Meet the Doulas

Community Doula Program (CDP) doulas provide physical, emotional, and information support during birth, pregnancy, and the early weeks of parenting. Currently more than 100 doulas provide care to families who speak the same language and/or share a similar culture.

Meet some of our current doulas

Delia

I’ve been a Birth Doula for 11 years. I have 3 children of my own. I am Latina, Native Spanish speaker. I’m also a Somatic Trauma Resolution Practitioner and can bring this into our work together. I enjoy working with families, preparing and supporting them through their choices and the vision of their birth. For fun, I enjoy dancing salsa and bachata, and when I’m needing some quiet time, drinking coffee and crocheting.

Katie

Katie is a mother of three and a Traditional Health Worker Doula. Having been a doula for nearly a decade, she was called to support others in birth after becoming a mother at a young age, navigating motherhood on Medicaid and experiencing birth both in and out of the hospital. From this lived experience, she meets birthing people where they are with non-judgmental, compassionate support. Over the past five years, Katie has served as a doula trainer, mentor and anthropologist researching doulas in Oregon. Katie has been a yoga instructor for fifteen years and is a professional henna artist. In her free time, she loves to read, hike, cook, garden, sew and create artwork.

Aida

My name is Aida Ornelas. I’ve been working for more than 25 years supporting Spanish speaking families in need. Supporting women, in particular during birth, is such a privilege for me. I am a Mexican immigrant. Married with 2 kids. I have 6 siblings and many nephews and nieces whom I love very much and have been present during their births. I love working out, meditating, being out in the garden, cooking and spending time with family and friends. I love smiles and a good sense of humor.

Isaaith

I’ve been a doula for a little over a year. I was a stay at home mom for 15 years and I was looking for something that I can enjoy doing. I came across Birth Doula work and loved it. My first birth as a doula was 36 hours long. When I got home, my husband thought that I was ready to quit. Then he saw my big smile! I feel good helping a new mom and witnessing the miracle of life, and fell in love with this career. I wish I had this help when I had my kids! I want moms to enjoy giving birth and to remember this experience as something beautiful because IT IS beautiful!

Yesenia

Hi, my name is Yesenia and I love being a doula. I dream of a day when I can work full time as a doula serving families in Linn, Benton, Lincoln, Lane, Marion, and Polk counties. I am in the process of becoming a qualified medical interpreter so that I can expand the services that I offer to the Spanish speaking families that I serve. I love being present when a baby is born and helping families communicate with medical staff. My clients have shared that they feel well supported and pampered by having me as their doula.

Alyx

Hello! My name is Alyx. I am a birth and postpartum Doula serving Lane, Linn, Benton, and Polk counties. I have three daughters of my own and have experienced birth in a hospital, a birth center, and my home. I have a huge amount of appreciation for different birth spaces and how personal they are to every woman. I am a firm believer in the magic of childbirth. This is a special time for new life, but it is also a celebration between a birthing person and their partner. My goal is to assist in the magic making to the best of my ability.

Zilmillia

With years of experience supporting families through birth, postpartum, and sibling transitions, I bring a grounded, nurturing presence to every space I enter. I’ve had the honor of walking alongside countless families as a birth doula, postpartum guide, and sibling support person—offering compassionate care tailored to each family’s unique needs and values. My approach is rooted in trust, advocacy, and deep listening. Whether it’s a first birth or welcoming another child into the family, I hold space for your experience with warmth, knowledge, and calm. I believe that support should feel empowering and that every family deserves to be seen, heard, and held through the transformative journey of welcoming new life.