Proudly providing birth doula and postpartum doula support to the following areas:

The Alabama River Region Area: including Montgomery, Prattville, Millbrook, Wetumpka, Troy, Auburn and the surrounding areas.

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Juanita Harris (CD)DONA

Experience the captivating care and birth knowledge that comes from supporting hundreds of families.

Juanita, originally from Prattville and a proud military spouse, has spent the past 25 years supporting young families while raising her own three sons. Early in her journey as a birth supporter, she recognized that birth was often viewed as a medical procedure rather than the beautiful, natural experience it is meant to be. As mothers sought her out to discuss birth topics, Juanita grew even more passionate about protecting your birthing space.

Certified as both a birth and postpartum doula, Juanita found her calling in helping and advocating for new families. She offers unbiased information, continuous emotional support, and prayers throughout your pregnancy and postpartum months. Juanita helps women to tap into their inner strength and to plan a birthing experience where they feel that their choices are heard and respected. She brings compassion, support, and a touch of southern hospitality to every family she serves. Juanita is dedicated to ensuring that your birthing experience is something you can look back on with joy.

My Philosophy

Birth is much more than just checking into a hospital and placing everything in the hands of a doctor. With so many birthing options available, mothers face many decisions, which can leave them feeling either empowering or overwhelmed. Juanita provides families with the resources they need to make informed choices that are best for them. She believes that informed consent is essential and that a mother’s choices should always be respected. No one should dictate how you give birth – this journey is about you and your baby. Parents will feel empowered to voice their desires/concerns and how to advocate for their rights.

Every woman benefits from having a doula by her side, and Juanita is attuned to individual needs, offering comfort both physically and emotionally. Partners benefit from Juanita’s presence, as they learn how to best support the mother, participate in the birth process. 

As a postpartum doula, she educates on newborn care, best practices and how to learn your baby's cues. She wants both parents to feel rested, nourished and confident in newborn care. Your fourth trimester is a time of great change and deep bonding and Juanita is here to guide you through the joys and challenges of becoming a family.

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Current certifications:

  • 2016- DONA International (Birth doula)

  • 2017- Madriella (Birth doula)

  • 2017- Madriella (Postpartum doula)

  • 2018- Rebozo Certified

  • 2018- IPPA Certified Placenta Specialist

  • 2022- Lactation Consultant

 
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Additional trainings:

2017- Breastfeeding for the Professional

2018- CAPPA Postpartum training

2018- Spinning Babies workshop

2019- Infant and adult CPR (continually updated)

2022- Sleep Training Specialist

2023- Labor Tools for Birth Pros