Knoxville + East Tennessee Doula Services

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We believe that every birth is a story unfolding, that every little life is important, and every mama is stronger than she knows.

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Childbirth Education

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Birth Support

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Postpartum Wellness

Benefits of Doula Support

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25% Shorter Labors

28% Fewer Unplanned Cesareans

15% Increase in spontaneous vaginal Births

34% Fewer negative birth experiences

The Open Heart Way

A trusted team of a collaborative doulas who desire to help women journey from pregnancy into motherhood with confidence and grace. Open Heart Doula exists to display Christ’s love and strengthen families through education, advocacy, and support.

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PERSONALIZED SUPPORT FOR YOUR UNIQUE NEEDS

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COMPREHENSIVE CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION OPTIONS

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WELCOMING FAITH INTO THE EMOTIONAL JOURNEY OF BIRTH

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A CALMING PRESENCE DURING LABOR & DELIVERY

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HELP WITH THE NEWBORN & POSTPARTUM TRANSITION

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Meet the Doulas of Open Heart.

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Welcome to our space where women's health is celebrated and prioritized with compassion and care. We're here to support you at every stage, providing guidance, resources, and a community that understands your unique journey.

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We LOVE doula teams at Open Heart! Two doulas provide extra support, extra confidence and an extra fun birth when you hire Alissa Claxton & Crystal Shields for your summer birth team. If you are due in June or July reach out for a consultation wi
Finishing out the year with an Open Heart team meeting. Look around and you’ll notice some fresh faces on the team that we are excited to introduce to you in the coming days!