We created Calm Birth Alliance because we believe birth should be a well-informed, empowering and positive experience. With seven children between us, born across two healthcare systems (U.S. and U.K), we are DONA-certified doulas who blend both practical wisdom and emotional support to help women trust their bodies and embrace birth without fear. 

  • Meet Harriet

    Harriet blends her background as a physician and mother of three to guide families through pregnancy and birth with calm, confidence, and compassion. Her practice is rooted in deep knowledge, empathy, and a belief that every woman can trust her body and her birth.

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  • Meet Gayle

    Gayle helps families approach birth with confidence and clarity. She combines evidence-based education with intuitive care to create an empowering, personalized birth experience. Gayle’s goal is to help you develop a birth plan that includes specific details about how you want your birth to go and to provide emotional support throughout the perinatal process.

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