Evidence-based care, zero pressure – and support that gets you.
Birth support with you at the center.
This isn’t just about having someone show up on your birth day—it’s about building a relationship rooted in trust, calm, and real connection.
Through personalized care, evidence-based guidance, and steady presence from pregnancy through postpartum, this support helps you feel confident, informed, and genuinely held—so you can move through birth feeling empowered, not overwhelmed.
You deserve comprehensive care
You deserve a doula
You deserve comprehensive care You deserve a doula
There are a lot of doulas out there – and you deserve one who feels like the right fit.
I bring more than just knowledge and experience to your birth; I bring grounded presence, practical tools, and a relationship built on trust.
My support goes deeper than showing up on your birth day. We begin building a connection early, so by the time labor arrives, you feel seen, safe, and truly supported – by someone who knows you, your values, and your hopes for this birth. You’ll have access to evidence-based resources, emotional support, and guided reflection to help you prepare on every level: physical, mental, and emotional.
And the care doesn’t end once your baby arrives. I’ll be there for you in the postpartum space too – helping you process your experience, offering hands-on support, and making sure you feel held through the early days of new parenthood.
When you work with me, you’re also helping expand access to this kind of care in our community – because every family deserves to feel supported and seen.
Danielle Stephan
Loudoun County Birth Doula
Erin Hostetler, First time mom
“Danielle was so communicative, helpful, and understanding.
Being able to continue asking questions and talking through the entire journey has been a form of therapy and decompression that is much needed.”
Birth Support Services
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Minimum of three prenatal meetings. I take building a relationship with each family I support very seriously. That’s why we meet a minimum of three times before your birth. I don’t just want to know your birth preferences — I want to know you. And in the same way, I don’t want to be a stranger in the room when you’re in labor.
Unlimited, continuous labor support. Contraction-to-contraction support and care, so your medical team can focus on their core responsibilities (the health of you & your baby). I work alongside your partner, allowing them to show up 100% for you in the moment, and provide you with the birth professional tips & tricks that help you through your labor. There are never any extra fees or time limits here — no surprises, no add-ons.
Two postpartum meetings. One is great but most women don’t see their provider until 6 weeks postpartum, and we need to fill that gap in care! I help assist with breastfeeding, check in on your mental health, answer baby or postpartum body questions, help process your birth experience, and provide trusted referrals as needed. A bonus: I always bring some food for your family at one of these postpartum visits.
Unlimited text and email support throughout your pregnancy. I’m here for the little things - heartburn, leg cramps - and the big - Do I schedule an induction or another ultrasound? How the heck to do I navigate this seemingly large and looming decision? I’m available to you for support, information, preparation, and resources throughout your pregnancy.
My signature client workbook & resource hub. Thoughtfully and intentionally designed to set you up for an informed birth experience and help you reflect and connect with your intuition as you navigate this HUGE life transformation.
TENs unit rental for labor. Moms love this tool! This non-medical pain relief tool that you might choose to use to help manage your labor. Honestly, hospitals and midwives should provide them to everyone!! But they don’t, so I do :)
Discounts on classes. I offer up to 25% off my prenatal yoga series or childbirth education classes for my birth support clients.
Supporting community birth. By hiring me, you’re also making a contribution to my community birth support grant program, creating more accessible doula care for other members of our community. 6% of the birth support investment goes towards community birth support grants.
*Additional prenatal or postpartum visits can be arranged by request
I intentionally take a limited number of clients each month so I can be fully present with each family. This protects my energy, allows me to show up emotionally and physically for you, and greatly reduces the likelihood of needing backup.
This is my full-time profession, and it’s how I care for my own family while caring for yours. Earning a sustainable income means I can pour myself into this work without spreading myself thin or taking on other jobs — which ultimately allows me to show up more grounded and present for you.
If at any point you feel our support plan isn’t meeting your needs, we’ll reassess together.
This investment gives you the knowledge, guidance, and support to navigate the maternity system with confidence, especially if you’re planning an unmedicated or low-intervention birth.
Investment: $2,500
Discount rate available for returning families
Grants available - Full and partial - Please do not hesitate to inquire
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Community Birth Support Grants provide families with full or partial grants for prenatal and birth preparation classes and/or in-person doula support.
This offer is available to anyone in need - please don’t hesitate to inquire.
More 1:1 time with your doula.
When we work together, I want you to feel grounded & guided.
My package goes beyond the bare bones of doula support. I provide you with tools and resources to help you really honor this time and prepare for birth on physical, mental, and spiritual level.
My packages provides you with tools to: create a calm grounded mind, enhance your mind/body connection as you approach and prepare for the physical and mental event that is birth, have a confident partner, be informed on evidence-based care, and feel deeply supported as we've put in the time to build a real relationship.
Community Birth Support Grants
Everyone deserves high quality maternity support.
In striving for inclusive and equitable maternal healthcare, I believe that everyone deserves access to quality childbirth education, prenatal classes, and birth support.
To help ensure that everyone can receive the care they need, I offer the Community Birth Support Grant program, which provides full or partial grants to anyone in need. These grants can be used toward prenatal yoga, childbirth classes, or doula support.
6% of all fees from my classes and services are donated to the Community Birth Support Grant Program, helping more families access the care they deserve.
Seriously, you’ve got this
FAQs
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No. When you work with a doula, your partner can feel more confident, supported, and included in the birth process. Having a birth professional by their side allows them to focus fully on supporting you, knowing they’re backed by expert guidance. My role is to provide reassurance and enhance your journey together, helping you both feel more connected and prepared for this special experience.
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I usually take 2 - 4 clients a month, with several months out of the year taken off to rest & recharge. I never take on more than 4 clients a month to ensure that I have lots of mental/emotional space for each family that I support.
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Of course! I have a primary backup lined up for each family that I support, as well as a network of doula friends in Loudoun County area that I can call upon if needed. I love my doula friends and support them on backup when needed, too.
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Yes! I am a Carrot approved doula and am able to qualify for reimbursement of expenses through Carrot.
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Yes, doulas are typically qualified for HSA or FSA payments. I am happy to provide a superbill receipt for FSA and HSA payments.
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I provide doula services in Loudoun, Fairfax, Clarke, and Frederick Counties in Virginia. This encompasses all hospitals and birthing centers within these counties, as well as homebirths. Some of the hospitals I serve include INOVA Loudoun Hospital, INOVA Fair Oaks Hospital, StoneSprings Hospital Center, Reston Hospital Center, and Winchester Medical Center. Additionally, I offer support at birth centers such as Premier Birth Center in Winchester and Chantilly.
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Yes, I provide support in all birth settings! Hospitals, birth centers, and homebirths.
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A doula offers invaluable support throughout pregnancy and birth, regardless of your chosen birthing preferences. If you choose an epidural or other pain relief medications during labor, I can offer support by recommending comfort measures and optimal body positions after receiving an epidural. These strategies can contribute to a smoother labor progression and encourage vaginal delivery. I’ll also help you explore comfort techniques for managing labor up until you receive an epidural, and assist you in settling in with your baby and initiating infant feeding after delivery.
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Yes! I can accompany you and your partner in OR prep, in the OR, and and in the PACU leading up to, during, and after the birth of your baby!
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Autonomy in maternal healthcare entails respecting the pregnant individual's right to make informed decisions about their health and birthing process, including consenting to medical interventions. In supporting you, I want to empower you to make informed decisions and ensure your preferences are respected during your birth.
Equity involves ensuring fair and equal access to quality healthcare services regardless of socio-economic status, race, or other factors. My Community Birth Support Program aims to address the disparities in maternal healthcare by offering culturally sensitive care and bridging the gap in access to healthcare resources, particularly for marginalized and vulnerable populations.
No follow up appointments until six weeks postpartum is wack
We need to bridge the gap in care
There’s a gap in our system. Your nurse or midwife can’t offer contraction-to-contraction care, and no check-in until six weeks postpartum just isn’t enough.
You deserve a better model: one rooted in continuity, advocacy, and presence.
A doula isn’t a luxury — it’s a human right, and an investment in the odds of a positive birth experience.
