
Ashley Fryer, Portland Doula
Partnership Model
Giselle Edwards and I work in a doula partnership because it allows us to show up authentically for our clients and also balance being moms to young children – oh, and we also really like each other! Working with us means bringing on two doulas who are committed to supporting you in your vision for your birth. Our own lived experience has taught us that there are so many ways to bring your baby into the world and you deserve passion, wisdom, and support through all of it. We bring excitement, humor, and a deep understanding of parenthood’s unique joys and challenges – which begin with birth, but certainly don’t end there. Hiring us means two brains and hearts joining your birth team. We’ll both get to know you and your family at prenatal and postpartum visits. While you may only see one of us in the delivery room initially, you’ll have a fresh and rested doula (who you already know) ready to jump in, should your labor journey ask it. We know that a new baby means big changes to your life and identity, both as an individual and as a family, and we’d love to explore those changes with you.

Training
DONA Postpartum Doula Training with Mother Tree Birth
Intensive 6-Month Internship with Mother Tree Birth
Evidence Based Birth Instructor
Fair Play Method Facilitator
Culturally Competent Care with CineMed
Adult, Child and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED with The Red Cross
Basics of Lactation Management for Doulas with Lactation Education Resources
Racism in Perinatal and Pediatric Health with Nurturely
Areas Of Specialty
Unmedicated Birth
Surrogacy
Adoption
Single Parent Support
IVF Pregnancy
High Risk Pregnancy/Birth
Medical Induction
LGBTQIA+ Families
Polyamorous Families
Body Positive/People Of Size
Postpartum Doula Care
Trauma Informed Care
Survivors Of Sexual Abuse
Recovery From Addiction
Pregnancy Loss/Infant Loss
Abortion Support
Childbirth Education
Mother Blessing Celebrations
Baby Sign Language
Baby-Led Weaning