You deserve to feel heard, supported, & safe during birth.
Dr. Doula provides expert birth support and advocacy for expectant parents. Led by a physician with decades of women’s health experience, Dr. Doula bridges the gap between medical care and personal support.
Even well-prepared parents can feel overlooked during childbirth.
Pregnancy and birth are life-changing—but for many parents the experience can feel frightening, rushed, or dismissive.
You may be feeling:
• Unheard or brushed aside during medical decisions
• Anxious about hospital birth protocols
• Unsure how to advocate for your birth plan
• Afraid that your concerns won’t be taken seriously
• Overwhelmed by conflicting information
You deserve better than guesswork and silence during one of the most important moments of your life.
A calm, experienced advocate by your side.
Dr. Doula offers non-medical, hospital-based birth support grounded in deep medical knowledge and compassionate care.
While your OB-GYN or midwife manages your medical care, Dr. Doula focuses on you—your comfort, your understanding, and your confidence throughout the birth process.
This is not a replacement for prenatal care.
It’s the missing support many families wish they had.
Why Doctor Doula
Birth support led by a physician, because experience matters.
Dr. Valerie Adams-Cruel brings a rare combination of medical expertise and doula training to every client relationship.
Medical Doctor
Over 20 years of women’s health experience
Former OB-GYN Provider
Extensive labor and delivery knowledge
Certified Birth Doula
BEST Doula Program certified
Hospital Expert
Deep understanding of birth protocols
Patient Advocate
Committed to respectful, patient-centered care
“My role is not to speak for you, but to make sure you’re informed, prepared, and empowered to speak for yourself.”
Your Journey
What To Expect
01
Complimentary Consultation
A no-obligation conversation to discuss your hopes, concerns, and expectations.
02
Prenatal Support
2 visits to walk through birth preferences, hospital protocols, and potential scenarios.
03
On-Call Support
24/7 availability beginning in your late third trimester as labor approaches.
04
Labor & Delivery
Continuous emotional support, comfort measures, and clear information through delivery.
05
Postpartum Care
One to two visits to support recovery, feeding, and emotional wellbeing after birth.
With Dr. Doula, you get a birth experience rooted in confidence, not fear.
Success doesn’t mean everything goes exactly as planned. It means you feel respected, informed, and supported no matter how your birth unfolds.
Dr. Doula’s goal is simple:
Investment
Our Services
PACKAGES STARTING AT
$3,000
Reflecting the level of expertise, availability, and personalized care provided. Final details discussed during your consultation.
YOUR EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
Custom Birth Plan
2 Prenatal Visits
24/7 On-Call Support
Continuous Labor & Delivery Support
1-2 Postpartum Visits
Ongoing Communication Throughout
• Custom Birth Plan
• 2 Prenatal Visits
• 24/7 On-Call Support
• Continuous Labor & Delivery Support
• 1-2 Postpartum Visits
• Ongoing Communication Throughout
Take The First Step
You don’t have to navigate birth alone.
If you’re expecting and want expert guidance, compassionate support, and a trusted advocate by your side, let’s talk.

