Melanie H. | Doula in Raleigh, NC

City of Oaks Doula, LLC

    Practice overview

    Hello! My name is Melanie and I am a wife and mama of 1! I enjoy spending time with my family, vacationing, listening to podcasts, and reading. I am a certified labor and postpartum doula! I offer pregnancy & birth support, evidence-based resources, breastfeeding support & education, postpartum care, and emotional support.

    Before becoming a doula, I obtained my BS degree in early childhood studies and an AAS degree in early childhood education. I have worked in the early childhood field for over 10 years as a teacher with children from 6 weeks- 5 years old and then became an assistant director of a preschool school. I would describe myself as having a servants heart. I have a passion for caring for children and their families!

    I decided to become a doula after giving birth to my daughter and facing the unknowns as a first time mama. I knew then I had to get certified so that I can share what I know from experience and have learned through trainings to be able to walk alongside families whether it’s their first birth or 3rd. I love being able to provide families with emotional, physical, mental, and informational support in a non-judgmental manner, while creating a relationship that’s confidential and trustworthy.

    I will provide your family with love and support as we partner together to welcome your newest little love to the family! I am excited to partner with you on this precious journey!

    Years experience

    3

    Families supported

    10

    Care philosophy

    I care for the whole family!

    Services

    • Evidence Based Birth classes
    • General childbirth education classes
    • Birth doula support
    • Postpartum doula support
    • Virtual doula support
    • In-home lactation visits
    • Virtual lactation visits
    • Placenta encapsulation

    Specialties and Experience

    • Cesarean birth
    • LGBTQ
    • People of color
    • Single parents

    Care settings

    • Birthing center
    • Home
    • Hospital

    Languages

    • English

    Credentials

    • Certified Labor Doula
    • CPR & First Aid
    • B.S in Early Childhood Studies
    • SIDS Certification
    • Certified Postpartum and Infant Care Doula

    • Kendra
      February 2, 2024 at 1:41 pm | Client review
      5 /5

      Melanie is the sweetest person,anytime I needed advice/help with my babies she was the one to reach out too..she always makes sure I’m okay

    • Tiffany
      February 3, 2024 at 7:29 am | Client review
      5 /5

      My experience with Melanie was excellent. She is very knowledgeable and very helpful in dealing with expecting moms and current moms. Melanie goes above and beyond for her patients to ensure they are receiving the best care possible. Highly recommended for all your pregnancy needs.

    • Annelise
      February 5, 2024 at 9:51 am | Client review
      5 /5

      We are thankful for Melanie and the help she has given our newly growing family. She has supported us from the very beginning of this journey to parenthood, and not only provided comfort, but helpful, informative, and reliable resources along the way.

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