Find a Birth Doula Near Me in Jacksonville, FL

Hello everyone, my name is Shira Sharifi and I am a certified Birth and Postpartum Doula. in Jacksonville, Florida. I support families at times in Los Angeles, California as well. All facets of birth fuel me with so much light. I’m very passionate about sharing evidence based information and resources to families, empowering birth parents by giving them the ability to have positive birth experiences. My practice is inclusive and free from judgement. This means you come as you are; No matter your race, gender, or sexual orientation. In my free time, I love to write poetry, go to the beach, go to the farmers market, dance, and have dinner & Netflix nights with friends.

Hello! My name is Haley and I am a birth and postpartum doula as well as a raw birth photographer located in St. Augustine, FL and serving areas around me, Jacksonville, Orlando, palm coast and come central Florida cities. Prior to becoming a Doula I was a Nurse of seven years and have a wide background in photography. I enjoy all things family, babies and birth! I cannot wait to meet you!

I am a certified birth and postpartum doula and a childbirth educator. I am currently located in Jacksonville, Florida, I received my certification because I wanted to provide the education, support ( mental & physically ) uplifting and encouragement that’s needed before, during and after birth.

I have lived in Florida all my life. My happy place is by the ocean listening to the waves. I am married to my college sweetheart and we have 3 beautiful, wild boys. I became fascinated by the magic and mechanics of birth during my first pregnancy in 2013. I had an emergency c-section followed by medicated and unmedicated vaginal births in 2016 and 2019. For all three, I had the same doula by my side sharing her 30+ years of wisdom. In 2023, I formalized my training and certifications and have been focusing on doula work full-time. Aside from parenting my sons, it is my biggest privilege and joy to serve mothers in this vulnerable time, and I look forward to knowing and serving you during your journey. I strongly believe it is the right of the birthing person to choose whatever path is right for them. Every body, baby and pregnancy is different. If you choose me to be by your side, my promise is to help you and your partner bring that vision to life. Knowing birth can be unpredictable, I will do everything I can to ensure you feel safe, loved, empowered and strong every step of the way. I would love to talk with you about your wishes for your birth. Get in touch with me today to set up a free consultation.

Kahla was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida. She is a wife and mother of three, one daughter and two sons, ages 13, 7, and 3. Kahla's own experience during the birth of her first child led her to discover her passion for supporting others on their journey through pregnancy, birth and beyond. After a somewhat traumatic first birth experience, Kahla and her husband made the decision to hire a doula for their second child's birth. It was during this experience that Kahla recognized the profound impact a doula can have on the birthing process. Her newfound passion for empowering and supporting expectant mothers and families led her to become a doula herself in 2017. Kahla completed her Doula Training Course through DONA International. In the seven years since, Kahla has been a steadfast presence in the Jacksonville birth community serving families in hospital, home and birth center settings. She understands the profound, life long impact of childbirth experiences. Kahla has supported over 100 families as they brought new life into the world, with many more expectant mothers awaiting her support. Her heartfelt passion knows no bounds. Kahla is honored to be considered for your birth team and looks forward to the opportunity to meet you!

Hi! I'm Katherine Clare, a local birth doula and breastfeeding counselor serving Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding area. Being a doula is an absolute joy for me. It's my passion as a birth doula that your wishes are heard and honored during labor and birth. Whatever your walk or desires are for birth, know that it matters, YOU matter mama, and how your space is honored during birth matters.

Your birth story will stay with you for the rest of your life. As a doula and birth photographer, I help you to make sure your story is peaceful, that you feel supported, and that you can remember every second with images of the joy of your new baby. I am a certified doula, experienced birth photographer, and artistic birth filmmaker, and I would love to be part of your birth story.

A multihyphenate that is skilled at many things but is most passionate about empowering women of all ages. Known for her compassionate nature, passion to elevate minds, Heather’s affectionate down to earth spirit causes her to be a shifter in any atmosphere.  A true servant leader who carries the light of Christ everywhere she goes.  Heather holds many titles within her community educator, doula, ministry leader and nursing student in pursuit to becoming a CNM.  She holds true to her phrase “Birthing Season: It is a spiritual and natural thing” in her daily walk.  Heather has a calling to be the torch carrier in pursuit of healing women holistically; changing lives while addressing the mind, body and spirit. In her free time, she is a lover of fashion and traveling the world. 

Hello there! My name is Rachel Sultzer and I am a Certified Lactation Counselor, Certified Breastfeeding Educator and Certied Postpartum and Infant Care Doula located in Jacksonville, Florida. My passion for child and family care stems from my start as a childcare provider over twenty (20) years ago. Most recently my role as full time nanny quickly reaffirmed my strength in not only caring for infants and small children, but providing comprehensive family support - especially to new and nursing mothers. After serving as a volunteer “Infant Cuddler” for at-risk infants at the UF Shands neonatal intensive care unit, my dedication to helping children was deepened even more. After watching one of my mamas struggle with breastfeeding and experience first hand the the lack of support and education from the community of people surrounding her, I knew I wanted to do more to help; I had to do more. In July 2017 I received my Lactation Counselor Certification from Healthy Children Project Inc., Center for Breastfeeding. Under the guidance and mentor-ship of Kelly Googe, with Womb to World Doula Services, I have been able to work with lots of mamas in the Jacksonville area. As a Certified Lactation Counselor and Certified Breastfeeding Educator my mission is to educate the public on the importance of breastfeeding; to encourage and empower women to make decisions that work for them and to provide guidance and support during a such a delicate but amazing time in a mama’s life. My motto will always be a happy and healthy mama will always equal a happy and healthy family! As a caregiver I have seen so many families struggle during the fourth (4th) trimester, defined as the first twelve (12) weeks after birth, and even beyond. As a Cerified Postpartum and Infant Care Doula and a Certified Lactation Counselor I strive to enable your family to find confidence by providing everyone with non-judgmental unwavering support, evidence based education and most importantly listening ears. My goal is to validate concerns, provide solutions, and offer guidance based on your family’s needs. I want all of my families to feel supported during the fourth (4th) trimester and beyond. Adding a new little one to the mix can be as equally rewarding and challenging. Let me be there to guide and support you through your new normal! My role is not limited to just mamas and their babies; I am also there to aid the entire family with this new and exciting transition.

Hi! I’m a medicaid accepting Full Spectrum Doula, Childbirth Educator, Lactation Counselor and Placenta Specialist. Birth work is entirely my obsession and my passion. I am honored to help all families and birthing people. I offer a wide variety of services at manageable price points! Bereavement services are always at no cost. 💫 I look forward to meeting with you!

Doulas of Jacksonville is a doula agency committed to supporting birthing families. Through our highly trained & certified professional Doulas, we ensure that local birthing women & their families are equipped with the individualized, judgement free tools and support they desire. Our personal backgrounds, eclectic certifications & experience level enable us to provide a higher quality of support for clients of all backgrounds, with varying needs. We have resolved to provide unconditional support without bias and we guarantee that when you hire us…. we will be there for you!

I am mindfully driven, particularly intentional, and very simple. I have a strong affinity for nature, sustainability, and all things birth. I am passionate about standing as a strong pillar for women and families during the beautiful transitions of pregnancy , birth and post partum.

Hey, I’m Caitlin, a Jacksonville native, wife, mom, and doula. I believe birth is a powerful, transformative gift designed by God for women, and the authority over the experience belongs to you. My goal is to empower and support mothers while honoring the sacredness of birth. It’s the greatest honor to serve and hold space for you in such a beautiful time. As your doula, I’ll walk alongside you, offering the care and guidance you desire. Let’s connect and chat about your vision for your birth—I’d love to be part of your story!

For decadesI have worked with expectant and new parents as a childbirth educator (certified with ICEA), doula (certified with DONA and Hypnobabies), Bringing Baby Home educator and a retired nurse. I consider it an honor to help couples along this journey toward parenthood. I also have a masters degree in counseling and have been a couples therapist for years and recently became board certified as a mental health coach.

Hello Mamas, I’m Karri Young. I’m a DONA Trained Doula out of North Florida. I cover the SE Georgia Counties and North Florida counties. I am a Mother of 3 who has a passion and joy for birth and NEW LIFE. I want to help change the way Birth is viewed to first time mothers. My goal for each birth is to help mothers feel encouraged and confident to make birth their own. I want to empower Moms with knowledge and preparation for the most transitional time in their life. I am available for full pregnancy support and last minute doula calls. I have a birth photographer I partner with as well who offers great rates for Labor and Delivery photos as well as Newborn photos. I look forward to support you along your journey to motherhood.

I am a certified international labor Doula that specializes in Postpartum, Epidural (Epi) labor, Lactation support and Birth consulting services. Providing guidance and help to others mommy and their families throughout their motherhood journey!

Hello, I'm Shaye Maxwell! I am a Dona certified Birth Doula working in the st. Johns area. I focus my practice around the needs of the Mamas I serve. Birth the way you desire! Whether that be at home, private center or hospital birth. Working on beneficial nutrition, labor sensation management, and prenatal yoga are just some of the ways we can work together during prenatal visits. During your labor, I will be there to support you and guide the team through your birth plan. At Birth with Balance we also offer Postpartum care, this service is truly molded by mama! Whether you need support for feeding, help around the house, or support on doctors visits a postpartum doula might be just the trick. Whatever your needs may be I can be there for assistance. Postpartum is a time of changing emotions, routines and habits an extra hand and heart could always be of good use. Hope to hear from you soon!

I’m Katharine Deeb (she/her), a birthworker since 2009, newly relocated to Jacksonville from Los Angeles. I look forward to now working with families in Duval, St. John’s and surrounding counties! Birth is the most intimate, personal experience a person can go through, and no two births are exactly alike. My primary role is to inform and educate you to make the best choices for yourself and your family. I have extensive experience in home, hospital + birth center births, TOLACs/VBACs, high risk pregnancy, unplanned surgical births, unmedicated hospital births, water-births, scheduled cesarean births, medicalized births, epidural births and inductions. I am passionate about your informed consent, your rights as a birthing person, and protecting your sacred birth space. My hope for you and your family is a positive, powerful birth experience and a smooth transition into parenting, and that’s what I strive to help you to accomplish. I would be truly honored to be a part of your journey.

Hello my Name is Crystal Hunter and I am a birth/ postpartum doula and breastfeeding peer counselor in the Jacksonville Florida area I believe that every birthing person who wants support should be able to get support and no mother should have to feel alone on her birthing journey.when I’m not focused on babies and birth I love spending time with my loving husband and 7children I look forward to working with you and your family in bringing your baby earth side.

As the mother of four, my personal birth experiences were all very different. I had two hospital births, one birth center, and one planned homebirth. My DONA International training, along with my personal birth experiences, shaped me as aDoula. I founded Optimal Births to help my clients achieve their optimal births. You, your partner, and your baby deserve the best possible experience.