Before anything else, take a breath.
You don't have to carry this alone.
Be Still
Birth brings a pause to the ordinary. The world seems to stop. With every inhale and exhale, you are working toward something extraordinary.
Be Held
You deserve nurturing and encouraging support while knowing that you were beautifully designed to bring your baby into the world whether at home, at a birth center, or at the hospital.
Behold, New Life
As surely as each new day will dawn, your baby will be born, and you will be transformed. Welcome to the wonder-filled and life-changing journey of motherhood.
A Kitsap County Doula
Experience a calm, confident, and supported birth journey.
Birth is sacred, transformative, and deeply personal — and you deserve guidance, encouragement, and peace every step of the way.
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I’m Amanda, a Christian doula in Kitsap County, married to my college sweetheart, and mom to four lively boys. I bring faith, experience, and heart to every family I support, helping first-time and seasoned parents feel empowered and cared for during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum.
My Services For You
At Selah & Bloom Doula, I specialize in providing compassionate and personalized support to families during pregnancy and childbirth. My mission is to empower families through education, emotional support, and advocacy for a positive birth experience.
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Services
Every birth is unique, and every family deserves compassionate, personalized support. As your doula, I am here to guide, encourage, and care for you throughout pregnancy, labor, and the first weeks postpartum—bringing calm, confidence, and reassurance every step of the way.
Below is an overview of my services with what is included in my birth doula package.
Birth Doula Package
$1,200
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A deposit of $400 is due upon signing the contract to secure your spot.
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The remaining $800 is due by your 37th week.
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Payment plans are available upon request.
As your doula, I will:
Ongoing Support
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Be available via email, call, or text from the moment you hire me to answer questions, share resources, or provide guidance.
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Upon hiring, I will email the contract package and arrange to receive your deposit.
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Matters of medical emergency should always be directed to your midwife or doctor. However, you are welcome to keep me updated on any changes in your care, conditions affecting your birth timing or location, or pregnancy loss.
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If you need encouragement, a pep talk, or a listening ear, I will arrange a quiet time for a call or visit.
Prenatal Visits
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I will meet with you for two in-home prenatal visits during your third trimester.
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Each visit will last 1–3 hours depending on your needs.
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We will discuss the labor process in depth, your goals and preferences, coping strategies, postpartum expectations, and more.
Birth
Support
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I will be on-call starting at 37 weeks until your baby is born.
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I will come to your location when you are ready for support.
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During labor, I provide emotional and physical support including:
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verbal affirmations
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massage and counterpressure
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movement and positioning suggestions
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coping strategies
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labor TENS unit assistance
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answering questions and supporting your partner
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My role does not include making decisions or speaking for you, but I will provide information so you and your partner can make informed choices.
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A back-up doula will be arranged if I am delayed or unable to attend due to illness or family emergencies.
Postpartum Support
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I provide 1–2 one-hour postpartum visits within the first two weeks after birth, depending on your needs.
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Visits include discussing your birth experience, answering newborn care and feeding questions, and bringing a treat of your choice.
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I am happy to assist with light household chores, such as dishes or starting a load of laundry, during my visit.
Location Policy
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I currently attend births in Kitsap County: home births, birth centers, and St. Michael’s Hospital.
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I do not attend free births (births without a licensed medical professional such as a midwife).
