Find a Birth Doula Near Me in South Bend, IN

I became a Mother in the Summer of 2014. If I'm being honest, I didn't put much thought into my first birth. I thought I'd just go into the hospital pregnant and come out with a baby. It wasn't until I was in labor and facing an emergency cesarean that I realized that my partner and I were unprepared and unsupported. It was after that first birth that I learned what a Doula was and the trajectory of my entire life shifted. ​ I trained as a Birth Doula in 2016 and since that time I have attended over 160 births in hospitals, birth centers and in homes. In 2021 I have also been a local homebirth assistant since 2021 with my Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification. Over the years my views and beliefs surrounding birth have grown and evolved. I have studied not only the mechanics of the birth process, but the physiological, emotional and spiritual rite of passage that birth truly is. I believe that a beautiful birth experience can happen in any setting, but that it takes a combination of preparation, advocacy and a setting that supports your vision.

I am the founder and creator of Appointed Time Doula Services. I am a graduate of Dona International where I attained my Birth Doula Certification. It is paramount to me that my clients feel as welcome and as cared for as though they were members of my own family, in comparison to being a part of an uncaring system. The most rewarding aspect of my ministry is the opportunity to witness a new life come forth into this world. This priceless moment allows me to develop a unique relationship with each family.

Hello! My name is Eva Monhaut-Jenkins and I am a birth and postpartum doula serving Michiana (Northern Indiana and Southern Michigan.) I serve about an hour radius of Cassopolis, MI. I became a doula after the birth of my own son wanting to support families on their own unique journey into parenthood. My mission is to support and protect this transformative time in families lives. I believe that every person is ultimately the source of power and knowledge for their birth. Your body! Your baby! Your birth! Your choices. I help women advocate in the birth space for their ideal birth experience. I support all families and am a LGBTQ+ safe space. I offer comprehensive birth services with a free consultation, two-three prentals meetings, continous labor support, phone support from the moment of Hiring, a postpartum follow up, referrals and birth education. I would love to connect and see if I would be the best fit for your family during this transformative time in your lives. Congratulations on your bundle(s) of joy! Let's connect!

BIRTH AND POSTPARTUM DOULA, PLACENTA SPECIALIST SERVING A ONE HOUR RADIUS FROM MENTONE, IN Hello! Like many, I found my passion after the birth of my first daughter in 2015. After that, I took my first doula training and started working within my community. Since then, we have welcomed our second daughter in 2019 at our local birth center and most recently our son in 2023 in our home. Being able to provide support and knowledge to families in this season is what fuels my passion. I am committed to continuing my education to serve families and offer more services to the community. I am looking forward to connecting with more families on their journey.

Hi, my name is Shelby Yarnelle! I am currently obtaining my birth doula certificate and plan on getting my postpartum doula certificate in the future! I have given birth twice one medicated and one unmedicated! I have hopes to become a nurse midwife in the future!

Christine Anderson is a Licensed Massage Therapist and Holistic Postpartum Care Specialist. She is a graduate from the Kalamazoo Center for the Healing Arts and specializes in prenatal/postpartum massage, and offers integrated body work sessions, including (but not limited to) Myofascial Release, Craniosacral Therapy, polarity and chakra balancing and intuitive support through body-led healing.​ ​ Beyond these services, Christine offers postpartum belly binding, Ayurvedic Postpartum Caregiver support, guided infant massage to parents and caregivers, chakra balancing, lactation support, and open gathering circles for birthers and postpartum doulas in the community. Christine has enjoyed sharing her skills and passion with families for over 12 years, and thrives on bringing community members together to help support and uplift each other. She is a mother, a birth and postpartum advocate, and lover of the elements.

Hi, my name is Chante Shine. I am a wife, mother and cancer survivor. It was after my own two wildly different but equally amazing birth experiences I realized that I had a passion for birth. For years afterward, I helped to guide my friends through their birth journeys but after my life changing struggles in 2022 I decided, life is short and there is not a minute to waste! So, in 2023 I decided to make it official and get my Birth Doula Certification. I also went ahead and added Postpartum Doula, Breastfeeding Counselor and Childbirth Educator Certifications to my agenda! I am currently working my way through these classes, and I could not be more excited and thrilled to start working with expecting parents such as yourselves!

A licensed educator and certified full-spectrum birth and bereavement doula dedicated to healing birth and creating safe and informed spaces for all parents.

I am a Certified Birth Doula with DONA International and a Certified Infant Massage Instructor through WINC (World Institute for Nurturing Communication). I believe deeply in the power of human touch and compassionate care, and my desire is to get to know you and what’s most important to you for your birth

Hello! I’m Bryshunna a Birth & Postpartum doula. I’m here to support you through one of life’s most transformative journeys pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. My mission is to provide the emotional, physical, and informational support you need to make this experience as positive and fulfilling as possible. Also helping you advocate for yourself.

Hello! Like many, I found my passion after the birth of my first daughter in 2015. After that, I took my first doula training and started working within my community. Since then, we have welcomed our second daughter in 2019 at our local birth center and most recently our son in 2023 in our home. Being able to provide support and knowledge to families in this season is what fuels my passion. I am committed to continuing my education to serve families and offer more services to the community. I am looking forward to connecting with more families on their journey.

Hello everyone, my name is Rebecca (Becca) Ballman. I am a trained birth doula through CAPPA, and also a hypno-doula through Hypnobabies. I believe birth can be calm and peaceful if we set the right atmosphere, and let mom and baby work together with little to no interference! I strive to create a judgment free zone for all parents seeking informational and educational support. In my free time I enjoy crafting such as crochet and cross stitch. I also have 2 kids of my own a boy and a girl.

Hi! I’m Macy, I’m a non judgement birth and postpartum doula. Looking to help you have the birth of your dreams.

Birth Kalamazoo supports families throughout Southwest Michigan through pregnancy, birth and the postpartum time. Reach out to us to connect with childbirth classes, birth doulas, or postpartum doulas. We're here to help you have a better birth and an easier time settling in with your baby.

My name is Claire and I am starting my doula journey. I feel that I have been called to support women during pregnancy and postpartum. I'm outgoing, supportive of your choices as a mother, and a great listener. I am skilled at de-escalating situations in which you may feel panicked or afraid, and explain things in simple terms so that they aren't overwhelming. I will advocate for you in whatever situation you need, whether with a high-pressure medical provider or your nosy mother-in-law. I have worked with children 5 to 18 years old who have mental, physical, and emotional handicaps as well as a multitude of students who have Autism Spectrum Disorder. Working with these students has brought me so much joy and understanding of a world that can be very hard to explain to those with no experience in it. Whether it is you, your children, or loved ones who identify with the previous disorders, I would be beyond honored and ecstatic to help work through the crazy mystery and miracle of birth. I am currently going through the certification process to be a doula and need to attend three births to be fully certified. I am looking to help anyone I can in this process.

Maker Maternal Health seeks to provide a comprehensive approach to redeeming the birth experience. Our team of doulas serves Southwest Michigan and collectively equips clients with evidence-based information. We advocate for the birthing mother to make informed decisions through the use of varied practices to aid in trusting her body and ultimately reducing her fears. We envision changing the negative narrative of birth in a distinctly different way: combining the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of maternity support.

I believe that supporting mothers is how we heal and transform our culture into one that is sustainable, inclusive, and nurturing.