Deanna Snow Doula Services

02/27/2026

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When I say I’m on call, it isn’t cute branding.

It’s not a marketing phrase.
It’s not aesthetic.
It’s not flexible hours.

It means my ringer is on at 3am.

It means I sleep lightly.
It means my phone stays within reach at dinner, in the shower, at the grocery store, at my kids’ activities.

It means I don’t commit to trips.
I don’t schedule hair appointments.
I don’t book sessions outside a certain radius.

Because if your contractions pick up, I go.

It means leaving dinner half eaten.
It means whispering to my husband, “I'm headed to a birth.” at 4:08 in the morning and kissing him goodbye.
It means grabbing my bag and walking out the door without knowing when I’ll be home.

It means your due date lives in the back of my mind every single day that month.

I am watching the calendar.
I am checking in.
I am mentally prepared.

Because birth does not wait for convenience.

It doesn’t care if it’s Christmas morning.
Or my child’s birthday.
Or 2:17am after I just fell asleep.

And when you hire me, you are not just booking a time slot.

You are reserving my presence.

You are reserving my availability.
My energy.
My focus.

You are asking me to build my life around the possibility of your labor starting at any moment.

And I say yes to that intentionally.

Because this work matters.

But that level of commitment deserves to be understood.

When you invest in birth photography or doula support, you are not just paying for the hours I’m physically in the room.

You are paying for the weeks of availability.
The mental load of readiness.
The nights on standby.
The rearranged schedule.

You are paying for someone who is prepared to show up fully, no matter when your baby decides it’s time.

Your birth is not a side job to me or a cute trend I saw on pinterest.
It's not a "well if I can" kind of session.

It is something I structure my entire life around.

And that kind of presence requires real commitment.

It is costly.
But it is also
Intentional.
A sacrifice.
Soul work.

And it is deeply valued 🤎

06/02/2025

I have the best friends. They know me well 🥰 Thank you!

01/10/2025

This group is such a blessing!

We had a great time at our holiday party last night! Our group is so blessed with amazing midwives, doulas, chiropractors, physical therapists, and other maternity care providers.

If you’re interested in sharing in our fellowship and networking, send us a DM!

01/09/2025

Our bodies have an amazing design!

⚪️Each drop of breast milk contains 1 million white blood cells - every single drop counts.
⚪️Your milk remains nutritious irrespective of your diet; it's your health that is affected by deficiencies.
⚪️ Producing breast milk consumes 25% of the body's energy; the brain only uses 20% by comparison. You're doing enough.
⚪️There is no conclusive evidence that breast milk causes cavities
⚪️Your breast milk remains nutritious for as long as you are breastfeeding
⚪️Every child self weans in their own time if you are happy to let them. Honest
-The Breastfeeding Mentor

Schedule a lactation consult with Angela, IBCLC at Be Well Pediatrics. (515) 967-8887

01/06/2025

One of my absolute favorite sources for all things birth (and women’s health) created an online birth course and it will not disappoint! I had the privilege of previewing it-so comprehensive. You can enjoy the content from anywhere on your timeframe. They are having a 3 day sale through Wednesday with 25% off, plus you can stack my code for an additional discount. ….just had to share

My additional coupon code: DOULADEANNA

A midwife-created comprehensive childbirth course designed to take you confidently through pregnancy, birth and postpartum

11/28/2024

Our oldest son and daughter-in-law had their third son this week-grandbaby #9. Counting my blessings! So much to be thankful for!

11/27/2024

Enjoying some reading time while we travel for Thanksgiving. I have collected a lending library for my clients-a book in hand is always enjoyable.

09/02/2024

You know you’re the child of a birth worker when….

A couple of my doula friends asked their kiddos what Labor Day is and their responses were adorable.
I asked my 7 year old and she responded:
“When a bunch of women have babies??” ☺️

09/01/2024

My client shared her thoughts with me about her precious newborn:

I was looking at her the other day and I was thinking she’s the love of my life and no matter what happens, no matter how many mistakes she makes, I’ll always love her and nothing would ever break that bond. And, it dawned on me that that’s probably how God feels about us when he created us.
-Kaozong

08/30/2024

Loving this new birth course from Beautiful One Midwifery! I was going through the modules while cutting up pears for preserves. So much great content, then I hear, “at this stage the uterus is the size of a small pear”. So a visual it is. 😊
Let me know if you’re looking for a good course. I have a discount code for you.

https://beautifulonemidwifery.mykajabi.com/a/2147929776/SA43sntL

08/17/2024

This morning as I was heading home to my babies after a busy week of births. I love supporting families. I know what it’s like to raise those littles and be greeted at home with love and support from my own babies all growing up 🥰