Molly McConnell (She/Her/Hers)
Molly has been providing non-judgmental, compassionate, and empowering care during families’ unique pregnancy and parenting journeys since 2019. Honoring birth no matter what it looks like is her JAM! Her gentle, and (sometimes) funny, emotional approach to support is a direct effect of being raised by a therapist (thanks, mom). From working on advocacy skills, sharing the latest evidence-based information, and holding space for processing experiences, she loves helping families build the foundation they need to be able to bring life into the world.
Molly is a birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, cat-mom, sister, friend, daughter, soft-place-to-land, forever- learner, and advocate.
Training: Doula Trainings International (DTI), Birthing From Within, Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings (BADT), Austin Baby Guru.
Additional Training: Slow Doula Method, Birthing From Within Childbirth Mentor, BADT Full Spectrum Doula training, BADT Childbirth Educator Training, Austin Baby Guru Postpartum Doula Training, Anti-Racism and Implicit Bias in Maternal Health. BA in Sociology, BA in Feminist Studies.
Email: molly.healingbirthwork@gmail.com
Phone: (281) 813-3153
Website: http://healingbirthwork.com
Mia Mendoza (She/Her)
Mia is a certified birth and postpartum doula based in Austin, Texas. She began practicing in 2017 and has attended over 100 births. She specializes in low-intervention hospital births, but enjoys supporting families no matter where they choose to birth. As a VBAC mom herself, she loves supporting other moms through VBAC.
Training: DONA International, Austin Baby Guru
Additional Training: Massage/Acupressure for Labor Support, Spinning Babies, Rebozo for Labor Support
Email: mia@matriarchdoulacare.com
Phone: (832) 655-0766
Website:http://Matriarchdoulacare.com
ZOE MITCHELL (SHE/HER)
My name is Zoe, and I am an ABG-trained postpartum doula with a Master's in Integrative and Functional Nutrition. I aim to help people learn how to care for their new infant while maintaining their own self-care practices vital for complete mind/body healing. My bachelor’s degree in philosophy, graduate degree in holistic nutrition, and pre and postnatal yoga teaching experience merge into a science-based approach to care that takes into account the individual's unique needs.
Training: Austin Baby Guru
Additional Training: Flow-based Hatha Teacher Training 200 Hours, Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training 85 Hours, Advanced Anatomy & Sequencing 50 Hours, and CPR/AED/First Aid
Phone: 512-529-9467
Email: zderrow@gmail.com
Website: facebook.com/zoe.m.mitchell.austin
CIARRA MORGAN (SHE/HER)
My name is Ciarra and I am a HypnoBirthing Practitioner, Birth and Postpartum Doula, and Pediatric Sleep Consultant. I had my daughter in a hospital with an epidural and my son in a birthing center, unmedicated, with a doula. My goal is to help people have the birth THEY desire, no matter what that looks like. I would love to meet with you and see if we would be a good fit.
Training organization: Tiny Love Doula Certification, Stillbirthday Certified Doula
Additional Training: HypnoBirthing Certified Educator, Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Spinning Babies, TENS for labor
Email Address: Ciarra@EmpoweredBeginningsATX.com
Phone: 512-939-9163
Website: www.EmpoweredBeginningsATX.com
MACY MORROW (SHE/HER)
Parenthood is one of the most transformative experiences of life, yet the journey leading up to it, and the process after are hardly spoken of in candor. Through aiding my doula clients, I have found such reward in normalizing the unexpected, which frequently becomes the expected. It is my hope to facilitate an environment where clients feel informed and trusting of their body during birth. (However that looks like for them!)
Training: Doula Trainings International
Additional Training: Trauma Informed Care, Evidence Based Birth Instructor, Reproductive Health Coach, Implicit Bias in Perinatal Health
Phone: (806) 316-3465
Email Address: hellomotherlift@gmail.com
Website: www.motherlift.com
Lori Post (she/her)
Lori is a certified Postpartum Doula who is passionate about empowering others as they embrace their journey in welcoming a new addition home. Lori believes families come in many forms and, whether it is your first or fourth child, she loves supporting parents and caregivers find their strength and confidence as their family grows.
In addition to being a Postpartum Doula, Lori is certified as a Child Passenger Safety Technician, Baby Carrier Consultant, and holds an MS Ed in Higher Education and a BA in Sociology.
Training: Austin Baby Guru Postpartum Doula training, Postpartum Support International Perinatal Mood Disorders, Center for Babywearing Studies, Safe Kids CPST, Health & Human Services Breastfeeding Educator Program
Specialties: Perinatal Mood Disorders, Babywearing, Trauma Informed Care, Breastfeeding
Email: upliftparenting@gmail.com
Phone: (512) 810-0934
Website: www.upliftparenting.com
Courtney Rebold
Hey there! I’m Courtney and I am a birth & postpartum doula, wife, mother. Having always been interested in birth work, I knew that I had to follow the calling after the birth of my daughter. Pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period is a transformative time that needs a special kind of care. I will use all of my training, experience, and passion to ensure that you have all the support you need and that you feel heard and wholly nurtured.
Training Organization: DTI (Doula Trainings International)
Additional Training: CPR/First Aid, Slow Doula Method (DTI)
Email: boldbirthdoula@gmail.com
Kimmi Schonhorst (SHE/HER)
Kimmi has been serving Austin families since 2021 as a birth & postpartum doula. She strives to provide non-judgemental, trauma-informed support that is rooted in love, care, and compassion. As she works with clients, she provides evidence-based information, guides you to feel confident in your decisions, and holds space for the complexities of emotions that may arise. As a survivor of sexual violence, bodily autonomy and reproductive justice are core values of Kimmi's practice.
Training Organization: Birthing Advocacy Doula Training
Additional Training: Birth and Disability, Crisis Response for Birth Workers, Racism and Privilege in Birth Work, 200HR Yoga Teacher Training, CPR/First Aid, Birthing Beyond the Binary with king yaa
Phone: (972) 904-6447
Email: kimmithedoula@gmail.com
Website: kimmithedoula.com
SHELLEY SCOTKA
Shelley believes every person deserves loving care, accurate information and reassurance during the postpartum period. Her goal is to empower and nurture families so they can feel confident in their decisions surrounding their birth, babies and parenting. She's experienced with breastfeeding issues, postpartum mood disorders, and challenging babies. She has supported families gently and without judgment in North/Central Austin and Williamson County for over 20 years.
Training: ICEA, DONA, Lamaze, Birthing From Within
Other Specialties: Childbirth Education(ICEA certified); VBAC, previous birth trauma, mothers with postpartum difficulties, Breastfeeding Education (Tx Dept of Health)
Email: shelley.scotka@gmail.com
Phone: 512-468-8526
Website: www.shelleyscotka.com
Jenna Stingley
Jenna is a certified birth & postpartum doula (DTI) that has a passion for serving families in a holistic way. Previously working in full-time ministry, she felt pulled into birthwork after her own birth experience and has loved seeing how it is an extension of her former work: honoring every person for who they are, and offering support along their own distinct journey. She is here to act as a guide and a friend, bring a gentle and grounding presence to your birth space.
Training Organization: Doula Trainings International (DTI)
Additional Training: Rebozo, TENS for labor, CPR/First Aid, Spinning Babies, Aromatherapy, Baby-led sleep solutions, Cloth diapering, Babywearing, Breastfeeding support, Postpartum support, Implicit Bias Training
Email: jenna@lighterdays.com
Website: lighterdays.com
Sarah Sullivan (she/her)
I care for mothers and babies, support postpartum healing and facilitate integration into motherhood. I love providing practical hands-on support, as well as the education and resources you need to make the best choices for yourself and your family. My background in Psychology gives me a unique perspective in my doula work, and my personal journey of motherhood led me to study holistic and spiritual health. Passionate advocate of homebirth, homeschooling, and medical freedom.
Training Organization: Doula Trainings International Full Spectrum Doula
Additional Trainings: BA in Psychology, CPR certified
Phone: (305) 986-3483
Email: s2sullivan6@gmail.com
Website: www.doulasarahsullivan.com
Dionca Thompson
I am a Birth + Postpartum Doula, Certified Childbirth Educator and Newborn Care Specialist. My goal is to families the support and education they need to make informed decisions for their pregnancy and birth. I believe that pregnancydioncathedoula@gmail.com and childbirth are sacred processes, not medical emergencies. My approach to pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period is rooted in holistic, personalized, loving care. I am a sister to many and that can be felt in my work. I'd love to be a part of your village!
Training Organization: DONA, Academy of Certified Birth Educators, and Newborn Care Training Academy
Additional Training: Certified Childbirth Educator, Newborn Care Specialist, and CPR/BLS/AED
Phone: (913) 543-1335
Email: dioncathedoula@gmail.com
Website: www.dioncathedoula.com
Carly Walker (she/her)
I am a queer, full-spectrum doula, educator, and caregiver. My approach centers around the belief that all humans deserve to feel safe, seen, heard, and empowered. Our relationship is built on mutual respect, compassion, and trust. I will honor your family building goals while holding space for your choices. My family/person-centered approach is informed by lived experiences, evidence-based information, and trauma-informed care. I focus on providing affirming, accessible, and equitable care to my community and beyond.
Training Organization: Birthing Advocacy Doula Training (BADT) Full-Spectrum Doula, Giving Austin Labor Support (GALS) Birth/Postpartum Doula
Additional Training: Planning for Antiracist Care Work (Jen Sarduy), CPR/First Aid
Phone: (941) 840-3459
Email: cwalkerdoula@gmail.com
Website: carlywalkerdoula.com
Brigette Walters (she/her)
Brigette is a full-spectrum doula providing compassionate care and guidance to empower and uplift families during this season of life. She understands that every birth and parenting experience is unique, and creates a safe space that allows her clients to embrace where they are, while ensuring they have the guidance and support needed to instill confidence and promote feelings of connection and peace. Brigette serves as an advocate and active listener, providing steadfast, unconditional support free of judgment.
Training Organization: Doula Trainings International, Childbirth International
Additional Training: Certified Lactation Counselor in training, Spinning Babies, Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders, Trauma Informed Care for Birth & Postpartum Professionals, Infant & Adult CPR/First Aid Certified, BA in Elementary Education with focus in Early Childhood Development
Phone: (850) 341-9551
Email: brigette@lotusandluna-atx.com
Website: www.lotusandluna-atx.com
Justinna Welkley (she/her)
Having worked within families as a Childcare Specialist for over a decade, Justinna values open-mindedness and acceptance for every birthing person and their family. Justinna has cared for families as a postpartum doula since 2014, and a DONA certified birth doula since 2021. With the majority of her experience loving and supporting families with special medical and psychological needs, she focuses on utilizing both holistic and medicinal approaches to best care for each individual need.
Training Organization: DONA International and Mother Lift
Additional Training: CPR/AED Certified, Childhood Development, Early Childhood Psychology, Aromatherapy
Phone: (408) 279-9527
Melanie Wergin
Certified Full Spectrum Doula specializing in Prenatal, Childbirth and Postpartum care. My philosophy is education & preparation of both the birthing person and their birth partner / birth companion build confidence as they birth and as they bring their newborn home. I support both the birthing person as well as their partner, I am with you as your educator and as your own personal coach during this exciting time in your life.
Training: Doula Trainings International
Additional Training: HypnoBirthing Institute Educator; BA in Psychology from TTU
Phone: 214-552-7525
Email: MelanieL.Wergin@gmail.com
Website: www.DoulaGuidedCareATX.org
Renée Woodward
Renée LOVES her job! Empowering women and families since 1989. You can feel assured knowing she has decades of experience/education behind her. From Renée, you will receive the support you need from a compassionate Doula who has been there herself, offering nonjudgmental evidence-based support. A nurturing provider who will care for you during an exciting and delicate time.
Training: Doulas of Austin (PPD)/Gentle Ventures (NCS)/Lactation Education Resources (CBS)/ NECPA (CCP)
Other Specialties: Certified Newborn Care Specialist, Certified Childcare Professional, Certified Postpartum Doula, Certified Breastfeeding Specialist, Parent Educator, Doula Educator
Phone: (512) 293-6645
Email: HeyDoulaRenee@gmail.com
Website: HeyDoulaRenee.com
Amanda Wyszkowski
I have supported families as a doula since 2007. I believe every family deserves compassionate support during the sensitive postpartum period to help them rest and recover while developing confidence in their parenting. Together, we identify needs and goals for the day. I answer your questions about newborn care and development, feeding your baby, physical and emotional recovery, sleep expectations, and returning to work. I have additional training in breastfeeding support and postpartum mood disorders.
Training: DONA International, Austin Baby Guru,
Additional Training: Birthing from Within, Lamaze, ICEA, Texas Department of Health
Email: amandawyz@gmail.com
Phone: 512-787-0298
Website: www.amandawyz.com