OUR AKRON & CLEVELAND
DOULA AGENCY TEAM
We are fortunate to have such compassionate and supportive Akron and Cleveland doulas on our agency team. All doulas and newborn care specialists are independent contractors with Nurtured Foundation and meet the exceptional standards of care that Nurtured Foundation’s agency was founded on.
LISA
Cleveland Postpartum Doula, Newborn Care Specialist, Certified Lactation Counselor, Certified Pediatric Sleep Trainer & Founder of Nurtured Foundation, LGBTQ+ Ally
Lisa Falkenstein graduated from Kent State University in 1997 with a BA in Family Studies. She has found her calling after working in various social work positions and with many families in various capacities. Lisa’s love for families, parenthood, and breast/chest-feeding led to her career choice as a postpartum doula in Cleveland.
AMANDA
Cleveland Postpartum Doula & Newborn Care Specialist, LGBTQ+ Ally
Amanda is a day & night postpartum doula. She is very passionate about her job helping families during the postpartum time. Amanda has over 7 wonderful years under her belt as a trained postpartum doula and newborn care specialist and has learned much more hands-on through her years of work.
LEXI
Cleveland Postpartum Doula (Days), Certified Lactation Support Counselor, LGBTQ+ Friendly
A naturally nurturing personality and a degree in early childhood development led me on a path to becoming a career nanny for ten years. To aid in supporting new parents and babies in the first year following birth, I have expanded my expertise with DONA International and Birth Arts International training in postpartum doula work.
CARI
Sandusky & Cleveland Overnight Postpartum Doula & Overnight Doula, LGBTQ+ Ally
I am Cari Walters, a fun-loving Certified Postpartum Doula, Newborn Care Specialist, and Basic Life Support Instructor with additional experience in multiples, preemies, sleep shaping, and parent coaching. With more than 3Â years of experience, I am here to walk alongside you, providing holistic care that encompasses your physical well-being, emotional needs, and a wealth of empowering information.
POPPY (KRISTIN)
Akron & Cleveland Birth & Postpartum Doula (Days & Nights), LGBTQ+ Ally
Poppy became a birth and postpartum doula in 2018, switching careers completely from Corporate Sales and truly stepping into her authenticity. Poppy’s enthusiasm and appreciation for her role as a doula has motivated her to become diversely cross trained through various birth work training and certification programs.
LORENE
Akron & Cleveland Birth Doula
Hi, I’m a birth doula and I’m happy to assist you in growing your family. I am a mother of three. I’ve been assisting family and friends with their births since I’ve been 18 years old, before I knew there was a such thing as a “doula”.
JENNIFER
Cleveland Postpartum Doula (Days & Overnight), J.D., LGBTQ+ Ally
I started my adult life in academic and corporate settings, graduating with a B.S. in Psychology from Arizona State University and a J.D. from Case Western Reserve University School of Law and working in related fields until stepping away 11 years ago to start a family.
JENNI
Cleveland Postpartum Doula, (Overnights & Days), LGBTQ+ Ally
I am a DONA trained Postpartum Doula, Adult and Infant CPR/First Aid certified, and a self-proclaimed baby whisperer.
JARRIEL
Akron & Cleveland Birth Doula & Postpartum Overnight Doula, LGBTQ+ Ally
With a genuine passion for empowering families and a wealth of experience as a birth and postpartum doula, Jarriel Campbell is a trusted and dedicated professional who is here to support you every step of the way. With a warm and compassionate approach, Jarriel understands the transformative nature of becoming a parent and strives to ensure that your journey is filled with joy, peace, and confidence.
ASHLEY
Akron & Cleveland Birth Doulas, Postpartum Doula (Overnights & Days) LGBTQ+ Ally
Ashley is a kind, caring, and fun-loving person who wears her heart on her sleeve. She has a background in photography art therapy and has been working as a nanny the past four years.
CAELA
Akron & Cleveland Overnight Postpartum Doula & LGBTQ+ Ally
Hi there! I’m Caela the Doula. I am a birth and postpartum doula. Becoming a birth worker has been in my heart since the birth of my 3lb 8oz fighter, 20 years ago.
ALESHA
Licensed Massage Therapist, Cleveland Overnight Postpartum Doula, LGBTQ+ Ally
Alesha is a night time Postpartum Doula. She started with Nurtured Foundation as an In-Home Massage Therapist and decided to add doula work as well so she can further support her fellow moms.
MARIE
Akron & Cleveland Overnight Postpartum Doula, Certified Lactation Counselor, PhD, MPH & LGBTQ+ Ally
Marie, PhD, MPH is a CAPPA-trained Postpartum Doula, scientist, and award-winning maternal health advocate.
MANDY
Akron & Cleveland Newborn Care Specialist/Overnight Doula & LGBTQ+ Ally
Hi! I’m Mandy. I am a newborn care specialist and overnight doula.
LAUREN
Cleveland Birth & Overnight Postpartum Doula, LGBTQ+ Ally
Hi! My name is Lauren, I am a birth and postpartum doula.
KRISTEN
Cleveland Postpartum Doula, Akron & Cleveland Birth Doula, Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), LGBTQ+ Friendly
Hi! I’m Kristen, I’m a Birth Doula, Postpartum Doula, Certified Lactation Counselor, and Mother. I love my community, great music, reading, deep conversations about life and parenting, and creating personal connections. Being a Doula is not just my job, it is who I am.
KATIE
Akron & Cleveland Birth Doula, Cleveland Overnight Postpartum Doula, LGBTQ+ Ally
My name is Katie, I’m a boy mama of three, mixed media artist, outdoor enthusiast, and a gentle, compassionate birth & postpartum doula. It is my goal to assist women in having an empowering birth experience by their definition.
JEN
Akron & Cleveland Overnight Postpartum Doula, LGBTQ+ Ally
My name is Jen, and I am a certified postpartum doula and night nanny. I have been caring for infants for the past 22 years and specialize in multiple care. Over the past 22 years I have cared for 10 sets of twins and one set of triplets. I