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I Help You To Navigate Your Birth Experience

So You Can Welcome Your Baby With Confidence And Calm.

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Does this sound familiar?

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Navigating the Chicagoland birth world and its options has become a full time job.

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All you want is a safe and comfortable experience that will leave you feeling positive and like a full participant in your baby’s birth.

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You wish you could debrief your OB or Midwife appointments with someone who can listen without judgement and provide actionable advice.

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You worry if you and your partner will be able to remember everything you learned in birth class.

Your previous birth experience left you wishing it had been more fulfilling, knowing it could have been better.

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THE CHICAGO PHOTO-DOULAS DIFFERENCE:

Most of the preparation for your baby’s birth will happen BEFORE, just like for your wedding day or vacation or big holiday. I will be with you every step of the way.

Preperation

With over fifteen years of experience and extensive connections in the birth community, you'll have access to top-notch resources and referrals to Chicagoland’s best providers, chiropractors, physical therapists, and more.

Referrals

Your partner will feel much better, knowing what to anticipate. You will have peace of mind knowing that you have dedicated support for the day of your baby’s birth.

Unbiased Support

As an expert storyteller and seasoned doula - I will be sure to capture some of your most important images, the moment you meet your baby and the story of you bond after they are in your arms for the first time.

Photo and Video

Every family has unique needs, and no two births are the same. It's essential to be prepared for your own journey. I’m here to guide you with a realistic approach, helping you achieve the birth experience that truly fits your family

Teamwork

Personal Assistant

Much like a bride’s maid at your wedding, a planner, and executive assistant I’m here to help you navigate your birth options, many you don’t even know about!

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Hello, I’m Maggie

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Over the years, I've been fortunate to document and support countless inspiring and powerful women in various birth settings.

I hold each experience in deep appreciation and honor.

This diverse and profound range of experiences in the world of childbirth, coupled with my training as a midwife’s assistant, has equipped me with a unique understanding of the birthing journey. I support all types of birth environments, including hospital, high-risk, homebirth, birth center, natural hospital births, inductions, and trauma-informed care.

Additionally, I have experience with various birthing techniques and philosophies, including Hypnobirthing, Birthing from Withing, Lamaze, Bradley, and Hypnobabies.

No matter your chosen path, I would be thrilled to help guide you toward your ideal birth experience.

Join these happy parents

Who with my support achieved their desired births.

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I cannot stress this enough, HIRE MAGGIE.
I had my first homebirth after an extremely traumatic birth experience with my first child, and knew I wanted a doula. When I let my midwife practice know she was going to be my doula, they were very happy, as they have worked with her many times before. When I found Maggie I also saw she did photos, and to me this was perfect. I could only imagine birthing your baby was like your wedding day, or something other huge life changing event: you won't remember the tiny details, there's too much going on. So not only can she support your labor, she can capture the moments you might forget even happened.

She is a soft whisper of encouraging words. She is a hand on your back in the EXACT right spot for counterpressure. She is a plate of snacks after your baby is born and remember that you love food (seriously, she disappeared into my kitchen and resurfaced with the most perfect plate of tiny snacks that I could manage to eat while in post-labor la-la land) . She's just like your most supportive friend who is there to let you know that this INTENSELY difficult thing you’re doing is doable.

~Zelda

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I had Maggie as my doula and photographer for the birth of my second daughter in April. She was wonderful throughout pregnancy, always very responsive to my texts and I never felt like a bother. I chose to add on maternity and newborn photos as well which was convenient for scheduling. She took beautiful maternity photos- they are some of my favorite photos of myself.

I had a false alarm of labor, a breech baby, and a long induction and Maggie was there through it all! She was encouraging during labor and helped me feel ok with my birth plan not going at all like I had envisioned. I believe she went above and beyond for support the entire time. All my photos are gorgeous, I don't know how she managed to take them all in between supporting me but I am so glad she did.

I can't sing Maggie's praises enough.

~Sarah

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From Nervous Nellie to unstoppable Bad-Ass—let’s make it happen!

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A study published in The Journal of Perinatal Education found that the presence of a doula can decrease anxiety and increase feelings of empowerment and control over the birth process. Knowing that they have someone dedicated to their well-being helps mothers feel more in control and reduces overall stress levels. No matter what birth you plan or have: home, birth center, midwife, OB, vaginal, VBAC or a C-section - I am here for you.