Our mission is simple:
To help you embrace this crazy, beautiful, messy, wonderful adventure known as birth & parenthood.
At Embrace Doulas, we are here to support you with deep compassion, to instill confidence, and to share our wisdom. We enter your space without an agenda. We show up without bias. We bring comfort and a gentle warmth. We honor the value of being truly heard. You are seeking a doula, which means you are thoughtfully preparing for your experience, whether it’s the profound journey of birth, the quiet unfolding of postpartum, or the tender days of caring for your baby. With the support of our knowledgeable, nurturing team, you will feel empowered every step of the way. Wherever you are in your journey, we look forward to meeting you there.
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Posted on Julinette BaileyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Working with Dana as my birth doula was truly one of the best decisions I made. Twice. She supported me during both of my pregnancies, seven years apart (2018 and 2025), and the moment I found out I was expecting my second baby, I knew without hesitation that I wanted her by my side again. Dana has such an incredible depth of knowledge when it comes to everything birth-related. I’m someone who likes to understand every detail, and she was always there to answer my questions in a way that felt both informative and reassuring. Like talking to a trusted friend. During my second delivery, Dana’s presence made an even bigger impact. Dana didn't hesitate to call the nurses for me as many times as needed. She payee close attention to what I was saying and how I was feeling and is because of her that there was a nurse in place just in time to catch my baby. I truly believe that moment could have gone very differently without her. It speaks volumes about her attentiveness, experience, and dedication. Having Dana as my birth doula has been such a blessing. I will forever be grateful for her support, guidance, and the calm confidence she brought to both of my birth experiences. My husband was very grateful for her as well.Posted on L. MooreTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I decided relatively last minute in the scheme of pregnancy timeline to move ahead with having a doula. After posting on my local Facebook page, multiple people recommended Embrace and I could not be happier to have gone with them! I was paired with Brittany as my primary and Deshonda as my secondary after having a call with Dana, who was super sweet. The in person meeting with Brittany and Deshonda was very informative, and then literally cannot imagine my delivery without Brittany! She is amazing! Using Embrace is 100% worth it and you won't be able to imagine giving birth without a doula.Posted on Rachel DeppenschmidtTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 10/10 experience from start to finish. We initially met with Dana, owner and founder of Embrace Doulas. After our introductory call, my wife and I were paired with Brittany and Monica- Brittany being our primary doula and Monica our backup in the event Brittany was unable to make our birth. Brittany was scheduled to go on vacation but we were so happy to be paired with both her and Monica, as we would have been so content and comfortable with either of them attending and supporting our birth. Monica showed up to every meeting right alongside Brittany - we even had a group chat where both were incredibly helpful right from the start. Even Dana would reach out checking in to make sure everything was going well throughout my pregnancy! With every ounce of luck possible, I went into labor two days prior to Brittany's departure. What a blessing that was. Brittany was so helpful and hands on from the moment we met her. Between answering crazy first time mom questions and concerns throughout my pregnancy, texts checking in especially as it got closer to go-time (I was almost a full week late) & literally hands on support the day I went into labor. Brittany provided support in ways that I did not know we needed. Not only for myself but for my wife as well. We were thrown many hoops and obstacles the day of our delivery and if we didn’t have Brittany to help cope with each wrench thrown into our birth plan, I probably would have had a *very* different ending to my birth experience. After everything, Brittany is now considered like family. She still receives pictures and updates of our little girl, and is never getting removed from our new years card list! Once we finally get the ball rolling for baby number 2, we will definitely be requesting Brittany and using embrace doulas again. Truly worth every penny… you’re paying for so much more than day-of support and I couldn’t thank Dana, Brittany, & Monica enough for all the support we received and continue to receive months later.Posted on Allie CrisantiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dana and her team are the best. I worked personally with Dana and Stephanie for almost an entire year navigating 2 pregnancies and a miscarriage. Dana was gracious and kind enough to help me navigate both loss and birth under the same contract and counseled me through multiple stressful moments during my full term pregnancy as well. During labor Dana coached me through the whole process and allowed me to reach my labor goals. This company really is amazing!Posted on Holly ArmbrusterTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Incredibly grateful to have had Victoria by my side during my labor! Having someone by your side with a doula knowledge that knows your wants and is able to check and help advocate for you is Incredibly important. Especially if your situation ends up being different than planned. Victoria was exceptional with this. I couldnt be more thankful for her. She was there for me throughout my pregnancy as well. I had conference calls with her and was able to run anything by her. I had a group chat with her and Kat for any questions. Kat was there for me as well in case Victoria wasnt available which I loved! Victoria and Kat visited my house and reviewed my whole plan A and B with me while I pregnant. Made me feel confident and safe. Cant recommend Victoria enough!! Thank you so much!Posted on SeanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dana at Embrace Doulas! We took her three session/week child birth education class, as we prepared for our family’s first baby. From start to finish, it exceeded every single expectation we had. Dana was not only deeply knowledgeable, but also incredibly warm, supportive, and passionate about her work. Dana created such a safe and empowering space for me and my wife to learn. Dana routinely stayed late to ensure that the curriculum was covered in full despite the delays we caused with all our questions. Each class Dana gave us thoughtful handouts and checklists to take away some of the mental load associated with childbirth preparation/planning, which is HUGE by itself. We felt the curriculum was comprehensive, digestible, well-organized, and really met us where we were at. Dana literally bent over backwards at times to ensure we understood certain birthing positions. We came away feeling much less anxious about the challenge that is childbirth. Dana helped us take the mental steps into childbirth with a broad foundation of knowledge as well as a framework for how to navigate and manage decisions during our unique experience. I will recommend her class to every first time parent I ever meet.Posted on Amber defeliceTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank God for Dana! My husband and I welcomed our sweet boy in October and I don’t know if I could have gone unmediated without her. She helped me breathe through every contraction and help my husband with where and how to support me through labor and delivery. It was honestly a wild ride that I am so thankful I was blessed to do! 10/10 recommend Dana and her team a thousand times over!Posted on Lea McQuistonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It’s difficult to put into words the impact Embrace Doulas have had on our family. These women are a source of knowledge, comfort, and support through the most delicate of times. They provide answers and information without judgment of the question and they empower you to advocate for yourself throughout your pregnancy and birthing experience. They also provide support and education for your partner, who then is better equipped to help you in ways that are constructive. Above all they are exponentially kind; the type of women and mothers you would want to have as friends. I have had 3 children with Dana and Steph’s support and would want them there for us again and again.Posted on Corrin WilliamsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I truly cannot put into words how supportive DeShonda was during my whole entire pregnancy and labor & delivery journey. From the beginning, I always voiced how anxious I can be and different concerns I came across, being that this was my first pregnancy. There was not a time where I felt as if I could not reach out to Dee, or Kat 🥰. No matter the day or time, she was always attentive and quickly responded. When it came to my labor and delivery, things did not go as planned, but the entire time Dee was there speaking positivity and words of encouragement the entire time. She made me feel heard when there were times I couldn’t find the strength for myself and always explained everything to me during the process. I truly would not have gotten through those 30+ hours of labor without Dee! Even my partner and mother expressed their gratitude. Although I do not plan on having another one anytime soon, when the time comes, I will FOR SURE hope to have Dee on my team again 🩷Posted on Caitie LeeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The Embrace team was AMAZING throughout my entire pregnancy and birth experience. The support, encouragement, and genuine care was above and beyond. I highly recommend Dana and her team! — After our first experience with Embrace Doulas (initial review above), we hired Dee (primary) and Dana (back up doula) as our doulas to welcome our second baby! Again, the overall experience, the support, and care was nothing but excellent. Dee’s kind heart, encouragement, and care was just like having a close friend or sister in the room during labor and delivery! I can’t recommend Embrace enough!
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