Find a Doula in Lancaster, PA

Hi all, I am a mom of three. My most top question people ask is How was my birth experiences? I've got to experience three very different births. My first baby was a Cesarean birth. My second was a VBAC and the third was preterm born via Vaginal. So, there you have it. Every birth has it very unique birthing story. The body does what it wants. I have been a Certified Labor Doula for over a year now. It has been absolutely amazing to support and help other women. I am currently in school working on RN degree to advance my career in the birthing field. I first began my journey attending my sister's birth back in 2017.I was able to witness and support her in ways that I didn't think was possible. Helping women be an advocate for themselves is so important to me.

Care philosophy

My birthing philosophy is every birth has it very own unique story. I believe birth should be exciting and not fearful. Every women birth preference is different. Follow me on IG and FB @Gifteddoulallc

Areas served

• King of prussia

• Spring city

• Norristown

• Pottstown

• Philadelphia

• West chester

• New Jersey

Reviews

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  Mari

  June 2, 2023 at 8:38 am | Peer review

  Tyerra is an incredible and caring doula, highly knowledgeable, and has a passion for supporting and educating expecting families. Her professionalism and training make her an asset to a family’s birth/postpartum team.

I am a certified birth and postpartum doula through National Black Doula Association (NBDA). I am here to provide emotional, physical, and informational support. I am also here to coach the birthing person to see the value and strength in the way they intended to bring their baby into this world. I see it as my utmost privilege to serve the birthing community. I provide pregnancy and labor support as a birth doula, new mom and baby care as a postpartum doula, lactation support and childbirth education classes.

Care philosophy

Bringing life into this world is a sacred experience. Every new parent and family yearns to experience that sacredness. As a birth-worker, my goal is to provide you that environment so you can have the journey you desire. I will provide you with all the necessary support and make your goal, my goal.

Areas served

• Lancaster

• Hershey

• Harrisburg

• Reading

• York

Reviews

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  Sabrina

  March 4, 2023 at 11:28 am | Client review

  Madhu was such an asset to my birth support team! From the first time I met her, she thoroughly listened to mine and my partners wants and needs and supported me the entire time. Having her as my doula really helped me have the birth I dreamed of. At every meeting, my partner and I learned something new and how to prepare for the arrival of our baby. So when the time came, we felt well equipped and prepared to stick to my birth plan. She provided us with comfort measures, information to make our own decisions, and most importantly peace of mind. I definitely recommend having Made as your doula!

Hi all, I am a mom of three.. My most top question people ask is How was my birth experiences? I've got to experience three very different births. My first baby was a Cesarean birth. My second was a VBAC and the third was a preterm Vaginal.So there you have it.. Every birth has it very unique birthing story..The body does what it wants.. I have been a Certified Labor Doula for year now. It has been absolutely amazing to support and help other women. I am currently in school working on RN degree to advance my career in the birthing field. I first began my journey attending my sisters birth back in 2017..I was able to witness and support her in ways that I didn't think was possible.. Helping women be an advocate for themselves is so important to me..

Care philosophy

My birthing philosophy is every birth has it very own unique story. I believe birth should be exciting and not fearful.Every women birth preference are different. Follow me on IG and FB @Gifteddoulallc

Areas served

• Norristown

• Philadelphia

• Collegeville

• Pottstown

• Spring city

• King of Prussia

Reviews

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  Deborah

  September 15, 2022 at 10:54 am | Client review

  Tyerra was very attentive to my needs and was knowledgeable and open. She was able to answer any questions I had as well as help reassure me when I was unsure about something.

My birth Doula package includes two prenatal meetings in the clients home, unlimited text, email, phone calls, on call from the time I’m hired and join you in labor when you need me. I meet you at your home or the hospital and stay with you throughout your entire labor and an hour or two afterwards. I help get breast-feeding started if that is your wish and I document your birth story. I call or text 24 hours later and one week later I come for your postpartum at your home with a journal of the birth.

Care philosophy

I received my education through DONA International and started working as a birth Doula in 2012. I believe that education is key in pregnancy and teaching you how to advocate for yourself. Knowledge is power. I love what I do and I count it a privilege to serve families during one of the most important times of their lives.

Areas served

• Limerick Pottstown Reading Paoli West Chester East

• 50 mile radius of Pottstown PA

I am very excited to be able to offer doula care to those families looking for the one-on-one support that they deserve! I am Mom to 5 grown children of my own and Memaw to 4 grandchildren so far! I have always had a passion for the childbirth process and everything having to do with babies. Over the years I have supported my oldest daughter with her 3 boys, my sister with her daughter, and most recently my middle daughter with her son, so even though I've only been officially certified for a year, I have lots of experience in the field! Last year I finally took the step to become certified when my daughter became pregnant with her first baby and we found out that due to Covid-19 restrictions, only her husband and a certified doula would be allowed to be present at the hospital. I took this as a sign that it was time to follow my heart and finally get myself certified as a birth doula so that I can help others to have a positive experience, too. At this time, I am offering childbirth doula services virtually and in-person to give you the flexibility needed in today's changing world.

Care philosophy

I am committed to providing loving and nonjudgmental support and education, individually catered to your family's wants and needs during this exciting time! I truly believe that having the proper knowledge and tools ahead of time makes a world of difference in ensuring a positive birth experience.

Areas served

• Within approx 1hr radius from Boyertown (19512)

• Allentown, PA

• Pottstown, PA

• Phoenixville, PA

I am a Doula in the Harrisburg area with 3 years experience in the birthing world. I offer Birth and Postpartum Doula Support Services, as well as Sibling and Overnight Doula services for birth and postpartum. Need a sitter for date nights or when you just need a break? I can help with this as well!

Care philosophy

Person-centered approach to support that focuses on needs of mother with a plan that is specifically tailored for them ❤️ Parents and partners are offered support throughout the pregnancy journey, before, during and after baby is born.

Areas served

• York, Pennsylvania

• Lancaster. PA

• Carlisle, PA

• Mechanicsburg, PA

• Harrisburg, PA

My name is Sabrina Lewis, I am a married mother of four and live in Harrisburg, NC. I became a doula because I have been through several difficult situations in childbirth: Pre-term labor with four separate pregnancies, C-Sections, VBACs, and delivered two babies that have passed away in my second trimester. Through my experiences, I wished that I had someone with me who could answer questions and bring me more emotional and physical comfort. When I learned what a doula was, I instantly wanted to become one. I have a passion for assisting women in having the best experience possible through an empowering and hard situation. I am a certified birth doula through the International Doula Institute and have been attending births in the Charlotte area for over five years. I witnessed my first birth fifteen years ago and have never looked back. I am a firm believer that the mother, her support persons, medical staff, and doula are a team. It is the doula’s job to provide emotional/physical support to the mother, her partner (if she has one), and support persons, help with the physical comfort throughout the labor, while also having a working knowledge of the birth process and common practices. She uses her knowledge and experience to help the mother have a positive outlook on the process and have confidence in themselves and what they are capable of. It is also their responsibility to work in a positive manner with the medical staff, (doctor’s, midwives, and nurses) so that all have the best possible attitude and outlook for the delivery. I am knowledgeable in several birth methods including: Bradley method, HypnoBirthing, Hypnobabies and Kopa Birth. I have experience as a doula with birth centers, hospital deliveries, home births (attended by midwives), natural births, epidurals, VBACs, multiples, preterm birth, c-sections, advanced maternal age, vacuum deliveries, forceps delivery, placenta encapsulation and Bereavement Delivery. My Birth Doula Services: Prenatal Visits and Support (I am available throughout the pregnancy) Labor and Birth Services (for any delivery method or situation) Birth Photography Novant Credentialed Vendor Doula Breastfeeding Support: will stay 1-2 hours after delivery until the mother is comfortable and feeding (breast or bottle) is established 1-2 Postnatal Visits Placenta Encapsulation Postpartum Services Mental Health Support: specifically anxiety in pregnancy and labor, previous birth trauma, previous pregnancy loss Bereavement Doula Services (free of charge) Why I became a Birth Doula? I have always loved the birth process and the strength that we, as women, possess. As I began having my own children, I experienced a lot of trauma and trivialization of my emotions/difficulties during pregnancy and delivery. I found an amazing OB/GYN in Charlotte that was kind, listened to me, and gave me the information I needed to feel empowered. After my third child, I had two, back-to-back, second trimester losses where I had to deliver my babies. Both times, I was alone with my husband and mother when the delivery occurred in the hospital. It was in those moments of heartbreak that I decided I would do anything in my power to ensure that no woman would have to go through the same situation alone. I am committed to helping women and families have the births they’ve always dreamed of, no matter their situation. Who would I be a great fit for as a Birth Doula? I would be a great fit for first time mothers, anyone with a history of anxiety or mental health issues, previous birth trauma, previous loss, and anyone looking for a well-informed advocate. I have never met a stranger and treat everyone as family. ​ Birth Photography: All images on my website were taken by me, I have 14 years of photography experience, the last 5 of which has been focused on birth photography.

Care philosophy

Every birth is unique and magical, whether it takes place at a birth center, hospital or at home, Each is beautiful and deserving of celebration. Every woman deserves a powerful and positive birth experience, no matter the situation. Contact me to learn more about my services, and how I can help you bring you child into this beautiful world.

Areas served

• Charlotte, NC

• Concord, NC

• Mint Hill, NC

• Matthews, NC

• Huntersville, NC

• Statesville, NC

• Fort Mill, NC

Reviews

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  Katie

  March 15, 2021 at 8:00 am | Client review

  Sabrina had attended my last two natural births as our doula, and will be our doula again in a few weeks for a third birth. She is highly competent and understands how to use labor positions to help speed up labor, encourage dilation and promote comfort. She works well with the hospital staff and understands hospital procedures. She’s entirely respectful of my husbands role in the room, and supports him as he supports me. She’s also funny and easy to relate to, as well as kind and professional. In addition to providing labor support, she’s taken amazing birth photographs that I treasure. I highly recommend Sabrina as a doula.

When I say that God placed Doula work in my path, I truly mean it. I graduated from Millersville University with my Bachelor's in Social Work, so helping my community has always been a passion of mine. During the current COVID-19 pandemic, Diversifying Doulas was an amazing program created through an organization called Patients R Waiting, that fully funded women of color in Lancaster, PA to become Doulas for FREE, as well as serve pregnant women of color in the community for free with our services, funded through Patients R Waiting! I happened to be scrolling on Facebook, I came across the program, and the rest was fate. Since then, I am now a certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, and I am currently working towards my official DONA certification. With my background in Social Work and my deep empathy for advocating for women, becoming a Doula has been nothing short of empowering and amazing. Now, I aspire to share my newfound knowledge of the strength of women, as well as how to cope with labor, birth, and postpartum to help women experience pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period with confidence and support.

Care philosophy

I am so passionate about informed consent, and helping my mamas to be understand their options during labor and birth to create a birth plan, help mamas understand their bodies through comfort measures and understanding labor, as well as empowering mamas to advocate for their baby, their body, and their birth. I hope through my services to help educate, empower, and inform!

Areas served

• Lancaster, PA

I have been in the labor and birth field for more than 12 years. Birth Babes will enhance the birth experience while decreasing maternal/fetal mortality rates in our service area through educational, doula, and referral services. New life is always precious - we see to it that your bundle of joy arrives with safety top of mind.

Care philosophy

My passion is empowering and educating parents to achieve their birth goals. I provide the tools and resources needed to make informed decisions and take action. Our natural approach allows for a mother, father, and baby to get the most out of the birth process. We facilitate a calm, relaxing, and memorable birth. New life is always precious - we see to it that your bundle of joy arrives sa

Areas served

• York, PA

• Lancaster, PA

• Harrisburg, PA

• Hanover, PA

Reviews

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  Alison

  March 15, 2021 at 8:07 am | Client review

  Sarah is an amazing doula. She was so present, calm, comforting, and just all around a joy to be with. She made my labor and delivery feel incredibly safe and as enjoyable as possible. In the toughest moments she never wavered. She helped me find more comfortable positions and went wherever I felt I needed to be. She laughed with me, encouraged me and supported me through everything. She was PERFECT and Pregnant herself and not once did that take away or distract from my experience! If you are pregnant, I highly recommend Sarah!

As a nurse, I believe in evidence-based information, so that a birthing person can make the best-informed decisions for themselves and their family. Support should be unbiased and unconditional. I became a doula because I found that there is a large need for birthing people to be their own empowered advocates during births. There is also a need for support during labor, in which the nursing staff no longer provides (25% of nurses time is actually patient care.) When hiring us, you will have 2 birth doulas, who work in a partnership to ensure you have care continuity.

Care philosophy

(You can find us at www.dauphincountydoulas.com) "Empower. Inform. Support." Be informed about your options and fully supported, so you can be empowered at your birth. We provide birth and postpartum doula services to expecting parents. Whether first time or fifth time parents, whether birthing in a hospital or attended at home, whether single or multiples, we will provide services.

Areas served

• Dauphin County PA

• Harrisburg, PA

• Camp Hill, PA

• Hershey, PA

• Mechanicsburg, PA

• Lebanon, PA

• Enola, PA

• Carlisle, PA

• Dillsburg, PA

• New Cumberland, PA

• Chambersburg, PA

• Lancaster, PA

Reviews

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  Molly

  June 15, 2022 at 10:50 am | Peer review

  Amy is knowledgeable and friendly. She listens to and meets the individual needs of each of her moms. She is caring, professional and a wonderful person to work with and be around.

My calling to this life began after a very difficult and traumatic birth of my first baby. I knew it was wrong and I knew if I had someone there for me, it would have been okay. I knew I was being called to be that someone for others. I focus on relaxation techniques as well as focusing on the birthing partner to help me best support my clients. My trainings are in fertility, pregnancy, birth, bereavement, rebozo, relaxation, placenta, and so many more. I truly believe every birth, regardless of where or how, can be beautiful. I am a full spectrum birthkeeper and member of the LGBTQ community. I support any and all families, POC, IVF, lgbtq, stillbirth, abortion, etc

Care philosophy

My philosophy is that pregnancy, labor, and birth are as much mental as they are physical. No two experiences will ever be the same, but my ability to adapt to each family’s needs is what my families appreciate most.

Areas served

• York county and surrounding

• Carroll county, Md