Why Choose AthensBorn?
When choosing a doula, many expecting parents have a list of qualities they’re hoping to find...educated, experienced, encouraging, a sense of humor (ok, maybe it’s just our clients who like that one?) But, it’s also important to be aware of how doulas differ in the ways they approach birth, in general. So what's it like to work with us?
At AthensBorn, we don’t have an agenda for our clients’ births. There’s not one specific method of birth or raising a baby that we think is right for everyone. You are the person who knows what’s right for your body and your family. These choices are yours to make and we are here to fully support you in them. We don’t push you in any particular direction. We encourage our clients to learn, so they can advocate for themselves and feel truly empowered. We provide them with tools and evidence-based information, and then offer them guidance, support, and loads of encouragement along their journey.
At AthensBorn, we don’t have an agenda for our clients’ births. There’s not one specific method of birth or raising a baby that we think is right for everyone. You are the person who knows what’s right for your body and your family. These choices are yours to make and we are here to fully support you in them. We don’t push you in any particular direction. We encourage our clients to learn, so they can advocate for themselves and feel truly empowered. We provide them with tools and evidence-based information, and then offer them guidance, support, and loads of encouragement along their journey.
Our Core Values
At AthensBorn, our focus is always on helping pregnant people and new parents feel empowered. Our core values shape our philosophy, our goals, and the ways we provide support to our families. What are they?
Informed consent
Expecting parents have the right to know what is happening in and to their bodies . They have the right to evidence-based information and current research in order to make the decisions that are best for their bodies and their babies.
Compassionate, non-judgmental support
Your body, your baby, your choices. We support all parents.
Community Connection
We help pregnant people and new parents make connections with others. Isolation for new parents isn’t just a bummer... it’s dangerous. We provide lots of opportunities for parents to meet and create networks of support for themselves, wherever they are in their journey. Online parenting forums, support groups (virtual and in-person), smaller family playgroups, or Parent's Happy Hour...once you're an AthensBorn Family, you're stuck with us.
We are honored to serve the families of Athens, GA and the surrounding areas. We love this work, we adore our clients, and we consider it a privilege to watch families grow and each find their own best way. If you're interested in hiring a doula, spend some time getting to know us via our blog and contact us if you’d like to set up a free consultation.
Informed consent
Expecting parents have the right to know what is happening in and to their bodies . They have the right to evidence-based information and current research in order to make the decisions that are best for their bodies and their babies.
Compassionate, non-judgmental support
Your body, your baby, your choices. We support all parents.
Community Connection
We help pregnant people and new parents make connections with others. Isolation for new parents isn’t just a bummer... it’s dangerous. We provide lots of opportunities for parents to meet and create networks of support for themselves, wherever they are in their journey. Online parenting forums, support groups (virtual and in-person), smaller family playgroups, or Parent's Happy Hour...once you're an AthensBorn Family, you're stuck with us.
We are honored to serve the families of Athens, GA and the surrounding areas. We love this work, we adore our clients, and we consider it a privilege to watch families grow and each find their own best way. If you're interested in hiring a doula, spend some time getting to know us via our blog and contact us if you’d like to set up a free consultation.
Meet our Team
Please click on the photos to learn more about each of our birth workers.
Becca Crowe
Photo by Megan Brown Photography
AthensBorn Co-Owner Certified Labor Doula Placenta Encapsulation Specialist Certified Breastfeeding Specialist Postpartum Doula (she/her/hers) |
Kate DeWolf
Photo by Earlygirl Photography
AthensBorn Co-Owner Certified Labor Doula International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Postpartum Doula (she/her/hers) |
Associate Labor Doulas
Mirna Huskovic
Certified Labor Doula
Registered Nurse (she/her/hers) |
Tiesha Owens
Labor Doula
Postpartum Doula (she/her/hers) |
Emily Langston Doherty
Certified Labor Doula
(she/her/hers) |
Apprentice Labor Doulas
