Birth & Postpartum Support for Mothers Who Don’t Want to Do It Alone
Christ-centered doula care to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered—from pregnancy through postpartum.
Your birth and postpartum season is sacred. At Little Flower Birth Services, I walk beside you with emotional, physical, and spiritual support—so you don’t have to navigate this journey alone.
“It is not good for man to be alone.”
Welcome, I’m Melanie Powell
When I was pregnant, I did everything I was told to do.
We took the hospital classes. We prepared for birth.
But no one explained how labor actually works.
No one prepared me for postpartum.
And no one told me how critical support really is.
I entered motherhood overwhelmed and unsupported—and learned the hard way that motherhood was never meant to be done alone.
Little Flower Birth Services exists so other mothers don’t have to learn that lesson through burnout or isolation.
““The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and He helps me.” ”
For Mothers Who Want to Feel Prepared—Not Overwhelmed
You don’t need to wait until you’re struggling to deserve support.
You don’t need to do everything alone to be strong.
Preparation isn’t just for birth.
It’s for postpartum, too.
And you matter just as much as your baby.
Free Guide: What I Wish I’d Known Before Birth & Postpartum
If you’re pregnant and wondering what postpartum will really be like, this free guide is for you.
Inside, you’ll learn:
What often gets missed in birth preparation
Why postpartum support is so important
How to reframe asking for help as strength
What I wish I’d known before becoming a mother
Birth & Postpartum Support Services
Little Flower Birth Services offers compassionate, faith-centered support for mothers before and after birth.
Whether you’re seeking education, presence, or postpartum care, support can make all the difference
All-Inclusive Birth & Postpartum Plan
4 childbirth education classes
3 prenatal visits
Ongoing messaging support during business hours
Continuous presence during labor & birth
Postpartum support for up to 6 weeks (billed hourly)
Starting at $1,300 for prenatal care, childbirth education, and birth support.
Postpartum care is billed at $25/hour.
Childbirth Education Classes
8-Week Christ-Centered Childbirth Education Series
Learn what to expect in labor, understand interventions and your rights, explore comfort measures and positions, and prepare your heart and mind for a faith-filled birth.
Investment: $300 for the full 8-week series..
Postpartum Doula Support
Gentle, hands-on support in your home as you recover, bond with your baby, and adjust to your new rhythm—day or night.
Daytime Support: $350/week
Nighttime Support: $650/week
(Offered in 6-week packages).
WHAT HOSPITAL BIRTH CLASSES DON’T TEACH
Most birth education focuses on interventions and procedures.
Very little prepares mothers for:
How labor unfolds physiologically
The emotional and mental transition into motherhood
Postpartum recovery and adjustment
The role of ongoing support and community
Education matters—but education alone is not enough.
Why Birth & Postpartum Support Matters
Postpartum is one of the most significant transitions in a woman’s life.
When mothers are unsupported, they are more likely to feel:
Overwhelmed
Anxious
Isolated
Unprepared
Support doesn’t remove every challenge—but it changes the entire experience.
Support Rooted in Experience, Faith, and Community
I’m Melanie, a doula who does this work because I once needed it myself.
I struggled with postpartum anxiety and overwhelm after entering motherhood without support. Finding care changed my entire outlook—and showed me that support is not weakness.
It is often how God provides.
My approach is:
Faith-centered, not preachy
Grounded in lived experience
Focused on both birth and postpartum
Rooted in compassion and community
“My people perish for lack of knowledge”
“Come to me, all who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest”
“Two are better than one… If one falls, the other lifts them up”
Christ-Centered, Compassion-Driven Care
At Little Flower Birth Services, your story is held with reverence. I provide:
Emotional support rooted in prayer and encouragement
Practical tools for comfort, advocacy, and informed consent
Gentle education on breastfeeding, newborn care, and postpartum recovery
Space to process fears, hopes, and expectations through a faith-filled lens
Together, we remember that God is near, your body was wonderfully made for this moment, and you are never walking alone.
Melanie's Daddy class was great! She was really well-prepared and answered all the questions I had.
She covered a bunch of different topics and explained everything clearly. It was also super helpful that she shared the material ahead of time—it made it a lot easier to take notes and keep up.
Words from Families I have Served
“Highly recommend Melanie! She is incredibly caring, compassionate, and brings her heart into the work that she does. She is knowledgeable and equipped with so many ways to comfort and care for the new mom and baby! Do your family a favor if you need support for birth or postpartum, and connect with her!”
“Melanie was professional, knowledgeable, and supportive throughout our interactions. Her calm presence, helpful guidance, and clear communication comes across well. Highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a reliable and caring birth doula.”
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