Whitney Holsey
Walkersville,MD
Summary
Compassionate, nurturing and experienced Birth and Postpartum Doula with over four years of dedicated experience supporting families through the transformative journey of childbirth and postpartum recovery. Skilled in providing calm, grounded birth support that includes comfort measures, labor management techniques, and emotional guidance throughout every stage of labor.
Experienced in assisting families in both hospital and out-of-hospital settings, with a strong emphasis on nurturing mothers during the fourth trimester. Expertise includes emotional recovery, infant bonding, breastfeeding support, and maternal wellness.
Trained in lactation counseling and committed to providing evidence-based, family-centered care tailored to each client’s unique needs. Proficient in postpartum planning, physical recovery guidance, sleep and hygiene support, and mental health awareness.
Dedicated to creating a calm, respectful environment where families feel seen, supported, and empowered. Passionate about helping mothers reclaim their strength and identity during the postpartum period, while fostering confidence, connection, and healing through compassionate and collaborative care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Birth and Postpartum Doula
Nova Birth Services
10.2021 - Current
- Supported families during birth and postpartum phases, ensuring emotional and physical well-being.
- Educated clients on newborn care practices and postpartum recovery strategies.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and families to enhance care coordination.
- Provided continuous labor support, utilizing comfort measures to promote positive birth experiences.
- Implemented personalized postpartum plans, addressing individual family needs and preferences.
- Developed resources for expectant parents, improving access to vital information and services.
- Advocated for clients' rights within healthcare settings, ensuring respectful and informed choices during childbirth.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through ongoing professional development opportunities including conferences, seminars, certifications courses, and peer networking events.
- Reduced stress levels of expectant families by providing continuous emotional support and addressing concerns promptly.
- Assisted clients in preparing for labor and delivery through tailored birth plan consultations and childbirth education classes.
- Supported birthing persons in achieving their desired birth experience by creating a calm and nurturing environment.
- Enhanced prenatal and postpartum care by providing evidence-based information, emotional support, and physical comfort measures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and research, ensuring clients received the highest quality care.
- Educated expectant families on the benefits of various childbirth methods, empowering them to make informed decisions about their birth experience.
- Promoted maternal well-being through comprehensive postpartum care plans that included mental health support resources and self-care strategies.
- Improved family dynamics by fostering open communication between partners during pregnancy, birth preparation, and postpartum phases.
- Empowered new parents by offering expert guidance on breastfeeding initiation, infant care, and bonding practices.
Education
Birth And Postpartum Doula
International Doula Institute
Philadelphia, PAVBAC Doula
VBAC Link
Online07-2024
Skills
- Prenatal education
- Physical comfort
- VBAC support
- Breastfeeding assistance
- Perinatal mental health
- Emotional support
- Newborn care
- Childbirth education
- Postpartum care
- Partner support
- Postpartum recovery
- Birth advocacy
- CPR Adult and Infant
Certification
Birth Doula Certification
September 2025
Postpartum Doula Training
September 2021
Prenatal Nutrition Education Training
March 2021
Breastfeeding Councilor
March 2021
VBAC Doula Certification
July 2024
CPR -HSI
October 2025
Timeline
Birth and Postpartum Doula
Nova Birth Services
10.2021 - Current
Birth And Postpartum Doula
International Doula Institute
VBAC Doula
VBAC Link