Doula Services for families in:

Northern Virginia
Washington DC
Southern Maryland

With a doula guiding you through a confident birth and postpartum experience, you can enjoy this special season with your family!

Having a baby is hard work

From healing, adjusting, and navigating all the "new" in parenthood, having a baby is a lot. While it’s true that babies don't come with a manual, there is another truth you hear less often: pregnancy and birth don’t come with a manual, either.

Pregnancy is one of the largest changes your body can go through, culminating in a birth that you can’t predict. The process can be daunting, especially since it comes at a time when you may be physically exhausted. Having someone to walk you through this stage with knowledge and experience can relieve stress and help you move toward parenthood confidently.

I will hold your hand through all the unknowns!

A doula is the person who holds your hand through all the unknowns, stresses, and joys of childbearing.

My job is not to simply help you get through birth, but to walk with you from pregnancy through postpartum as you become a parent.

Pregnancy, Labor, & Birth Support

Birth doulas are professionals who provide physical, emotional and information support to you throughout your pregnancy and during labor.

Investment: $2500

Here is what is included when you choose me to be part of your birth team:

Prenatal Check-In Messages
Assistance with Birth Plan/Philosophy Development
Two Prenatal Appointments
Lending Library Access
On Call Pregnancy & Labor Support
Backup Doula Coverage
1-2 Hours of Postpartum Support after the Birth
1 Postpartum Visit (Virtual or In-home)

Scheduled Surgical Birth Support

When a surgical birth (Cesarean Section) is the safest way for a baby to be born, you still deserve support and emotional care. Preparation for the operating room, partner support, and postpartum recovery plans are important components to a positive surgical birth experience.

Investment: $1200

Surgical Birth Doula services include:

Informational & Educational Support during pregnancy
Lending Library access
One prenatal visit to create a plan for support
Education + evidence-based information on recovery, newborn care, and feeding
Pre-operative support
In-theatre support if allowed by the hospital or in the place of a partner
Post-operative support
One postpartum visit
Connection to local and online resources as needed

Childbirth Education Classes

Virtual and in-person Childbirth Education classes are offered in both 4-week series and Saturday intensives.

Traditional CBE Series classes are offered in-person at Tepeyac OBGYN in Fairfax, VA.

Details and registration is available here.

Also offered by request: The GentleBirth class is designed to help you prepare for a positive birth, whatever that means for you.

Using a combination of birth science, brain science and sports psychology, GentleBirth training guides you through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, with the goal of keeping stress to a minimum.

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"As a 1st time Dad, I felt overwhelmed by the amount of things I needed to learn"

I shared with Amanda my goals of being an engaged & supportive partner as well as my concerns around not knowing what to do or say during labor. With Amanda's guidance, I learned comfort techniques, how to advocate for my wife, & what to expect during the process. Amanda provided me with a myriad of resources including one that combined two of my favorite things - Dads & beer. She also helped me learn tips & tricks to create a comfortable birth environment including, lowering the sounds of the hospital machines, lowering the lights in the delivery room & adjusting the thermostat. I can say with 100% confidence, Amanda strengthened my role & gave me the tools to feel confident throughout the L&D process.

Jake - First Time Dad
"Amanda was an answer to prayer.

She was 100% committed and fully present in the room with us and impressed nurses who had a ton of experience. Amanda was very good at interacting with the medical staff on my behalf and advocating for my desired plan, while being respectful of their roles and responsibilities. She was professional and easy to communicate with for my husband while I was in labor and for me when I was not. She was capable, responsible, timely, personable and so caring. We are so incredibly thankful that Amanda was with us during the most challenging day of my life and we have already recommended her to friends.

Jena - Military Spouse
"I desperately wanted a VBA2C. And being a woman of color, I had additional concerns regarding maternal health care."

Working with Amanda was truly amazing! ...I felt she listened to my concerns and helped create a plan that supported them. She provided evidence based data and resources regarding VBACs...I felt her dedication and passion is truly a calling.

Lauren - VBA2C Mom