Meet our Doulas and find the support you need

HSA/FSA eligible.

We are happy to provide details required for reimbursement.

Our doulas are a community of professionals. When you hire an Emerald City Doula, you hire a team. They are all formally trained and certified/pre-certified doulas who truly believe in the philosophy of non-judgmental physical, educational, and emotional support to parents and families. All doulas have also passed a background check.
 
We strive to ensure you are supported and cared for – and you can trust that your doula is responsible and knowledgeable. We are proud to serve King and lower Snohomish Counties. The support of a certified labor doula, postpartum doula, childbirth educator, postpartum placenta specialist, or massage therapist will help prepare you for the amazing journey of parenthood.

Meet our Doulas and find the support you need!

HSA/FSA eligible.

We are happy to provide details required for reimbursement.

Our doulas are a community of professionals. When you hire an Emerald City Doula, you hire a team. They are all trained certified/pre-certified doulas who truly believe in the philosophy of non-judgmental physical, educational, and emotional support to parents and families. All doulas have also passed a background check.

We strive to ensure you are supported and cared for – and you can trust that your doula is responsible and knowledgeable. Each of our affiliated doulas is proud to serve King and lower Snohomish Counties. The support of a certified labor doula, postpartum doula, childbirth educator, postpartum placenta specialist, sleep training consultant, or massage therapist will help prepare you for the amazing journey of parenthood.

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Christi | Co-Founder (they/them)

Doula training and certifications:  ProDoula Certified Elite Labor Doula, VBAC Specialist, ProDoula Certified Postpartum and Infant Care Doula,  ProDoula Certified Postpartum Placenta Specialist, ProDoula Certified Childbirth Educator, Infant Feeding Specialist

Christi has been working with and supporting children since 1983, and has worked as a doula since 2013. They have attended over 400 births, and Christi also has two children of their own.

Christi loves helping families as they begin their journey together, and feels it’s an honor and blessing to be allowed to take part in this very private rite of passage. Their gift of intuition allows them to provide comfort and nurturing, even when clients may not always be able to express what they need at the moment.

Other training, education, and experience: 

TENS Unit trained
Spinning Babies® trained
Prenatal, labor, and postpartum acupressure trained
Experience with multiples
Supporting infants with special needs
Experience with trans birthers & parents
Experience with Supplemental Nursing System (SNS)
Preemie support
Special interest in providing care for LGBTQ families and single parents
Sibling support

Non-judgmental support is very important to Christi. Their mission is to empower their clients and to show them that they are capable parents. No matter what birthing options and parenting approaches they choose, these are their decisions and they will receive Christi’s full support.

Christi is trained and experienced as both a Birth Doula and a Postpartum Doula. In addition, they’re trained in Postpartum Placenta Encapsulation, Childbirth Education, Acupressure, Rebozo, Spinning Babies, and TENS Unit. Christi can also take non-professional photos at the labors they attend if the clients desire.

Christi is unable to work in homes where people are smoking, or where eucalyptus oil is used in aromatherapy.

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Christi | Co-Founder (they/them)

Doula training and certifications:  ProDoula Certified Elite Labor Doula, VBAC Specialist, ProDoula Certified Postpartum and Infant Care Doula,  ProDoula Certified Postpartum Placenta Specialist, ProDoula Certified Childbirth Educator, Infant Feeding Specialist

Christi has been working with and supporting children since 1983, and has worked as a doula since 2013. She has attended over 400 births, and also has two children of their own.

Christi loves helping families as they begin their journey together, and feels it’s an honor and blessing to be allowed to take part in this very private rite of passage. Their gift of intuition allows them to provide comfort and nurturing, even when clients may not always be able to express what they need at the moment.

Other training, education, and experience: 

TENS Unit trained
Spinning Babies® trained
Prenatal, labor, and postpartum acupressure trained
Experience with multiples
Supporting infants with special needs
Experience with trans birthers & parents
Experience with Supplemental Nursing System (SNS)
Preemie support
Special interest in providing care for LGBTQ families and single parents
Sibling support

Non-judgmental support is very important to Christi. Her mission is to empower her clients and to show them that they are capable parents. No matter what birthing options and parenting approaches they choose, these are their decisions and they will receive her full support.

Christi is trained and experienced as both a Birth Doula and a Postpartum Doula. In addition, they’re trained in Postpartum Placenta Encapsulation, Childbirth Education, Acupressure, Rebozo, Spinning Babies, and TENS Unit. Christi can also take non-professional photos at the labors she attends if the clients desire.

Christi is unable to work in homes where people are smoking, or where eucalyptus oil is used in aromatherapy.

Paula | Co-Founder (she/her)

Communications & Operations

When you reach out to Emerald City Doulas, Paula will be the first person you speak to. She’s here to answer all of your questions, and help you find the support you need, with just the right doula.

Paula grew up on a farm in Minnesota, and has been in the Seattle area since 2004. She feels strongly about Emerald City Doulas’ commitment to non judgmental support for all families, and looks forward to speaking with you!

Aidyn (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:  ProDoula Certified Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula

Aidyn is committed to supporting and empowering her clients by focusing on their individual needs. Her goal is to create an affirming, celebratory space for growth and learning.

A theatre artist at heart, Aidyn enjoys running and crocheting—especially baby booties and hats! She proudly identifies as part of the Queer community.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Trauma Informed Care
Sibling Support
Professional food prep experience
Experience with Supplemental Nursing System (SNS)
Experience with single parents
Experience with supporting adults with disabilities
Training on supporting pregnancy and infant loss

Aidyn (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:  ProDoula Certified Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula

Aidyn is committed to supporting and empowering her clients by focusing on their individual needs. Her goal is to create an affirming, celebratory space for growth and learning.

A theatre artist at heart, Aidyn enjoys running and crocheting—especially baby booties and hats! She proudly identifies as part of the Queer community.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Trauma Informed Care
Sibling Support
Professional food prep experience
Experience with Supplemental Nursing System (SNS)
Experience with single parents
Experience with supporting adults with disabilities
Training on supporting pregnancy and infant loss

Al (they/them)

Doula training and certifications:  Labor Doula, Childbirth Educator

With their background as an L&D Nurse, Al is skilled in supporting birth in a hospital setting while working to minimize interventions and focusing on allowing the body of the birthing individual to be in charge of the process.

They have specialized in supporting high-risk pregnancies, TOLAC/VBACs, and twins/multiples – and with their experience in being both queer and non-binary, they are especially passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ families, especially transgender and non-conforming families. 

Al works to support their clients in receiving care that is trauma-informed, and involves informed and active consent, providing a sense of preparedness, safety, and comfort before, during, and after labor and delivery.

They are an adventure and adrenaline lover, and you’ll often find them skiing “some wild stuff” when they’re not supporting birth.

Other training, education, and experience: 

TOLAC/VBAC Experience
Experience with Multiples
Experience supporting LGBTQIA+ families
Experience with high-risk pregnancies

Al (they/them)

Doula training and certifications:  Labor Doula, Childbirth Educator

With their background as an L&D Nurse, Al is skilled in supporting birth in a hospital setting while working to minimize interventions and focusing on allowing the body of the birthing individual to be in charge of the process.

They have specialized in supporting high-risk pregnancies, TOLAC/VBACs, and twins/multiples – and with their experience in being both queer and non-binary, they are especially passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ families, especially transgender and non-conforming families. 

Al works to support their clients in receiving care that is trauma-informed, and involves informed and active consent, providing a sense of preparedness, safety, and comfort before, during, and after labor and delivery.

They are an adventure and adrenaline lover, and you’ll often find them skiing “some wild stuff” when they’re not supporting birth.

Other training, education, and experience: 

TOLAC/VBAC Experience
Experience with Multiples
Experience supporting LGBTQIA+ families
Experience with high-risk pregnancies

Dominique (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:  Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula

Dominique is a doula who shows up as part of your village — creating a safe, authentic space where you can express yourself, ask questions, and grow into your confidence as a parent. She brings both evidence-based knowledge and genuine intuition to life’s biggest transitions.

Her approach is non-judgmental, curious, and resourceful. She adapts to what each client needs, making sure they feel respected, informed, and fully empowered to make the decisions that are right for them and their family.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Supporting infants with special needs
Experience with blended families
Trauma informed care
Sibling support

 

Dominique (she/her)

Doula training and certifications: Certified Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula

Dominique is a doula who shows up as part of your village — creating a safe, authentic space where you can express yourself, ask questions, and grow into your confidence as a parent. She brings both evidence-based knowledge and genuine intuition to life’s biggest transitions.

Her approach is non-judgmental, curious, and resourceful. She adapts to what each client needs, making sure they feel respected, informed, and fully empowered to make the decisions that are right for them and their family.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Supporting infants with special needs
Experience with blended families
Trauma informed care
Sibling support

Esmé (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:   ProDoula Certified Postpartum & Infant Care Doula

As a postpartum doula, Esmé offers calm, compassionate support to nurture the physical and emotional well-being of infants and families. She provides consistent, nonjudgmental care that empowers parents to trust their own instincts, build confidence in their unique parenting styles, and feel less alone during the postpartum period.

As a twin and avid backpacker, Esmé draws on years of experience as an infant daycare caregiver and nanny to bring a grounded, empathetic, and evidence-based presence to her work.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Experience with multiples
Supporting infants with special needs

Esmé (she/her)

Doula training and certifications: ProDoula Certified Postpartum & Infant Care Doula

As a postpartum doula, Esmé offers calm, compassionate support to nurture the physical and emotional well-being of infants and families. She provides consistent, nonjudgmental care that empowers parents to trust their own instincts, build confidence in their unique parenting styles, and feel less alone during the postpartum period.

As a twin and avid backpacker, Esmé draws on years of experience as an infant daycare caregiver and nanny to bring a grounded, empathetic, and evidence-based presence to her work.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Experience with multiples
Supporting infants with special needs

Haven (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:   Prodoula Certified Postpartum & Infant Care Doula

Haven brings calm, empathetic support to every family she works with, creating stability and building confidence during the transition into parenthood.

As a mother of three, she understands firsthand what new parents need most — and she loves helping with practical postpartum tasks like meal prep and light housekeeping so families can focus on rest and bonding.

Outside of work, Haven enjoys being outdoors, spending time with her kids, and connecting with other moms in the community.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Supporting infants with special needs
NICU Experience

Haven (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:  ProDoula Certified Postpartum & Infant Care Doula

Haven brings calm, empathetic support to every family she works with, creating stability and building confidence during the transition into parenthood.

As a mother of three, she understands firsthand what new parents need most — and she loves helping with practical postpartum tasks like meal prep and light housekeeping so families can focus on rest and bonding.

Outside of work, Haven enjoys being outdoors, spending time with her kids, and connecting with other moms in the community.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Supporting infants with special needs
NICU Experience

ProDoula Certified Postpartum & Infant Care Specialist

Johanna (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:  Certified Labor Doula, Certified Postpartum Doula

As your doula, Johanna’s goal is to provide you with evidence based support, to help you feel empowered and confident. She brings a calm and resilient energy, and is able to connect with those she is supporting.

Johanna has been caring for families for over 10 years, and has experience working with multiples, cesarean recovery, NICU stays, and (allergy-aware) postpartum meal prep.

She has also been working as a birth assistant since 2024, and is attending Midwifery school. Her long term goal is to “be the village that families deserve.”

Other training, education, and experience: 

Experience with multiples
TOLAC/VBAC experience

Johanna (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:  Certified Labor Doula, Certified Postpartum Doula

As your doula, Johanna’s goal is to provide you with evidence based support, to help you feel empowered and confident. She brings a calm and resilient energy, and is able to connect with those she is supporting.

Johanna has been caring for families for over 10 years, and has experience working with multiples, cesarean recovery, NICU stays, and (allergy-aware) postpartum meal prep.

She has also been working as a birth assistant since 2024, and is attending Midwifery school. Her long term goal is to “be the village that families deserve.”

Other training, education, and experience: 

Experience with multiples
TOLAC/VBAC experience

Joy(she/her)

Doula training and certifications:  ProDoula Certified Labor Doula, Certified Postpartum Doula

With her calm and comforting energy, Joy puts infants at ease while instilling confidence in new parents. She connects with her clients by offering high-quality, evidence-based doula support and creating an environment where they feel rested and nourished.

In her free time, Joy enjoys reading, hosting dinner parties, and caring for her beloved shelter pup.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Postpartum Nutrition and Cooking apprenticeship
Lactation Counselor course
Experience with premature babies
Experience with multiples

Joy(she/her)

Doula training and certifications:  ProDoula Certified Labor Doula, Certified Postpartum Doula

With her calm and comforting energy, Joy puts infants at ease while instilling confidence in new parents. She connects with her clients by offering high-quality, evidence-based doula support and creating an environment where they feel rested and nourished.

In her free time, Joy enjoys reading, hosting dinner parties, and caring for her beloved shelter pup.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Postpartum Nutrition and Cooking apprenticeship
Lactation Counselor course
Experience with premature babies
Experience with multiples

Jylane (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:  ProDoula Certified Labor Doula, ProDoula Certified Postpartum and Infant Care Doula

Jylane is an avid reader, crafter, and mother of 4. She has lived and knows the challenges, beauty, and sacredness of growing, supporting, and nourishing your family. Jylane utilizes her years of experience with women and children, her honed skills, and keen intuition when supporting a family both in birth and the postpartum transition.

Jylane’s goal as a doula is to ensure that you feel respected, informed, and empowered through offering non-judgemental, compassionate, and supportive care to every family.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Supporting infants with special needs
Preemie support
Sibling support
Certified Reiki practitioner level 2

ProDoula Certified Postpartum & Infant Care Specialist

Jylane (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:  ProDoula Certified Labor Doula, ProDoula Certified Postpartum and Infant Care Doula

Jylane is an avid reader, crafter, and mother of 4. She has lived and knows the challenges, beauty, and sacredness of growing, supporting, and nourishing your family. Jylane utilizes her years of experience with women and children, her honed skills, and keen intuition when supporting a family both in birth and the postpartum transition.

Jylane’s goal as a doula is to ensure that you feel respected, informed, and empowered through offering non-judgemental, compassionate, and supportive care to every family.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Supporting infants with special needs
Preemie support
Sibling support
Certified Reiki practitioner level 2

Kate (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:   Postpartum Doula, Certified Lactation Educator

As a postpartum doula, Kate supports her clients with empathy, compassion, and patience. She brings calm to stressful situations, and adapts to the needs of her clients.

Kate studied nutrition in college and has a passion for healthy eating to support the body. She also trained as a yoga instructor, and practices yoga, meditation, and breath work.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Experience with Twins
Sibling support

Kate (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:   Postpartum Doula. Certified Lactation Educator

As a postpartum doula, Kate supports her clients with empathy, compassion, and patience. She brings calm to stressful situations, and adapts to the needs of her clients.

Kate studied nutrition in college and has a passion for healthy eating to support the body. She also trained as a yoga instructor, and practices yoga, meditation, and breath work.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Experience with twins
Sibling support

Kita (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:  Certified Labor Doula,  Postpartum Doula

Kita’s work as a doula is rooted in her belief that birthing people can trust their bodies. She is committed to empowering her clients with evidence-based information, supporting positive birth outcomes, and helping them approach labor and  from a place of confidence rather than fear.

Her favorite part of this work is helping clients find their calm, and offering a realistic, no-fear perspective that builds real confidence.

Kita proudly identifies as part of the Queer community. When she’s not supporting families, you’ll find her in the garden — she’s a trained Master Gardener.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Special interest in serving Black and LGBTQ+ families
Extensive experience in health education

Kita (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:  Certified Labor Doula, Postpartum Doula 

Kita’s work as a doula is rooted in her belief that birthing people can trust their bodies. She is committed to empowering her clients with evidence-based information, supporting positive birth outcomes, and helping them approach labor and  from a place of confidence rather than fear.

Her favorite part of this work is helping clients find their calm, and offering a realistic, no-fear perspective that builds real confidence.

Kita proudly identifies as part of the Queer community. When she’s not supporting families, you’ll find her in the garden — she’s a trained Master Gardener.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Special interest in serving Black and LGBTQ+ families
Extensive experience in health education

Liv (she/they)

Doula training and certifications: Certified Postpartum Doula

Liv comes to birth work with a background in social work and client advocacy, bringing a warm, relational approach to every family she supports. She believes every person deserves space to process their birth and postpartum experience without judgment — and to know that they aren’t navigating this new chapter alone.

Liv is passionate about empowering clients to advocate for themselves and stays current on evidence-based resources to make sure she’s bringing the best information to the people in her care. As a member of the queer community, she is committed to inclusive, affirming support for all families.

Outside of work, Liv loves making art, reading, and soaking up everything the PNW has to offer.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Trauma informed care
Experience with grief and loss support
Trained in supporting disabled and neurodivergent individuals
Trained in supporting queer and trans individuals
Master in Social Work (MSW)

Liv (she/they)

Doula training and certifications: Certified Postpartum Doula

Liv comes to birth work with a background in social work and client advocacy, bringing a warm, relational approach to every family she supports. She believes every person deserves space to process their birth and postpartum experience without judgment — and to know that they aren’t navigating this new chapter alone.

Liv is passionate about empowering clients to advocate for themselves and stays current on evidence-based resources to make sure she’s bringing the best information to the people in her care. As a member of the queer community, she is committed to inclusive, affirming support for all families.

Outside of work, Liv loves making art, reading, and soaking up everything the PNW has to offer.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Trauma informed care
Experience with grief and loss support
Trained in supporting disabled and neurodivergent individuals
Trained in supporting queer and trans individuals
Master in Social Work (MSW)

McKayla (she/her)

Doula training and certifications: Certified Labor Doula

McKayla provides calm, grounded support, and evidence-based guidance to help her clients feel confident in making choices that lead to their best possible birth experience. Her highest goal is for clients to feel empowered, honored, and excited for the journey ahead.

After 10 years as a wildland firefighter, she has the ability to find light and peace in any situation. She will also probably make you laugh.

Other training, education, and experience: 

10 years as a wildland firefighter and EMT
Level 1 Reiki Practitioner
Practices mindfulness and meditation

McKayla
McKayla

McKayla (she/her)

Doula training and certifications: Certified Labor Doula

McKayla provides calm, grounded support, and evidence-based guidance to help her clients feel confident in making choices that lead to their best possible birth experience. Her highest goal is for clients to feel empowered, honored, and excited for the journey ahead.

After 10 years as a wildland firefighter, she has the ability to find light and peace in any situation. She will also probably make you laugh.

Other training, education, and experience: 

10 years as a wildland firefighter and EMT

Level 1 Reiki Practitioner

Practices mindfulness and meditation

Melissa (she/her)

Doula training and certifications: ProDoula Certified Postpartum & Infant Care Doula

Melissa has been caring for infants for most of her life, and has experience with multiples. She loves following their individual cues and routines. One of her goals as a doula is to allow her clients to focus on their own recovery, to find confidence in their abilities, and feel secure in their roles as parents.

She has a B.A.A. in Family Studies, which focuses on family dynamics, healthy relationships, and human development. In her free time Melissa likes to crochet, read, go to a weekly pub trivia night, and relax with her cats.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Experience with Multiples

ProDoula Certified Postpartum & Infant Care Specialist
Melissa
Melissa

Melissa (she/her)

Doula training and certifications: ProDoula Certified Postpartum & Infant Care Doula

Melissa has been caring for infants for most of her life, and has experience with multiples. She loves following their individual cues and routines. One of her goals as a doula is to allow her clients to focus on their own recovery, to find confidence in their abilities, and feel secure in their roles as parents.

She has a B.A.A. in Family Studies, which focuses on family dynamics, healthy relationships, and human development. In her free time Melissa likes to crochet, read, go to a weekly pub trivia night, and relax with her cats.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Experience with Multiples

Sheree

Sheree (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:  Postpartum Doula

Sheree takes the stress and worry out of new parenthood. She helps families reach their parenting goals whether that means wrapping the best swaddle, learning to grocery shop with their new addition, or establishing a healthy routine. Her natural reaction to others’ stress is to become more calm.

In her free time she loves being in the yard and is in year 3 of a successful(ish) vegetable garden. When she’s not there, she’s likely out supporting one of our Seattle sports teams.

Other training, education, and experience: 

American Heart Association Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) Program
18 years as pediatric medical assistant
Preemie support
Supporting infants with special needs
Experience with weight loss after birth and goals to reach birth weight

Sheree

Sheree (she/her)

Doula training and certifications:  Postpartum Doula

Sheree takes the stress and worry out of new parenthood. She helps families reach their parenting goals whether that means wrapping the best swaddle, learning to grocery shop with their new addition, or establishing a healthy routine. Her natural reaction to others’ stress is to become more calm.

In her free time she loves being in the yard and is in year 3 of a successful(ish) vegetable garden. When she’s not there, she’s likely out supporting one of our Seattle sports teams.

Other training, education, and experience: 

American Heart Association Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) Program
18 years as pediatric medical assistant
Preemie support
Supporting infants with special needs
Experience with weight loss after birth and goals to reach birth weight

Tori  (she/her/they/them)

Doula training and certifications:  ProDoula Certified Labor DoulaProDoula Certified Postpartum and Infant Care Doula, Licensed Massage Therapist

As a birth and postpartum doula Tori strives to provide her clients with knowledge and resources to navigate their journey confidently. Tori knows there is always more to learn and every birth is unique, so she evolves to provide the best support possible.

Although it can be hard to find free time with a busy toddler at home, Tori loves to be creative and explore art in many different mediums; crafting jewelry, paper making, watercolors, resin casting, and most recently dance. Tori finds that spending time being creative helps her find peace and rejuvenation so she can be more present day to day. Being able to share this with her toddler is a true blessing in her life, as well as her work supporting growing families.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Preemie support
Sibling support
Experience with trans birthers & parents
Experience with queer and poly families
Experience with Supplemental Nursing System (SNS)
TOLAC/VBAC Experience
Experience with high-risk pregnancies

ProDoula Certified Postpartum & Infant Care Specialist

Tori  (she/her/they/them)

Doula training and certifications:  ProDoula Certified Labor DoulaProDoula Certified Postpartum and Infant Care Doula, Licensed Massage Therapist

As a birth and postpartum doula Tori strives to provide her clients with knowledge and resources to navigate their journey confidently. Tori knows there is always more to learn and every birth is unique, so she evolves to provide the best support possible.

Although it can be hard to find free time with a busy toddler at home, Tori loves to be creative and explore art in many different mediums; crafting jewelry, paper making, watercolors, resin casting, and most recently dance. Tori finds that spending time being creative helps her find peace and rejuvenation so she can be more present day to day. Being able to share this with her toddler is a true blessing in her life, as well as her work supporting growing families.

Other training, education, and experience: 

Preemie support
Sibling support
Experience with trans birthers & parents
Experience with Supplemental Nursing System (SNS)