About Us
Our Family First Approach
At ATOM Doula, we believe in building meaningful relationships long before birth. We begin working with families months in advance, helping mothers prepare for their ideal birth experience and create a personalized birth plan. Our doulas support births in all settings, including homes, birth centers, and hospitals.
We provide continuous emotional and physical support to the birthing person, as well as their partner and family. Doulas also serve as trusted advocates and informal liaisons, offering evidence-based education and helping families communicate with their midwife or physician when important decisions arise. Our role is always nonjudgmental and unbiased—empowering mothers with information so they can make confident, informed choices. No one should ever feel pressured or shamed for their birthing decisions.
Our Commitment to Equity & Advocacy
ATOM Doula is committed to inclusive, respectful care and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation. While we proudly serve all families, we hold a deep commitment to supporting mothers of color.
In the United States, Black women face significantly higher rates of pregnancy-related complications and mortality—three to four times higher than white women. These disparities are rooted in systemic inequities, limited access to quality care, and racial bias within healthcare systems.
Doula care has long been a vital resource within communities of color, despite being widely misrepresented as a luxury service. For centuries, doulas have played a critical role in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery. Today, doulas continue this legacy through community-based care, advocacy, and education—working to improve outcomes and ensure every mother and baby has the opportunity to thrive.
What We Do
Pregnancy Health
Prenatal visits are encouraged throughout the developmental stages of your pregnancy. During these visits, we take time to support both your physical and emotional needs, ensuring a positive and empowering prenatal experience. Services may include childbirth education, comfort measures, personalized birth plan development, newborn preparation, lactation counseling, and more.
Labor and Birth
We provide continuous, hands-on support throughout labor and birth, offering guidance with breathing, relaxation techniques, and comfort measures in your chosen setting—whether at home, in a birth center, or in a hospital.
Full Spectrum Doula
We specialize in supporting high-risk pregnancies, VBACs, and individuals with histories of sexual abuse or trauma. Our approach centers on caring for the whole person—not just the circumstances—so you receive the individualized support needed to birth in the way that feels right for you.
ATOM Doula provides nonjudgmental, affirming support across all reproductive health choices. Our doulas are trained in culturally humble, trauma-informed care and offer resources that respect and honor your lived experiences. We can accompany you to appointments and provide aftercare support in your home as needed.
Postpartum and Newborn Care
To ensure you and your newborn receive the highest level of care, our team remains in close contact following delivery to provide ongoing support, education, and breastfeeding assistance, as well as to answer any questions you may have. All services can be provided in the comfort of your home. Our goal is to remain connected during the postpartum period to support healthy recovery and development for both you and your baby.
No Family Left Behind
Full-spectrum doula care recognizes that every person’s needs and experiences are unique. No matter the type of support required, we provide care without judgment and with respect, compassion, and love.
We support individuals and families across the full spectrum of pregnancy and reproductive experiences—including birth, postpartum, abortion, miscarriage, and adoption. Our doulas are trained to offer continuous, one-on-one care, providing informed guidance, physical comfort, and emotional support to birthing persons and their partners.