Meet Your NWA Doula
Angelee Sterling | CD(DONA)
Northwest Arkansas Doula & Childbirth Educator
I’m an experienced NWA doula, and mom of 3 who enjoys supporting families on their birth journey. I’m also a DONA certified doula.
As your doula, I help you feel prepared for the challenges of labor and postpartum. In a world of rushed visits and efficiency, I offer you time and space to ask questions and express your concerns and desires for labor.
I believe the best way for you to give birth is the way that makes you feel most comfortable. I support you and your decisions all the way. Every birth can and should be empowering, and it is my goal as your doula to help you have your best possible birth experience.
Along with the experience I’ve acquired as a doula, I personally have had three births at home. I understand how labor feels, and I bring this perspective to those who are contemplating a home birth or would like an unmedicated labor.
During labor, I think of myself as a calm presence that can help you with whatever you need in the moment. Whether that is a hand to hold, a hot compress, understanding medical staff, or a new position to make labor progress, you and your partner will feel guided, advocated for, and supported during your entire labor.
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MY CREDENTIALS
- Certified DONA Birth Doula
- Postpartum Doula Trained by DONA
- Certified Childbirth Educator (Madriella)
- Certified Birth Doula (Madriella)
- Certified Postpartum Doula (Madriella)
- Breastfeeding Support Trained by certified IBCLCs
- Certified in CPR, Infant CPR
- Carries State of AR Food Handlers Card
- Attended Spinning Babies® Foundational Workshop
- Experienced mom of 3
My Commitment To You
The more families a doula supports each month, the higher the chance she won’t be there when you need her most. I wouldn’t want you to face the disappointment of laboring with someone else because I couldn’t be there.
That’s why I intentionally limit myself to no more than 3 births per month. This gives me the breathing room to rest, recharge, and stay fully present for every family I serve. So far, I’ve never had to call in a backup doula—and I work hard to keep it that way. But in case of an illness or overlap, I have a network of doulas I trust that can step in.
My commitment is simple: to protect the relationship we build together, so when your labor comes, it’s me—your chosen doula—right there by your side.
My care begins the moment you hire me and continues through the rest of your pregnancy, during labor, and into the postpartum period. I’m here to listen closely, make sure your voice is heard, and help you feel truly supported and confident every step of the way.
I would love to meet with you (either virtually or in person) to discuss your birth vision, how I can support you, and make sure we are the right fit for your birth journey.
Thank you for considering my doula services!
Services
NWA CHILDBIRTH CLASSES
Get educated and empowered, so you can confidently play an active role in the decision making during pregnancy and labor in order to have your best possible birth experience!
NWA BIRTH DOULA CARE
We establish your birth and postpartum plans, which are essential for your desired birth experience and for minimizing the stresses baby will bring. If you have any concerns about your provider’s advice during your pregnancy or simply want to chat about birth-related questions, I’m here for you with evidence-based information.Women truly thrive with continuous labor support, and I’m here for you every step of the way. I will provide the emotional and physical encouragement you need to feel empowered and confident during your labor. I offer birth doula services in the following NWA Areas including: Bentonville, Bella Vista, Centerton, Gravette, Lowell, Springdale, Fayetteville, Rogers.
NWA POSTPARTUM DOULA CARE
Get support during the crucial and challenging period when baby arrives. I provide personalized assistance tailored to your family’s unique needs, offering emotional support, practical guidance, and advice on infant care, breastfeeding, and self-care for mothers. I’ll make sure you’re eating well, staying hydrated, and getting the rest you need. By easing the challenges of the postpartum period, I help you focus on bonding with your baby and healing, ensuring a smoother, more joyful experience as you embark on this beautiful journey. I offer postpartum doula care to moms in Bentonville, Rogers, Centerton, and Bella Vista.
NWA MONTHLY BREASTFEEDING CLASS
Attention moms to be in Bentonville, Fayetteville, Springdale, Bella Vista, Centerton, Rogers and all surrounding areas of NWA ! Join us for a FREE breastfeeding class live on Zoom before your baby arrives. This class teaches you the three most important things you need to understand to have early breastfeeding success, amazing facts about breastfeeding, combatting breastfeeding criticism, and the latest research about mastitis spectrum. Sign up below!