Find a Doula Near Me in Maryland

Lauren is a trained postpartum doula certifying with CAPPA and holds a master's degree from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health where she researched perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, infant feeding, equity & doula care. She also co-chairs the Board of Directors for Postpartum Support International's Maryland Chapter. Most importantly though, she's a mom of 3. She came to this work after a frustrating and painful postpartum experience with her first born when she was a young mom. After birthing her first two children within the traditional OB/GYN hospital system, she decided to have an unmedicated, Midwife-attended home birth with her 3rd. Each birth and postpartum experience taught her something new, and she welcomes all families - no matter their choice of medical care or arrival to parenting - to her doula practice. When she's not busy researching and working with families welcoming new babes, she loves being outside in nature with her family, singing in the car with the windows down, and reading.

Meet me, your dedicated birthing doula at Elyvation Station! With a passion for empowering expectant parents, my philosophy revolves around ensuring your journey into parenthood is not just supported but celebrated. I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to guide you through the intricacies of pregnancy and birth. My commitment is not just to educate and support but to empower you to advocate for your wants and needs during this magical time. While I love and support mothers from all ethnic backgrounds I am particularly aware of the higher risks black women face during labor, and my services are designed to address and mitigate those challenges for all women. Let's embark on this transformative journey together, ensuring your birthing experience is not just memorable but one filled with strength, knowledge, and the joy of welcoming new life.

Birth and Postpartum Doula passionate about reproductive justice, lowering maternal mortality rates and making sure each person is cared for with respect, compassion and dignity.

We are a team of Perinatal Professionals (Doulas, Childbirth Educators, Yoga Instructors, Mental Health Therapists, Lactation Consultants, Sleep Specialists, Placenta Encapsulation Specialists, etc.) supporting families in great transition that is parenthood. Located in Baltimore, MD, we serve families locally, and around the globe - online!

My name is Shana Broman (she/her). I am a labor and postpartum doula. I specialize in helping families through pregnancy, labor and postpartum recovery. Contact me to find out how I can help your family.

Hello! My name is Karen Kelly and I am proud to be DONA certified postpartum doula located in Ellicott City, Maryland. I am passionate about supporting families during the fourth trimester. I have been providing professional postpartum support since 2018 and have had the privilege of supporting over 75 families. I specialize in daytime support in order to have the greatest impact on helping new parents gain skills and confidence in their new role. I provide the emotional and practical support that new parents need in order to lighten their load and meet their parenting goals.

Hi! I’m Kate. A mama of 3 and a birth doula! I’m from Baltimore MD and work with families doing hospital or home birth!

My name is Tiana Johnson, and I have worked in childcare since​ 2014. Specializing as a Postpartum Doula and Newbor​n Care Specialist, I hold a degree in Early Childhood Develo​pment. Committed to providing care for newborns and families ​during the postpartum phase with genuine passion, I contin​uously enhance my skills through research, further educatio​n, and training sessions. I am excited about the opportunity to wor​k with your family as you embrace the arrival of your newbo​rn(s)!

Hi! My name is Liv and I am a nonbinary doula in the baltimore county area! I am trained as a full spectrum doula- offering birth, postpartum, fertility, and abortion support doula services. I come from a mental health background in which I received counseling training and gained experience with emotional and therapeutic support. My mental health experience has also prepared me for supporting clients with trauma histories. I can offer services on a sliding scale.

As a homebirth midwife, it is my hope to facilitate an empowering environment for women to receive respectful care centered around bodily autonomy and supporting the family unit as a whole from pregnancy and birth to postpartum. My goal is to help you feel confident and informed with each choice that presents itself through out your entire time with me as your care provider. I believe no matter what birthing experience you chose, or if your plans change, having a say along with some self efficacy in your care can help achieve better birth outcomes overall.

Leah Hairston (she/her) is a full-spectrum doula, perinatal social worker, lactation counselor and advocate. She educates and empowers women with female reproductive systems, reminding them of their inherent power. Her dedication to facilitating spaces for healing, equal access, and justice stems from her deep commitment to addressing the systemic reproductive injustices against Black women. She is the founder of Sweet Bee Services, a Baltimore-based doula agency that provides justice-focused, trauma-informed, family-centered care throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia. When not working, Leah enjoys trying new recipes while listening to audiobooks, walking her pup T’Challa, and savoring moments with loved ones. She is passionate about all things related to babies, reproductive wholeness, and social justice. Learn more and support her work by visiting www.sweetbeedoula.com.

Hello Bestie, My name is Ms Nay and I am a Christian based Full spectrum doula. I provide emotional, physical, informational and spiritual support to individuals and families throughout their pregnancy, childbirth, and early postpartum period. What drove me to become a doula is watching my sisters receive prenatal care that was concerning so I wanted to be apart of the change apart of affordable luxury care for families of different financial backings but receiving care that stands out. To have a support bestie who is resourceful and passionate about reproductive care. I offer a wide range of services, including education, advocacy, comfort measures, photographs and guidance to help ensure a positive birth experience and smooth transition into parenthood.

Certified Holistic Health Coach, doTERRA essential oils educator, and DONA Certified Birth Doula, Jessica's passion for health & wellness flows from her heart into everything she does. Jessica's own struggles with wellness and infertility are the reason that she is so passionate about helping others. She knows the frustration and helplessness of less-than-optimal health and how overwhelming it can be to find the answers you're looking for. She also knows the sacredness and importance of birth and how meaningful it is to have as positive an experience as possible when bringing new life into the world. Jessica ensures that you will feel heard, cared for, and valued as an individual. Each person is different and that's one of the things she loves most about her job - each day is a new adventure! Jessica’s philosophy for birth is that every single one is unique and sacred. It is her job to mother you and give you the space and support to birth your baby in whatever way you need. There is no single correct method, each birth is special and each birthing woman has options. She makes sure you know what those options are and have the support you need to make the best decisions for you and baby.

Hi All! I am a certified, postpartum and birth Doula serving the DMV area. I have always been a natural servant/caregiver, and a professional one as well. I became a postpartum Doula because my passion is to serve mothers and validate their feelings about motherhood all while teaching and providing needed assurance and information. I have been a caregiver for six years now, and I have been a postpartum Doula for the last two years. I have worked with preemies, special-needs babies, multiple babies at once, overnights and daytime clients. I have served over 40 families, including personal clients as well as agencies. My clients would say I am professional, gentle, timely, knowledgeable, and persistent, caring and dependable.

I am a mom, daughter, a sister, an aunt, a cat mom, taco chaser, lover of travel, and a proud doula. My family and I live in the DC area, though I will always and forever remain a Georgia girl at heart. My passion has always been in healthcare and championing people to make the best decisions for themselves based on unbiased support and evidenced based information. My goal is that each and every family I support feels confident and empowered walking into and away from their birth experience.

Hello, my name is Alexia! I am the owner of Peace & Posh and have been. Certified birthing coach for 5 years. I truly have a passion and am dedicated to supporting the birthing parent with having a peaceful and positive birthing experience by providing knowledge, specialized techniques, and unconditional support in labor! I also encapsulate placentas!!!

I strongly believe in creating a positive space to plan for, and experience, birth. My goal is to create a space of peace and confidence when it's time to meet your baby, and utilizing all of my life's knowledge and training to support your inherent wisdom to give birth. I am is known to be very empathetic. I LOVE naps and dark chocolate, and am a self-proclaimed introvert, despite what people think :). As a wife and mother of 4: ages 20, 16, and 6, I absolutely adores my children. I was called to become a Doula after experiencing 3 traumatic births, postpartum depression, and the death of one of my twin babies, all with little to no support. Through therapy, I realized I wanted to help other families so they do not have to experience these types of difficult things alone. I have an active mind and am always learning - a "forever student". I have trouble sitting still and love utilizing my many trainings and certifications to support my clients. I've been told, many times, I have a steady, calming demeanor, allowing my clients to relax in my presence and to feel held. ​When not supporting families in birth and postpartum, you can find me listening to my favorite audiobooks and podcasts, gardening, making art, and laughing at dad jokes!

I am a mother to 2 girls under 2 and a wife. I have experienced a hospital birth and homebirth. I truly believe that the right support makes a huge difference in a woman’s pregnancy and labor experience. I am here to provide emotional, physical and informational support to mothers and their families to help them advocate for the birthing experience that they desire while feeling confident and empowered.

As a doula, I am committed to empowering families whether you are a couple, doing it on your own or a same sex couple. My mission is to give support, kindness, patience, education and confidence in this amazing birthing journey you are experiencing. I pass no judgment but love and positive affirmations. I provide prenatal, labor, birth and postpartum care for you and your baby. Regardless of race, ethnicity or religious background, I am here to help you.

Jasmine is the founder of J.Mason Foundation LLC, created to assist new & expecting families in need with baby care packages. Jasmine created J.Mason Foundation in November 2018, after experiencing her second miscarriage. Jasmine is a certified fertility advocate, Pregnancy & Infant Loss (PAIL) advocate, Placenta Encapsulation Specialist, birth, bereavement, and postpartum doula, lactation & childbirth educator.