Birth Doula in Wisconsin
DONA-trained birth doula supporting families with knowledge, presence, and confidence.
Maryanne
DONA-trained Birth Doula
Meet Maryanne!
Maryanne is a DONA-trained birth doula serving families throughout Southeastern Wisconsin, bringing nearly two decades of lived pregnancy and birth experience into her work with expectant parents!
She supports birthing parents and their partners with calm presence, grounded education, and compassionate guidance.
A journey into birth work…
Her own journey into birth work began at home. Through 18 years of pregnancies and births that included four hospital births followed by two home births, she welcomed six children (three girls and three boys) into her family.
Those experiences, spanning inductions, cesarean birth, water birth, and medicated and unmedicated labor, shaped her deep respect for the many ways birth can unfold and ignited her passion to walk alongside others on their own paths.
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“Maryanne was everything I needed in a doula at that moment. The way she held and rocked me close through the contractions, strongly encouraged me to get into different positions, and gave me verbal encouragement was exactly what led me to have a natural birth.”
Erin
A unique approach to birth doula work…
At the heart of Maryanne’s work is a simple but powerful mission: to remove fear and uncertainty around birth.
It’s important to help you understand what’s normal, feel truly seen and heard, and approach birth as an opportunity for connection, confidence, and growth. Maryanne places special focus on mindset coaching, physical preparation, and emotional readiness, meeting each family exactly where they are and honoring their values and choices.
Rooted in her Christian faith, she offers compassionate, grounded support and warmly welcomes families who wish to incorporate faith or spiritual encouragement into their birth journey, while creating a safe and respectful space for families of all backgrounds.
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“We truly don’t know what we would have done without Maryanne. After a long 30-hour labor, she was by my side with counter pressure, affirmations, and constant support for both me and my husband. When our birth took unexpected turns, including a hospital transfer, C-section, and NICU stay, Maryanne advocated for us and comforted us every step of the way. ”
First-Time Mom
QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Birth Doula — DONA-Approved Birth Doula Training
Lactation Specialty — DONA Lactation Support Class
Childbirth Education — Bradley Method®
Support in all settings — experience with inductions, cesarean sections, home births, water births, and both medicated and unmedicated labors!
Our hope as your birth doula during pregnancy and birth…
Is for all pregnant moms to know their options, explore what their ideal birth looks like, and is prepared to make the choices that align with their values, fearlessly!
fun fact
Outside of birthwork you can find Maryanne laughing and adventuring with her husband, kids and grandkids (Nevaeh-3, Eli-19 months, Sterling-21 months). And 2 lovable Huskies Charlie & Josie. She’s also a home baker of all things—most recently sourdough!
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“I often think about our birth experience and how it was much different than my birth plan, but because Maryanne was there, I can say wholeheartedly I had the BEST support team I could ever have. Her care for my family and my birth plan was unmatched. We will definitely be using Maryanne for our next birth!”
Anonymous
If You’re Still Here… It Might Be Meant To Be!
We want all families we work with to feel like they have a knowledgeable, compassionate best friend by their side through the journey ahead! We balance professionalism with cozy vibes, offering evidence-based guidance while ensuring you feel truly heard, respected, and empowered in every decision. Together, we will create a birth experience that feels safe, sacred, and uniquely yours!