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    Birth, Babies and Beyond - Water birth

    Birth, Babies and Beyond

    5.0(2 reviews)
    30.1 km

    I am so grateful to have worked with these special women for the birth of my son. They are adept,…read moreprofessional, loving, and supportive. I felt so at ease in their care and and had a blessed and meaningful birth as a result. I recommend them to anyone interested in having a home birth. The experience is one I will never forget and it is in large part due to the support system I had from the wonderful midwives of Birth, Babies and Beyond.

    I can't imagine having another baby WITHOUT these ladies! They are the best of the best. My third…read morepregnancy, my first delivery out-of-hospital, my biggest and latest baby, skeptical family and friends when it comes to home birth, and yet everything went so beautifully and perfectly. These midwives can run all the tests you need, they can provide any intervention you would need outside of C-section. They intuitively knew what my husband needed to hear and what I needed to hear (very different) throughout pregnancy and during post-partum visits. You forget how important post-partum care is when prepping to have a baby, but it's huge! Their follow up and visits after delivery were priceless! Speaking of price, their fees are more than reasonable for the services and amount of time they provide AND they bill insurance. I cannot imagine a better situation or better providers for our first experience with midwives and home birth. Truly a blessing and highly recommend!

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    Birth, Babies and Beyond

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    Heather Ward, Birth Doula- BirthLore - Happy parents of a healthy baby

    Heather Ward, Birth Doula- BirthLore

    4.9(89 reviews)
    70.2 km

    We are beyond satisfied, grateful, and fortunate to have had Heather by our side during our first…read morechild's birth. She played a key role in us having an uncomplicated pregnancy and labor that allowed both a healthy mom and child. Heather provided plenty of information backed by research, technical material, tools, experience, emotional support, and physical support to me and my husband during my pregnancy, labor, postpartum, and baby care. She guided us along the way with a comprehensive and organized curriculum, plus additional resources that we could follow up on ourselves if we wanted additional support or to further research a topic. She made us aware of the possible options during the decision-making process and allowed us to make our own decisions. Heather is a warm, kind, organized, and professional doula that definitely made us more prepared for this new chapter in our lives. We would highly recommend her if you want to feel more supported, empowered, informed, and calm for a smoother newborn experience.

    Heather is a gem who I found here on Yelp. She was the first doula I interviewed when I was about 5…read moremonths pregnant and once I met with her I immediately knew I didn't need to interview anyone else. Heather is very knowledgable, genuine, and kind. She helped my husband and I ease our worries about what to expect during the whole journey and most of all helped us feel empowered and informed to make the best decisions that were right for us. She has solid resources that really helped us learn so much more about the process of pregnancy and preparing for labor. I also really appreciated her guidance on what to expect when communicating with doctors and how to navigate certain topics in order to make better decisions. I ended up going all the way to 42 weeks and Heather was amazing at helping me take it moment by moment, evaluating as we went along to still make the best decisions that felt right to us. When labor finally got going, she was wonderful at helping me feel more grounded and confident as well as being a valuable teammate with my husband. When I had moments of feeling like I wasn't sure if I could keep going, she knew exactly what I needed to help me find strength again. I was able to deliver my baby naturally the way I had wished for and can't thank her enough for her support. I also can't thank her enough for helping me to avoid an episiotomy from the delivering doctor, she's a rockstar of a doula! I highly recommend Heather, she is definitely the person you want advocating for you and on your team through pregnancy, labor and delivery.

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    Heather Ward, Birth Doula- BirthLore - Successful VBAC at the hospital with my baby girl

    Successful VBAC at the hospital with my baby girl

    Heather Ward, Birth Doula- BirthLore
    Heather Ward, Birth Doula- BirthLore

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    Doula Love

    Doula Love

    4.9(57 reviews)
    65.2 kmKenton, North Portland

    When I found out that our insurance was going to cover 70% of doula coverage, we knew we wanted to…read morefind our doula through Doula Love and that was how we met our amazing doula, Patty. I can write a whole essay about how grateful I am for Patty and maybe it's the hormones but reflecting to the day I gave birth to my son and the support I received from Patty makes me want to cry. On the day of my induction, Patty was with another client who was also going through an induction as well (this is a super rare case). Even though I know she was 100% present with her other client, she constantly checked in with me and reminded me I can reach out to her at any point during my induction process if I have questions or need support. She also set up a backup doula for "just in case" if I needed it. I was already laboring for 14 hours when Patty arrived, and she brought so much energy to the room and got me up and moving so I can dilate more. Patty was super supportive of my plans to do a natural birth but when I told her I was too tired and really wanted to sleep, she was fully supportive of my decision to get the epidural. I had Patty in the room with me during the epidural process and she guided me through the whole process and kept me calm. Once I got the epidural, I was able to rest but the whole time, Patty would help position my body differently so I can continue to open. She was by my side the rest of the night as I contract so my husband can also rest. As labor progress, we were told my son's heart rate was dropping when I contract and the word "c-section" was mentioned since I was only at 6cm dilated. I never mentally prepared for this so of course I started to spiral but Patty advocated for me and requested to our OBGYN team to give me more time to see if I can dilate more. Patty continues to position me differently but, in the end, c-section was the only way to ensure my son's safety. We only had a short time from the time I said "yes" to C-Section to going into the OR and the whole time, Patty was next to me, reassuring me, reminding me that no matter what the outcome will be that I get to meet my son very soon. My husband and I are extremely grateful for Patty. We strongly believe our birth story wouldn't have been so positive if it wasn't for Patty's presence, support, and guidance.

    We are beyond grateful for Doula Love's matching service and for pairing us with our incredible…read moredoula, Nomarie. We were a little on the fence about hiring a doula since this was our second baby, but we really wanted that holistic, nurturing care that a hospital alone can't always provide -- and Nomarie was exactly what we'd hoped for. I'm not what you'd call a "country granola" type of mom -- I went into this birth fully planning on (and very much wanting!) all the pain relief and medical support. But there's still such an important place for a doula in that environment. Nomarie helped bring warmth, connection, and a truly holistic touch to what could have otherwise felt like a very clinical experience. From the very first meeting, she made us feel comfortable, supported, and truly heard. She took the time to understand our hopes for the birth and was such a calming, confident presence every step of the way. When labor began, Nomarie was our angel -- grounding us through every contraction, guiding my partner on how to support me, and helping us navigate all the twists and turns that came our way. Even when things got complicated after our baby was born, she never left our side. Her steady reassurance and calm energy made us feel safe and less scared during a really overwhelming moment. Looking back, I honestly can't imagine our birth experience without her. She helped us feel empowered and cared for in one of the most intense and beautiful moments of our lives. I would recommend Doula Love and Nomarie a thousand times over -- they gave us the support we didn't even know we needed.

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    Doula Love - Counter pressure in the labor tub.

    Counter pressure in the labor tub.

    Doula Love - Flipping baby from sunny side up.

    Flipping baby from sunny side up.

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    Bridgetown Baby - We protect babies first and foremost.

    Bridgetown Baby

    5.0(87 reviews)
    76.9 kmHillsdale, Southwest Portland

    I recently had my second baby and unlike my first I wanted to have a lactation consultant home…read morevisit as soon as baby arrived. I have PCOS and had a low supply and tongue tie with my first and wanted to get baby checked out right away so we could do what we needed to help milk production. Rosemary was amazing and came right away and helped me navigate all the things related to breastfeeding and feeding my baby. I felt heard and very well cared for in those beginning days when you are so vulnerable. We had a follow up today and she reassured me that I'm doing everything and heading in the right direction. She was really there to listen to what I had to say and my concerns and gave the advice that I needed to feel confident and keep moving forward. So thankful for Rosemary and Bridgetown baby for the much needed support.

    We had such a wonderful experience working with Katrina and Bridgetown baby. Their insurance…read morechecking benefits and automatic, matching with lactation consultant were extremely helpful. We were lucky enough to work with Katrina who from the very first meeting, was incredibly kind, patient, and supportive. She created a comfortable, judgment-free space where I felt heard and understood. What I appreciated most was her collaborative approach. She really took the time to listen to our concerns, answer questions thoroughly, and work together to find solutions that felt right for our family. Her guidance was practical, encouraging, and tailored to our specific situation. I'm truly grateful for her expertise and compassion, and I would highly recommend her to any family looking for knowledgeable and caring lactation support.

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    Bridgetown Baby - "Once your doula, always your doula."

    "Once your doula, always your doula."

    Bridgetown Baby - Our doulas prepare healing meals for the whole family.

    Our doulas prepare healing meals for the whole family.

    Bridgetown Baby - Our IBCLCs offer in-home lactation consultations for the first few months of your feeding journey.

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    Our IBCLCs offer in-home lactation consultations for the first few months of your feeding journey.

    Kindred Mother Care - Breastsleeping is the bestsleeping !

    Kindred Mother Care

    5.0(24 reviews)
    69.3 km

    Sejal is amazing. She is a walking encyclopedia when it comes to feeding tips and practices. She…read moregives the best of advice and has a network of people that she works with who are all amazing! (Chiropractor, craniosacral, ent etc). She gives her heart and soul to her clients. She supported me through bad, painful latches, underfed infant, tongue tied kid and tongue tie after care help. She is a busy woman so get in her calendar when you can. Working with sejal is the blessing you'd never have thought of

    Sejal is a miracle worker and my husband, son and I couldn't be more grateful that we found her on…read moreYelp. I called her the day after we came home from the hospital - breastfeeding was so painful I would cry whenever I nursed my son. When I read her reviews and looked through her site, I thought she was too good to be true. She is as good as that, and more. She comes to your home, she is thorough, kind, professional and insanely knowledgeable about babies, mothers and the human body. Her bedside manner is AMAZING and most impressive of all, she is a baby whisperer. After her visit, we had a much better understanding of breastfeeding, and she also supplied us with an arsenal of resources, customized just for us: baby exercises to strengthen his neck (so he can be an ambi-turner and more effectively nurse both sides), cheeks and tongue; nutrition guidance for me; a pain mgmt/treatment plan for the issues from nursing incorrectly; and details about how to specifically improve where we needed to. She responded to our follow up questions and helped us refine our techniques. Please, please don't hesitate to call her if you're having any doubts or troubles with breastfeeding.

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    Kindred Mother Care - Let food be thy medicine !

    Let food be thy medicine !

    Kindred Mother Care - Having a good breakfast is vital for new mothers !

    Having a good breakfast is vital for new mothers !

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    Portland Doula & Birth Services - Brooke was by my side for several hours postpartum to make sure everything was smooth.

    Portland Doula & Birth Services

    5.0(8 reviews)
    70.8 kmIrvington, Northeast Portland

    I don't even know where to begin. Brooke and Rebecca's care was impeccable from the beginning…read more Communication was clear and prompt and my husband and I instantly felt we were in good hands at our first complimentary consultation session. They asked many questions of us and we of them. They were well organized and complete. We felt informed about every step of the process and in creating our (loose) birth plan. After our last session together before my son Matthew's birth, my husband unexpectedly passed away. Needless to say, so much about my birth process and my emotional state was in flux. Brooke and Rebecca gave me another session with my new birth support partner (my sister in law) and instantly helped her feel loved and supported (she had also lost her brother, my husband). As I neared and passed my due date, induction became a hot topic. I was of advanced maternal age and with some of the stressors in my life I was feeling a bit of pressure to usher Matthew into this world. I had many a phone call with Brooke (who was to be on call for my labor) discussing pros and cons. She assured me she was on my team no matter what I chose to do. I ultimately chose to be induced and Brooke helped me anticipate what would happen at every step along the way. When my planned unmedicated labor became physically unbearable, Brooke compassionately supported me in my choice to receive both narcotics and an epidural. She even laid on the couch next to me to relieve my sister in law while I painlessly laborer and rested. Matthew was born perfect a few hours later and Brooke even captured photos of the bittersweet moment for me. All in all, I don't know how I would have survived my birth without Brooke. I could not have asked for a better resource, advocate, or friend in this process. I would not do birth without Brooke or Rebecca, for sure!

    We had a wonderful experience with Brooke as our doula. We initially selected her for her…read moreexperience, knowledge, and because we felt comfortable with her right off the bat. She also seemed to offer a broader range of services and expertise than most other doulas we'd found in our research. In the end, she turned out to be an even better "investment," than we'd anticipated. My physical birthing experience was a tough one--24 hours of labor that ended in an unavoidable c-section. But I really believe that because we worked with Brooke, my experience was one of empowerment and deep satisfaction (plus an incredible bonding experience with my husband) whereas it could have easily been scary and disappointing had we not had Brooke as our doula.

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    Portland Doula & Birth Services - At our postpartum appointment :) Brooke and Matthew

    At our postpartum appointment :) Brooke and Matthew

    Portland Doula & Birth Services - Brooke was as much a help physically as she was mentally!

    Brooke was as much a help physically as she was mentally!

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    Brave Birth Doula Care - Supporting families in the postpartum period, just as if they were our own.

    Brave Birth Doula Care

    5.0(44 reviews)
    73.7 kmHosford-Abernethy, Central Eastside, Southeast Portland

    We are first time parents. We had booked a different doula with Brave Birth and on the day I went…read moreinto labor our doula was sick with COVID. I was grateful our contract meant that we would be provided a backup doula. I felt we lucked out because Kelly had facilitated our childbirth class so we had spent a weekend together. Kelly was not a total stranger. Kelly was in contact with my husband throughout my early labor at home and offered to come as soon as we wanted support for laboring at home. We felt so supported by Kelly's checkins and support even from afar. She encouraged Chris with specific tactics to keep labor progressing when I had a slow down before her arriving. At about hour 12 of labor my husband was exhausted from helping me through the waves. When she arrived her energy was calm and informed. Kelly's approach is consent based and empowering. I could sense her understanding of labor and her guidance was calm and direct which is what I needed. She immediately offered comfort measures such as massage and counter pressure. Both were amazing and gave Chris a much needed break. The pain of labor was intense and Kelly's energy, knowledge, and touch supported me in staying in my body. We've never done this before, Chris was anxious and wasn't sure when to make the call to go to the hospital. Kelly helped Chris feel at ease. Chris felt relieved to have someone to trade off with in the physical support of my labor. I didn't have to worry about anything except getting through each contraction. No easy feat. Unbeknownst to me Kelly and Chris would collaborate on next steps. Kelly's discretion in pulling Chris aside for next steps helped me focus on labor. Each stage of labor Kelly would come to me make eye contact and describe the next phase of labor. I usually heard it as "ok this next part is going to be harder (than the last phase) here is what is happening and how to proceed." It wasn't what I wanted to hear but it was what I needed to hear. I appreciated the clear and direct communication about what was next. It was exactly what I needed.Anytime I got stuck during active labor, Kelly would give me tips for getting through. How to breathe, how to let go, how to welcome contractions with curiosity and then let it go. Kelly was the anchor Chris needed in supporting me through labor, making sure his physical needs were met so he could continue being there for me. Kelly was my lighthouse in the stormy sea of labor. I would look up to find her or Chris and then gather the strength to sail the next wave.I got through labor and delivered our amazing little baby. Kelly advocated for me, took charge when needed, and stayed with me throughout. I was able to go into my deepest self to gather strength and power for labor. I could let go of control of everything around me because I knew Chris and Kelly were taking care of it all. In the days after our baby's birth Chris and I continually recounted that Kelly's support was vital and invaluable to our birthing experience. We would not and we're pretty could not have done it without Kelly. We are so grateful. I felt held and empowered. Kelly is an expert doula, highly intuitive, and doesn't miss any detail. Doula work is hard to define, but it fills in the gap of care for birthing people. What does it mean to really hold and care for someone as they bring new life into the world? It is powerful work and Kelly gets it.I feel like we won the lottery having Kelly as our backup doula through Brave Birth and would recommend Kelly to any pregnant person whether or not it is your first pregnancy. She is an incredible doula.

    I worked with Crystal Broer for postpartum doula services. Being a first time mom with not much…read morefamily in the area, securing her in advance of my baby's arrival gave me great peace of mind to know she'd be there to help ease the transition. Crystal was fantastic. From a planning and availability standpoint, she was exceptionally professional, respectful, and on the ball. She was amazing with my baby, and most importantly gave me confidence to trust my intuition. She was calm, knew how to get things done and help around the house, but not be overly intrusive. Highly recommend.

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    Brave Birth Doula Care - Let us help you have your best experience.

    Let us help you have your best experience.

    Brave Birth Doula Care - Your Doulas! Hard at work ;)

    Your Doulas! Hard at work ;)

    Brave Birth Doula Care - Mama and Papa meeting their baby for the first time. Sweet little one arrived via surrogacy.

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    Mama and Papa meeting their baby for the first time. Sweet little one arrived via surrogacy.

    Doula Love - doulas - Updated July 2026

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