Find a Childbirth Educator Near Me in Richmond, VA

Elise is a ToLabor trained Professional Birth Doula, a CAPPA trained Postpartum Doula, an IPPA trained Placenta Encapsulation Specialist, and a Lamaze Trained Childbirth Educator. Elise also attended the University of Georgia and Piedmont College and holds a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies. She is a mother to Theo and Georgia and is married to Todd. She entered into the doula field after her own birth, which showed her the importance of building a supportive birth and postpartum team. She continued to add trainings to help extend her knowledge about the many facets of birth and offer assistance through the postpartum time. Those trainings and workshops include: Acupressure in pregnancy and childbirth, Perinatal Loss and Grief, and Spinning Babies Techniques. Elise believes that education and unbiased support lead to each birthing family feeling empowered and informed when making childbirth decisions. After personally enduring a battle with postpartum depression, she hopes to help her clients feel supported through the entire childbirth experience including the fourth trimester. Through her work as a birth doula and her own experience, she saw her clients have beautiful births, but still struggle with energy and emotions during the postpartum experience. She offers placenta encapsulation as a holistic option to balance hormones, replenish iron, increase prolactin for milk production, and boost energy levels. Outside of the birth world, Elise enjoys cheering for UGA (Go Dawgs!), arranging flowers, reading, retail therapy, and watching Hallmark Christmas movies.

The Doula’s Garden is a perinatal education, prenatal, birth, and postpartum support resource company. Brianna Burton is an experienced prenatal support person, full spectrum doula, certified lactation counselor, and certified childbirth educator (DTI). Brianna lovingly walks alongside families, locally and internationally, during the critical period of transition: new parenthood. Brianna’s work aims to build the confidence of pregnant people, postpartum people and their support systems, help them navigate their options and make informed choices during the perinatal period. Clients are encouraged to dig deep and process their feelings surrounding new parenthood in order to make the best decisions for their family.

Hello! My name is Melissa! I have two babies of my own with two very difficult pregnancies, including a traumatic hospital stay that changed my life forever. I want to help teach other mamas and partners to speak up and advocate for yourself no matter what the issue is! No one can make you do anything you don’t want to your own body or your babies body.

Hello/Shalom!♥️ Im Judith☺️ Mom of 8 beautiful children, Birth/Postpartum Doula, Herbalist, and Childbirth educator. I like to take the more Holistic route with birth with as less interventions as possible as I do believe the woman’s body simply just knows what to do, BUT I’m completely open to all angles of birth (homebirth, birth center, Hospital) as I’m here to serve and protect 🥰.

I know firsthand how invaluable doula support is. As an RN, I thought I was well-prepared for childbirth. At the urging of my midwife, I sought doula support for the birth of my 1st baby. My doula’s physical & emotional presence during a long labor & strenuous delivery was crucial, & I left the experience convinced that a doula should be present at every birth. Soon my friends began to come to me for birthing support, & I attended births as a friend & advocate. I fell in love with birth work & completed doula training with ToLabor in April 2020. I help my clients navigate their options to make informed decisions that work well for their family & their goals. I want to make sure you are seen & heard. I love walking alongside families, encouraging & educating them along the way. With 7 years of hospital nursing experience, I understand the ins & outs of the hospital system. As a mom of 3, I know the transition into parenthood is no small thing—I want to be a part of your village!

Hello im a doula in Richmond Va, and I believe that everyone should be able to birth however their heart desires!

Hello there! My name is La-Kiesha Hobbs, and I'm a DONA-trained birth and postpartum doula who specializes in providing compassionate care to expectant families in the Tri-cities of Virginia and Richmond. As a doula, I believe that every woman deserves to have a birth experience that is empowering, transformative, and supportive. I strive to create a safe and inclusive environment for all of my clients, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity, or past experiences with trauma. As your doula, I will work closely with you to create a personalized birth plan that meets your unique needs and preferences. I will be there to provide continuous physical and emotional support, offer encouragement, and provide you with the information and resources you need to make informed decisions about your care. Together, we will navigate the ups and downs of pregnancy and birth with grace, compassion, and strength. I also provide services as a childbirth educator and photographer. Outside of birth work, I enjoy running, trips to Disney World, and reading a good book.