Portland, Oregon Birth Support

Portland Birth Doula - We don't birth alone. We join the long line that came before us.

I offer inclusive doula care grounded in evidence, empathy, and the timeless tradition of supportive presence.

Serving families throughout the Portland metro area

PortlandMilwaukieBeavertonLake OswegoTigardTualatinOregon CityVancouver, WA

Meet Lauren

I'm Lauren, a birth doula and photographer based in Milwaukie, Oregon, just outside of Portland. I grew up in Delaware, but have lived on the West Coast since 2017. I am a mom to one child, two dogs, and a cat. I love reading, getting outside, and exploring new cities. I love trying out new hobbies: currently I'm learning how to crochet!

I trained through Doula Love Portland's DONA International and OHA Approved program. My practice is trauma-informed, inclusive, and evidence-based. I honor all paths to parenthood and believe that every person deserves compassionate, culturally responsive care during their most vulnerable moments.

I serve families throughout the Portland metro area, including Beaverton, Lake Oswego, Tigard, Tualatin, and surrounding communities.

I believe birth is not just a beginning. It is a continuation of a lineage - of wisdom, of strength, of becoming. I am here to hold space for you to make your own choices while feeling supported, safe, and seen.

Lauren Joy, Portland birth doula, with her son in natural outdoor setting

What does a doula do?

I provide five key types of support throughout your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey

Emotional support

Reassurance, encouragement, and grounding from a calming presence

Knowledge

Evidence-based guidance to help you make informed decisions about your care

Physical Support

Comfort measures, positioning, massage, and breathing techniques

Advocacy

Helping you communicate your preferences and ensuring your voice is heard

Partner support

Guidance and reassurance for your partner so they can best support you

Offerings

Sacred support & artful documentation for your parenthood journey

Birth Doula Services

Grounded, inclusive care for your sacred transformation.

$700Discounted rate for a limited time!

What's Included:

Free consultation
Unlimited check-ins via phone/email/text
1–2 prenatal visits (virtual or in-person)
Birth plan assistance
Education on birthing positions and pain management
24/7 on-call support from 38 weeks
Continuous labor support (home, hospital, or birth center)
Up to 2 hours post-birth presence
2 postpartum visits (1–2 hours each)

Emphasizing emotional presence, informed choice, and care that adapts to your vision for birth.

Maternity, Newborn, & Postpartum Photography

Candid, natural images that capture your transformation and new beginning.

Doula Client Photography Add-On

$50Discounted rate for a limited time!
2 x 30-minute sessions (1 prenatal + 1 postpartum)
10–15 lightly-edited high-res images each session
Seamlessly integrated with doula care

Maternity, Newborn, or Postpartum Photography Session

$100Discounted rate for a limited time!
60–90 minute at-home session
25–35 lightly-edited high-resolution digital images
No doula services required to book

Capturing the tender, authentic moments of your early days together with artful photography.

Lauren Joy, Portland doula, providing peaceful support by the riverside

You deserve to be seen and supported

Honoring the quiet, powerful moments of early parenthood with presence and reverence.

Let's Connect

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