Find a Midwife Near Me in Smyrna, TN

Hello and welcome! My name is Tamara, and I’m passionate about supporting mothers and families during the incredible — and sometimes overwhelming — postpartum journey. With over 10 years of hands-on experience in maternal and child health, including five years with the Metro Public Health Department WIC program, I’ve guided countless families through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, and early childhood development. In addition to my professional work, I’m a mother of three and a proud grandmother, which gives me a deep, personal understanding of the joys and challenges that come with caring for newborns and growing families. My approach combines practical knowledge, gentle care, and cultural sensitivity to support families during this important transition. I also provide bilingual services in English and Arabic to ensure families feel fully understood and supported. Services I offer: • Postpartum recovery support & newborn care • Breastfeeding guidance and encouragement • Nutrition education for mothers and babies • Emotional support and resources for families • Bilingual support (English & Arabic) My goal is to create a calm, nurturing environment where parents feel empowered, informed, and cared for. It would be my honor to walk alongside you and your family as you adjust to life with your new little one.

My name is Miriam, I am a loving and energetic 28 years old Doula and Babysitter. I was born in the United States but spent most of my life in Israel. I recently decided to return to the US and am looking for a job to fill up my gaps between births, such as: postpartum care / babysitting / animal care / house sitting. Childbirth and children are the greatest love of my life!! My mom has been a Doula for her whole life, therfore i was raised to this propession all my life and always know "this is my passion". I'm from a big family as well, with many children. I have years of experience teaching English to children of all ages, and I in my last job, I was a Nanny for a 3 year old and there three dogs. In the past years, I've supported many families through birth. I am acalm and patient, responsible, and children oriented woman. My past experience showed that I'm able to manage stressful situations peacefully. I am looking forward to meeting your wonderful family so that we can have the best experience together 😀

As a postpartum doula, I, Jana, am dedicated to helping new parents get much-needed restful nights while caring for their newborns. With genuine passion, I form meaningful connections and find joy in witnessing parents experience rejuvenating sleep, empowering them for the day ahead. My journey as a doula began after realizing my calling extended beyond the classroom, where I worked as an infant teacher for years. I provide emotional and physical support, tailoring my approach to each family. Operating in Franklin and nearby areas, my philosophy centers around nonjudgmental assistance, leaving families with a deep sense of worth and the belief that they can overcome challenges. By reducing stress, I enable mothers to prioritize self-care and bonding with their baby. Think of sleep as a valuable resource that needs to be replenished to help you function at your best. I am here to provide the assistance you need

Hi friends! Tara Frigaard here as a new doula, fresh out of her training at the HBI academy. I am continuing to work as an L&D nurse while I slowly work towards completing my certification. I bring 9 years of experience with me as both a postpartum and labor& delivery nurse. I want to walk alongside women into parenthood with peace and confidence to bring about my transformation rather than trauma.

Hello Mamas! I am a fully-trained birth and postpartum doula, but I currently have reduced fees as I gain experience and obtain full certification. My background is in Early Childhood and Special Education. I earned both my Bachelor's and Master's degrees in education, and I worked with children for many years. I am also a mother of four and stayed home with my children for several years. I have a passion for all things birth and recently decided that I wanted to spend the next chapter of my life as a birth worker. I look forward to meeting you and supporting you during your pregnancy, labor and postpartum journey!

I've been a DONA-certified birth doula and Lamaze-certified childbirth educator supporting families in the Nashville area since 2002. I love working with first-time parents, moms planning VBACs, and parents planning both medication-free and epidural births. Let me help you have a safe, healthy, beautiful birth, too!

My passion for birth work began at age 14 when I unexpectedly supported my aunt during an unplanned home birth. Being by her side during such a powerful moment showed me how meaningful it is to support mothers through labor, and it inspired my commitment to birth work. I have been a trained doula since 2022 and have supported approximately 15 mothers through 17 births. Through these experiences, I have developed confidence in providing emotional, physical, and informational support while remaining calm and attentive in fast-paced situations. My goal is always to help mothers feel safe, supported, and cared for. I hold current CPR and NRP certifications and have scheduled my renewal training to remain fully compliant. I offer flexible and reliable availability

I am a Mom to my son and daughter, and a Nana to two Princesses. A bit on the crunchy side, I enjoy organic gardening, whole foods cooking, sewing, and continuing to learn. Serving families through pregnancy, birth, and the fourth trimester is an honor and a joy. And, I enjoy a little trip to unwind when not on-call.

I am an experienced, trained, and certified birth doula and an advocate for changing the birth narrative in our world. Overcoming the heartbreaking loss of my mom through childbirth, I faced my own fears through my three births. During those experiences, I uncovered profound strength, resilience, and courage beyond my wildest imagination. Birth invites us on a journey of self-empowerment. It would be my honor to be your guide as you courageously step into your own birth story, the same way I did.

Hi there! I’m Torey, I’m a Certified birth and postpartum Doula. I was a nanny for 6 years before stepping into this Doula roll & a sibling to 5 others ( a lot of babysitting happened there). I have always felt comfy and at home in the child care/ nurturing space, I love what I do. I completed my training through ProDoula & have real time experience. Let’s chat! :)

Tanya’s passion for pregnancy, birth, and babies began when she was just a child. Clients describe her as being a calm and reassuring presence, a good listener, helpful, and reliable. She’s been a Doula for over 10 years and has over 20 years of experience in caring for babies, toddlers and their families. As a part of her Doula career, she has supported clients with labor support and overnight mom and baby care. Having had such vast birth and parenting experiences herself, Tanya approaches each birth and baby with an open mind and she realizes and appreciates that every woman and baby is unique and special. Her calm and friendly demeanor will bring peace into even the most chaotic of atmospheres. Tanya attunes to the family in order to support them well and clients feel more calm and confident as a result. Tanya is the owner of Tennessee Family Doulas and is a Labor and Postpartum Doula, a Postpartum Placenta Specialist, and a Childbirth Educator. Tanya is committed to staying up-to-date and informed so that she can be a strong informational support for her clients. Tanya's time outside of her doula work is spent nurturing her flock of chickens, cooking new recipes she finds on Pinterest, enjoying a weekly supper club/bible discussion group with great friends, and encouraging the women in her Facebook group, Pregnancy Planning, Pregnant, and Moms of Newborns in Middle Tennessee. She lives in Columbia with her husband, Jon and their 2 dogs, Willow and Sparrow. Tanya is a mother to four amazing children and Mimi to her 9 grandchildren. CLIENT QUOTES: “Tanya met and exceeded our expectations. She was an immense source of comfort and assurance to me during labor. In addition, she helped to support my husband and gave him opportunities to take breaks as needed.” “Tanya was very helpful in positioning (with an epidural) and coaching through pushing. It made this birth a lot more enjoyable (than my first).” “Tanya came to be with us shortly after our release from the hospital and ensured a much easier transition. She was willing to help with whatever would make our lives easier with a new baby – helping with laundry, errands, and making sure we were all eating and resting, to spending precious one-on-one time with our toddler! We are so thankful for Tanya and her sweet, calming nature.” “Two years and two kids later, Tanya’s calm, caring, nurturing ways have helped us navigate this unpredictable journey of parenthood through the toughest days and longest nights. I am not only fortunate for the support she has provided my children, but so grateful for the friend she is to me as well.” “Tanya has made my husband’s and my own life so much more balanced and manageable in the weeks leading up to and following the birth of my twins! She not only makes sure we get an adequate amount of rest, but also provides so much peace of mind through her immense knowledge of newborns and their needs. She is always available, day or night, to answer our questions or to help us out in numerous ways. I cannot say enough of how much of a difference Tanya has made throughout the entire process and how grateful I am for her.”

Hi y’all my name is Hallee, founder of Haven Harbor Doula Care. I am a new birth and postpartum doula. I have specialized in caring for infants for the past few years and now I’m moving forward into doula care. I am in the process of getting certified through DONA International and will be fully certified soon. Although certification is not necessary to start working as a doula, I felt it was the best route for me to feel fully confident in my abilities to support new parents and family’s. I am new to the greater Nashville area and am so excited to start supporting family’s to the best of my abilities!

Hello! I am a wife and mother to 5 children. I have my doctorate in physical therapy in which I currently serve the adult and pediatric populations. I have recently received my Birth Doula training through Dona International. As a Birth Doula I provide physical and emotional support for my clients during pregnancy, birth and postpartum. As a physical therapist I am also able to provide the following education to the families I serve: -pelvic floor -child development -infant massage Additionally I serve as a night nanny, helping families find true rest and support during such a special time in their lives. I am Infant/child CPR certified. Over 15 year of experience in pediatrics.

Hello! I'm a Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator, Spinning Babies® Certified Parent Educator, and Certified Body Ready Method® Pro who has passionately supported families during pregnancy and birth since 2001. (475 births attended as of Christmas Eve 2025!) I want you to have a positive and peaceful birth, no matter how your labor unfolds. (Think of me as your local tour guide and translator on a visit to a foreign land!) I serve families in the Middle TN region with in-person support and provide virtual assistance nationwide. I'd love to connect and share how I can help you have a better birth.

My name is Amanda Watts, and I am a certified birth doula in middle Tennessee. My heart has been drawn to birth work for as long as I can remember. I believe birth is an experience perfectly designed by God, and I consider it an honor to walk alongside families during this time. I am here to offer physical and emotional support, as well as evidence based information.

Hi! I am mom to 10 children, birth activist, doula, and childbirth educator. I work hard to change the birth culture in Nashville by educating doulas, improving birth and baby loss care in the local hospitals, organizing Empower Your Birth conferences, donating peanut balls to 14 area hospitals, changing the TN newborn eye ointment law to be more favorable to parents, and fighting for parents/doulas rights during Covid. I have over 28 years of experience with pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding. I run a Christian doula agency that strives to strengthen marriages/ families, educate to empower you, and nurture you to find joy in motherhood during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

Mary Anne Richardson, CPM-TN, EMT,RN (Licensed Midwife) Since August, 1994, Mary Anne Richardson as a Certified Professional Midwife (CPM) has been asissting couples with births in the Nashville Area. During that time she has trained and worked in hospital settings, and in the homes of clients. Her experience with birth includes management of: breech, twins, shoulder dystocias, VBACs, and hemorrhage. She has dealt with placenta previa, placenta abruption, retained placenta, cord wraps, and velamentous insertion of the cord. In 1997 she founded Tender Beginnings and was the sole midwife for much of that time. She is active in providing education to other midwives and students to improve midwifery care for mothers and babies across the country. In pursuit of her passion to improve the reputation of midwives Mary Anne has served two terms as the President of the TMA (Tennessee Midwives Association) as well as other positions on the TMA board and still serves the TMA as a legislative liaison. As a legislative liaison she worked tirelessly, along with other midwives, to legalize CPM/Home birth midwifery in the state of Tennessee by successfully lobbing for three different bills through the state Legislature. She has served two terms on the Council of Certified Professional Midwives a division of the Department of Health state of Tennessee as Vice-Chairperson and the Chairperson. Currently she serves as the consultant to the Council of Certified Professional Midwives reviewing complaints to the Council. Mary Anne currently sets on the board of NARM (North America Registry of Midwives) and is the Director of Accountability for this organization. While caring for families as a midwife and monitrice, she maintains three TN State licenses and she is currently active in providing education to other midwives and students to improve midwifery care for mothers and babies across the country. She has presented courses to students in local universities and colleges about midwifery. She was honored to serve as the Keynote presenter at a “Empower Your Birth Conference”. She has developed and presented courses for midwifery students and midwives, some of which have been accredited by MEAC (Midwifery Education and Accreditation Council) and a presentation at MANA (Midwives Alliance of North America) a international midwifery conference. Mary Anne has also been an Instructor at the College of Traditional Midwifery. Her most current MEAC accredited class is “Stick ’em up IV Therapy”

I am a full spectrum doula offering holistic, hands-on support for families throughout pregnancy, labor, birth, and the early postpartum period. My approach centers on education, advocacy, and embodied comfort measures, meeting each family where they are emotionally, physically, and culturally. I support unmedicated and medicated births, VBACs, and hospital or birth center deliveries, with a strong focus on informed decision-making and continuity of care. In addition to birth support, I offer postpartum care, breastfeeding guidance, placenta encapsulation, belly binding, and closing-the-bones ceremonies, helping families feel grounded, confident, and supported as they transition into parenthood.

My name is Abalonia Leavitt. I am a mother of five beautiful children, married, driven , passionate. I love traveling especially as a midwife. I enjoy watching TV spending, time with my children and, taking vacations. I've had a passion for conception pregnancy and birth since I was a teenager. I would spend hours in the library researching and learning about embryology, neonatology and, obstetrics. As a mother, I know how important it is to have quality care, more importantly to feel heard. feeling empowered, Informed. like an ally you can rely on! You shouldn't have to feel like you're fighting against your beliefs and intuition. Most importantly you want what's best for your baby. Some season practitioners are stuck in their ways I'm trying to bridge that Gap between hospital being a normality back to Midwifery being the sole purpose and providers for pregnancy aside from high risk pregnancies. I aim to lower mortality and morbidity rates among women and babies in the United States. I provide quality evidence-based care. I believe that "No one cares how much you know until, they know how much you care! At Leavitt's Itty-Bitty Delivery that is our commitment to our clients. With over 10 years of experience in the birthing field over 30 certifications, I strive to find answers and question everything with or without clinical trials, ACOG recommended standard of care. I meet my clients where they are, not on a spectrum that places all we knew and know about midwifery today on a sliding scale! I aim to break those barriers and get answers to all things prenatal, postpartum and newborn assessments and unnecessary treatments given due to protocols and policies that protect themselves and not the patients. I am also accredited A on the Better Business Bureau, WebMD, Vitals and several other sites. I have served my community for free in the past if insurance was not covered. I am unable to provide free services for births, I try to make up by working with your budget and will try for out-of-pocket reimbursements from insurance. I also serve the Elite communities as well. I offer a one of a kind genetic testing, Mommy care kits, Parenting courses, prep for Midwifery entry trainings, NRP, BLS, BBP, STABLE and, PALS. Contact me for more information or schedule a FREE 45 minute consultation, also check out my website. www.Leavittsitty-bittydelivery.com I just ask if we start business together please leave a review of our interactions, comments, concerns and any improvements needed. Thank you!

Hi, I’m Gina a holistic birth doula and lactation specialist serving families in the Nashville area. With over 12 years of experience in lactation support, I am a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS), Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), and currently pursuing my IBCLC credential. I support families with evidence-based education, hands-on comfort measures, partner coaching, and personalized feeding guidance rooted in compassion and cultural awareness. I am also a mother of five, including a set of twins, and have personally experienced unmedicated birth, cesarean birth, and VBAC. I breastfed all of my children, which allows me to blend lived experience with professional expertise. I believe birth is sacred and transformative, and my role is to protect your peace, strengthen your voice, and help you feel confident and deeply supported from pregnancy through postpartum.