Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Holistic Perinatal Care in Durham, NC
Carolina Birth and Wellness is a holistic resource center dedicated to providing comprehensive physical, emotional, and educational support for all reproductive healthcare experiences. Our mission is to empower families through inclusive, nonjudgmental care tailored to individual needs, ensuring every client feels supported, encouraged, and safe. With a team of certified professionals, we offer a one-stop shop for fertility, birth, postpartum, and wellness services, eliminating the stress of navigating multiple providers. Our expertise spans fertility concierge support, birth and postpartum doulas, lactation consulting, prenatal yoga, and more, all grounded in evidence-based practices. We prioritize whole-person care, recognizing that personalized attention fosters transformative experiences during lifes most pivotal moments. As advocates for equitable access, we serve all families regardless of identity, background, or goals, fostering a community rooted in compassion and advocacy.Our commitment to transparency, ethical standards, and client satisfaction underscores every interaction, from initial consultations to postpartum follow-ups. With over a decade of combined experience, our teams specialized skills in perinatal care position us as trusted leaders in Durhams wellness landscape. We emphasize reliability through consistent communication, flexible scheduling, and a pledge to return all inquiries within 1-2 business days. By integrating holistic therapies like placenta encapsulation and pelvic floor therapy with modern medical support, we bridge traditional and contemporary approaches to reproductive health. Our dedication to continuous improvement is reflected in ongoing professional development and partnerships with local healthcare providers, ensuring clients receive the most current and comprehensive care available.
Services
Birth Doula
Postpartum Doula
Lactation Support
Maternity Photography
Prenatal Yoga
Placenta Encapsulation
Fertility Concierge
Childbirth Classes
Pelvic Floor Therapy
Newborn Photography
Highlights and features
- We provide inclusive support for all families regardless of identity or background.
- Our team offers customized, individualized care through certified professionals.
- We operate with full transparency and no hidden fees.
- We offer insurance-covered lactation support and hospital-grade equipment rentals.
- Our expertise spans fertility, birth, postpartum, and wellness services under one roof.
What people say
Compassionate care
Personalized support
Professional expertise
Nonjudgmental environment
Transformative experiences
Services
Birth Doula
Our birth doulas provide continuous physical, emotional, and informational support during labor and delivery. Services include creating birth plans, comfort measures, and advocacy to ensure a positive birthing experience. Backed by evidence-based practices, our doulas help reduce cesarean rates and increase maternal satisfaction through personalized care.
Lactation Support
Board-certified lactation consultants offer in-home or office visits for breastfeeding assessment, positioning guidance, and milk supply concerns. Services include insurance-covered consultations, breast pump rentals, and solutions for common challenges like latching difficulties or low milk production, ensuring successful breastfeeding journeys.
Maternity Photography
Professional maternity sessions capture the beauty of pregnancy between 28-36 weeks. Includes virtual consultation, one-hour studio or location shoot, and digital gallery access. Sessions emphasize body positivity and milestone celebration, with optional newborn or family photo bundles for lasting memories.
Postpartum Doula
Postpartum doulas assist with newborn care, feeding support, and household organization after birth. Services include night shift care, sibling adjustment support, and evidence-based wellness guidance. Our doulas prioritize parental rest and confidence-building during the critical fourth trimester transition.
Childbirth Classes
Comprehensive classes cover labor stages, pain management, and postpartum preparation. Options include group sessions or private instruction tailored to specific birth settings. Curriculum integrates partner involvement and decision-making frameworks to empower families for informed, confident childbirth experiences.
People
Emily Chaffee
Owner and Founder
Emily Chaffee, a certified Birth Doula, Fertility Doula, and Licensed Massage Therapist, founded Carolina Birth and Wellness to provide holistic perinatal care. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in placenta encapsulation and childbirth education, advocating for inclusive, client-centered support.
Maris Feeley
Owner and Director
Maris Feeley, a Full Spectrum Doula and Childbirth Educator, co-leads Carolina Birth and Wellness with expertise in birth and postpartum care. Her focus on nonjudgmental support aligns with the practices mission, offering personalized guidance through all reproductive healthcare stages.
Celia Clark-Randall
IBCLC
Celia Clark-Randall is a board-certified lactation consultant providing evidence-based breastfeeding support. Her clinical expertise addresses complex feeding challenges, ensuring families achieve their infant nutrition goals through compassionate, individualized care.
Ashton Scott
Birth Doula
Ashton Scott, a certified Birth Doula and Yoga Teacher, supports families during labor with comfort techniques and advocacy. Her holistic approach integrates mindfulness practices to promote calm, empowering birth experiences aligned with client preferences.
Mary Grace Willms
Photographer
Mary Grace Willms specializes in maternity and newborn photography, capturing lifes pivotal moments with artistic sensitivity. Her work emphasizes emotional storytelling, offering families heirloom-quality images to cherish their perinatal journey.
Questions
What services does Carolina Birth and Wellness offer?
We provide birth doulas, postpartum support, lactation consulting, maternity photography, childbirth classes, and wellness therapies like prenatal yoga and pelvic floor care.
Do you accept insurance for lactation services?
Yes, our lactation consultations are insurance-covered. Contact us to verify your specific plan benefits.
Are services available outside Durham?
We serve Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Durham, and surrounding areas with in-home visits and virtual consultations.
What photography packages are available?
We offer maternity, newborn, and family photo sessions with customizable bundles. Contact for detailed pricing options.
Can I rent a TENS unit for labor?
Yes, TENS units are available for rent to manage labor pain. Reservations can be made through our online store.
