Autumn Davidson, Portland Doula

I believe that birth is a transformative experience, and that each birthing person deserves to undergo this world-shaking transformation feeling empowered and supported. My goal as your doula is to help you attempt the birth story of your dreams, give you the information you need to advocate for yourself, and assist you during labor to find the experience that was meant for you. We will dive into your preferences, specific needs and coping methods, and fears and feelings around birth so that you feel prepared to advocate for the birth story you envision, and ready to birth your baby in your power and supported by your birth team. I would love to be in your corner and support you in any way that helps you feel cared for, respected, and seen. Together, we will tailor your experience so that you receive exactly the care you’re looking for.

I have been professionally trained to offer birth support through DONA-approved doula training with MotherTree Birth Services, and have also completed a 120-hour intensive hands-on internship under established and experienced doula mentors. I volunteer with Gateway Doulas in Portland for on-call shifts at Adventist Health. I am BLS certified and have undergone education around trauma-informed care, cultural competency, HIPPA, and interprofessional collaboration. I also have a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in Political Science and have worked as an Executive Assistant to c-suite professionals in both the cannabis and psychedelic spaces. Anticipation of client needs and proactive caregiving have always been staples in my professional life.

In my personal life, I enjoy hiking, cross stitch, painting, yoga, tea, sarcasm, and writing. I identify as pansexual, and have been with my partner for 7 years. I gave birth to my daughter in July of 2021. My empowering home-birth experience sparked my passion for birth work and helping others find their own satisfying births. I’m a natural nurturer and caregiver – too bad my 2 year old can’t write me a review! This is the work I am passionate about. I can’t wait to be your doula.