 review)

Desiree Oliveri

15 years of experience

Hiii ya’ll. My name is Desireè Oliveri, owner of Soul Good Doulas in Fort Cavazos, Texas. I am a Birth && Postpartum Doula. I’m 34, married to an ahhhmazing man, we have 2 kiddos. Our awesome son is 12 and our princess warrior is 2. I am extremely passionate about supporting, educating && caring for mama bears && their cubs throughout such a monumental and vulnerable time. Truly, I wish to be a loving friend to support you and your family through this literal life changing transition. Sadly, so many times mama bears feel alone during pregnancy, labor && postpartum && that absolutely shouldn’t be. I’m hoping to relieve any stresses you may have as well as calm your soul in order for you to be the best mama bear you can possibly be. In an organzied and loving environment I will help you create 💛

Recent review

I wished if there more than five stats to givr. She is angel 👼! She helped me while my husband was deployed and in last minute. She offered all her support. She came to my house while I was having contractions and she noticed I am in pain and stay in my home until my water broke and then she took me to the hospital. She supported me entire my labor. She filled with love and compassion and willing to help as much as she can. I will never forget when I asked her to take me home. She cried I can feel her love ❤️, she is perfect for the job. ❤️💕🙏👼👼👼👼👼👼❤️❤️❤️❤️. I loved her energy ♥️🤶👏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏🙏👼

- Noora H.

Maya Rymer

Killeen, Texas

Maya Rymer

3 years of experience

My name is Maya Rymer . I'm a mother of 2 girls. This journey to be a doula came to me after a wonderful experience at a birth center with my second daughter. I have always loved to help nurture and care for others and I am so thrilled to be in this line of work. I can't wait to comfort , empower and support women and there families.

Micah  Burgess

Waco, Texas

Micah Burgess

25 years of experience

Waco Doula is a team of women supporting expecting mamas in our local area. Micah Burgess, owner & founder, received most of her training through home births as a midwife assistant. This has proven to be one of the most significant points of experience in becoming a certified doula. We believe that every type of birth needs the support of a doula and would love to connect with you.

Hope Balfa

Waco, Texas

5.0 (3 reviews)

Hope Balfa

3 years of experience

Hi, I’m Hope Balfa, MSW, CLC — a certified life coach, birth doula, Master's-level Social Worker, and mother of two based in Waco, Texas. Through my practice, Liminal Light, I support women and birthing people through life’s most sacred transitions — from pregnancy and birth to postpartum and parenting. My approach blends my social work education, trauma-informed care, and holistic coaching to nurture the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. I believe birth is not something we simply get through — it’s something we grow through. My goal is to help you feel grounded, informed, and empowered as you bring life into the world. Whether your birth unfolds at home, in a hospital, or in a birth center, I’m here to help you feel safe, seen, and supported every step of the way.

Recent review

My name is Miriam and I first met Hope in our Intro to Social Work class
in Spring of 2010. Just from what she shared in class and with me, and 
how she lived her life, the things she was passionate about, and the 
people she spoke up for, I sensed that I could trust her. I am now a
 Licensed Clinical Social Worker and confidently affirm that Hope is a 
huge asset to any support team because her heart and soul are all in
 no matter what she does. She believes in people and calls out their
 strengths even when they can’t see it. Hope offered to be part of my birth team with my first daughter and I 
happily said yes! I was in early labor for 3 days and was scheduled to
be induced on a Saturday (January 12, 2018). I came to the hospital
 that day in fear of what induction could mean. Would things just
snowball? Would I need to end up having a C-section?
Contractions/early labor hard started Wednesday and Hope helped
 me get through those hard 3 days before my baby arrived.
Contractions would get worse at night, and became so unbearable 
that I could not sleep. I was going on 3 days of little to no sleep and
Hope would stay up with me, coach me through contractions, coach 
me on what to do - get on the ball, take a warm bath, breathe. During the hardest time for me mentally she was there coaching me
 through it. On the day of delivery my water was supposed to be
broken, but it broke on its own as I was getting on the bed for my OB to
 do it. I labored all day and Pitocin was introduced later in the evening
 when I was not advancing. I was tired and we said yes. At this point I
 had been laboring for 4 days and I wanted her to come. Hope knew
 what to do. She helped create a calm atmosphere in our room. We
 had calming essential oils going, music that meant something to me,
 she was there coaching me through breaths, applying pressure on my
back that was the best relief I could ask for with back labor, rubbed my
 arms through the contractions and at times sensed what I needed 
without me having to ask mid contraction. At one point I started trembling when lying on the bed with a peanut
ball between my legs. Hope stayed close and spoke calmly to me. It
helped me stay calm and focus on contractions even though my body
 was shaking uncontrollably. My baby arrived later on, but Hope stayed
 through all of it. She was the support person I needed in that room.
When our baby came out she even snapped photos which I treasure
 dearly. Hope went above and beyond to make me feel at peace and
 empowered to have my baby on my own terms. Our second daughter Camila was born during the pandemic (August
22, 2020). Hope had volunteered her time to be there again with my
 second baby as the faithful friend she is. Then COVID restrictions came
 and we could have no one in our room. My mind was feeling
overwhelmed. The day I knew she was coming because my
 contractions started feeling painful while nursing my toddler. I was
 getting aggravated just nursing her and knew something was going to
 happen today. We went to the hospital with the intention of staying 
there and having the baby. I was not going to do multiple days of labor
 again. Camila came that day 6 hours after I went to the hospital. During those 6 hours and before, Hope had given us her care package
 with affirmations, her birth ball and all the necessities that helped me
 last time. I birthed with my husband and he was the best support 
person, but it didn’t feel the same this time. I didn’t have my mom. I
didn’t have Hope. Hope added such a calming and supportive
 presence the previous time. She advocated for what I needed and I
 was missing that. She anticipated what I needed and it was a relief to
 not have to think and ask for those things during contractions. This time
 it was different. Hope couldn’t be in the room and I was feeling that. Contractions felt
 harder. I felt tense. I felt like I couldn’t concentrate. I had this mental
block because my other support people I felt I really needed weren’t
 here. I would tense my body and anticipate each contraction with fear.
Previously I was in my zone because I knew all my people had my back. I
 needed all of them and not having them physically there made me feel
 less than peaceful. Towards the end I had my husband Richard call Hope and she talked
 me through contractions and lifted my spirit. She gave me a pep talk
 and I don’t know what she said, but it helped me get in the mindset to
 have this baby. I went from fear to determination after talking to Hope.
Our baby was born less than an hour later, and I give so much credit to
Hope for mentally helping me through a really hard experience. Although my labor was way shorter, it felt more painful and my mindset
 made all the difference. While I was stuck in fear it felt more painful. After
 talking to Hope, I knew what I needed to do and something shifted. I will
forever be grateful for her and the peace she brings to a delivery room
 in person and virtually. My girls are here and we’re all healthy, and
 Hope had lots to do with that. Miriam Hernandez, LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker

- Miriam H.

Shoshannah Klingensmith

Waco, Texas

5.0 (1 review)

Shoshannah Klingensmith

12 years of experience

Hi, I am located in the Waco area. I have two children of my own and a third on the way. For 12 years, I have helped ladies with Postpartum Doula, nursing, and birth doula. I recently took a birth Doula/postpartum Doula/lactation consultant class to be officially certified and further my education in these areas. My passion is to help ladies have the best birth, postpartum, and nursing experiences.

Recent review

Shoshannah is so kind and patient. We had her at our birth, and she was such an outstanding support. She’s always there to know exactly what the need is, is never too pushy, is extremely sensitive, and is there to help precisely as she can. She also was such a great help in educating me about nursing through her own experience and her studying. We highly recommend her!

- Joelle S.

Treasured Art of Birth Doula Agency and Academy

Waco, Texas

Treasured Art of Birth Doula Agency and Academy

7 years of experience

At Treasured Art of Birth Doula Agency and Academy, we are dedicated to providing expecting families with compassionate, high-quality support throughout the journey of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Our mission is to help you navigate this transformative time with confidence and peace of mind. What We Offer: -Comprehensive Birth Support: Our experienced doulas offer continuous emotional and physical support during labor and birth, whether you choose a hospital, birth center, or home birth. -Postpartum Care: We provide essential postpartum support to help you adjust to life with your new baby, including lactation support and partner guidance. -Doula Academy: For those interested in becoming a doula, we offer training and education to nurture and empower aspiring doulas. -Parent and Birth Classes: We offer classes to prepare you and your partner for the birthing experience and parenthood

Rachael Fischer

Waco, Texas

Rachael Fischer

5 years of experience

My name is Rachael Fischer and I have been a certified birth doula since 2022! My husband and I have been married since 2012 and have lived in Waco, TX since 2010. We had our son in 2014 and it was then that I was able to experience the wonderful involvement of having a Doula by my side, supporting and advocating everything I wanted for my birth. After having our son, I soon realized my love and passion for pregnancy, birth, new mothers, and babies. Supporting women during their birth is what I was meant to do! I would be blessed to be with you, by your side in helping to educate, support and nurture you in your birthing journey.

Victoria Morton

Waco, Texas

Victoria Morton

3 years of experience

Hello! Please reach out via my website to book services. I can’t wait to get to know you! :)

Krissa Robert

Waco, Texas

Krissa Robert

2 years of experience

Hello, I’m Krissa. I’m a DONA International–certified birth doula and a trained postpartum doula serving families across Central Texas. I’m passionate about walking alongside parents through pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period, providing informed, compassionate support that centers your goals, values, and unique experience. I work closely with first-time parents to build confidence and preparedness, while also supporting families who didn’t have the support they wished for with previous births. My approach combines prenatal education, hands-on guidance, and personalized postpartum care to ensure you feel informed, empowered, and cared for every step of the way. With a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies, I bring a deeper understanding of family dynamics, parent-infant bonding, and the emotional transitions of early parenthood. Every family I support is different, and my goal is to help you navigate this season with confidence, connection, and reassurance—whether it’s your first baby or you’re looking to have a more supported experience this time around.

Bryant Cassidy

Taylor, Texas

Bryant Cassidy

14 years of experience

Hi there, my name is Bryant Cassidy and I am a Certified Professional Midwife and Texas Licensed Midwife at Your Taylor Midwife in Taylor, Texas. I offer a variety of services including prenatal care, home births, newborn care, elective ultrasounds, pregnancy lab work, genetic screening and baby gender testing. I provide home births for families within a 30-minute radius of Taylor, Texas including Hutto, Round Rock, Pflugerville, North Austin, the east side of Georgetown, Jarrell, Manor, Elgin, Coupland, Thrall, Thorndale, Rockdale, Lexington, Holland, Bartlett, Jonah, and Granger. As a passionate advocate for peaceful birth, I’ve personally experienced the transformative impact of excellent, dignified, and nurturing maternal care during my own pregnancies and births. This is the kind of care I want for every mother and baby. My goal is to ensure that each client and family receives one-on-one, personalized attention so that both mom and baby enjoy the healthiest and happiest pregnancy and childbirth experience possible.

Eryn Davidson

Waco, Texas

Eryn Davidson

7 years of experience

PLEASE CONTACT ME VIA MY WEBSITE IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN DOULA SERVICES OR HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. Eryn Shaffer Davidson (she/her) is a birth doula based in Waco, Texas, certified through Carriage House Birth. She is passionate about replacing fear, doubt and stigma with confidence, autonomy and joy through informed and empowering body literacy. Virtual a la carte consultations also available. Topics can include how to choose your provider or birth location, completing your birth plan, advocacy training and childbirth education. For in person doula services, I am based in Waco and do not travel more than 40 miles outside of downtown.

Valerie Evans

Hutto, Texas

Valerie Evans

3 years of experience

Hello! My name is Valerie, but most people call me Val. I am a licensed Registered Nurse located Northeast of Austin, TX. I initially obtained my license in the state of California, but endorsed it to Texas once I moved. I have always been fascinated with birth and the women’s body. Labor & Delivery was my favorite clinical throughout nursing school, however the pandemic hit right when I was in the middle of school and that affected how I wanted to move forward in my career. It wasn’t until after giving birth myself, along with having a traumatic labor and delivery that I was 100% certain this was the area of work that truly felt most passionate about and is right for me. I am focused on gaining more experience at the bedside during birth and to continue learning from mentors. I am confident with the right circumstances, environment and support that birth can be one of the most beautiful and powerful things you’ll get to experience and I would love nothing more than to be apart of that. During my free time I enjoy playing with my 18 month old, soon I’ll be chasing around 2 boys come January, making sourdough bread, and spending quality time with my husband.

Zulmy Galindo

Round Rock, Texas

5.0 (3 reviews)

Zulmy Galindo

4 years of experience

I was inspired to pursue birth work after becoming a parent and experiencing how powerful and transformative the birthing process is. I also do this work because it brings so much joy and connection. I believe that supporting families during such a vulnerable and sacred passage in their lives, providing access to care, educating and overall empowering birthing people to trust their bodies and intuition is truly fundamental for healthy maternal/ birthing outcomes. I am the proud mama of a magical 3 year old. In my free time, I enjoy the outdoors, hiking and watching the wild dance of our trees. I love eating and getting lost in a good book. I was born in Guatemala and moved to the states when I was 7 years old. Spanish is my first language. I got a Bachelors in Marketing at Missouri State University and moved to Austin shortly thereafter. I have been married for 6 years to a man who makes me laugh. I look forward to working with you and your family!

Recent review

Zulmy is a wonderful, warm, supportive, knowledgeable person who contributed immensely to creating a positive and empowering birthing experience. I hired Zulmy when I was pregnant with my second child. I didn’t have a very positive experience with the birth of my first child where I did not have a doula and had to have several interventions. Zulmy helped me working through some issues I had and helped me prepare for my second birth. She made me feel safe and helped me to believe in myself. With her help I was able to trust my intuition and fully immerse into the birthing experience. She created a calm, comfortable, supportive atmosphere, just the way we had discussed . My music was playing, there were lights, essential oils, words of support, moments of silence… Zulmy made a difference in my life and I can only recommend working with her.

- Sonia B.