I'm Joanna, owner of Brave Doula Birth Services and mother to 2 adults and 3 teenagers! I am a Certified Perinatal Doula, VBAC Link Advanced Doula, Evidence Based Birth® Instructor, Certified Placenta Specialist, and a Midwife's Assistant. 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. Aside from taking Doula clients privately, I work as a Community Doula for Healthy Start Pinellas & also work as a Birth Assistant for a Birth Center in Pinellas County. 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.
Uzazi Village (2019)
DONA (2020)
Ancient Song (2017)
Evidence Based Birth
VBAC Link
Body Ready Method
English, Spanish
We provide doula services with a holistic approach. We provide informed care. We have Placenta Services. We have served many tolac's/ vbacs and have advanced training for it with multiple years of experience. We serve at home, birth center or hospital births. We can have the right doula for your needs. Payment plans available and discounts may apply. Reach out to schedule a consultation. FSA/HSA accepted
Joanna was a crucial component to having the birth that we wanted! She was exceptionally responsive throughout the whole process and available for any questions pre- and post- birth! During the long birth, she was patient, calm and knowledgeable in different positions to help the birth. We recommend her to everyone we meet who is considering a doula! One of the best decisions ever!
- Mary E.
Joanna was impeccable! She was very informative any time I had questions, she was a great listener any time I expressed myself. During my labor and delivery she was very encouraging when I was ready to give up. I couldn't have made it through without her wisdom and motivation! I highly recommend her to any pregnant women in search of a support person.
- Sara D.
I absolutely adore Joanna I am so thankful that God & Google connected us lol. As a first time mom having her insight, knowledge and support was a magnificent blessing. I’ve struggled with anxiety all of my life and having her meet with me and be in my delivery room really helped me embrace the process. Without her support and all the tools she presented me with I do not think I would have had such an amazing experience. I love her and I might have to move to FL for my next kid. Cannot imagine finding anyone like her ♥️
- Catherine S.
Joanna is an amazing doula. She was always there to answer any of my questions and give advice and support. She gave me the confidence to choose a vaginal birth when I was given a difficult decision. She is kind, passionate, knowledgeable, thoughtful and reliable. I highly recommend her to any woman seeking support before, during and/or after birth.
- Sarah L.
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