Experienced Atlanta Doulas & Lamaze Birth Classes

We thank our lucky stars that we decided to work with Melissa as our doula for both of our kids birth. She was absolutely incredible. My first birth was early, unmedicated, and fast- and she was there every step of the way. My second birth was planned and I elected for an epidural- and she was still so fantastic. She explained everything that was happening, reassured me, helped me get through the pain, and was overall just an outstanding support person. She’s calm, knowledgeable, funny, and unobtrusive- she’s the person you want by your side during these life changing moments. Can’t recommend her services highly enough!

The Atlanta Doulas were absolutely fantastic to work with. They were extremely helpful and supportive of my wife and I as we navigated the process of having out first child and learning to care for her post-birth. Melissa was with us at the hospital during the birth and did a great job of explaining what was happening, overseeing everything, and ensuring that everything went according to our wishes while my wife and I focused on the task at hand. The communication and support was great before, during, and after the birth whenever we had questions. We also used the overnight doula services for a few specific nights over the first could months with our new baby. Both Stephanie and Melissa were great for this and it was super helpful for us to get a few good nights of rest here and there as well as have more chances to get expert help with sleeping and feeding.

The Atlanta Doulas are truly exceptional. They provided unwavering support throughout my pregnancy, labor, and delivery, making my experience as a first-time mom much less daunting. Their constant availability to address any concerns and their extensive knowledge in all areas of pregnancy were invaluable. They attentively listened to my preferences and brought a wealth of experience with various types of pregnancies. Their postpartum overnight visits were a game-changer and the best form of self-care I could recommend to any new family. I feel so thankful to them and couldn't imagine this experience without them. I highly recommend the Atlanta Doulas for their outstanding care and support.

I was extremely nervous about giving birth—not birth itself, but just knowing about unnecessary interventions in the hospital and worrying that I wouldn’t be able to advocate for myself during labor. I wanted an unmedicated, un-disturbed birth. Basically just to be left alone to do my thing. Plus, this was my first baby so I didn’t entirely know what to expect. My labor and delivery couldn’t have gone better, Melissa was with me from the time we checked in to triage to about an hour after he was born. She helped get me through each contraction, providing counter pressure and reminding me to relax (as best I could). She helped me into different positions every so often to help me progress and advocated for me when I told them I felt like it was time to push. I felt so much more confident in my ability to give birth the way I wanted because I had her supporting me. That doesn’t even include the countless late night pregnancy insomnia texts that I sent them asking questions ‘is this normal?’ ‘Does this sound like labor?’ We still chat every once in a while and I give updates on little guy! They even helped me when we were struggling with his weight gain and I needed reassurance and some tips for breastfeeding. If you’re asking yourself if they are worth the investment, the answer is an absolute yes. I will be hiring them for each of my future pregnancies.

Both Melissa and Stefanie were very personable and knowledgeable! If they didn't have an answer to one of my MANY questions throughout my pregnancy, they would do research on it. My labor was fast and furious and Melissa was amazing! She coached my husband through ways to help me as well as coached me eventhough this was baby #3! Well definitely use them again if we decide to have another!

We had a great experience with Melissa and Stephanie and absolutely recommend hiring them as part of your support team for giving birth! This was our first baby and they provided a wealth of knowledge throughout the pregnancy, and Melissa was amazing at the hospital with us for our birth. My husband and I both agree she was a huge help throughout labor and we were so glad we had her there supporting us. Melissa has also been a great resource postpartum and providing overnight support. In short, we highly recommend them and encourage you to work with them!

Melissa and Stefanie were extremely responsive, they continue to check in now at 9 weeks postpartum! Their automated systems and processes are so helpful and so professional. They know what they are doing and it shows - in their manner, in their knowledge, in their warmth and communications. Highly recommend this duo - you will always be covered and supported, with no gaps. Couldn't ask for anything more during an incredibly huge experience.

I am incredibly grateful that I chose The Atlanta Doulas. As a first time mom, it was difficult interviewing doulas on the phone due to covid but I felt comfortable with Melissa and Stefanie right away. They were excellent about keeping in touch and so kind. I had planned an unmedicated birth. My husband tells me the moment our doula arrived she said "this is happening, you got this mama" and I instantly smiled and softened. She provided excellent assistance with techniques to help my labor progress naturally and helped my husband support me. With her support I was able to have exactly the kind of birth I wanted for my beautiful son. Thank you Stephanie and Melissa!

I cannot begin to thank Stefanie and Melissa for the care they have provided to me and my family as both our birth and postpartum doulas. I did not have a doula for my first birth and knew I wanted to do things differently for my second. I interviewed many doulas and clicked instantly with their calm and reassuring presence, as well as their expertise. I had a high risk pregnancy and they were knowledgeable about my risk factors and confident I could still have an empowering birth experience. They walked me through pregnancy in the pandemic, shifting to a different care provider and hospital in the third trimester, and (ultimately) an unmedicated induction birth that was so empowering. Stefanie arrived at the perfect time during our birth and supported me through a fast and intense, yet somehow peaceful? active labor and delivery. It was amazing and we couldn't have done it without her. After our baby arrived, Melissa helped us get some much needed rest by coming to be our night doula up until about 2 months. The extra hands were much needed and the extra company was so uplifting. These women were amazingly supportive during this process and are still keeping in touch and checking in on us to this day. I couldn't be more thankful for them, and they will forever be a bright spot in the story of our pregnancy and birth of our daughter.

I cannot express in words how important of a role they played in my pregnancy, labour, delivery and postpartum care. Will I hire them again, absolutely yes! My husband said they were the best investment we made for our childbirth. My husband was soo glad he had Stefanie by his side during my labour and delivery. He was glad to have professional support during such a stressful time. You must have them by your side! Thank you Atlanta Doulas, we will eternally be grateful to you!

I am incredibly grateful that I chose the Atlanta Doulas. I felt comfortable with Melissa and Stefanie right away at our initial meeting. They offered a wealth of information and insight. They were great about keeping in touch and so kind. Melissa was on call when I went into labor and thank God for this woman! She truly has a gift for this work. I had planned an unmedicated birth. As a first time mom I had no idea what I was doing. Melissa's steadfast, calm, and patient encouragement was a rock to me when I started struggling. She kept telling me that I could get through it even when I had given up on myself. She provided excellent assistance with techniques to help my labor progress naturally and get the baby in the ideal position. She helped my husband support me. With her support I was able to have exactly the kind of birth I wanted for my beautiful daughter. Thank you Melissa!

IF YOU WANT THE MOST EMPOWERING(whatever that may look like for you) BIRTH EXPERIENCE, HIRE THEM!! This was our second time working with Melissa. We had her as our Doula for the birth of our daughter in 2017. We worked with her again for the birth of our son in August 2020 and could not have imagined doing it any other way. I had ideally wanted to deliver without an epidural and I got that with both my births, mostly due to the amazing support (both physical and mental), my husband and I received from Melissa. I am quite confident it would not have gone the same way if not for her being there. Having a Doula, specially someone as amazing as Melissa was the smartest pregnancy related (maybe even life) decision my husband and I took. Although we didn't directly work with Stefanie for our birth, she was there to answer any questions during the prenatal period and was equally amazing. Melissa has an amazing gift of knowing exactly what to do and say to a laboring woman which IMO is of utmost importance for deciding the course of labor and delivery. Our relationship with her didn't end with the births. We have been in touch over the last 3 years and plan on continuing to be in the future. It feels more like a friendship than a business decision. It is the best money we have ever spent!!

We had the most amazing experience with Melissa and Stefanie! Throughout our pregnancy they sent us resources, reached out with support, and encouraged us. My husband and I knew we wanted doula support from the very beginning for our Birth Center birth, and we are so glad we went with this team. Stefanie ended up supporting us during our labor and she was beyond amazing. She has such a calming presence and was invaluable to my husband when I was in la-la land towards the end of my labor. He felt empowered and confident in supporting me because she was supporting him. She had great ideas and kept me moving during labor, and when things didn't end up going the way I envisioned, she helped me remain calm and reassured me so I could confidently make decisions. We can't thank her enough for the amazing job she did! After our birth they both remained in contact with us and checked up on us. This was huge for us first timers. We will definitely continue this relationship, and look forward to working with them again should we have more children in the future!

Having doula support with Melissa and Stephanie was an amazing experience for me. When I first met with them I learned so much and I loved their warm and engaging personalities. One of the things they mentioned is that they were going to be my husband and my new best friends, and they truly were! They were there for any questions we had during pregnancy, they were there when I switched my birth plan from a hospital birth to a home birth at 39 weeks pregnant (due to covid). Melissa knew when to come over to my house when I was in labor, despite me thinking I had it under control. I had an absolutely amazing birth experience, I felt in control, supported, and empowered throughout. After my birth, they stayed in touch and helped me with all my post partum needs. My sweet little bean is almost 4 months old and we are still in touch. Hiring a doula is the best thing you can do for yourself and Melissa and Stephanie are true experts and friends!

Stefanie and Melissa were one of the most invaluable resources during my pregnancy, labor/delivery, and postpartum. They offer an abundance of knowledge, experience, and resources for any bump in the road. Stefanie came to support us during my birth in the middle of Covid-19 (shout out to Wellstar North Fulton for deeming doulas as a part of the birth team!). My husband is an excellent supporter. He is serving and loving in nature, but we were beyond grateful for Stefanie's support because she had something my husband definitely didn't. My husband knows me, but Stefanie KNOWS BIRTH. I needed a small amount of Pitocin to get contractions to pick up and I do not think I would have had the non-medicated birth that I wanted without Stefanie's hip squeezes and tens unit. Through 4 hours of pushing, Stefanie was right there with me. I was holding (squeezing) her with one arm and my husband with the other. I ended up with some pretty bad tearing, but Stefanie was right by my side as they discussed surgery/options and she helped me get baby latched before I went back to be repaired. Unfortunately, because of Covid she was kicked out shortly after delivery but that didn't end their support. They were always checking in to offer support practically and emotionally. Going through birth, whether it is your first or fifth is a big, emotional time. Having the peace that you have someone in your corner who, if she doesn't know, knows someone is incredibly relieving. You will NOT regret hiring The Atlanta Doulas.

WE LOVE THESE DOULAS! They are kind and compassionate, understanding and communicative, responsive and knowledgeable. They are so great at answering questions, quelling fears, and addressing concerns. We had a calm, beautiful labor and delivery, made sweeter by their patience and steadfast presence - holding space for mama and baby to work together birthing. Highly recommend to anyone looking for wholeness and wellness in their birthing experience - regardless of type of delivery.

Melissa was AMAZINGGGG! My husband and I absolutely loved having her as our doula. I must add that both Melissa and Stephanie provided helpful and insightful prenatal support and then Melissa was with us for labor and delivery of our baby. All through my 19 hours of unmedicated labor Melissa was an essential partner for my husband and me. She knew just how to support me with changes in position, encouragement and good advice. It was her suggestion (and one that my midwife listened too) that helped turn my baby boy turn from a posterior position right before he was born. She stood and helped me through all 4 hours of pushing. I probably wouldn't have had an unmedicated natural birth, as I wanted, without Melissa. During the post partum period Melissa continued to be a helpful resource to our family. She reached out to us and has continued to stay in touch. We are so grateful to have had her with us!

The Atlanta Doulas were absolutely wonderful. I found them just before I switched practices around 30 weeks for my second pregnancy. I did not have a doula for my first. They did not influence my decision to switch, but simply helped me reach a sound choice in which I felt most comfortable by giving information about their extensive experiences regarding interventions, providers, and hospitals. Melissa and Stefanie were not only a wealth of knowledge, they were readily available and genuinely caring and kind. When it came to delivery, I don’t know if I would have made it through without Stefanie! She was incredibly empowering yet also comforting. So attentive and experienced; they are passionate about birth and it shows. Melissa was wonderful with postpartum follow ups. I would recommend them with emphasis to anyone wondering if they should hire a doula. Pregnancy and birth can be very overwhelming for some. I think no matter what kind of experience you want, they will enhance it. I would choose hiring them in a heartbeat if I could do it again. So pleased with their contribution to such a momentous occasion in our lives.

We took a long time to decide whether or not to have a doula and I believe it is the single best decision we made regarding this birth experience- our first child. Stefanie and Melissa were so communicative and reassuring in the weeks leading up to the birth-- very patient with all my constant questions. Working with a team gave me peace of mind that no matter what, someone would be there for us! On the day of the birth, Melissa was on call and she was incredible. She helped work with me through induced labor and guided me throughout the entire experience. She was patient and kind and understanding of the choices I made. She has kept in touch since and we are so grateful for her and Stefanie!

I chose the placenta encapsulation package, which included placenta capsules, placenta tincture, umbilical cord keepsake (probably my favorite part!), and placenta prints. Their services were AWESOME, I really feel the placenta pills helped me emotionally during the postpartum period. Stephanie was so kind and her energy so warming when she came to the hospital to deliver my goodies. I'm pregnant with #2 and plan on hiring them again this time around! 10/10 highly recommend these women to care for you before, during, and after the birth of your child. ❤️

Stefanie was the most amazing doula! She was with us for our first baby’s birth and we had her again for our second! She was just what we needed to feel confident in having a natural birth. She had great techniques for pain management and was a wealth of information. Couldn’t have done it with such peace without her!

Melissa and Stefanie were wonderful to work with. They were both extremely knowledgeable and helped my husband and I a great deal beforehand. They met with us, reached out, sent us articles about things we asked about and texted to be of support. They are very caring and professional at the same time. Melissa attended our son’s birth. She was incredibly helpful and make the experience a good one. She helped me relax, comforted me, held my hand and helped me make decisions that would have been hard to make on my own. After our son was born, Melissa continued to reach out and be supportive. We really appreciated that. Their goal is to help you have a positive birth experience, and ours was a very good experience all considering thanks to these two wonderful doulas.

I had the most wonderful experience with the Atlanta Doulas. Throughout the pregnancy they were always in touch with us. No question was stupid and if I went a week without anything to ask, they’d always reach out and see how things were going. During the actual labour and delivery, Melissa was there and beyond beyond incredible. I truly don’t feel like I could have done it without her. She was sweet, present, helpful and just knew what to do. I’m so grateful that I got two awesome friends through this journey ♥️♥️

Melissa and Stefanie are amazing. They both are very knowledgeable about all aspects of labor/delivery and made me feel comfortable and supported at our pre-birth meeting. Melissa was the one who attended our son’s birth, and I cannot imagine having done it without her. Honestly if she was not there I’m not sure how things would have gone. My doctor didn’t make it to the hospital in time and I spent much of my labor in the waiting room (not very pleasant), and things got a little complicated toward the end, and it would have been a much different experience if Melissa wasn’t there. I also was able to do it completely unmedicated (not entirely by choice, although that was a tentative goal for me) and I was so grateful that she was there to help me through that process. And especially not having my doctor there to deliver my baby- it was so wonderful to have someone there with us the whole time who we knew, trusted, who knew what she was talking about, and who could remain calm throughout. Even from the beginning of the evening when my water broke and the doctor on call wasn’t being very helpful on the phone, Melissa was a constant, reassuring presence, even just by text message at first. Cannot highly recommend these ladies enough!

I don’t even know where to begin when writing a review for these wonderful ladies! The support we received prior to birth, during, and after can’t be beat. In the process of finding a doula my husband was pretty apprehensive to add an additional member to the delivery room and didn’t quite understand just how beneficial it would be to have Melissa present at our birth. Believe me when I say that there is no way I would have been able to deliver naturally per my birth plan without her. Not only was she monumental during labor but both Stephanie and Melissa were amazing with all of my pregnancy and post baby questions. They were so responsive and always got back to me immediately when I reached out, even at 3:00am when my water broke. I highly recommend The Atlanta Doulas and won't be bringing another baby into the world without them!

Melissa and Stephanie were amazing!! They both provided helpful and insightful prenatal support and then Melissa was with us for labor and delivery of our baby. During labor Melissa was an essential partner for my husband and me. She knew just how to support me with changes in position, spending hours and hours with me in the shower, encouragement and good advice. In the end, I give her full credit for adjusting my labor positions to turn my baby from a posterior position when I was 9 cm dilated. Baby turned successfully and took only 40 minutes of pushing, phew!! During the post partum period Melissa continued to be a helpful resource to our family. We were so grateful to have had them with us!

Amazing. We didn't know what to expect when getting a doula as this is our first child. With that said, I don't think we could have expected how incredibly supportive and helpful they were. Stefanie was our doula and she went with us from the Atlanta Birth Center to the Medical Center. We had a 50 hour labor from start to finish and she was there for the entire labor. We had a great labor experience with Stefanie and I am looking forward to recommending her to everyone I know in the Atlanta area. I think I would have tapped out at around 24 hour mark if it was not for her comfort and support during labor. I highly recommend this doula team. Our midwife team was also impressed with their talent and professionalism.

I am so incredibly thankful for the support that Stefanie gave me during my pregnancy and delivery. I am a third time mom and was looking for a natural delivery with the support of a doula. I found Stefanie on social media and while talking with her the first time I immediately knew we were a match! I was able to have my dream of a natural delivery with a midwife in the hospital setting. Stefanie can help you have the experience you dream of - I am so thankful to have found her!

Knowledge, compassion and humor. These are three things I wanted my doula to have and Stefanie delivered. She was not only knowledgeable about different positions and comfort measures specific to women attempting VBACs (with a posterior positioned baby), but she was able to distract me with her humor as well. I love how down to earth she is! If you’re looking for a doula who has your back (and your belly 😊), definitely book her today!

Hiring a doula was one of the best decisions we made while preparing for the birth of our baby. Stefanie provided a sense of normalcy and calm throughout our pregnancy and was our anchor during labor — especially in the early stages while we were at home. We gave birth at the Atlanta Birth Center and could not have asked for a better, more experienced, or more compassionate team. Stefanie will forever be a part of our family's story & we could not be more thankful for her sweet nature and endless knowledge!

Stefanie is by far the most amazing Doula! When picking a doula I wanted someone who truly loved their role as a doula. When I met Stefanie I I could see just how passionate she was to be a doula and her love for helping other mothers, spouses and family members. Stefanie was in another labor while I needed her assistance so she hurried and sent her backup doula Stephanie and they worked so quickly and I was able to get the help I needed to succeed in my natural labor/delivery. Because of them, I did it. So thank you very much to the both of you. ❤

Stefanie was exceptional! She was supportive, caring, and patient during all 41 hours of my labor.. and yes I said 41 hours, 30 of which were all natural! I highly recommend her for any type of birthing experience. She has a genuine heart and is always there when you need her no matter the day or time! My husband and I both loved her and wouldn’t have wanted anyone else to share our daughter’s labor and birth with. My most memorable experience with Stefanie was the time I spent in the shower during labor, and she sat outside the curtain the entire time without being asked. Even when she couldn’t physically help me, her presence relaxed me during the hardest moments. She truly is the best!

When my husband and I found out we were pregnant with our rainbow baby we were over the moon with excitement. I knew from the beginning that I wanted to have a natural, unmedicated birth but wasn't sure if I could do it. We weren't sure if we needed a doula-- was it going to be worth the money? Was it really necessary? The answer is a big fat YES! From the moment we met Stefanie, we felt like we had known her for a long time. Her positive energy, humor, approach and knowledge were invaluable. Stefanie was prompt throughout my pregnancy with responding to my questions no matter what time or day. She was flexible with scheduling pre and postnatal visits and most importantly she was a HUGE part in the success of the natural birth I had wanted so badly. She brought an amazing calming energy to the hospital room and worked really well with my husband throughout the labor and delivery. Also, she took the most raw and beautiful pictures during L&D that we will cherish forever. Look no further and hire Stefanie as your doula. We love her!

Stefanie was great fun, a wonderful support, and the perfect encouragement we needed to approach our baby's birth with confidence and a sense of calm I didn't know was possible for childbirth! She provided exactly what we needed when we needed it.

Even though my husband didn't understand the purpose of a doula in the beginning, we're both glad we hired Stefanie. The in-home classes worked well with his schedule and really helped both of us feel more prepared. Having Stefanie in the delivery room really made a difference. Even though (like many others) my delivery didn't go exactly as planned, it was reassuring to have Stefanie supporting me, my husband, and my mother (it was a packed room... lol). Her assistance to me directly and the guidance she gave to my family in assisting me was invaluable. Would definitely recommend her!

Wonderful experience - I truly believe it made the difference during my delivery to make the experience stellar.

My husband and I hired Stefanie to help us navigate the birth process of our first born. We both participated in a lengthy natural childbirth class, but we still felt we wanted additional support deciding to give birth at a local hospital. I am thankful we hired Stefanie as our Doula for the additional knowledge and support- she was a blessing from start to finish. We met with her twice prior to us going into labor. She was sp knowledgeable and helpful with our (numerous) questions pertaining to the whole process- and she was so encouraging and patient with leading up to the big day! She is prompt and dilligent with communication as well. ( I got a tad anxious nearing my 42 week mark as my OB practice pushes for induction at that time) She continued to remind me of my options and facts of induction not to mention she helped me feel at ease. We ended up needing cervical ripening agents and were admitted to the hospital earlier than desired. Stephanie really was an angel at that time- She came to the hospital three times within a 24 hour period! She maintained a professional demeanor at all times even while called at 3 am on the 3rd day. I ended up delivering my daughter without an epidural or pain medication. Exactly what I wanted! Stefanie was an angel by my side and I felt empowered and reassured with her there. During the labor process- she was so professional and knowledgable with various birth positions and pain relief. My husband is thankful she was there also to be with me allowing him to sneak out for food and fresh air, ect. Last- but certainly not least- I'm so grateful she was able to take pictures of the first moments of the birth of our daughter! I treasure the picture of my husband cutting her cord. And the candid picture of pure joy on my face holding her. The services she provides are truly priceless! Stephanie is a gentle spirit and she certainly has found her calling!

Stefanie Kelly was the doula that I hired and I would hire her again in a heartbeat. Stefanie was an amazing educator in our prenatal sessions, she provided us our answers and gave me a huge sense of confidence and inspiration. I liked her from our very first meeting and didn't even bother to meet any other doulas after meeting Stefanie. I looked forward to seeing her and every time I got more and more excited about her being part of my labor and delivery support team. Stefanie talked me thru some rocky hospital experiences during the first two days I was in the hospital and then when it was time for her to come, she came and immediately she made me feel more confident and less nervous. I know that if I had a question even now, with my baby girl being 3.5 months, she would take the time to do whatever she could to help me in my moment of need.

The idea of giving birth terrified me. I had a birth plan in mind, but was fearful it would get tossed out the window once I went into labor. Stefanie not only helped me carry out my plan, but made sure my every need I had was taken care of! She helped me and my husband fully experience the best day of our lives. We could not imagine having a more loving and serene birth. When it comes time for baby #2, Stefanie will be the first one I call.