Certifications and Experience…

  • Previously worked in the field of social work

  • Worked as a Nanny

  • Certified Birth Doula Harbor Birth Institute (HBI)

  • Certified Postpartum Doula Harbor Birth Institute (HBI)

  • Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula Trainer (HBI)

  • Spinning babies certified

  • Trained in Rebozo and Peanut Ball

  • OR Certified at St Thomas Midtown

  • Mother of 4

Sarah grew up just south of Nashville in Shelbyville, Tennessee. She has always had the desire to serve children and families. From a young age she served families both locally and globally doing mission work. In high school she worked with children in after school programs, and worked as a nanny throughout college.

Many life experiences eventually lead her down the path of becoming a social worker. Empowering and educating others is something Sarah feels very passionate about, and it wasn’t until she hired a doula for her first pregnancy that she realized the choices she had for her labor. She became enthralled with the entire birth process and felt very called to help other mamas understand their options as well, so they too can make informed decisions. Sarah also loved the support she was given throughout her labor and the way her doula empowered her husband to feel more confident and supportive through the entire birth process.

Sarah began her journey to becoming a doula after the birth of her first son. Her solo practice Empowered Beginnings was formed, and she has enjoyed serving families ever since. It is her desire to support the birth of each individual mother, and to inform couples of their options so they can make an educated decision together about the vision for their birth.

Sarah is certified as a labor and birth doula through Harbor Birth Institute, and is certified in Spinning Babies techniques. She is also a very compassionate and encouraging postpartum doula and enjoys helping new Moms in this season of life.

Aside from her work as a doula, Sarah is happily married to her high school sweet heart, and is the mother of 4 young children. She enjoys live music, food trucks, singing, learning about holistic medicinal alternatives, mission work, and spending time with her family.

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“I truly can’t say enough about Sarah. She was my saving grace throughout pregnancy, labor, and delivery. After experiencing false labor twice, I was ready to meet my baby boy—Sarah was a constant support, helping break my labor with exercises and stretches, and guiding me when it mattered most.

She arrived at the hospital soon after we did and was such a blessing to my husband and me. As first-time parents planning a natural birth, we didn’t know what to expect. Sarah explained every stage of labor and provided unwavering physical and mental support—often anticipating my needs before I did.

I labored for 29 hours, the hardest thing I've ever done. Without Sarah, I truly don’t think I could have had the delivery I hoped for. She met all my needs, made me feel secure, and empowered my husband to support me confidently. We will forever appreciate her kindness and support—and she will definitely be our doula for future babies.”
— Alysha W.


Sarah was wonderful! She was kind and patient while also encouraging me to try different positions to progress my labor. I would (and have!) recommend NDS to all pregnant women!!

-Lauren L.

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