Birth Doula in Portland, OR
Helping you understand and navigate through pregnancy & birth.
In-Person Birth Doula in Portland, OR
If you prefer in-person interactions, then I can meet that need! I love meeting in-person because that helps build a level of trust between us. And that trust allows YOU to feel comfortable, confident and empowered.
As your birth doula you’ll receive:
- Continuous emotional, physical and mental support
- Minimum of 1-prenatal session
- Childbirth Education included
- Unlimited phone, text and email support
- 24-hour on-call availability from 38-weeks until birth
- Continuous support during your birthing
- 8-hours of postpartum support
- Guaranteed backup doula support, should I not be able to attend
Do you live in Portland, OR or these surrounding areas? Portland, Tigard, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Aloha, Forest Grove, Gresham, Troutdale, Sherwood, Newberg, Dundee, McMinnville, Tualatin, Woodburn, Willsonville, Salem, West Linn, Oregon City, Happy Valley, Clackamas, Lake Oswego, Vancouver, Ridgefield, Camas, Battle Ground, Woodland.
Then, let’s chat! I’d love to be your personal parenting cheerleader
Virtual Birth Doula Coach
I know these are challenging times. And as an expecting parent you may be worried about:
- Navigating the hospital system
- Looking for support because family is far away
- Desiring to be seen, heard, and guided by your providers and support team.
Whether it’s in-person or virtual, you deserve to feel deeply connected to and confident in your birth team. That’s why I love offering virtual support.
As your virtual birth doula, I’ll be available to answer all your questions throughout your pregnancy, birth and parenting journey no matter where you live! You can still expect the same level of support you’d receive from in-person support, but from a distance.
We’ll meet via Zoom (and/or other virtual support platforms) and you’ll have continuous support via email and text. Plus, you’ll gain access to my resources and referral network!
Doula Team Support from Ali & Marnellie
Two heads are better than one right? I have partnered with my birth bestie, Ali Buchanan of The Forty Day Doula, to provide a handful of birthing individuals the opportunity to have 2 doulas to support them in their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journeys!
We have a limited amount of spots available. We offer the following:
- Virtual & In-Person sessions
- Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Education
- HypnoDoula Certified
- Culturally humble, evidence-based, & trauma-informed
- Phone, text, and email support as needed
Hypnobabies® Hypnobirthing Doula
More and more expecting parents are wanting to break free from our western culture’s idea that birth is a painful process that should be feared.
Which is AMAZING because giving birth is actually one of the most natural things in the world.
If you feel a tingle of curiosity when you hear the words “birth hypnosis”... Then you’re in the right place. It’s totally possible to have a peaceful, relaxing and more comfortable pregnancy, along with a calm, confident birth partner.
Here’s where you can learn the basics and benefits of hypnobirthing. And if you’re interested in the Hypnobabies Home Study Course, I’ll provide you with support and practice you need to help you become instantly deeper relaxed for your birth journey.
As your hypnobirthing doula in Portland, OR, you’ll receive:
- Continuous emotional, physical and mental support
- 4 prenatal sessions to dive deeper into your hypnosis practice
- 1 birth rehearsal to walk through different scripts and verbal prompts
- Unlimited phone, text and email support
- 24-hour on-call availability from 38-weeks until birth
- Continuous support during your birthing
- 8-hours of postpartum support
- Guaranteed backup doula support, should I not be able to attend.
- Hypnobabies® Store Discounts
- As your Hypnobabies® Hypno-Doula you can receive discounts on the Hypnobabies® tracks, sets and courses (see details below)
Doula Birth Plan & Preparation Meeting
Preparing for the birth of your baby can feel a little overwhelming at times. Avoid the hassle of spending hours on Google, and digging through multiple blog posts and Pinterest boards.
Do you need help with:
- Determining your birth preferences
- What to pack
- Compiling your birth support team
- Making a list of birth essentials
- Making a list of newborn essentials
- Preparing your home for baby
- Preparing your relationship for baby
In a 2-hour session we’ll dive deep into these topics so that you can feel confident and ready for your birth experience and transition to life with a newborn.
Meetings can be in-person at your home or virtually from the comfort of your home.
Childbirth Classes
If you don’t need a doula...but you still want to:
- Get on the same page with your partner
- Remove some of the fear you have of labor
- Make a plan and get prepared to make informed decisions when plans change
- Gain a sense of community
Taking a childbirth class may be the right fit for you! Whether a one-day intensive if your jam, or a 6-week series is more your speed, I have several different class options to fit your style/needs.
You’ll learn what you need to know to prepare for your birthing and receive skillful mentorship along the way.
Benefits of Having a Birth Doula in Portland, OR & Beyond
Physical Support
Emotional Support
Emotional Support
A doula provides massage, pressure and a soothing touch during your birthing time and helps maintain a calm an nurturing environment.
Emotional Support
Emotional Support
Emotional Support
A doula helps individuals feels a sense of empowerment and pride in their birth experience and offers encouragement, praise and listens to their needs.
Reliable Resources
Reliable Resources
Reliable Resources
A doula is well connected within the community and can offer reliable resources and evidence based information when planning for birth and postpartum.
Know Your Rights
Reliable Resources
Reliable Resources
A doula supports positive collaboration with providers and supports your rights to make decisions about what happens to your body and baby.