Old Growth Doula · Connecticut River Valley

Trained Birth & Postpartum Doula

3 Years Family Care

About Callahan

Grounded in a deep belief
in community support,
genuinely here for you.

I have always felt a special warmth for people who are bringing new life into this world. It is an honor to support someone while they open their heart to their new little one and open their heart further to the changes this new addition brings. My promise is to always show up with calm presence, attentiveness, and genuine investment in what matters most to each individual family.

My approach is rooted in getting to know you. It's so important for me to know what comfort looks like for you, and how I can best support you getting exactly what you want out of your birth or postpartum experience. Whether it be spiritual mindfulness or a really good Justin Bieber playlist, I will help bring that energy in and keep it safe! My care is flexible, serious when the moment calls for it and then as goofy as you want. There can be joy in intensity!

Three years of hands-on family care has taught me how to read a room, anticipate needs, and bring calm to moments that feel overwhelming. I'm here to help you get the truly unique and life changing experience that you've dreamed of, and also make sure you don't forget your toothbrush.

Deeply personalized care — your experience, led by you

Joy and lightness are welcome here, right alongside the intensity

A backup doula network so you’re never, ever left without support

Proudly welcoming to queer families, LGBTQ+ couples, and all ways of building a family

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Services & Pricing

Support that actually fits.

Every family is different, and so is every care arrangement. Below are examples of what support can look like — but I’m always happy to talk through something that works specifically for you.

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Birth Doula

Continuous support through pregnancy, labor, and the hours after birth. I show up for whoever you are and however you’re bringing your baby into the world. Here to support you and your birth partner to have the experience you deserve.

On-call from 38 weeks — call me at 2am, genuinely
Prenatal visits to get to know each other and figure out how I can best support you
Continuous labor support from active labor through birth
Partner support so your person feels empowered and involved
Comfort measures — movement, positioning, breathing
Advocacy so your voice stays centered throughout
Immediate postpartum support and help with first feed
Backup doula network — you will never be left without support

A typical birth support arrangement

3 prenatal visits · on-call from 38 weeks · continuous labor support · 1 postpartum visit · unlimited phone & text

$900

Need something different? Additional visits, more postpartum time, or a completely different arrangement — let’s just talk about it.

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Postpartum Doula

The weeks after birth are profound and exhausting and new and beautiful — sometimes all before 8am. I come to your home to support your recovery, your newborn, and your whole family as you figure out this new rhythm. Rest is not optional. I’ll make sure you get some.

In-home visits — daytime and overnight options available
Newborn care so you can actually sleep
Feeding support — breast, chest, bottle, whatever works for you
Emotional support and real conversation, or sitting in peaceful silence
Household help to keep your space feeling functional and comforting
Sibling adjustment support
Referrals to trusted local resources when you need more
A non-judgmental presence — there’s no wrong way to do this, and you're doing a great job

A typical postpartum arrangement

4 daytime visits (3hrs each) · 2 overnight shifts (8–10hrs each)

$500

More or fewer visits, ongoing weekly support, overnights only — we’ll build around what your family actually needs.

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Birth & Postpartum Together

Continuous care, start to finish.

There’s something really special about having the same person with you through birth and into the weeks that follow. I already know your story, your family, and how to provide support. That continuity matters.

Everything in birth support (3 prenatals · on-call · labor · 1 postpartum visit)
3 daytime postpartum visits
2 overnight postpartum shifts
Unlimited support throughout
Additional hours always available — just ask

A typical combined arrangement

$1,150

Need more postpartum time, extra visits, or overnights beyond this? We can absolutely build that in — additional hours at base rate.

Let’s talk

These are starting points, not limits. I’m happy to adjust fees, discuss a barter arrangement, or build something completely custom if none of these feel quite right for your family. Cost should never be the reason you don’t reach out.

Just send me a message.

Kind Words

“As vulnerable as birth was for me, it never felt clinical or transactional. It felt natural, personal, empowering, and even joyful.” - PW

“Callahan navigated the situation flawlessly. She was confident, grounded, and unwavering in reminding both me and the medical team that I was in control of my body and my healthcare decisions.”

“Every single family member told me afterward how much they loved her — she is genuinely considered family now.”

— First-time mom, high-risk pregnancy · Connecticut River Valley

Get in Touch

Let’s just have a
conversation first.

A free 30-minute call, no pressure and no commitment. We’ll get a feel for each other, you can ask me anything, and we’ll figure out together if we’re a good match. There’s genuinely no wrong thing to ask!

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Location

Connecticut River Valley & beyond

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Email

hello@oldgrowthdoula.com

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Instagram

@oldgrowthdoula

Navigating joyfultransitions, together.

Grounded in a deep belief in community support,genuinely here for you.

Support that actually fits.

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Navigating joyful
transitions, together.

Grounded in a deep belief
in community support,
genuinely here for you.

Let’s just have a
conversation first.