Doulas in Minnesota

Hiring a doula in Minnesota

A doula is a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to a mother before, during and shortly after childbirth to help her achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible.

Doulas are not medical professionals, but they are an invaluable asset to have on your birth team. They are there to provide support and guidance, answer any questions you may have, and help you advocate for yourself and your baby.

There are many things a doula can help with, but here are some of the most common:

1. Creating a birth plan: A doula can help you figure out what you want and need for your birth, and then help you communicate those wishes to your care provider.

2. Staying calm and relaxed: Childbirth is an intense experience, both physically and emotionally. A doula can help you stay focused and calm during labor, which can help you manage the pain and make better decisions.

3. Pain management: A doula can provide counter-pressure during contractions, help you find comfortable positions, and offer massage and other relaxation techniques.

4. Breastfeeding support: A doula can help you get started with breastfeeding, and provide guidance and support if you run into any difficulties.

5. Postpartum support: A doula can help you recover physically and emotionally after childbirth, and adjust to life with a new baby. They can also provide guidance on newborn care and breastfeeding.

Top doula businesses in Minnesota

Below are some of the best doula businesses in Minnesota:

Business Name	Rating	Categories	Phone Number	Address
Midwest Doulas	23 reviews	Doulas, Childbirth Education, Lactation Services	+16122342208	836 Ottawa Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55107
Birth & Soul	4 reviews	Doulas, Lactation Services	+19523806620	Minneapolis, MN 55408
Better Beginnings	6 reviews	Doulas, Lactation Services, Placenta Encapsulations	+16517476954	Saint Paul, MN 55104
Wholly Mama Birth Doula	4 reviews	Doulas	+16513357152	St Paul, MN 55101
Blissful Beginnings	1 review	Doulas, Nanny Services, Child Care & Day Care	+17159770249	1063 Weir Dr, Ste 300, Woodbury, MN 55125
Flutterby Birth Services	1 review	Educational Services, Doulas	+16125642442	7801 E Bush Lake Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55439
Doula Minnesota	5 reviews	Doulas, Yoga	+16128027856	Saint Paul, MN 55101
Amma Parenting Center	19 reviews	Parenting Classes	+19529262229	4820 W 77th St, Ste 105, Edina, MN 55435
Birth Made Beautiful	6 reviews	Doulas, Lactation Services, Childbirth Education	+17154181470	Hudson, WI 54016
Rocksteady Life	3 reviews	Doulas, Reiki, Counseling & Mental Health	+16515600878	275 E 4th St, Ste 812, Saint Paul, MN 55101
The JWC	1 review	Doulas, Health Coach	+16128750335	Minneapolis, MN 55408
Twin Cities Birth Center	14 reviews	Midwives, Obstetricians & Gynecologists	+16518952520	968 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105
Gentle Souls Bodywork	4 reviews	Reiki, Reflexology, Doulas	+16122762058	Saint Paul, MN 55101
Amy Heilman Doula	1 review	Doulas, Yoga	+15073516285	3729 Columbus Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407
North Star Midwifery	9 reviews	Midwives, Prenatal/Perinatal Care	+16515877029	1854 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105
Minnesota Birth Center	11 reviews	Midwives, Prenatal/Perinatal Care	+16125455311	2606 Chicago Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55407
Mystic Roots Birth Services	1 review	Doulas	+16124066898	Plymouth, MN 55441
Ihotu Jennifer Ali – Sweet Water Wellness	1 review	Doulas, Massage Therapy, Lactation Services	+19522124499	406 Cedar Lake Rd S, Clear Holistic Therapies, Minneapolis, MN 55405
Jennifer Birth Doula	4 reviews	Doulas	+13032043137	Prior Lake, MN
Welcome Baby Care	5 reviews	Lactation Services, Doulas	+19529425676	7900 International Dr, Ste 300, Bloomington, MN 55425
Doula Aileen	1 review	Doulas, Childbirth Education, Placenta Encapsulations	+16124089035	Saint Paul, MN 55114
Active Health Chiropractic	4 reviews	Chiropractors, Acupuncture, Prenatal/Perinatal Care	+19522013420	876 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104
Willow Midwives	6 reviews	Midwives, Prenatal/Perinatal Care, Lactation Services	+16123455920	3033 Excelsior Blvd, Ste 585, Minneapolis, MN 55416
Twin Cities Midwifery	1 review	Midwives, Home Health Care	+16122345881	4201 44th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Yoga Mama	1 review	Yoga, Doulas	+16126364816	1121 Jackson St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418
birthED	3 reviews	Childbirth Education, Doulas, Lactation Services	+16122160877	6 6th Ave N, Ste 2, Hopkins, MN 55343
Turner Linda MD	1 review	Obstetricians & Gynecologists	+16126722900	701 25th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55454
Travis Marsha Cnm	1 review	Obstetricians & Gynecologists, Midwives	+16126722900	701 25th Ave S, Ste 402, Minneapolis, MN 55454
Le Grá Birth Services	2 reviews	Doulas, Placenta Encapsulations, Session Photography	+19513976264	Minneapolis, MN 55418
Everyday Miracles	1 review	Childbirth Education, Community Service/Non-Profit, Doulas	+16123536293	1121 NE Jackson St, Ste 100, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Roots Community Birth Center	1 review	Midwives, Doulas	+16123382784	1901 44th Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55412
A Velvet Touch Massage & Wellness	1 review	Massage Therapy, Reiki, Doulas	+16125127120	12450 Wayzata Blvd, Ste 225, Minnetonka, MN 55305

Individual Doulas in Minnesota by price:

We have also compiled a list of individual doulas working in Minnesota and their prices. Please see this table and reach out to us if you are a doula and would like to be included:

Doulas in Minnesota

wdt_ID	Name	Clinic Name	Birth Fee	Postpartum Rate - hourly	Clients per month	Type of practice	Contact	Birth Doula Certifications	Birth Doula Experience	Postpartum Doula Experience	Doula Training	Type of Practice	Attends Hospital Births	Attends Birth Center Births	Attends Home Center Births	College Education	Relevant volunteer or advocacy work	Fee details	Phone	State	Full Address	Service Range
2409	Danielle Cincoski CD(DONA) Hypnobirthing, Placenta Encapsulation	Dani The Doula	$1,100	30	1 to 3 births and 1 postpartum families	Solo practice	https://www.danithedoula.com	HypnoBirthing (Mongan Method) - Professional Doula Training Certification	7 years and 274 births attended	4 years and 15 families served	DONA International, January 2014	Type of practice: Solo practice	Attends hospital births? All Hospitals	Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers	Attends home births? Any Home BirthI also had a home birth for my 3rd and 4th babies!	AA/AS	Former Board Member of The Childbirth Collective: St. Paul Site Coordinator 2014-2018, Spinning Babies Trained, Former Grief and Birth Doula at Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury MN, Former Doula Intern Graduate of The Minnesota Birth Center,	2 prenatal meetings, Labor, optional postpartum visit. Additional information can be found at www.danithedoula.com	651-261-1595	Minnesota	Forest Lake, MN	70 miles
2410	Heather Pound	Mama & Sprout	$900 to $1100		1 to 2	Solo practice	http://www.mamaandsprout.com/	HypnoBirthing (Mongan Method) - Professional Doula Training Certification	10 years and 115 births attended		DONA International, June 2013,ProDoula, April 2016	Type of practice: Solo practice	Attends hospital births? All HospitalsHospitals within a 25 mile radius of St. Paul	Attends birth center births? All Birth CentersBirth Centers within a 25 mile radius of Minneapolis	Attends home births? Any Home BirthWith attending CNM or LM	BA/BS	Volunteer work with Twin Cities Doula Project; a non-profit, offering services to all families regardless of race, religion and ability to pay.	My fees include a (complimentary) interview at a time and location that work for you, two prenatal visits in your home or at a convenient location, labor support before, during and after the birth of your child(ren), one postpartum visit in your home. In addition, once hired, I am on call as needed 24 hours/day to support you in this journey. I look forward to meeting you! Please talk to me about payment plans if needed.		Minnesota	Saint Paul, MN	30 miles
2411	Katie Slack \| CAB Trained Birth Doula, Bereavement Doula	Sacred Waters	$600 to $800		1 to 3	Solo practice	https://www.sacredwatersbirthservices.com/				Self-trained, June 2021	Type of practice: Solo practice	Attends hospital births? All Hospitals	Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers	Attends home births? Any Home Birth	BA/BS	I am a member of the Twin Cities Childbirth Collective, and I have served/currently serve on bereavement and loss committees at the Mother Baby Center at Abbott Northwestern and Children's MN Hospitals and Clinics.	I’m a professionally trained birth doula, trained through Community Aware Birthworker doula training (formerly Enlightened Mama). I also have grief and loss expertise, and offer bereavement doula services for pregnancy and infant loss. I'm the mother of four, and bring the wisdom I've gained from my own birth stories! I'm passionate about encouraging, educating, and empowering birthing people and families. Each birth is a transformational experience, and it is my honor to support you and your birth. Whatever your birth preferences, I am there to support you throughout your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum time. My birth doula package includes a complimentary interview, 2+ prenatal visits, 2 postpartum visits, and continuous emotional, physical, and informational support throughout your labor and birthing time. I provide 24/7 on call support. I will be with you during active labor, birth, and for a time after birth for bonding support, feeding support, and photos as desired.	2182207290	Minnesota	Saint Paul, MN	60 miles
2412	Sue Chargo, ICBD, ICCE, (ICEA) Doula, Educator, Lactation Counselor	New Heart Doula Care, LLC	$1600 to $3000	$40 to $45	2 to 4 births and 2 to 4 postpartum families	Solo practice	https://www.newheartdoula.com	International Childbirth Education Association (ICEA) - Certified Birth Doula	20 years and 463 births attended	11 years and 83 families served	International Childbirth Education Association (ICEA), September 2014	Type of practice: Solo practice	Attends hospital births? All Hospitals	Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers	Attends home births? Some Home BirthsI attend home births for clients planning midwife-assisted deliveries. My liability insurance does not cover unassisted births.	BA/BS	I volunteer at PTN (parent topic nights) for the Childbirth Collective	You’re having a baby! This is truly one of the most significant things you’ll ever do. I believe wholeheartedly that birth is among the most extraordinary experiences we can have in this life. Supporting women and their families through my doula services is a high calling, one I’m very passionate about. My fee includes 2 prenatal visits, labor and delivery and 1 postpartum visit. I am always available by phone, email and text and am on call for you 2 weeks prior to your EDD until your baby is born. I am a full-time birth doula, and will provide you with a high level of professionalism, commitment, and expertise. I provide extended postpartum help for an additional fee. I have extensive experience with breastfeeding and newborn care and recently added overnight help to my postpartum packages! Did you know that you are able to use your HSA or medical FSA plans to pay for the costs of a certified doula providing continuous labor support?	612-723-8221	Minnesota	Wayzata, MN	60 miles
2413	Anastasia Garcia	Anastasia Birth Doula	$650 to $850		1 to 2	Solo practice	http://anastasiabirthdoula.com	HypnoBirthing (Mongan Method) - Professional Doula Training Certification	2 years and 25 births attended		DONA International, March 2018,HypnoBirthing, May 2019	Type of practice: Solo practice	Attends hospital births? All Hospitals	Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers	Attends home births? Any Home Birth	MA/MS	Certified HypnoBirthing Doula, Health Foundations Birth Center Intern Graduate, DONA-International Birth Doula Training, Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, ***can understand most of what is spoken in Russian, but have lost the ability to fluently speak Russian	I believe that all pregnant people and their birthing partners should be empowered throughout their birth experience. I believe in supporting pregnant people to have the birth experience they choose, however they define it. I believe that supporting the partner is just as important as supporting the birthing person and working with other team members is key in this process. Each birth is entirely unique. It is your own special story and I would love to help you write it.	715-218-4824	Minnesota	Saint Paul, MN	40 miles
2414	Sheila Holz	BIRTH AND BEYOND EMPOWERED DOULA SERVICES, LLC	$950 to $1350	$25 to $35	1 to 4 births and 1 to 4 postpartum families	Solo practice	http://www.birthandbeyondempowered.com	Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association (CAPPA) - Certified Labor Doula,DONA International - Certified Birth Doula,Hypnobabies - Certified Hypno-Doula,Stillbirthday - Certified Birth and Bereavement Doula,DONA International - Certified Postpartum Doula	18 years and 80 births attended	15 years and 25 families served	DONA International, April 2006,Childbirth and Postpartum Professional Association (CAPPA), January 2015	Type of practice: Solo practice	Attends hospital births? All HospitalsI will educate you to be your own advocate during labor and delivery.	Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers	Attends home births? Any Home BirthI do not attend unassisted births.		Postpartum doula: Day $25/hour Overnights $35/hour		(651) 341-7022	Minnesota	Farmington, MN	50 miles
2415	Linda Sarna, CD(DONA), CLC, CST, HCHD & Spinning Babies	Lin’Doula	$1,200		1 to 3	Solo practice	https://www.lindoula.com/	DONA International - Certified Birth Doula,Hypnobabies - Certified Hypno-Doula	3 years and 30 births attended		DONA International, November 2018	Type of practice: Solo practice	Attends hospital births? All Hospitals	Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers	Attends home births? Any Home BirthI attend home births with a CNM or CM present		Doula services include: 1 or 2 prenatal visits (not including the initial 'meet me' visit), 1 prenatal CST / Mayofascial release session, full time on-call support starting two weeks prior to and after your due date, attendance of the labor and immediately afterward until you are ‘settled’ in at home, hospital, or birth center, 1 postpartum visit, unlimited phone/email/text support/information and research support. VIRTUAL DOULA SERVICES AVAILABLE		9522509275	Minnesota	Minnetonka, MN	45 miles
2416	Nicole Bengtson CD(DONA) & HypnoBirthing	Belly to Baby Birth Doula LLC	$1000 to $1200		1 to 4	Solo practice	https://www.bellytobabybirthdoula.com	DONA International - Certified Birth Doula,HypnoBirthing (Mongan Method) - Professional Doula Training Certification	4 years and 81 births attended		DONA International, December 2016,HypnoBirthing, October 2017	Type of practice: Solo practice	Attends hospital births? All Hospitals	Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers	Attends home births? Any Home BirthI will attend home births with a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) or Certified Midwife (CM) present within a 30 mile radius.	BA/BS	Professional member of Evidence Based Birth®, member/volunteer of the Twin Cities Childbirth Collective and a member/volunteer of the Minnesota Valley Mothers of Multiples.	I’m a professional, certified birth doula, HypnoBirthing doula & BRAVA Core & Pelvic Floor birth worker. I’m also a mom of multiples! I love to accompany, support & educate birthing families, whether it be your first or your fourth! I believe every birthing person should have love and support throughout what can be the most challenging & rewarding experience of their life. Whether your preference is for minimal medical intervention or a planned cesarean, I will support you from pregnancy through birth! My birth doula package includes a complimentary interview, two prenatal visits, one postpartum visit, and continuous physical, emotional and educational support before, during and shortly after childbirth. 24/7 on-call support. I will be with you during active labor, birth and shortly after to provide support and take photos. Additionally, I am trained in Spinning Babies®, Gilligan's Guide to Maternal Positioning and work with using pure, therapeutic-grade essential oils if desired.	(612) 930-2256	Minnesota	Rosemount, MN	30 miles
2417	Kristen Wanta	Allora Birth & Wellness	$900	30	1 to 2 births and 1 to 2 postpartum families	Solo practice	http://www.allorabirth.com	DONA International - Certified Birth Doula	1 years	1 years	DONA International, July 2020,Modern Doula Education, October 2020	Type of practice: Solo practice	Attends hospital births? All HospitalsI attend hospital births at all hospitals across the Twin Cities metro area	Attends birth center births? All Birth CentersI attend births at all area birth centers!	Attends home births? Any Home BirthI attend home births across the metro. Prior agreement about the role and scope of a doula will be discussed.	BA/BS	I enjoy contributing and giving back to the community! I am a member and volunteer with the Twin Cities Childbirth Collective. I am also an independent doula with Everyday Miracles. I am passionate about advocating for social justice, elevating underrepresented voices in the birth space, reproductive rights, lactation support (especially when returning to work), and early childhood brain development.	Sliding-scale fee available. Birth support: 50% of service fee is due at time of hire, remaining 50% due by 35th week of pregnancy. Postpartum support: Purchase must be a minimum of 3 hours.		Minnesota	Saint Paul, MN	40 miles
2418	Lioness Gergen	Lioness Birth	$900		0 to 4	Solo practice					DONA International, November 2017	Type of practice: Solo practice	Attends hospital births? No Hospitals	Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers	Attends home births? Any Home Birth		BIRTH ATTENDANT TRAINING Perth, Australia; Cairo, Egypt; Hyderabad, India * Lion was the Primary Birth Attendant during 23 births at Government Maternity Hospital in Hyderabad during the 2006-2007 year. While not performing as Primary Birth Attendant at GMH, Lion stayed active performing as back-up for labor support, caring for new babies after birth, as well as routine post-partum support in some instances, in an additional 103 births. Prior to her learning at the Maternity hospital, Lion performed routine antenatal appointments in Cairo during 2006 - and loved every minute of her volunteer position!! BIRTH DOULA TRAINING DONA Int'l; *Since becoming a Birth Attendant Lion trained as a Birth Doula in the USA. She has had the honor & privilege to attend another 2 births in the States as a birth doula. Lion is also mother to a wonderful son of her own.		9524657233	Minnesota	Chaska, MN	50 miles
	Name	Clinic Name	Birth Fee	Postpartum Rate - hourly	Clients per month	Type of practice	Contact	Birth Doula Certifications	Birth Doula Experience	Postpartum Doula Experience	Doula Training	Type of Practice	Attends Hospital Births	Attends Birth Center Births	Attends Home Center Births	College Education	Relevant volunteer or advocacy work	Fee details	Phone	State	Full Address	Service Range

Doulas in Minnesota: Business Spotlight

Doula in Austin, MN

Karrie Green
Certified Labor and Postpartum Doula
Serving Southeastern MN and Northeastern Iowa

Business Name: Green Touch Doula Care
Email: greentouchdoula@gmail.com
Website: greentouchdoula.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/greentouchdoula/

Experience:

I am a certified Birth and Postpartum Doula through Madriella and am trained and currently certifying through Birth Arts International as a Birth Doula.

Services Offered:
Services included in my fee are:

-1 Free Interview
-2 Prenatal visits
-Continuous support during pregnancy via text/email
-In person continuous support during labor and delivery
-Immediate postpartum/breastfeeding support usually between 1-2 hours or as needed
-1 In-home postpartum visit between 2 days-2 weeks postpartum
-Unlimited breastfeeding support as needed via text and/or in person
-Unlimited postpartum support via text
-Available for hire for additional in person postpartum support
-Lending library
-Birth ball rental

Doula in St. Cloud, MN

Kelsey Heitzman

Business Name:  Whole Birth Doula Services
Email:  wholebirthdoulaservices@gmail.com
Website: Wholebirthdoulaservices.com
Phone:  320- 281-9237

Experience:

I am currently certifying through DONA international. I have experience in home birth, water birth, teen birth, induction and epidural birth.

Services Offered:
I provide services to the St. Cloud, MN area and surrounding cities.

Services included in my fee are:

1 Free Interview
2 Prenatal visits
On call 24/7 availability from 38weeks (or earlier if needed)
Continuous support during labor and delivery
Immediate postpartum care
Immediate breastfeeding support and log
1 In-home postpartum visit (within 2 weeks after delivery)

I also provide cloth diapering, babywearing, additional parental, breastfeeding/postpartum, and grief/prayer support/Ed.

Doula in Minneapolis, MN

Cheyenne Johnson

Business Name: Cheyenne the Doula
Email: Cheyennethedoula@gmail.com
Website: www.cheyennethedoula.com
Phone: 612-643-0015

Experience:

Cheyenne Johnson received her DONA-approved birth doula training in 2013, and has attended over 100 births. Her work is inspired by a passion for serving underrepresented communities like LGBTQ families and teen parents. Cheyenne’s background prior to becoming a doula includes serving as Education Coordinator for the Minnesota GLBTA Campus Alliance, and working as a math teacher for several years.

As a type-A person who has learned to relax, she has taught herself and many others how to release tension and relax. She specializes in guided relaxation between contractions to lower fatigue during labor, aromatherapy, massage, rebozo and other comfort techniques, Spinning Babies Optimal Fetal Positioning techniques, empowering partners to serve and support the birthing parent, and “holding the space” should difficult decisions need to be made.

Services Offered:
Cheyenne the doula provides birth doula and sibling doula services, as well as prenatal yoga classes in the Minneapolis and St. Paul metro area. I also provide photography and postpartum support.