Your Pregnancy Assistant.
Your Birth Partner.
Your Peace of Mind.
From the first trimester questions to the first moment you hold your baby, you will have someone in your corner who has done this hundreds of times.
Pregnancy is a full time job. And you didn't get a manual.
You have a million questions and no one to ask without feeling silly. You leave your OB appointments thinking, "Wait, I forgot to ask about that." Your partner wants to help but does not know what you actually need. You are tired of Googling and sifting through conflicting advice. What if you had one person you could call, text, or email anytime who would give you clear, honest answers and make your life easier?
Think of me as your pregnancy wing woman.
I am not here to replace your partner or your care team. I am here to be the one person who has your back through the whole journey, so you can actually enjoy your pregnancy instead of drowning in stress.
THE CHICAGO PHOTO-DOULAS DIFFERENCE:
Need a chiropractor who specializes in pregnant bodies? I know the best ones in your neighborhood.
Looking for a pediatrician who actually returns calls, or visits you at home? I have a list.
Confused about your hospital's policies? I will explain it in plain English.
I am your shortcut to the best resources in Chicago. No endless Googling required.
Your Personal Concierge
Have a random question at midnight? Something feels off and you are not sure if it is normal?
Text me.
I will respond quickly, honestly, and without judgment. You will never feel like you are bothering anyone or overreacting.
Your Appointment Wing Woman
Your partner loves you.
They just do not always know how to help. I give them simple, practical tools so they feel useful and confident.
They will know exactly what to do during labor, and you will feel supported instead of frustrated.
Your Partner's Secret Weapon
Your Postpartum Safety Net
After birth, I do not disappear.
I stay to help with feeding and early bonding.
I visit you at home within the first week to check in, answer questions, and make sure you are okay.
The fourth trimester is just as important as the first.
Before every OB or midwife appointment, we will prep together.
You will walk in with your questions written down and your concerns clear.
You will walk out feeling heard, not rushed or dismissed and I'll be there to help bridge any gaps and debrief after appointment.
Your 2 AM Text Buddy
Your Birth Day Anchor
When labor begins, I am there.
I stay with you continuously from active labor through birth and 1 to 2 hours postpartum. I am your steady presence, your calm voice, and your advocate in the room.
I help you communicate with nurses and doctors so your voice is always heard.
Hello, I’m Maggie
I have been supporting Chicago families through pregnancy and birth for over fifteen years.
I have been in hospital rooms, birth centers, and living rooms. I have supported planned inductions, unplanned C-sections, home births, and everything in between. I have also been on your side. I have given birth four times myself, each one different, each one teaching me something new about what mothers truly need. What I have learned is this: you do not just need information. You need someone who is present, reliable, and genuinely invested in your wellbeing. That is what I offer. I am not here to push a philosophy or a birth plan. I am here to be your person, the one you can count on, no matter what.
Join these happy parents
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, second time mom
Maggie, oh how I adore you.
You were every bit of the woman to woman support I needed during this pregnancy and into the early hours of the morning after lil Eddie was born.
Thank you for absolutely everything.
You are an amazing doula and an even bigger blessing in every way.
~Janel, first time mom.
Maggie is truly wonderful. Her knowledge, expertise, and calm demeanor made the birth of my second child an incredibly beautiful experience. From prep sessions and being open to answering my anxious questions beforehand, to keenly working with the Prentice hospital staff during the event, to the perfect photos that I honestly don’t understand how she got some of these shots, our experience with Maggie was wellllllll worth the investment.
Seriously, the L&D nurses were like “damn, your doula is a queen.”
I got to have the birth that I dreamed of because of our partnership with Maggie. Please hire her.
~ Amanda, high risk pregnancy and medical induction
Here is exactly what is included when we work together
Prenatal Support (This is where confidence is built)
We meet 2 times before your due date to practice comfort measures, breathing, and positioning so your body knows what to do.
I help you prepare for every appointment so you walk in clear and leave feeling heard.
Your partner learns exactly how to support you, no guessing, no stress.
You get trusted referrals to Chicago's and Suburb’s best providers, chiropractors, pelvic floor therapists, and more.
I am available by phone or text for questions, concerns, or just to talk through a hard day.
Labor & Birth Support
I am with you continuously from active labor through birth and 1-2 hours postpartum, so you always feel supported.
Physical comfort measures, positioning guidance, and emotional support so you stay calm and focused.
I help you advocate for yourself and communicate with your care team so you feel heard and respected.
Your partner is supported too, so they can be fully present.
Photography & Video
Beautiful, discreet documentation of your birth story, from the intensity of labor to the first moments your baby is in your arms.
You receive a private online gallery of professionally edited images and HD video clips to cherish forever.
Maternity and Baby photo shoot. Pregnancy is hard work and you’ll love looking back at these keep sakes from your growing family.
Postpartum Support
I stay 1-2 hours after birth to help with initial feeding and early post partum so you feel confident even as a first time mom. No newborn overwhelm.
A postpartum meeting within the first week to process your birth story and answer questions. Your postpartum feelings are valid, I’m be there to make sure you remember just how incredible and capable you are.
One Investment. No Surprises.
Unlike a menu of add-ons, my care is comprehensive. You don't have to piece together support. It's all here.
One package, one person, one investment in your confidence and your story.
Start by scheduling your discovery call.
Pregnancy is both beautiful and overwhelming. Having someone in your corner makes all the difference.
Let's talk. No pressure, just honest conversation.
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