About Us
Meet The Local Doula
The Local Doula, founded by Lauren Watkins, is a holistic doula service providing emotional, physical, and educational support to birthing mothers and their families.
Based Durham, NC the business aims to offer personalized birth and postpartum care, building trust and confidence during one of life’s most vulnerable transitions. The Local Doula’s mission is to provide Christ centered, compassionate, informed, and inclusive support to clients of all backgrounds, with an emphasis on evidence-based practices and community connection.
Our vision is to become the go-to doula service in our region, known for reliability, warmth, and exceptional care.
Grounded in faith and compassion, The Local Doula seeks to honor God through the sacred work of supporting women during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
Our Core Values
Supporting expectant Mothers. Encouraging village culture.
Pursuing maternal wellness. Sacredly holding space.
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