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Shelby & Charlotte, nc Birth Doula

I want you to feel informed, supported, and confident in every decision along the way. I'm not here to take over your birth or speak for you. I'm here to create space, for your questions, your instincts, your partner, and the birth experience you want to have. Together, we'll sort through the information, prepare for the unexpected, celebrate the wins, and navigate the hard moments with calm, evidence-based support.

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as your journey brings you closer to meeting your baby, now all you need is a trusted, steady support beside you through labor, birth, and the transformational hours after.

I believe the best doula relationships are built on connection long before labor begins.

That means showing up with honesty instead of pressure, education instead of fear, and curiosity instead of judgment. I'll help you understand your options, answer the questions you didn't know you could ask, and support you in making decisions that feel right for your family. You'll never hear me say there's only one "right" way to give birth. My job is to walk beside you through whatever path you choose.

WHAT WORKING TOGETHER LOOKS LIKE

When you hire me as your birth doula, you're getting more than someone who shows up when labor begins.

You'll have support throughout pregnancy as we prepare for birth together, ongoing communication when questions pop up, continuous support during labor and birth, and postpartum follow-up after your baby arrives.

Most importantly, you'll have someone who's in your corner from beginning to end.

we’re a great fit if…

You believe there's no such thing as a silly question.

You want a trusted person in your corner from preparing for birth to healing afterward.

You want birth education without feeling overwhelmed.

You want your partner to feel confident, included, and supported, too.

You value genuine conversations and care that's centers you in your birth.

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LET’S MEET for COFFEE!

Let's get to know each other, talk through your hopes for birth, answer your questions, and see if we're a good fit. No pressure, just a conversation about how I can best support you and a change to connect.

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AFTER BIRTH, your JOURNEY is JUST BEGINNING…

Handsdoula care doesn't end when your baby arrives. I'll continue supporting your transition into postpartum with thoughtful care for your recovery, your baby, and your growing family.