Hampton Roads Doula Care
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How you birth matters. 

Hampton Roads families, welcome to Guiding Gates Doula. I'm so glad you're here!
I firmly believe that giving birth is an opportunity for you to feel empowered through care and support. Whether this is your first or your last child, at home or at a hospital, every single birth matters and you deserve an experience where you're treated with respect, love, and care.
Above all, I believe no laboring person should ever go unsupported due to their financial status. They deserve to be informed, comforted, and supported and not have to make sacrifices for their ideal birth experience.  I proudly serve low-income families.
Need help getting your partner on board with a doula? Read on!

   A Doula Can:

Hampton Roads mom hold baby at hospital
Photo Credit: Whitney Popp www.poppphotography.com
  • Decrease the risk of Cesarean by 25-39% 
  • Increase the likelihood of a spontaneous vaginal birth by 8-15% 
  • Decrease the use of any medications for pain relief by 10% 
  • Shorten labor by 41 minutes on average
  • Decrease the risk of being dissatisfied with the birth experience by 31% 
    Source: Evidence Based Birth

Read what my clients are saying on Google and Facebook

" Jazmin was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. She was supportive and attentive to all members of the birthing team. She made my home birth a memorable experience." -Ashley

Birth Doula Support

​From prenatal meetings to get you ready for labor to extensive pregnancy, labor, and postpartum support, I've got you covered. I offer a variety of packages to meet your needs.

Have Questions?

Preparing for childbirth can sometimes feel overwhelming and you might have questions on how a doula can help. ​I love curious minds and have a list of FAQs to answer most questions, but please reach out if something else is on your mind.