Bailey N. is a mother of two wonderful boys. Her journey into motherhood began at a young age, giving her the unique experience of both a vaginal birth and a surgical birth. These experiences have profoundly shaped her understanding of childbirth and inspired her passion for supporting and educating new mothers.

Bailey is an avid lover of the outdoors and cherishes time spent with her family. She finds joy in hiking, exploring nature, and vacationing by the water.

"Whether it's a quiet moment by the lakeside or an adventurous day on the water, we thrive in nature's embrace."

"Becoming a doula has always been a dream of mine, and I'm thrilled to have found the right time to pursue this calling. My goal is to provide compassionate support and education to families during their postpartum period, drawing on my own experiences and love for nature to create a calming and empowering atmosphere. I'm here to help new moms navigate this incredible journey with confidence and knowledge."

Bailey specializes in overnight postpartum care and maternal recovery. She loves nurturing mothers and snuggling with babies, ensuring both feel supported and cared for during the postpartum journey.

Born and raised in Florida, Mandy is a wife to an amazing husband and mom to a kind-hearted 11-year-old girl. She has been part of the doula world for the past 18 years and has also worked as a teacher and long-term nanny. Now that her daughter is older and with the support of her husband, Mandy is able to focus full-time on what she loves most—nurturing mothers and caring for newborns.

Working with children has always been something Mandy felt drawn to, but after having a baby of her own, it deepened her appreciation and passion for supporting families.

"There’s nothing better than a new baby—being an extra set of hands, a shoulder to lean on, or simply offering encouragement to a new mom. Being a postpartum doula is a passion, not a job."

Mandy is a certified birth and postpartum doula, as well as First Aid and CPR certified for infants, children, and adults. She plans to continue her education in all things related to birth work.

Amy, a mother of four, joined the birthing community after the birth of her fourth child, realizing how important it is to have choices and caring support. She began her journey with DONA, which led her to further education in the Bradley Method, VBAC, breastfeeding, placenta encapsulation, and postpartum care through In Joy Birth’s mentorship program. Amy has been working alongside In Joy Birth for the past five years.

Amy is a Certified Doula (IJB) and DONA-trained. She is certified in birth, postpartum, and placenta encapsulation and provides services in the Seminole County area.

Sofija joins In Joy Birth after a decade of working and living in Washington, D.C., where she trained and honed her skills as a birth and postpartum doula. After spending most of that time volunteering in the reproductive justice movement, she found a home in caring for families and new babies upon completing her training with Ancient Song Doula Services. She has training in postpartum care, placenta encapsulation, and basic lactation.

Sofija’s doula journey began at Winnie Palmer Hospital, where, at the age of 21, she witnessed the birth of her beautiful niece. While the experience was overwhelmingly positive, she also saw another side of birth—sometimes, moms don’t get the care they deserve. After seeing this pattern repeated with friends and family, Sofija decided to take action. She became a certified doula, and the rest is history.

As a full-spectrum doula, Sofija primarily works in birth and postpartum care, which she finds the most fun. She brings a light and cheerful presence to any birthing suite (when appropriate). Whether cracking jokes (usually at dad’s expense—mom is busy!) or giving world-class massages, she remains a focused, non-judgmental, and inclusive doula who provides unwavering support to her clients.

Sofija is constantly available throughout pregnancy to answer any questions—big or small. She will be your champion, best friend, cook, and backup, making sure you feel supported every step of the way.

Andzelika is a certified birth, bereavement, and postpartum doula dedicated to supporting new parents as they navigate their journey into parenthood. With a decade of hands-on experience working closely with families and their little ones, her passion for helping families shines through in her work. Andzelika is an invaluable asset to any parent, providing a caring and comforting presence along with a wealth of knowledge that helps parents feel empowered and confident as they embrace the joys and challenges of raising their children.

Andzelika specializes in overnight postpartum care and newborn care and is committed to providing exceptional support for newborns and new parents. She understands that overnight support is invaluable in helping parents manage the sleepless nights that come with caring for a newborn. She tailors her services to suit each family’s unique needs, recognizing that every parent-baby relationship is different. This personalized approach ensures that families receive the guidance and reassurance they need during this special yet challenging time.

Having traveled to 12 countries with her family, Andzelika deeply cherishes family moments and understands the importance of community support in parenting. She excels in engaging with children of all ages and is also very welcoming to cats and dogs, creating a peaceful and inclusive environment for furry family members as well.

With Andzelika, you can expect a compassionate and empowering experience for every member of your family.

Chrystal is a certified postpartum doula, prenatal nutritionist, and breastfeeding counselor. Her journey into doula work began years ago when she supported many of her friends and family throughout the birthing process. Coming from a large Hispanic family, Chrystal grew up in a culture where nurturing new mothers was second nature.

"When someone in our family gives birth, we nurture the mama and become her doula."

Chrystal is a wife and mother to a spunky two-year-old. As a faith-based doula, she deeply believes in the power of prayer and incorporates it into her work.

Chrystal is also the founder of Acts of Love Uganda Inc., a nonprofit ministry dedicated to empowering children and families to reach their God-given potential and become self-sufficient. The organization helps parents start businesses—whether through animal husbandry, farming, crafting, hairstyling, or clothing production—to create sustainable income for their families. Additionally, a sponsorship program provides children with access to education and schooling.

Helping families has always been a deep-rooted passion for Chrystal. She has also served as a choir mom for two children's choirs—22 Ugandan orphans for 10 months and 22 Haitian orphans for 3 months.

"I’m so excited to be a part of the birthing community!"

Vonda is a mother to six children—three teenagers and three little ones. Having had her older children at a young age and with little education about birth and postpartum, she later found herself seeking evidence-based education surrounding childbirth and the childbearing years.

In the past, Vonda owned a home daycare business and worked as a birth assistant at Tree of Life. She has received neonatal resuscitation training and is certified in CPR and Infant First Aid. As a certified birth and postpartum doula, Vonda has served many families through In Joy Birth over the past four years.

"I believe that all mommas and their families deserve to be educated and supported—no matter what they decide is best for them. Whether that means you want pain medication the moment you walk into the hospital or you want a home water birth, I will be there to help and support you with love and no judgment."

Clarice McCachren is a professionally trained and certified postpartum doula (through DONA). She is also a certified Postpartum Nutrition Professional through Postpartum University and has completed the Postpartum Herbs, Care, and Practice course. Additionally, she is certified by the American Red Cross in Infant, Child, and Adult CPR and First Aid.

While much of the focus and attention is typically on birth, evidence shows that postpartum support is critical for new parents. Clarice believes postpartum care is essential and that everyone should have access to it. The 4th trimester (the first three months after birth) is filled with joy and excitement but can also feel overwhelming and be a challenging transition. Her goal is to provide nurturing support so you can heal and recover from birth while building confidence in your natural parenting abilities.

"The support I offer varies from day to day, depending on the needs of the family. It typically includes help with breastfeeding, sleep support, newborn care, support for older siblings, processing the birth story, baby laundry, light housekeeping, meal prep—essentially any physical or emotional need of the family. Every day is different, and every family is different, and that is what I love about being a postpartum doula."

Clarice offers daytime postpartum support in Lake County and the Central Florida area.

She is married and has two children and four grandchildren. In her free time, she loves being outdoors—boating, gardening, skiing, hiking, and golfing—enjoying nature and fresh air.

"I would be honored to help support you in this transition with your new baby."

Payton is a full-spectrum, certified doula and prenatal yoga instructor. She is also a mama to the most precious little human.

Before becoming a doula, Payton was an anthropologist studying breeding strategies and parenting in primates. The core of her research focused on how cooperative breeding—having a “village” or support system—is deeply ingrained in both humans and our primate relatives as an evolutionary survival strategy. This shaped her understanding of motherhood in humans and how modern society often deprives new parents of the postpartum support they truly need. These realizations laid the foundation for what would later become her greatest passion.

Payton’s journey into birth work truly began after the birth of her son, which left her feeling deprived and traumatized. She witnessed how the medicalized birthing system often treats pregnancy as a condition requiring intervention, leading to a cascade of unnecessary and sometimes dangerous procedures. This experience inspired her to seek wisdom from elder midwives and wise women in her community, learning about natural birth and holistic postpartum care.

As a postpartum doula, Payton finds joy in nurturing and nourishing birthing individuals so they can focus on healing and rediscovering themselves through this incredible rite of passage. Her goal is to bring back the village, traditional postpartum care, and ancient wisdom. She provides postpartum care for all pregnancy outcomes.

Adisela is an Oregon-born, Texas-raised mother of three boys and a Certified Birth Doula, Certified Full-Spectrum Doula, Evidence Based Birth® Instructor, Infant Microbiome Instructor, and Lactation Educator. Located in the heart of Orlando, she provides overnight postpartum support, ensuring that families feel empowered, healing, bonding, and well-rested—all with the ease of knowing their needs, wants, and goals are in qualified hands.

Having entered parenthood while experiencing postpartum depression, anxiety, and minimal support, Adisela’s personal challenges as a new mother laid the foundation for the birth and postpartum professional she is today. She quickly recognized the significant gaps in access to reproductive care and community resources, which fueled her passion for continuous learning and providing families with the most up-to-date and personalized support possible.

Adisela’s birth and postpartum philosophy is rooted in the belief that we are all humans, doing our best in a complex era of parenting—building confidence and resilience while facing life’s obstacles. She believes that the foundation of a thriving society begins with well-supported families. Every parent deserves to be cheered for, validated, seen, heard, and reassured that they are making the best choices for their family.

With a holistic, all-family approach, Adisela emphasizes the skills parents already possess while guiding them toward new tools and resources. Whether it’s holding space, preparing a warm meal, supporting lactation or formula-feeding goals, addressing anxieties and fears, validating emotions, or ensuring a good night’s sleep—these are just a few of the fundamental pillars of postpartum support that every family is worthy of receiving.

A birth is a new beginning for all. Kira helps ease new mothers into this new life.

As a postpartum doula, Kira cherishes every moment assisting a new mother and child in building a strong relationship. As you navigate motherhood, she will be there to provide a listening ear and encouraging words. She offers breastfeeding support and nourishing food (as a holistic nutritionist) to help you rebuild your energy.

Kira has experience as a postpartum doula for twin infants, assisting with nighttime feedings and shifts. She is trained in Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) and American Red Cross Infant CPR. Little ones tend to melt in her arms as she holds them with a calming presence, ensuring that while you rest, your baby is in safe hands.

Born into a family of birth workers, Kira grew up with her mother, a midwife, and spent her childhood caring for little ones. She is currently training as a midwife, on the path to supporting women through the life-changing experience of labor.

Kira's journey has included roles as a yoga instructor, therapist, holistic nutritionist, nanny, and energetic healer. Each of these experiences has taught her how to hold space for others and truly listen to their needs.

When she’s not holding little ones in her arms, Kira is a very active person. She finds joy in acrobatic yoga, theatre, hiking, dancing, and traveling the world—all of which bring warmth to her heart.

Ashleigh is a nurturing and compassionate wife and a blessed mother of two beautiful young children—a 2-year-old daughter and a 4-year-old son. She comes from a family of eight siblings and truly believes in the strength and support of a village.

Early on, Ashleigh felt a deep calling to serve and comfort others. She began her career as a licensed massage therapist and currently runs her own practice. After experiencing two traumatic births of her own, her passion for birth work was ignited. That calling to serve led her to compassionately support other women through their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey.

As a doula, her goal is to empower women to have the pregnancy and birth experience they want and deserve—through supported care and advocacy from pregnancy into the postpartum period. She is passionate about helping mothers find their own strength and trust in their innate abilities while also supporting the entire family unit through this transition.

Ashleigh’s confidence, genuineness, and ability to connect with others allow her to uphold her clients' wishes by fostering a calm and peaceful atmosphere with family members and/or support staff. She is excited to meet you and your family and looks forward to creating a birth plan that welcomes your sweet baby earthside.

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