Bev Ann – Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula
​🌟 What Makes Beverly Stand Out
  • Over 30 years of experience as a birth doula, attending more than 200 births.
  • Nearly 29 years of postpartum doula support, serving almost 200 families.
  • Dual certifications as a Birth and Postpartum Doula through the Madriella Doula Network.
  • Additional postpartum training from Learn to Doula.
  • Advisory Board Member for Madriella, contributing to program development.
  • Collaborator with Learn to Doula in building their certification program.
  • Specialized training in childbirth education, rebozo techniques, supporting survivors during birth, birth plan development, and Stillbirthday bereavement support.
  • Certified Peer with a focus on postpartum depression.
  • Accredited Triple P Parenting Educator.
💡 Why Families Value HerFamilies consistently highlight Beverly’s:
  • Unwavering presence: Staying through long, difficult labors and hospital transfers.
  • Emotional empowerment: Helping mothers feel strong, capable, and reassured even in challenging circumstances.
  • Personalized care: Creating customized birth plans and adapting to each family’s unique needs.
  • Postpartum support: Continuing care after birth, ensuring families feel supported beyond delivery.
📜 Professional StatementBeverly Young Reed brings decades of experience and a deep commitment to supporting families through birth and postpartum care. Her original doula training began with programs that have since closed, but she continued to expand her knowledge by completing DONA International training and certification. She later chose to certify with the Madriella Doula Network, where she currently holds both Birth Doula and Postpartum Doula certifications.
In addition to her core credentials, Beverly completed postpartum training with Learn to Doula and has played a pivotal role in advancing the profession. She served as an Advisory Board Member for Madriella, helping to shape its program, and is currently collaborating with Learn to Doula to build their certification pathway.
Her ongoing professional development includes specialized training as a Childbirth Educator, in Rebozo techniques, supporting survivors during birth, birth plan development, and Stillbirthday bereavement support. Beverly is also a Certified Peer, bringing a unique perspective to her work by combining emotional support with practical guidance. She is an Accredited Triple P Parenting Educator, further extending her ability to empower families.
Through her extensive training, leadership, and compassionate care, Beverly has established herself as a trusted doula who empowers families during one of life’s most transformative experiences.
🎓 Professional Training StatementI am a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula through the Madriella Doula Network, with additional postpartum training from Learn to Doula. I previously trained and certified with DONA International and have contributed to the advancement of doula certification programs as an Advisory Board Member for Madriella and a collaborator with Learn to Doula.
My continuing education includes specialized training in childbirth education, rebozo techniques, supporting survivors during birth, birth plan development, and Stillbirthday bereavement support. I am also a Certified Peer with a focus on postpartum depression and an Accredited Triple P Parenting Educator. With this well-rounded foundation of training, leadership, and specialized expertise, I bring compassionate, informed, and holistic support to the families I serve.
💬 Testimonials
  • “My birth was a hard and long journey. I was happy to have Bev with me the whole time. She stuck by my side with all 3 days of my labor and even stayed when we transferred to the hospital. She helped me through the pain even better than my own mother could. She made me feel powerful and like a real woman. She reassured me that even though the birth ended up in a c-section, I tried my hardest and was doing the best thing for me and my baby. I would recommend her to anyone who is about to give birth. I’d ask her back for another birth if I ever get pregnant again.” – Haylie Lugo-Holmes
  • “Beyond amazing! I am incredibly thankful I was able to have the unmatchable support of my doula. I have recommended her to all of my friends and family!”
  • “I’m so happy that I had my doula! Especially when I went into labor. She helped me stay calm and know what to do. She was always so easy to get a hold of. If I have any other babies, I would get a doula again!”
  • “My doula is an amazing person who is committed to helping moms and babies in whatever unique way their family needs. She was extremely supportive and caring from the first meet and greet, even after my baby was born. She interviewed me and created a birth plan customized to meet my personal needs.”