Amanda Harden
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Birth & Postpartum Doula
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Amanda Harden
Birth & Postpartum Doula
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Fort Worth, Texas
Amanda Harden
Birth & Postpartum Doula
Fort Worth, Texas
About me
Hi there! I’m Amanda, the body & soul behind Solstice Birthwork. I became a certified full-spectrum doula through the TrustHer initiative to improve maternal health in Tarrant County. I offer support for fertility, pregnancy, postpartum and lactation in Fort Worth and the surrounding metroplex. My own experiences with pregnancy, labor, postpartum & lactation fueled me to develop a space where all families could be heard, honored & allowed to heal. I have a passion for advocacy & informed consent, I recognize the need for modern medicine but love a good holistic option first, and probably know every word to TSwift’s discography.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (2017)
Certification and training
Full-Spectrum Doula Certification, Paradigm Doulas (2024)
Specialties
Abortion Doula Care
Birth and Lactation
Birth Doula
Birth Support
Birth Trauma
Breastfeeding Assistance and Support
Breastfeeding Consultation
Breastfeeding Support
Childbirth Education
Evidence-Based Care
Herbal Postpartum Care
Labor Doula
Lactation Consultation
Lactation Home Visits
Latch Issues
Loss and Bereavement Doula
Low Milk Supply/Over Supply
Natural Birth
Natural Childbirth
Newborn Prep
Nipple and Breast Pain
Parenting Support
Postpartum Adjustment
Postpartum Care
Postpartum Doula Care
Preconception
Prenatal Lactation Education
Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc)
Sibling Preparation
Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum
Support in Pregnancy Loss
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
Water birth
Languages
English
Service introduction
I offer full-spectrum doula support through preconception to lactation! Preconception / Fertility support: As a fertility doula I can help you understand your cycle, ovulation window, & how to optimize your fertility Prenatal, Perinatal & Labor support: fully customizable packages to fit the needs of you & your growing family Postpartum Recovery support: postpartum support designed to "mother the mother" & support the entire family through this transition! Lactation Support: Lactation support as a student ibclc & breastfeeding mom for 36 months, to help you reach your lactation goals
Packages
Pregnancy & Labor
Every person is different - so it stands that every birth is different as well. I offer a customizable package so you can pick & choose the support options that best fit you and your growing family.
Included with every client:
Text and call support
Two Prenatal meetings
Postpartum visit
ON CALL support starting at 36 weeks
In-person birth support throughout labor
Patient Rights & Advocacy
In-person support for the first 2 hours after birth
Continuous virtual postpartum support for the first year
Additional options to round out your birth package:
Prenatal meetings {not doctor/midwife appointment}
Prenatal meetings {doctor/midwife appointment}
Holistic guide for pregnancy ailments
Nutrition & Exercise Help
Labor & birthing class/prep
Birth Vision Planning
Labor playlist
Golden hour lactation support
In-person support for after birth {outside of the included 2 hour window}
$750.00
USD Flat rate
Postpartum Support
My postpartum doula services are designed to "mother the mother," along with offering support to the whole family. I offer tips on newborn care, breastfeeding support, emotional reassurance, and practical assistance to help you and your partner transition into parenthood. Postpartum packages are fully customizable to you and your family, and can include:
Birth story processing
Closing of the bones ceremony
Herbal bath preparation
Feeding resources
Community resources
Meal planning / preparation
Postpartum mental / emotional health
Holistic guide to postpartum healing
Newborn 101
Dishes / sanitization of feeding supplies
Changing station prep
Laundry / light cleaning
Sibling / Pet adjustment
Snack station prep
$200.00
USD Flat rate
Lactation Support
Working as both a student IBCLC and a mother of 2 boys who has been breastfeeding for nearly 3 years, I'm here to help you with every aspect of feeding so you can reach your breastfeeding goals:
Review of community resources
Evaluation for proper latch
Breastfeeding positions
Supply issues {over or under}
Pain with feeding
Clogged ducts / Mastitis
Thrush
Tongue/Lip tie resources for adjustment {if needed}
Introducing a bottle
Return to work plan & policies
Nipple sizing for proper flange fit
Pumping 101
$25.00
USD Per hour
Show all packages
Pregnancy & Labor
Every person is different - so it stands that every birth is different as well. I offer a customizable package so you can pick & choose the support options that best fit you and your growing family.
Included with every client:
Text and call support
Two Prenatal meetings
Postpartum visit
ON CALL support starting at 36 weeks
In-person birth support throughout labor
Patient Rights & Advocacy
In-person support for the first 2 hours after birth
Continuous virtual postpartum support for the first year
Additional options to round out your birth package:
Prenatal meetings {not doctor/midwife appointment}
Prenatal meetings {doctor/midwife appointment}
Holistic guide for pregnancy ailments
Nutrition & Exercise Help
Labor & birthing class/prep
Birth Vision Planning
Labor playlist
Golden hour lactation support
In-person support for after birth {outside of the included 2 hour window}
$750.00
USD Flat rate
Postpartum Support
My postpartum doula services are designed to "mother the mother," along with offering support to the whole family. I offer tips on newborn care, breastfeeding support, emotional reassurance, and practical assistance to help you and your partner transition into parenthood. Postpartum packages are fully customizable to you and your family, and can include:
Birth story processing
Closing of the bones ceremony
Herbal bath preparation
Feeding resources
Community resources
Meal planning / preparation
Postpartum mental / emotional health
Holistic guide to postpartum healing
Newborn 101
Dishes / sanitization of feeding supplies
Changing station prep
Laundry / light cleaning
Sibling / Pet adjustment
Snack station prep
$200.00
USD Flat rate
Lactation Support
Working as both a student IBCLC and a mother of 2 boys who has been breastfeeding for nearly 3 years, I'm here to help you with every aspect of feeding so you can reach your breastfeeding goals:
Review of community resources
Evaluation for proper latch
Breastfeeding positions
Supply issues {over or under}
Pain with feeding
Clogged ducts / Mastitis
Thrush
Tongue/Lip tie resources for adjustment {if needed}
Introducing a bottle
Return to work plan & policies
Nipple sizing for proper flange fit
Pumping 101
$25.00
USD Per hour
"Pre" Prenatal
Understanding fertility & preparing your body for a pregnancy journey is no joke - I'm here to help. This can include:
Cycle tracking/syncing
Ovulation window support/understanding
In depth review of diet and lifestyle for optimal fertility
Review of hormonal testing {must be done by a physician}
Holistic guide for increased fertility & reproductive health
Mindfulness and relaxation techniques to better cope with anxiety/stress
Evidence based knowledge
Educational and emotional support through preconception
Biweekly in-person check-ins
$200.00
USD Flat rate
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Frequently asked questions
How do I know what doula is right for me?
Only you can answer that question for yourself. I have had the pleasure of meeting, working with & befriending many birthworkers in the area, and they all hold a special place in my heart. I recommend asking your OB/midwife, researching options in your area, & setting up consultations with anyone you think you vibe with. Birth journeys are life-changing, sacred, special -- it’s important to find someone who shares your mindset.
Why did you choose the name “Solstice Birthwork?”
The summer solstice is considered a the start of a new chapter in both life and nature. It is the moment of the year where the most light is available to us, and as the Sun represents consciousness - it is the moment where we are most fully present to ourselves. The winter solstice is marks the longest night of the year, and represents the symbolic death and subsequent rebirth of the Sun - a true turning point in who we believe we are.
I believe that pregnancy and postpartum can be related to both solstices, as a sacred journey of birth and rebirth into new consciousness. I personally struggled with my transition into parenthood, and spent more time trying to “bounce back” into the version of myself that existed before babies, stretch marks and leaky breasts - instead of embracing my rebirth as a mother. I want to offer a safe space for parents to acknowledge and celebrate this transition.
What if I want a fully medicated hospital birth?
I LOVE that for you, and I cannot wait to support you in that journey. Doulas are for every birth, every mother / birthing person - and what was right for your mother, your neighbor, your best friend, or even myself probably won’t be exactly what is right for you in this journey. I am here to ensure you are fully educated in all the options available to you, and help you make the choice that is best for you & your family.
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