Amber O’Neill Smith

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Birth & Postpartum Doula
Gladstone, Oregon
35 years of experience
5.0
About me

Hello families, My name is Amber and I am excited to connect with you. I have over 30 years experience as a doula and support all types of families. I specialize in multiples (twins/triplets), first time parents, cesarean deliveries, adoptions, and families with history of birth trauma, infertility and preemies/NICU support. I offer holistic and individual attention full circle (fertility, early pregnancy support, pregnancy support, birth and postpartum). Well known in the birthing community with excellent referrals, most of my clients find me through friends, family, and provider recommendations. My birthing support schedule fills quickly but I am available to connect virtually for pregnancy and postpartum support with a flexible schedule to meet your needs. I am looking forward to connecting and learning more about how I can support you in your journey. Warmly, Amber

Education

PhD (2023)

Certification and training

Full Circle Doula (2002)

Memberships and affiliations

ICTC

Credentials
BA BS CD CD (DONA) ICCE ICD MS MSW PhD PMH-C
Specialties
Acculturation and Immigration Adolescent Care Adoption Advanced Maternal Age Anxiety Anxiety and Depression Aromatherapy Assertiveness Attachment problems Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Baby and Toddler Sleep Coach Babywearing Birth and Lactation Birth Assistant Birth Doula Birth Photographer Birth Support Birth Trauma Brain Based Hypnotherapy Breastfeeding Consultation Breastfeeding Support Breech Birth Building Healthy Communication Caring for International Adoptees Caring for Special Needs Children Childbirth Education Child/family Therapy Childhood Growth and Development Childhood Obesity Child Welfare and Adoption Chronic Pain Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Contraception and Family Planning Couple Counseling Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrics Doula Trainer Early Intervention Speech and Language Early Parenting Educator Endometriosis Evidence-Based Care Evidence-Based Therapy Exclusive Pumping/Bottle Feeding Faith-Based Counseling Family Consultation Family Counseling Family Photography Genetic Testing Grief and Loss Grief Counseling HAES (Health at Every Size) Approach Health Coach Healthy Eating High Risk and Low Intervention Obstetrical Care High-Risk Pregnancy Hypnobirthing Method Infant Care Infertility Insomnia Interpersonal Neurobiology Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Labor Doula Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Massage Maternity and Family Photography Maternity and Newborn Photographer Maternity Photography Menopause Management Mental Health Midwife Support Mindfulness Mood Disorders Motivational Interviewing Multiples Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Newborn Care Newborn Photography Pain Management Panic Parenting Parenting Support Perinatal and Infant Loss Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Perinatal Mood Disorders Positive Thinking Postpartum Adjustment Postpartum Care Postpartum Depression Postpartum Doula Care Postpartum Life Postpartum Photography Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Potty Training Preconception Pregnancy Complications Pregnancy Loss Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapy Premature Infants Prenatal and Postpartum Massage Therapist Psycho-Educational Evaluation Recurrent Miscarriages Regulation Problems Relaxation Techniques Reproductive and Parenting Reproductive Mental Health Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc) Self-Actualization
Languages

English, Spanish, Tagalog

Accepted insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) CareOregon Children's Community Health Plan CHP Group Community Care Plan Global Health Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA) Health Alliance Health Share of Oregon Legacy Health Medicaid Medi-Cal Medicare Tricare United Behavioral Health USA Managed Care Organization
Service introduction

Welcome! I offer virtual doula care during pregnancy (fertility, early pregnancy support, full pregnancy care, custom birth plans, and postpartum support. I have a flexible schedule and offer a full range of holistic care to support you with individual and custom care whether this is your first pregnancy or you are an experienced parent. I am a birth doula in Oregon and Washington with limited availability and am happy to help you connect with another birth doula if I’m not available. I can accommodate most care needs for pregnancy and postpartum care with virtual appointments. Please send me a message with the type of care you would like and if you are wanting to have insurance reimbursement or have Medicaid which most often covers 2 visits during pregnancy, birth and 2 postpartum visits. I am looking forward connecting! Warmly, Amber

Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
3
5.0

From start to finish, Amber’s care and expertise were evident. She made our journey into parenthood a beautiful experience!

- Amanda and Michael S.

5.0

As a new dad to twins, I was hesitant about what to expect from a doula but I was beyond impressed with the support the whole family received. She was there for us every step of the way and I could not imagine going through such an intimate and beautiful but overwhelming birth without her expert guidance. She really was so present for my wife and guided me through supporting the mother of our children through every stage of labor. It's too soon to think about future babies in our family but we'll be reaching out to her when we do! I've already sent her information to my brother who is expecting his little one this summer!

- Thomason M.

5.0

Dr. O'Neill Smith is kind, caring, compassionate, and an excellent communicator with a wealth of knowledge and resources. She has decades of researched backed experience and we plan to request her for our next baby! I've already referred her to all of my family and friends and I look forward to hearing how much they all love her too.

- Lauren T.