Amy Ray Doula is outside and standing in front of a succulent island. lots of greenery surrounding her.

Hi, I’m Amy!

(She/Her) A Bay Area native, I became a Doula because i’ve been on the receiving end of a scary and somewhat traumatic birth, postpartum depression and no support after getting an abortion.

More importantly, I want to make a difference. I want to better someone’s birth experience so it doesn’t end up being scary and traumatic for them. I want to fight for bodily autonomy and against injustices. Im here to support all types of families, from single parents to same sex couples, through their fertility, pregnancy, birth, abortions, postpartum, and everything in between. I can provide physical and emotional support for you and your partner(s) during these exciting and sometimes scary times.

Meet Your Doula
 

Birthwork isn’t just about having babies, it’s about advocacy. It’s being an activist for what you believe in, it’s fighting against racism, fighting against people who feel like they can control the bodies of others. It’s creating a space where all genders, all sexualities, all abilities and all types of families are safe.

 
 

My girls! Ages are 8 and 5 months (July 2024)

Get to know me!

I am a mom (of two girls), wife, activist, teacher, herbalist and your next doula! I believe that everyone deserves to have the birth they want. Yes, we all know that changes happen during labor but we can still feel empowered in our choices that we make! As a doula I’m here to give you evidence based knowledge on all things Birth, Postpartum, Abortions and Reproductive Health.

As a postpartum doula who is also currently postpartum I have ample resources, extra support and an inside scoop of the fourth trimester.

I have extra knowledge regarding Pumping and human milk as I am exclusively pumping and a donator of breastmilk.

Other interest I have are crystals, baking, Harry Potter (I’m a Ravenclaw), traveling, raising monarch butterflies, reading a mystery or fantasy novel, making homemade salves and tinctures and getting crafty with my girls.


 

Here’s how it works!

01. Contact Me

Send me a message or an Email. Include in the message what part of your journey you are needing support in. Please include your EDD if you are in search of a Birth Doula. Then we can plan for a quick free consultation.

02. The Consult

Let’s meet over zoom for a simple chat to discuss your needs to see if we make a good fit!

03. Work with Me

When all goes well and we match as doula and client, then the fun begins. You will receive emails and reminders from me to schedule our meet ups and to make sure you have everything ready for baby to arrive or life after baby is here.

If you are seeking support in other areas we will schedule meet ups and discuss where to go from there and/or I will attend appointments and procedures along side you.

 

The benefits of hiring a

Birth and Postpartum Doula

01. You are less likely to have a Cesarean birth

Studies have shown that doulas can reduce the rate of cesareans by 28-50%. Why? Because you are receiving continuous support. We are providing a safe environment where your body can naturally labor and as doulas we can support your body in different positions to get baby in the proper presentation for birth.

02. You are less likely to need Pitocin

Doulas know all the tips and tricks to get your body and mind to relax. Tension and fear makes labor long and more painful, with a doula by your side you are more likely to relax and let labor happen naturally.

03. You will have an easier and more relaxing postpartum experience

Postpartum Doulas are there to support you through all the ups and downs those first few weeks at home with your new baby. With a postpartum doula by your side you can get more rest, feel more confident and better connect with your baby.

 
 
 

Here’s a look at what I can do for you.

Full Spectrum Doula services for the Bay Area and surrounding areas.

Available for support in Contra Costa County, Solano County, Alameda County, Marin County, and San Francisco County

  • Birth Only

    *Only for subsequent Births

    1 prenatal visit (2 hours- to be completed before 36 weeks). We will discuss your preferences and create your birth plan. We will create a checklist and make sure everything is ready for baby’s arrival.

    I will be on call from 36 weeks till the birth, when anytime text/email/phone support will take place.

    I will attend the birth up to 2 hours postpartum to aid in postpartum care and body feeding support.

    1 virtual check in (phone call or FaceTime) 24-48 hours after birth

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  • Birth Package

    Up to 3 prenatal visits (2 hours each) where we will go over basic childbirth education, go over your preferences and ideal comfort measures and create your birth plan. I can help make sure everything is ready for baby’s arrival.

    I’ll be on call from 36 weeks till the birth where anytime text/email/phone support will take place.

    I will attend the birth up to 2 hours postpartum to aid in postpartum care and body feed support.

    4 hours of postpartum support (at your home) to facilitate body feeding, healing and to go over your birth story.

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  • Birth + Postpartum Support

    Up to 3 prenatal visits (2 hours each) where we will go over basic childbirth education, go over your preferences and idea comfort measures and create your birth plan. I can help make sure everything is ready for baby’s arrival.

    I’ll be on call from 36 weeks till the birth where anytime text/email/phone support will take place.

    I will attend the birth up to 2 hours postpartum to aid in postpartum care and body feeding support.

    4 daytime postpartum visits (3 hours minimum) to be completed 60 days after birth. I can educate you on newborn care, assist in feedings (either body feeding or formula/bottle), assist with light housekeeping and aid in your sleep.

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  • Postpartum Support

    Those early months at home can be a challenge, especially with lack of sleep. I can help aid in:

    Emotional Support: birth story processing, open conversations and connection to outside resources.

    Physical Support: light housekeeping, errands, organization of baby’s clothes and supplies and pet care.

    Infant Care: time to allow parents to get a few extra hours of sleep while infant is in Doula’s care.

    Feeding Support: education on body feeding, positions, latching, milk supply, and milk storage or education on bottle feeding and formula or pumping!

    3 hours minimum per session - daytime only

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  • Abortion/Pregnancy Loss Support

    I can support you before, during and after an abortion whether its in a clinical setting or in the comfort of your home. I can transport you to and from a clinic if needed.

    I can support you through a miscarriage or still birth.

    We can have open conversations and I can aid in processing your story, creating or joining in on rituals, journaling or creating a way to remember the pregnancy (if interested).

    If you only want support during and then want to be able to move on, that’s perfectly fine as well. You let me know how I can support you.

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  • Reproductive Health Support

    Not all doula work is centered around Birth and Postpartum.

    Here for open conversations.

    Let me know where you need support and we can make it happen.

    Contact me

Let’s work together.

Interested in me being your doula? Fill out some info and I’ll will be in touch shortly! I can't wait to hear from you!

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