This is a precious time of your life.
It can also be challenging, overwhelming, and even scary.
Maybe you....
Feel lonely and a little lost.
Wonder what to expect when preparing for birth or postpartum.
Want to understand all the nuances of what is happening,
what the doctors are suggesting in the heat of this vulnerable experience, and why.
Want to be your own advocate, but need more information and more confidence.
When you lock arms with Mama Bear Doula Care, you can feel confident with all your little choices during your most vulnerable times. You will no longer feel alone, unsure of your options, or that you might have to fight the system, because you will be holistically supported through it all.
Expect to feel at ease, more educated, and more empowered to be your own advocate. Be equipped and hopeful that you will have the best possible birth or postpartum experience with a compassionate, expert companion at your side.
Are you unsure whether you need a doula vs a midwife?
Doulas can provide educational, emotional, and physical support during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum, but typically do not have medical training. Midwives are trained medical professionals who can deliver babies and provide prenatal and postpartum medical care. You may also think of a doula more like a companion and coach vs a midwife as a medical provider, though each doula or midwife has his or her unique credentials.
Why Families Choose Mama Bear Doula Care
Your birth or postpartum experience is not transactional to us. Our doulas feel called to do this work and honored to serve as your support through this intimate, precious time. We cherish family life and treat you and your family like part of our own. We are here to guide you, encourage you, and empower you. We will not judge you or make choices for you. Get a deeper understanding of our approach here.
But what’s better than hearing it straight from our client's mouths?
Jess
“You get to experience what you want to, not really pushing what she would want personally. It was also more about me empowering myself, versus her just telling the staff. It allowed me to use my voice, which is something that I had been working on… She helped facilitate my husband being able to be a support for me.”
Meredith
“I felt equipped, and during postpartum, with Hannah's help, I felt like a mama bear. I knew that I could handle being a mama, that I could wear him and do some things around the house (multi-task, have a bit of a life again) instead of choosing one or the other. I wanted exclusive access to Hannah!”
Izabella
“During labor 17.5 hours, at one point, I could only see her big blue eyes and they were my guiding light, my guardian angel. She is like part of the family because she helped build it.”
Nadee
“My husband and I are so thankful that we engaged Hannah for our birth experience. She made sure to include both me and my husband in conversations, while keeping focus on my comfort. She brought a wealth of ideas on natural pain management and helped me with each exercise, giving me massages, and even whipping out a head massager and a variety of essential oils."
Meet Mama Bear Founder, Hannah Wright
Birth and Postpartum Doula
Hi, I’m Hannah Wright, a mama and birth and postpartum doula. I created Mama Bear Doula Care out of my deep desire to minister to you mothers and fathers, especially in Carroll County, MD and surrounding areas, on your journeys to parenthood.
After experiencing a traumatic hospital birth in 2020, I knew that I wanted to make a difference. Then, after having my own doula during another birth, I felt called to do this work. At Mama Bear Doula Care, we provide you with evidence-based information and heartfelt support, with the intent of encouraging and empowering you every step of the way.
We invite you to get to know us a bit more here:
