Meet The Doulas
Ebonique M
She/Her
African American
English
Portland Multnomah
I am very caring and loving. I love to be there for people and don't want a them to be or feel alone.
Miara E
She/her
Black/ African American
English
Clackamas/ happy valley Multnomah Beaverton
I love to help someone the way that my doulas helped me. I have a huge heart for people, especially mothers. I have a great motivational spirit and a personality that allows people to feel comfortable.
Natasha C
She/Her
African American
English
Various (willing to travel)
I understand the importance of having well trained, empathetic, and understanding persons of support to assist individuals with this life changing event that will always be remembered.
Regina
She
Black
English
Multnomah, clackamas, Clark, Washington
I’m a mother of four who loves to nurture children. I want to help other mothers bring a wonderful life in the world! I'm a very passionate person who can communicate effectively. I have an open heart and mind
Miara E
She/her
Black/ African American
English
Clackamas/ happy valley Multnomah Beaverton
Community has always been a big part of my identity, having been raised from a very tight-knit multicultural community which has contributed to my roles. I feel being a doula can help my community expand and grow, much of my knowledge/ experience I have seen BIPOC women be under-represented in all areas due to the complexities of our identities. Providing the support and advocacy for every maternity no matter of their background; gender identity, cultural heritage, income barriers, and many more. Empowering them every step of the way through guiding knowledge, compassion, patience, and stories that connect every infant and parent for a lifetime
Melanie
She/Her
Asian
Thai, English
Multnomah
I’m a graphic designer for many years and I’ve been looking for something more meaningful and also giving back to the community. When I’ve heard about the scholarship, I didn’t hesitate to apply at all. Thank you for excepting me!
Pinyada M
She/Her
Asian
English and Thai
Portland and Multnomah
Because I can physical support to women who plan to give birth. I am skilled in communication, staying calm under pressure and caring for others
Torian
She/her
Black
English
Vancouver- Portland
I would love to be an assist to women who look like me during a special time in their lives. Women of color are often dismissed in the medical world, so to be that voice for them means a lot to me
Monique D
She/Her
Mixed race - African American, Native and White
English and some Spanish
Inner Multnomah
(some surrounding depending on the weather)
It has been a dream of mine to be an advocate for other mothers. I love being supportive, and cannot wait to step into a new journey.
Melissa
She/Her
Latino americano
Portuguese (native language) English (second language)
Portland, Washington County, Multnomah County, Clackamas
I’m passionate about supporting women, especially when comes about this transformative journey of childbirth. Becoming a birth doula allows me to provide emotional, physical, and informational support to mothers and their families, ensuring they have a positive and empowering birth experience.
DeAusha M
She/her
United States
English
Troutdale, Gresham, Fairview, wood village and Portland
It’s an opportunity to provide additional services to clients I’m investing in during their pregnancy. Along with that I’ll be more qualified and knowledgeable to teach and help others during pregnancy and the birth of their child.
Kiara P
She/Her
Black American
English
Clackamas, Multnomah, Beaverton
I want to be a birth doula because I want to help emotionally support people through their birth experience. I want them to be heard and cared for.
Selam
She/Her
African
English, Tigirina, Amharic
Portland, Washington County, Portland, Oregon
Because before or after childbirth to help mom’s to achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience that from their pregnancy they have and also be there for them with full of knowledge and trust.
Deattra M
She/her
African American
English
Lake Oswego,Beaverton,Hillsboro
I’ve had two natural births/water births and coached myself. I want to help others experience this with confidence.
Demorsha P
She/Her
Black American
English
Portland, Multnomah
I want to be able to provide invaluable emotional, psychological and physical support to women who plan to give birth.
Erika CL
She/Her
Latina (Mexican American)
English & Spanish
Clackamas, Multnomah, Washington
I’m passionate about supporting women and empowering them to embrace their strength throughout their pregnancies and childbirth experiences. I also aim to assist underserved and marginalized women in feeling empowered, informed, and safe in the birth environment and beyond.
Nha V
She/her
Asian, Vietnamese
Vietnamese + English
Portland, Multnomah county
As an immigrant mom who faced complications during both of my pregnancies, I understand the emotional and physical toll it takes. Having someone like a birth doula who speaks the same language would have made a world of difference in navigating my birthing journey
Tela H
She/Her
Black
English
Multnomah, Washington, Clark, Clackamas
I've been passionate about the miracle of pregnancy and the birthing process since I was young, always dreaming of becoming an OB/GYN or midwife with a practice full of people with the same passions. Becoming a doula excites me because it allows to me join a nurturing and supportive community —a vital connection I needed in my own upbringing.
Nia W
She/Her
Black
English
Portland metro and surrounding areas within 25 miles
I want to become a doula because I am passionate about providing emotional and physical support to birthing individuals during one of the most transformative times of their lives. I believe in the power of compassionate care and want to empower parents with knowledge and confidence. I find joy in being a comforting presence and helping to create a positive birth experience. Additionally, I am driven by a desire to advocate for and respect each family's unique needs and choices.
Shantee J
her
Black
English
Portland , clackamas county
I feel like we need more brown skin doulas in the community because their’s not many. I also feel like I will be do great at what I do .
Stephanee W
She/Her
African American
English
Multnomah / Washington/ Clackamas:Portland, Tigard , Beaverton, Hillsboro, Clackamas Gresham Troutdale
I want to support becoming a mother in the best environment possible to have. I want the journey to start with a village and knowledge to get the best choices made for a mommy to be. I want to be aside someone as the take a next step into pouring into someone else without stress or fear because I will be there to support what they need. I want to give all I have to them so they can give all they have to their new bundle and them self!
Syah
She/Her
Blaxican (Black and Mexican)
English
Clark, Multnomah, Clackamas Washington
I’ve wanted to be a birth doula since I had such amazing experiences with my previous births (17&21 years ago) I have a passion for helping others and have a special place in my heart for women and the entire pregnancy and birthing experience that evolves into motherhood.
Diana HE
her
Haitian-American
English and Haitian-Creole
Washington
I would love to receive the knowledge to empower other mothers of color to navigate their perinatal experience.
Cassidy M
She/Her
Black/African American
English
Multnomah / Washington/ Portland, Gresham, Multnomah County
I want to support becoming a mother in the best environment possible to have. I want the journey to start with a village and knowledge to get the best choices made for a mommy to be. I want to be aside someone as the take a next step into pouring into someone else without stress or fear because I will be there to support what they need. I want to give all I have to them so they can give all they have to their new bundle and them self!
Maria K
She/Her
Black African American
English
Beaverton, Portland, Gresham
To provide support and advocate for individuals during their birth experiences.