Birth & Postpartum Doula Support

The Passage provides integrative birth and postpartum doula support, childbirth education, practical movement for birth, and personalized pregnancy preparation for families from Brunswick to Portland and throughout Midcoast Maine.

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At The Passage, education is the foundation of every offering. Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum come with countless decisions, and every family deserves access to clear, evidence-based information and compassionate support.

Whether you're preparing for labor, learning how to advocate for your needs, exploring movement and comfort measures, or planning for life with a new baby, The Passage provides practical tools to help you navigate each stage with confidence. My goal is simple: to help you feel informed, supported, and empowered throughout your journey into parenthood.

Hi there! I'm Alayna :)

I'm a birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educator, prenatal yoga teacher, and Spinning Babies® Certified Parent Educator serving families throughout Maine and virtually.

I believe every family deserves access to inclusive, evidence-based support and the confidence to make informed decisions throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

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Current Services

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Birth & Postpartum Doula Support

Thoughtful, individualized support throughout pregnancy, birth, and the transition into postpartum. From preparing for birth and exploring your options to hands-on labor support and care after your baby arrives, we'll build support around what matters most to you and your family.

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Workshops

Explore topics related to pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and body balance in a welcoming, community-centered environment. Workshops combine practical education, movement, and meaningful conversation to help you prepare for the journey ahead while connecting with others in a similar season of life.

Doula Office Hours

You don’t have to hire a doula to have access to one. Doula Office Hours offer one-on-one time to ask questions, think through your options, find resources, or get a little extra support as you prepare for birth and postpartum.

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Placenta Encapsulation

Honor the extraordinary organ that sustained your baby throughout pregnancy. Placenta encapsulation is a postpartum practice that many families choose as part of their recovery and transition into parenthood.

Breech Baby Support

Learned that your baby is breech and wondering what you can do? Explore individualized movement, positioning, and Spinning Babies® principles designed to support balance and create space in the body, with practical tools you can continue using at home.