What if the experience of pregnancy and childbirth were not an ordeal to be dreaded, but a blessing to look forward to? I believe that we were made to enjoy this time and would love to help you do that. Birth doulas are here to inform you of your options, help you decide and communicate how you envision your birth, and provide you with emotional support and natural techniques for increasing comfort and relaxation.
I am trained through DONA International, North America’s largest doula organization, to practice as a birth doula. I have been guiding people through pregnancy and childbirth since 2022 and am also trained as a postpartum doula and certified as an orgasmic birth practitioner and an ecstatic birth practitioner. This means that I focus on helping people find joy and pleasure during childbirth and the time surrounding it. Learn more about orgasmic birth here and ecstatic birth here!
I am open to attending births in the Los Angeles area as well as offering remote pregnancy and childbirth counseling sessions for people anywhere in the world. As a multi-certified sex educator, marriage and family therapist, and sexual assault counselor, I like to help people navigate sexuality during pregnancy and parenthood and use pleasure to improve their childbirth experiences. My special knowledge areas include planning pleasurable births, supporting trauma survivors through childbirth, and supporting gender-diverse parents. Please fill out this form to enquire further.
Testimonials
“I mean, WOW! All we can say is thank you, thank you Suzannah for everything! Your professional, calm, and loving spirit was an absolute pleasure to birth with.
My first birth was very long, painful, and traumatic. My second birth resulted in an unplanned C-section. For my third birth, I was determined to have a VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarian) and a doula to support me. I had a lot of fears and doubts as to being successful and confident about having a VBAC. Suzannah provided education and comfort that really helped encourage me to have this successful VBAC.
Although I was a tad late in my pregnancy when connecting/hiring Suzannah, she was a life saver. I loved that she made herself available and took her time when getting to know me. Suzannah is very knowledgeable, and if she didn’t completely know the answer, she would do her research and come back to me with a response.
My doula kept me moving and worked hard to help me accomplish my goals. I successfully had my VBAC. I know I only got as far as I did because I had my birth doula present. In addition, she was the most amazing advocate for me during the my labor when I couldn’t speak because I was in pain.
I highly recommend Suzannah for her vast knowledge in pregnancy comforts, labor prep, labor, and VBAC birth, in addition to her drive to continually educate herself and other women. She always made sure I was comfortable in every situation. Suzannah has this calm and warm energy that radiates from her. During what felt like the midst of chaos to me, I would always look for her, and she knew what to do. Suzannah never seemed worried or anything but relaxed, and that is what truly helped me throughout this whole process. I labored for 3 days and on the 4th had my little one. Her professionalism and calm and loving spirit is one that is worth working with. I wouldn’t change this experience for anything. Again, thank you so very much Suzannah.”—Celia
“Finding Suzannah was a wonderful experience. Suzannah’s compassionate and nurturing approach significantly enhanced my overall experience. From the beginning, her genuine kindness put me at ease, fostering a sense of trust and comfort. Throughout the process, her sweet demeanor provided emotional support, creating a positive and reassuring environment. I truly appreciated her expertise and warmth, making the entire journey more memorable and empowering. I highly recommend her exceptional doula services to others seeking a caring and supportive presence during such a transformative time.”-Chae
“Suzannah was extremely sympathetic, calm, and reassuring throughout my entire experience. She brought helpful tools such as a massage gun and essential oils, which eased my pain and helped take my mind off contractions. She also provided effective breathing techniques that helped me stay grounded during labor. During pregnancy, she supported me by offering nutritious food options and guidance. Her compassion, preparedness, and knowledge make her an excellent doula. During labor, which is naturally a stressful situation, Suzannah remained steady, patient, and composed. She helped keep me calm and focused throughout the process. She communicated clearly, fit in well with the medical team, and contributed positively to the overall birth environment. Her presence, tools, and guidance helped me stay calm, feel supported, and manage my pain more effectively. I highly recommend her as a doula.”-Katie
Suzannah Weiss 