Shelbie C. | Birth Doula in Portland, TX

Shelbie the Doula

    Practice overview

    I have two children, and I had two very different journeys to becoming their mother. I know firsthand that no pregnancy, birth or postpartum experience is the same as another, but I believe everyone deserves to have a beautiful journey regardless. Every birth giver deserves to have the knowledge to make the correct decisions for themselves, and the respect to get what they want.

    I struggled with Unexplained Secondary Infertility when trying to conceive my second child. During the fertility testing, medication, shots, and eventually pregnancy, I read and read and read so many books on fertility, pregnancy, conception and birth. I became fascinated with the process; that infatuation is what led to my desire to become a doula. I want to turn everything I've read, and everything I've learned during my doula training into helping provide a safe space for birth givers to dream of what they want, and to help them become empowered to advocate for their desires. I'm there with the guidebook, but it's your job to implement the steps.

    I am a full-spectrum doula. I provide guidance and support in all aspects of the birthing process. I have a heart to help you during your journey in whatever form you want, whatever steps you take.

    Years experience

    1

    Families supported

    5

    Birth Rate

    1200

    Care philosophy

    I believe all births are beautiful, and all birthing people deserve to have the pregnancy, birthing and postpartum experiences they want. I believe no matter the journey you choose, you deserve to be fully informed in your decisions so that you can be fully confident in your choices. I will create a safe space and help you advocate for those choices so that you can feel empowered as a birth giver

    Services

    • Adoption doula support
    • Bereavement doula support
    • Birth doula support
    • Fertility doula support
    • Postpartum doula support
    • Virtual doula support

    Specialties and Experience

    • Clients on bed rest
    • Families conceiving with ART and IVF
    • High-risk pregnancy
    • Induced and high medical technology labor and birth
    • Previous birth trauma and/or birth injury

    Care settings

    • Birthing center
    • Home
    • Hospital

    Languages

    • English

    Credentials

    • Doula Trainings International

    Connect

    Pricing packages

    The Birth Doula
    $ 1800
    Includes 2 in-person prenatal meetings, doula support during labor and birth, and 1 postpartum meeting in the comfort of your home.

    The Birth Day Doula
    $ 1200
    Doula support through labor and birth - includes the first conversation to go over important details

    The Family Planning Doula
    $ 50 /hr
    Includes everything from finding the best prenatal, connecting with an ObGYN or Midwife, creating your birth plan and making your baby registry. This plan is completely customizable to meet your needs.

    The Fertility Doula
    $ 50 /hr
    Support during fertility treatments and appointments. I will hold space for your questions, emotions, hopes and fears. Infertility can be a trying and confusing time - I will help you be a part of the conversation while making fully informed decisions.

    The Postpartum Doula
    $ 50 /hr
    Starting with 10 hours of postpartum care and support, and going up to 80 hours, I will come to your house to assist with baby, support you, help with light household chores, and provide guidance and comfort during the fourth trimester. I do not provide overnight support, but will be happy to assist you in finding the support person you need.

    Location

    Areas served

    • Portland, TX
    • Corpus Christi
    • Port Aransas
    • Aransas Pass
    • Coastal Bend Area of TX

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