My doula philosophy is rooted in the innerstanding that birth is not a medical event to be managed, but a sacred ceremony to be protected. My journey began on the path toward allopathic medicine, but my heart led me back to the roots. Today, I combine that clinical knowledge with ancestral wisdom to provide a unique "bridge" of care. Whether you are birthing at home or navigating a hospital system, I am here to ensure you remain the authority of your own experience. We prioritize evidence-based education, physiological birth support, and the unwavering advocacy you need to birth on your own terms.
Meeting you where you are, whenever you need me.
This offering was crafted with our online community in mind. I may be located in Baltimore, but my presence is available to ground and guide you wherever you are.
Your package includes:
Three (3) Childbirth Preparation Self-Paced Modules
Three (3) 90-Minute Prenatal Video Calls
"Daddy Doula" Partner Support Education Session
Comprehensive Birth & Postpartum Plan
Virtual Labor & Birth Support
One (1) Postpartum Wellness Video Call
Our signature in-person experience.
Designed for the family that wants a dedicated guide by their side. This offering is exactly what you need to carry you and your village over the finish line in preparing for the ceremony of birth.
Your package includes:
Applicable elements of The Virtual Bridge Package, plus...
Three (3) In-Person Prenatal Visits
Sacred Birth Rite of Passage Ritual
In-Person Labor & Birth Support
Immediate Postpartum Care
One (1) In-Person Postpartum Visit
The ultimate container for intentional motherhood.
A heightened experience created for the mama who desires deep, intentional foundation-laying. This path offers extra time to process the spiritual and physical shifts of birth and the sacred "fourth trimester."
Your package includes:
Everything in The Rooted Path, plus...
One (1) Additional Prenatal Visit (4 total)
One (1) Additional Postpartum Visit (2 total)
"Closing of the Bones" Postpartum Healing Ceremony
Meeting you where you are is paramount to our philosophy here at Labor With Love. The traditional doula experience is not for everyone and that's okay! Whether you just need a few hours of expert guidance or a "companion" without the live labor support, we have a space for you. Consider these offerings:
Live, 1:1 Doula Education Single Session (Virtual, $100) (In-person, $125)
Choose one: Childbirth Prep, Pregnancy Health, Postpartum Recovery, Partner Prep, or Infant Care.
Live, 1:1 Doula Education 3-Part Series (Virtual, $275) (In-person, $350)
Doula Lite: Your Pregnancy Companion (Virtual, $500) (In-person, $600)
Comprehensive pregnancy and postpartum preparation without the live birth attendance.
Still not seeing what you're looking for? Email me at lydia@laborwithlove.co with the Subject Line: LWL Custom Offering. I'd love to co-create something special just for you!
When is the best time to hire a doula?
While I can join your village at any point in your pregnancy, I recommend booking between 12 and 20 weeks. This allows us ample time to build a deep connection, move through the prenatal education modules, and ensure you feel grounded and prepared well before your "guess date."
Where do you attend births in person?
I currently serve families within a 25-mile radius of Baltimore, MD. This includes home births, birth centers, and hospitals throughout the Baltimore metro area. If you are outside of this radius, The Virtual Bridge package is designed specifically to bring my support to you, wherever you are. For travel inquiries, email lydia@laborwithlove.co.
I’m planning a hospital birth. Will a doula still be helpful?
While I primarily support home births, the answer here is, absolutely! In fact, doula support is often most vital in a hospital setting. I act as a bridge—helping you understand your options, facilitating communication with your medical team, and ensuring that the "ceremony" of your birth remains sacred, even in a clinical environment.
Do you have experience with VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean)?
Yes. I am deeply passionate about supporting families seeking a VBAC. My work is centered on preventing coercion and ensuring you have the evidence-based knowledge to exercise your rights. I help you process your previous birth experience and build the confidence needed to trust your body’s innate wisdom for your upcoming birth.
Will a doula replace my partner or my "village"?
Never. My role is to also doula whoever is primarily supporting you and baby. I provide what I call "Daddy Doula" education—offering your partner the tools and confidence they need to support you physically and emotionally. I don't take their place; I hold the space so they can show up for you fully, without the pressure of having to be a birth expert.
What does "Virtual Labor Support" actually look like?
Think of me as your "expert in your ear." During labor, we stay connected via FaceTime, Zoom, or phone. I guide your partner through comfort measures, help you navigate "crossroad" moments with medical staff, and provide the grounding reminders you need to stay in your power. It’s continuous support for the mama who wants my specific "Labor With Love" energy regardless of her location.
What is a "Closing of the Bones" ceremony?
Included in The Rebirth Journey package, this is an indigenous, ancestral ritual commonly performed postpartum and designed to "close" the body after the openness of birth. It involves energetic cleansing, gentle womb massage and ritual wrapping with traditional cloths. It is a deeply restorative experience that honors the transition from pregnancy back to self, providing a sense of physical and spiritual "wholeness."
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. Bringing a child into the world is a major transition, and I believe support should be accessible. I offer flexible payment plans for all doula packages. A deposit is required to secure your spot on my calendar, and the remaining balance is typically paid in installments leading up to your 32nd week of pregnancy.
How do we get started?
Our journey begins with a Discovery Consultation—a 30-minute intentional space where we connect, share visions, and ensure our spirits are in alignment.
There is a $20 investment for this session. I’ve found that this small exchange of energy allows us both to show up fully present and committed to the conversation. It’s my way of ensuring that every woman who reaches out receives my heart-centered focus and the dedicated time she deserves.
Two things happen when you book your consultation:
A Credit Toward Your Care: If we decide to move forward together, your $20 consultation fee is applied directly to the cost of your chosen package.
The "Taste of Labor With Love" Mini-Packet: I want you to walk away from this session with a reflection of the care and intention I pour into my practice. Following our call, I’ll send you a digital guide featuring a high-level birth plan template, a nourishing meal and tea blend recipe, intentional journal prompts, and a link to a guided meditation created by yours truly. Regardless of whether we book, you will have tangible tools to get you started on your journey.
You can click the "Book Your Consultation" button to choose a time that works for you.