birth is sacred. your support should be too.
detroit michigan birth doula
Birth is sacred. Your support should be too. I offer intuitive birth doula care with storytelling through photography—because this rite of passage deserves to be lived and remembered.
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What I offer
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Every birth is unique, but one truth remains the same. You are the expert on your body, your baby, and your birth. My role as your doula is to walk beside you as you strengthen your self trust and move through this season with clarity and confidence.
Preparation goes deeper than a checklist. Together, we reflect on your story, examine fears, and build the kind of confidence that protects the natural hormonal flow of labor. Fear is normal, but unaddressed anxiety can disrupt oxytocin. Our work centers on creating safety, clarity, and calm.
We create a detailed and personalized birth plan that reflects your values and your specific birthplace. I help you understand hospital language, ask informed questions, and prepare for multiple pathways, including cesarean birth if needed. Flexibility is strength. A positive and supported experience matters more than rigid expectations.
I go on call at 38 weeks and maintain clear communication. I honor your intuition and do not operate from rigid timelines about when labor is active enough. At the same time, I equip you with tools, rituals, and coping strategies so you feel steady navigating early labor. I use the BRAIN framework to support thoughtful decision making and provide education when requested, without overwhelm.
When labor begins, I bring calm presence and grounded support. I offer hands on comfort, emotional reassurance, and clear thinking in intense moments. As a birth photographer, I document your story respectfully and unobtrusively. Care always comes first. The camera simply preserves the strength and tenderness already present.
We also build an intentional postpartum plan during your prenatal visits, because recovery deserves preparation too. After birth, I return to support your transition and help you process your experience feeling seen and supported.
No matter how your birth unfolds, you deserve to feel safe, informed, and empowered. It is my honor to walk beside you in this sacred season.
Professional Training
Certified Birth Doula — Lifespan Doulas
VBAC Certified — The VBAC Link
Certified Birth Photographer — Birth Becomes You
Spinning Babies® Trained
Perinatal Loss Trained
CPR Certified
the doula experience includes:
step one:
connection
Once you reach out, I’ll send over a short questionnaire. This helps us both tune into alignment—your birth vision, values, and what kind of support you’re seeking. If it feels like a match, we’ll schedule a phone or virtual call to connect more deeply. I’m also happy to offer a complimentary in-person consultation for local families who prefer to meet face-to-face.
step two:
in-person prepartion
We’ll meet in person to begin building trust and laying the foundation for your care. This includes going over your birth preferences, exploring comfort techniques, and preparing your postpartum space. If you have a partner or birth team, they’re welcome too—so I can gently integrate into your circle of support.
step three:
on call birth support
Throughout your pregnancy, I’m available by phone for support, reassurance, and connection—whenever you need it. Beginning at 38 weeks, I’ll be on-call for your birth—ready to join when you feel it’s time. I offer intuitive, hands-on doula care while respectfully documenting your birth story. Whether your birth is fast and fiery or slow and sacred, I move in rhythm with your needs, always holding space for you to feel safe, seen, and supported.
step four:
postpartum follow-up
After baby arrives, I return with loving, practical support. This might include a nourishing meal, a warm debrief of your birth story, holding baby while you shower, or simply caring for you as you settle into this new chapter. You’ll also receive your birth images—delivered with the same care and reverence your story deserves.
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invesment
Private Pay
Medicaid
birth doula | Starts at $2000
Every birth experience is different, and your investment reflects the depth of care, time, and presence I bring to each family. My support includes continuous guidance throughout labor, thoughtful preparation leading up to birth, and a small complimentary gift of documentation to honor your story.
I am also a Carrot-approved provider and accept eligible Carrot Fertility benefits for doula care. For Medicaid clients, I accept coverage up to the approved rate.
I now accept Medicaid. All Medicaid families receive the same full-spectrum doula support, including prenatal visits, continuous labor care, and postpartum follow-up.
As part of this care, you will also receive complimentary birth photography. Medicaid clients receive a smaller selection of hand-edited images rather than a full gallery, with the option to upgrade if desired.
Because there are different types of Medicaid plans in Michigan, I am credentialed to accept some, but not all. Please inquire to confirm whether I am able to accept your specific plan.
brenda m.
"Each photo captured genuine emotions and unique moments, showcasing her ability to tell a story through her lens.
She was not only skilled but also incredibly personable, making me feel at ease throughout the shoot. She took the time to understand my vision and offered creative suggestions that enhanced the final result. The quality of the images was outstanding—crisp, beautifully composed, and perfectly edited.
""Whenever and however you intend to give birth, your experience will impact your emotions, your mind, your body, and your spirit for the rest of your life."
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