Ownership Change at Gold Coast Doulas

Kristin and Alyssa of Gold Coast Doulas hugging in front of a colorful wall

In 2015, when my daughter was 2 years old, I decided to leave my office job and become a postpartum doula. Kristin was one of the first doulas I met, and we actually took our postpartum trainings together. Little did we know that a year later she would call me to ask if I wanted […]

Meet our new birth doula, Lisa.

Lisa Newhouse poses in front of a blue curtain wearing a brown top

What did you do before you became a doula/consultant? I had a 20+ year career as an Occupational Therapist. Much of my career as a therapist, was at Mary Free Bed Hospital working in the wheelchair and custom seating department. Approximately 7 years ago, I completed my master’s degree and became an academic advisor. I […]

Meet our new postpartum doula, Kristin M.

Kristn M Family photo of Gold Coast Doulas

What did you do before you became a doula? Before I became a doula I worked in child care. I was a babysitter/ day care provider/ nanny for 20 years. I also am currently a preschool teacher. I have loved kids my whole life, and absolutely love working with them. What inspired you to become […]

Meet Endira, our newest postpartum doula!

Endira Davis Doula side hugging a woman in front of stained glass windows

As you know, when we bring a new person onto the Gold Coast Doulas team we love to find out more about them and share that with you! Endira comes to us with tons of passion for working with families, and also tons of great experience. Let’s find out more about her! What did you […]

Meet our new birth and postpartum doula, Angel!

Angela - Postpartum Doula for Gold Coast Doulas at a beach

What did you do before you became a doula? I have been working in health care since I graduated high school. I started off as a CNA working with geriatric populations in a facility. I then because a nursing assistant in adult acute care in the hospital while I went to nursing school. I have […]

Meet Heidi – our newest birth & postpartum doula!

Heidi McDowell poses with her infant on the floor

What did you do before you became a doula? I have a background in healthcare management. However, for the past 6.5 years I have managed a law firm dealing in personal injuries. I am also a yoga teacher specializing in prenatal, postpartum, and fertility yoga.    What inspired you to become a doula? It took […]