Hi there, I'm

Sarah
Doggett

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Tidbits About Me

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As a PNWer since 1993 I am happiest among the trees with my feet in the soil, and playing with my 5 children.

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I am passionate about cooking and bringing nourishing foods to new moms. 

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When I'm not at a birth, I enjoy knitting, embroidery and mixed media collage.

My Doula Journey

MY STORY

My interest in birth began while preparing for the birth of my first child in 2000, when I found myself reading everything I could get my hands on about birth, babies, and breastfeeding.

But what truly inspired me to become a doula was my own experience being supported by an incredible Portland doula and midwifery team. They helped me feel informed, empowered, and at ease, and made sure my partner felt included and supported too. That experience stayed with me through the births of our five children and sparked a desire to help other families feel that same sense of confidence and care.

I have been working as a professional doula for over 20 years, and am grateful to have found the work I was meant to do.

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MY PHILOSOPHY

Support what arises” is my philosophy for birth (and maybe life, too). Birth can bring moments of stress, intensity, and fear, but I also believe it can be deeply empowering. Like breathing in and out, birth asks us to move through each moment and integrate what unfolds as the story develops.

So many parts of birth can feel wild or unexpected while we’re in them, and often, that’s normal. As a doula, my role is not to fit families into a formula, but to meet them where they are.

I listen, respond with compassion, ask questions, and provide information and education when needed so each family feels supported in the ways that serve them best.

Training & Education

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What Clients Say...

- Ana
(Birth Doula Client - Vancouver, WA)

"When I did go into labor, Sarah was my hero. She encouraged me the whole time, helped me get into a variety of positions to encourage the baby to move down, reminded me to breathe, and used multiple methods to ease my pain through contractions.

Even though birth was hard, I had a really positive birth experience and I largely owe that to Sarah. I can't imagine what it would have been like laboring without her and I'm so so so thankful that we were able to work with her. Sarah is absolutely INCREDIBLE! I couldn't be more grateful for the support and comfort she provided me."

- Anna M.
(Birth Doula Client- Portland, OR)

"Sarah is incredible! As a first time mom, I was really nervous about labor/delivery and wanted an experienced doula to help me and my husband through the birth process. Sarah exceeded all expectations I had. First, she was a wonderful source of support as we approached the end of my pregnancy.

She prepped my husband and I for the labor process, what having a newborn would look like, and answered all of our questions. She was non judgmental, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. She kept asking us questions to figure out what we did and did not want then supported us through that."

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(Birth Doula Client - Vancouver, WA)

"From the moment we met Sarah, we felt completely supported in all of those aspects. Sarah's presence was very calming while I labored and pushed, and when I ended up needing to go in for a c-section, Sarah was a lifesaver supporting me and my husband. It was an upsetting experience, but Sarah stayed by our side the entire time providing comfort.

After the birth, she continued to be a huge help with overnight shifts and daytime support. Her assistance with cooking, laundry, and baby care was a welcomed relief during such a demanding time. I am so grateful for everything Sarah did for us and I will always advocate for doula care!"

- Lauren F.
(Postpartum Client - Portland, OR)

"We researched and felt that Sarah Doggett resonated with us the most. She has excellent communication and is very trustworthy. She wrote down detailed notes and is so knowledgeable about babies. She’s like the baby whisperer. She has lots of experience with raising her own family of 5. It is so easy to connect with her. I am very thankful she could not only watch our son but also take care of our dishes and make us breakfast that would last about a week! 

If you're a first time parent or continuing to grow your family and on the fence about a night nanny/postpartum doula, contact Sarah and meet with her. When it comes to health and wellness, this service was absolutely worth every penny."

- Liza (Postpartum Client) Portland, OR

"Best decision I've ever made postpartum. This is a service I wish existed when I had my first! I had a hard time asking/accepting help with my first baby. I kept telling myself that we could do it on our own. I thought it was kind of like a right of passage to suffer. I suffered greatly alone, without help.

I developed postpartum depression after my first baby, that I didn't realize I had until after the fact. I was overwhelmed with going from no kids to having an infant with colic. For our next postpartum, we hired a doula and it made a world of difference! It's okay to ask for help."

- Maureen
(Postpartum Client - Portland, OR)

"Sarah saved our family in the first few months after the birth of our second child. She provided us with the tools (& the sleep!) to more confidently parent two under 18 months. Not only did she help our newborn, Sophie, learn to sleep better, she was eager to problem solve all infant challenges with me and my husband and introduced us to the resources we needed to better enjoy this difficult phase. I am also grateful for the levity and perspective she brought as I navigated the next phase of my motherhood journey."

Looking forward to our consultation and hearing all about your hopes for your birth. I’m here for you every step of the way!

- Sarah Doggett