Jillian Bretz: Birth & Beyond Doula Services

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Jillian Bretz: Birth & Beyond Doula Services

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Serving growing families in New Hanover County, Brunswick, Pender and Onslow Counties. Serving growing families in New Hanover County, Brunswick and Pender Counties.

09/04/2025

August theme: Babies do what they want to! Some of these sweet babes came early, some came quickly, and some came quite late.

I made it over to Iceland to explore the southern coast, hung out in some lovely lagoons, and saw puffins 😍

Came home to some of those wild August babes who kept their mamas guessing what they would do :)

turns TWO this month, which is so incredible to think about. and I love offering these classes and getting to know all the sweet badasses who join us. Our next and final round for 2025 starts next week and we’re really looking forward to it.

08/02/2025

July recap - it was another 3 baby week for me this past month, with each babe taking their turn on their own day 😅😅😅

One of the exciting things about July was I worked with my first 3rd time client 💓💓💓
It’s always so lovely to work with repeat families - I get to work with some incredible humans!

I’ve enjoyed some unexpected time off, had some sweet beach days with the kiddos - which some of them liked more than others - and even made it to a sunrise with one of my bigs. The sweetest!

Now the wait for the August babes begins…

07/11/2025

May-June recap: May brought some very special births before I made it to CO to explore Rocky Mountain NP. Also got to see one of my favorites - Lord Huron - at Red Rocks 😍

All my babies waited for me and I arrived home for a 3 baby week with 2 born on the same day! (Yes, I made it to all of them, with the ever appreciated and much loved support of 💓💓💓)

Got to enjoy a few weeks off call - a rarity these days! And I’m now thrilled to be back at it, waiting on these July babes.

For those of you who may be considering a consult with me…my updated availability is one spot remaining for October 2025 and I’m currently interviewing for February 2026 EDD’s and beyond.

Also, in case you haven’t heard, our fall series of is now booking as well!

07/09/2025

✨Doula clients, this one’s for you!
If you’re working with me —or hoping to—you’ll want in on this 💓

How to Birth Like a Badass isn’t just a childbirth class. It’s a game-changer for folks who want to feel deeply prepared, connected, and confident before labor even begins.

When my doula clients take this class, they walk into birth with:
💪 Hands-on skills + partner drills we simply don’t have time for in prenatal visits
🧠 A deeper understanding of birth options + decision-making under pressure
💛 A supportive community of other parents-to-be
💬 Shared language and aligned expectations with me as your doula

You’ll get evidence-based info, postpartum prep, advocacy tools, and space to ask real questions. And the best part? It’s fun. And meaningful. And really works.

📅 Class Dates: September 11, 18, 25 & October 2 (Thursdays)
⏰ 6–8:30 PM
📍 The Cargo District, Wilmington NC
Spots are filling fast—if you’re on my doula calendar, or are thinking about booking, this is your sign. Let’s walk into your birth experience with even more trust, tools, and connection.
DM to save your seat!

05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day to those with babes in arms, those with babies held in hearts, those who are in the thick of it, and to all those who have mothered us.

It’s been a 2 baby week for me this week!! Happy Mother’s Day to those sweet mamas, and to all the sweet mamas I’ve supported. My love to you all 💓

When thinking about how I wanted my weekend to look, I really wanted to do something that felt joyful and connected with my kiddos - enter the Forced Family Fun era with some teens - while they were reluctant to join, we all made it onto the floor! Thrilled to say that we all felt the sweet connection that I was seeking - may you all feel that in your day today 💗💗💗

03/24/2025

Eight years!!! I can hardly believe it. What started as a heart-calling to support birthing families has grown into something beyond what I could have imagined 💗💗💗

In these 8 years, I’ve witnessed strength that leaves me speechless, held space for moments that change lives, and learned more from the families I’ve served than I could ever put into words. Every birth, every connection, and every experience has shaped the doula—and the person—I am today.

To my clients who’ve trusted me, my mentors who’ve guided me, and this incredible birth community that continues to inspire me—THANK YOU! Your stories, your resilience, and your trust mean everything.

And what says Happy Eight Years of Doula’ing like these GF ice cream nachos from ?!

Here’s to continuing to hold space, witness power, and serve with my whole heart for many more years to come. ✨

Tell me, friends—what’s your go-to ice cream flavor? I might need to mix it up for my next celebration!

03/11/2025

✨ Hello friends! It’s been a while…
I’ve been soaking up life outside of this little app, but I’m feeling the pull to step back in—to build community, share insight, and connect with the incredible folks navigating pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

If you’re new here (or if it’s been a minute), I’m Jillian, a birth doula and photographer offering inclusive, whole-person support. My approach is grounded in evidence, compassion, and deep trust in the power you already hold. I don’t empower you—you find your power, and I have the honor of witnessing it.

I’d love to hear from you! If you’re expecting, tell me: ✨ What’s something you’re feeling excited about? ✨ What’s something you’re feeling unsure about?
Let’s open the conversation. I’m so glad to be here with you again. 💛

02/17/2025

Thrilled to share - it’s that time again!
is back, and I couldn’t be more excited to team up once again with Kenna Brooke of Sol Haven Birth Services to bring you this incredible birth class series 💓
If you’re expecting and want to feel informed, prepared, and truly supported, this class is for you. We’ll dive into:
✨ Evidence-based birth education
✨ Hands-on comfort measures
✨ Real talk about options, advocacy, and navigating birth with confidence
✨ A space to ask all the questions—judgment-free
📅 April 30, May 7, 14, & 21
⏰ 6–8:30 PM
📍 The Cargo District, Wilmington, NC
We love getting to know the folks in these classes, and every time, we leave feeling inspired by the strength and connection built in the room. If you’re ready to step into birth feeling confident and prepared, join us!

DM to signup 🙌

06/16/2024

To the dads: Happy Father's Day!

06/15/2024

Those firsts though 😍

06/06/2024

with Dad

06/03/2024

There is always a moment of awe that I have in the birth space. This was one of them. This badass right here had labored and labored and she was so very tired. We discovered that there was just a little more work to do, and she hopped right on up and DID IT. And look at that partner in it with her too! 😍

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Wilmington, NC
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http://www.jillianbretzdoula.com/

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