By Your Side Birth Services

Doula

Meghan Johnstone DONA Certified Birth Doula. I have always loved working with people and empowering them to reach their full potential and achieve their goals. In 2011 I earned my Masters degree in Social Work. My experiences in Social Work have taught me how to meet you and your family where you are, mentally and emotionally, and provide you with knowledge, understanding, and empathy during your journey.

Well in 2011 I gave birth to my first baby, Noah, and the experience transformed me. My husband and I had taken Hypnobirthing and did a lot of reading and research about our options during pregnancy and birth. All of this new knowledge and confidence helped us to have a beautiful birth that left me feeling strong, empowered, and proud! After that, I became the "token natural birth mom" among my circle of friends and couples started calling me asking for advice and guidance. I loved talking to them about birth and sharing knowledge and resources with them, but I was always left wishing I could support them even further. Read more

5 recommendations

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    Emily R.

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    I used Meghan for placenta Encapsulation a couple months ago. Meghan went above and beyond and delivered my capsules in 1 day and even included some delicious chocolates and goodies! If you want a quick turnaround time for placenta encapsulation definitely go with Meghan! I'm still taking my capsules and I feel great. Thank you so much!

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    Kimberly Jaskot

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    As I sit here on the eve of my sons first birthday, I'm reflecting on what an amazing experience my pregnancy and his birth was for our family. I can say, with a doubt, it would not of been possible without Meghan by our side every step of the way. It's taken so long to put these emotions into words so my apologies for the overdue praise ...

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    Jessica A.

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    Meghan is such an amazing person. From the start of my pregnancy, I knew I wanted to hire a doula. This was my first pregnancy, I wanted a natural birth, and I knew that my spouse would also need some support during my labor. Meghan was recommended to us by our Hypnobirthing instructor and upon first meeting her, we instantly clicked. ...

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    Peter P.

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    I'm writing this from a dads perspective. I had no idea what a Doula was or did before this pregnancy journey began. Now I completely understand and will never have a birth without Meghan by our side. I can honestly say she is more than a Doula, she is genuine, carrying and passionate about the birth process. ...

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    April Cortes

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    This review is long overdue! I had my daughter on November of 2015 and Meghan was amazing! She was there with my husband and I from 1am to 12:30 pm at the hospital. She helped my husband and I focus and relax. We honestly don't know what we would of done without her. She gave amazing tips before, during and after labor. I also did my encapsulation and tincture with her and she gave them ...

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