What does a postpartum doula do?
- Provides assistance during the transition of adding a new family member.
- Helps with recovery from birth, infant soothing, meal preparation and the general needs of the family during the postpartum period.
- Experienced in assisting with breast and bottle feeding.
Nicki Ament CD
Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula
Provider for: Quilted Health
“Having me as your postpartum doula can look like many things, from listening to you and helping you process your birth, to cooking and light house keeping, taking your dogs for a walk or running errands, starting a shower for you or holding your baby while you nap. I believe that the more support we have in our postpartum period the better. We can never have too much help navigating new parenthood!”
Certification Organization: Pacific Association of Labor Support (PALS), Birth Arts International
Year Began Practicing: 2020
Number of Families Served: 8+
Education: Bachelors & Masters degree in Psychology/University of Phoenix; AA in Human Services & Management/University of Phoenix
Additional Training:
- Birth and Bereavement Doula Training (Stillbirthday)
- Thresholds Relationship Based Childbirth & Parenting Education
- Certified Integrative Lactation and Feeding Specialist through Manhattan Birth
Other Maternity Services offered: Services offered free of charge to Teens, In-home and virtual lactation and feeding support
Offering Full-Spectrum Doula Services
Website: www.bandbdoulaservices.com
Service area: Greater Spokane and North Idaho Areas
Olli Gluskin CD
Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula
Provider For: Quilted Health
“I offer my care during your time of transition to warm, nourish, honor, and support birth givers by caring for your baby, your home, and your physical and mental wellness. I am happy to meet you where you are at and work together to plan how to assist in your needs.”
Certification Organization: Whole Body Pregnancy
Year Began Practicing: 2023
Number of Families Served:
Education: Bachelor of Science in Botany
Additional Training:
- Certified Birth Doula
- Placenta Encapsulation Specialist
- Blood Borne Pathogens thru 2023
- Trauma Informed Fundamentals
- Herbal Foundations
- CPR and First Aid thru 2024
Other Maternity Services offered: Birth Doula, Placenta Encapsulation
Offering Full-Spectrum Doula Services
Website: www.cloverblossomdoula.com
Service area: Greater Spokane and North Idaho Areas
Tammy Huguenin
Certified Postpartum Doula
Doula Mentor & SPDA Volunteer
“This is my calling and as a Postpartum Doula and New Parent Coach. I am committed to making a difference in the lives of the families I serve as they celebrate the birth of their baby/babies; and in some situations, grieve the loss of their child/children. My experience, knowledge, and education will help me provide a nurturing environment and a positive experience for you and your family.”
Certification Organization: ProDoula Certified Doula
Year Began Practicing: 2014 + Over 30 years previous experience
Number of Families Served: 60+
Additional Training:
- CDA (Child Development Accreditation) Birth – 3 years old
- Infant, child and adult CPR/First Aid Certified
- CAPA Parent partner trained/ mom mentor
- Circle of Security Parenting trained
Other Services: Bereavement Doula
Service area: Greater Spokane and North Idaho
Website: www.tinytoesbirthservices.com
Aimee Wagner
Certifying Postpartum Doula
“I feel so honored to support you through your postpartum journey. I offer emotional support, education, resources, and rest to support a sanctuary that is made especially for you and your unique needs..”
Certification Organization: DONA
Year began practicing: 2022
Number of Families Served: 7+
Education: B.S. in International Studies / University of Denver
Additional Training:
- Best Practices in Prevention, Identification & Treatment of Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders
- Spinning Babies Trained
- Suicide Prevention Training
- Washington Food Handler’s Card
- CPR Certified
Additional Services Offered: Birth Doula
Website: https://doulamatch.net/profile/26079/aimee-wagner or https://aimeewagnerbirthservices.weebly.com/
Service area: Greater Spokane Area
Kelly Kathrens CD
Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula
Provider For: Quilted Health
“As a postpartum doula, my role is to support you and your family during the trasition period of welcoming a new baby. I’m available for daytime, or overnight support.”
Certification Organization: Pacific Association of Labor Support Doulas (PALS)
Year Began Practicing: 2020
Number of Families Served: 30+
Additional Training:
- Lactation and Feeding
- CPR Certified
- Blood Borne Pathogens certified
Other Maternity Services Offered: Bereavement & Postpartum Doula Services. Services offered free of charge to Teens.
Offering Full-Spectrum Doula Services
Website: http://www.bandbdoulaservices.com
Service Area: Greater Spokane Area, Coeur d’Alene areas
Melanie Shaul-Alban CD
Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula
“My passion is to positively impact growing families by providing non-judgmental support while instilling confidence. As a birth and postpartum doula my primary goal is to provide a stress-free environment that allows my clients to really relax and enjoy the moments that come with pregnancy and birth.”
Certifying Organization: International Doula Institute
Year Began Practicing: 2020
Number of Families Served: 28+
Additional Training:
- Placenta Encapsulation with Womb Wisdom
- TENS Unite trained with Sharon Muza
- Rebozo Arts with Womb Wisdom
- Lactation Specialist with Lactation Education
- Bloodborne Pathogens Certificate, 2021
- Adult and Children CPR
- Food Handlers Certification with Washington State
Other Maternity Services Offered: Placenta Encapsulation/Postpartum Doula Services
Website: www.preciousstardoulaservices.com
Service Area: Greater Spokane and Coeur d’Alene areas
Lisa Viehouser, CD
Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula
Provider For: Quilted Health
“I give support to you and your partner as you navigate the road of becoming parents. My hope is that you will be prepared and feel more confident in your abilities after our time together.”
Certifying Organization: Pacific Association of Labor Support Doulas (PALS); In process of secondary certification through DONA
Year Began Practicing: 2020
Number of Families Served: 10+
Additional Training:
- Childbirth Educator Trained
- When Survivors Give Birth: Understanding and Healing the Effects on Childbearing Women
- STARS of Washington Paraeducator Trained
- Bloodborne Pathogens Certified, 2022
- Tens Unit Trained
- CPR Trained
Other Maternity Services Offered: Postpartum Planning for Support. Meal planning and preparation. Navigating difficult extended family dynamics to ensure a peaceful postpartum.
Website: http://www.doulamamabear.com
Service Area: Greater Spokane and Coeur d’Alene, as well as Pullman/Moscow and surrounding areas.