Illuminating the Birth Process

Providing Birth Doula support and Placenta Encapsulation to the Ohio Valley and the Pittsburgh Area

Support. Advocacy. Vision.

In the Light Doula shares the goal of illuminating

the birth process through educating, supporting

birth choices, advocating for those choices and

guiding you to the birth you envision.

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Meet Your Doula

Hi! I’m Doula Amanda.

I am a momma, a wife, a lover of staying active, and a lover of learning. Supporting families’ choices during childbirth is my jam. The pelvis and pelvic floor is my peanut butter. Bringing them both together as a birth doula to help you experience the birth you envision is the perfect combo.

… if you are looking for a doula that is confident, adaptable to your needs and choices, and committed to helping you feel calm and in control, I’m the doula for you.

…if you are looking for someone to guide you through labor encouragingly, I’m the doula for you.

…if you are looking for someone to help you relax & resist tension, this is my yogi sweet spot, I’m the doula for you.

The birth of my son led me here to support you during one of the best, yet vulnerable, times of your life. Going through an experience that left me feeling defeated and tiny inspired me to help other families never feel the same way. I aim to do this by supporting you in an unbiased way as you plan and navigate choices during birth. No matter if you are choosing a home birth or a medicated hospital birth, I will respect your choices while providing individually tailored support aimed towards creating the best possible birth experience.

DONA Certified Birth Doula | Birth Doula | Pittsburgh Doula | Weirton Doula | Home Birth | Hospital Birth
Steubenville Prenatal Yoga | Weirton Prenatal Yoga | Wheeling Prenatal Yoga

What Makes Me Different?

Prenatal yoga focusing on alignment and hands-on pain relief during the last trimester.

Because of my background and training in yoga, I heavily incorporate breathing techniques in my coaching during your labor, during pregnancy I suggest ways to use your body mechanics/stretching/ and yoga to help prepare you for labor. During labor, I suggest positions and help you into them, to assist in the baby's descent and to create space in the pelvis- making labor faster and more comfortable!

Who wouldn’t want that?!

Why Use a Doula?

We Trust the Process…

Birth is a normal biological event that a woman’s body goes through. You and your body know how to give birth to your baby.

We Love Choice…

Doulas support all of your choices and help you explore all of the available options.

Continuous Care & Support…

You and your family are our only concern. We are continuously by your side supporting you (in whatever way you need).

Benefits…

Using a doula decreases the use of unnecessary interventions during birth, plus much more!

What Clients Are Saying…

  • Amanda was the saving grace in our birth experience. My husband and I still regularly talk about how thankful we were to have her during our birth of our first child. It was such a difficult, long labor and Amanda never left my side. We truly do not know what we would've done without her. Not only was she incredibly supportive and nurturing during labor, but the weeks leading up to it, she worked through so much with us. She is skilled and knowledgable and made us feel so confident and comfortable, knowing we had her with us. I cannot recommend her enough.

    -Caroline F.

  • Doula Amanda was the best! We felt supported throughout our entire pregnancy, and her support through labor and delivery was fabulous. Amanda's presence was warm and reassuring, and we felt respected and valued every step of the way. Would absolutely recommend!

    -Marcina S.

  • I didn't know I needed a doula but was intrigued by her knowledge preparing me for birth. I was scheduled for induction at 39 weeks and she arrived first thing, equipped with several props. This day was long and exhausting, she kept us company to pass time. This day I NEEDED A DOULA! Myself and especially my husband was distracted with simply her presence. Overnight she tracked contractions and guided me through yoga poses to ease my intense back labor. When presented with different options from my care team, she further explained the options and supported my decisions. Her professionalism and ability to be at the right hand of my Dr and delivery nurse came naturally, no one would have guessed it was her first experience. At 2:35pm my son -her nephew, was born unresponsive, a team rushed in, within a minute he was breathing and crying. She never left my side and reassured us until the moment he was laid in my arms. Per my request, she was taking photos of every moment that I will forever cherish. I can't imagine what would have been different if I didn't have a doula, but I do know I will never birth without one!

    -Lisa C.

  • Amanda was a superb Dula. I felt very listened to and supported. I really appreciated her hard work supporting me during my labor and especially how she encouraged my husband to support me both physically and emotionally. She was also so thoughtful and even took the time after my daughter had arrived to go out and get us food. Very kind and conscientious!

    -Sarah W.

  • I can't say enough good things about Amanda! She made me feel so informed and at ease about going into labor, and I truly believe my experience wouldn't have been as positive had she not been there. If you're looking for support before, during and after labor, I highly recommend having Amanda as your doula!

    -Erin A.

  • Amanda is awesome! She really helped make us feel informed leading up to the birth of my daughter. We are grateful to have had her help us prep. She also had a calming presence at the birth. We highly recommend her if you are looking for a doula.

    -Susan B.

  • In the Light Birth Doula is a gift to the region. From the initial consultation to postpartum care, Amanda was wonderful to work with. She is kind, knowledgeable, and empowering. The techniques she taught me during our prenatal visit helped me remain calm during my unmedicated second birth. The information on her portal helped me develop a birth plan that I felt confident in, and her prenatal yoga videos helped my physically prepare for birth and get my baby into an optimal birthing position. One of the main reasons I wanted a doula was to help me navigate pregnancy anxiety brought on by previous trauma and interventions. Amanda was able to help me make informed decisions that allowed me to go into labor feeling relaxed. She was a major reason why my unmedicated second birth was so successful, but she also helped me prepare for how I might handle an induction or epidural. I felt like no matter how I labored, Amanda had the guidance I needed to make the birth empowering. There is no one I would have rather had to help me bring my child into the world. The Ohio Valley is so lucky to have her, and I cannot recommend her enough!

    Allison D.

  • Amanda is the best no matter what services you need! She does not disappoint. She’s available at a moments notice. Great communicator!! So lucky to have found her through a friend!!

    M.H.

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