Seattle Doula & Birth Photographer

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Birth is unlike any other life experience. The process of growing and birthing a baby challenges and transforms you. It's a journey that is best traveled with a guide and witness who will accompany you through the highs and lows.

That's where I come in.

Meet THE Birth Guide & Story Documentor

Hi, I’m Ashley (she/her)

Birth Doula, Ashley Weyers, holding her camera

Doula. Advocator. Educator. I am a Seattle-area certified doula supporting families and documenting birth stories throughout north King and Snohomish Counties. 

Rove Perinatal Services was born out of a deep passion to do better by birthing people and families. I have supported over 150 births, with each one teaching me a new lesson that I carry forward through the others to come. 

When you choose me as your doula, you are choosing someone who will provide compassionate listening, evidence-based information, and constant encouragement. I am here to make sure you feel informed, respected, and safe as you welcome your baby into the world.

In addition to providing doula support, I also provide professional birth photography to document your birth experience. Birth is life’s greatest story and your birth gallery will be a reminder of your strength and bravery for the rest of your life. 

This journey is unlike any other. Growing and birthing a baby is a challenge that will completely transform you. You deserve a doula who will stand beside you as you courageously author your story. 

Let’s walk this together.

Laboring person in deep squat holding arms of support person during contraction

Your birth matters.

The care you receive prenatally, during childbirth, and postpartum matters. You will carry this experience forward into the rest of your life; Into your baby’s life.

You deserve to feel safe, respected, and heard. Rove Perinatal Services’ mission is to ensure this happens while capturing the magic of your birth story through photographs you will cherish forever.

Open eyed newborn baby held in arms of parent

Services

  • In-person doula support from pregnancy, through labor and birth, and into postpartum

  • 3 prenatal and 2 postpartum visits in your home or via Zoom

  • Evidence-based information to help you feel empowered and confident

  • Continuous physical, emotional, and informational support at your birth location of choice

  • Photography to document your unique birth experience and story including labor, birth, and first moments with your baby

New parents holding and meeting their new baby immediately after birth

“Ashley was so helpful in getting us prepared for the birthing experience. We met 3 times before the birth & it was always a great experience. She offered vital support during an important time in our lives by providing resources, answering questions, ensuring we felt prepared & generally being nurturing & kind. I highly recommend Ashley if you're looking for a doula. We are so thankful for this lovely experience & getting to work with such an amazing doula and human being.”

- Lauren and Vincent

Why Hire a Doula?

The presence of a doula at your birth offers numerous benefits such as:

More positive birth outcomes: Numerous studies show that having a doula present during labor statistically results in shorter labors, less need for pain-relief medication, fewer medical interventions, and a lower chance of an unplanned C-section.

Prenatal and Postpartum support: In addition to continuous support during labor, I also provide valuable support before and after birth. Should you have any questions or need a referral, I am available by phone/text/email with informational and emotional support as needed. Our prenatal and postpartum sessions ensure you have all the resources and preparation necessary to confidently enter your birthing and parenting journey. Having a doula on your birth team means you have access to an experienced birth professional whenever you need to consult or get support.

Newborn baby nursing in hospital while parents hold hands

The presence of a doula enhances your partner or support person’s experience and offers them flexibility during labor. I can teach and guide them in providing effective hands-on techniques. My presence also gives them the opportunity to take breaks. Meanwhile, you will still have continuous support.

More positive birth experience: Regardless of the type of birth you are planning, the presence of a doula can be beneficial. My primary role is to help you feel safe, supported, informed, and heard throughout the process.

New parent holding newborn baby in hospital operating room

Praise for Ashley

  • “We absolutely loved working with Ashley for the birth of our second child. She put my mind at ease throughout my pregnancy and had a wealth of knowledge, resources, tips, and tools to prepare myself for birth. I had some trauma to resolve from my previous birth and Ashley was also a huge help and provided me with some tools to find someone to work through that. She took newborn photos for us that were so beautiful! I would recommend her to anyone who is looking for an evidence-based, supportive, compassionate, and thoughtful doula to enhance their birth experience.”

    -Ivy

  • “It is not an exaggeration to say that Ashley is largely responsible for my positive birth experience and the healing that has come with it. Ashley is kind, warm, down-to-earth, funny, competent, and incredibly knowledgeable about the birth industry. I will be recommending her to every pregnant person in my circle!”

    - Brittan

  • “Ashley was supportive, gave great advice, and helped me navigate what my goals were, how my mental health was, and what my options were. She was our rock and sounding board. She helped us as our advocate in the OR (and preparation for) after we decided on planning a c-section and it was a BEAUTIFUL experience I never knew I could have on an operating table. Hands down, hiring Ashley was the smartest thing we did before the birth and I would absolutely recommend her to any birthing person. Thank you, Ashley!!”

    -Stephanie

  • “We wanted to work with a doula because we are first-time parents and wanted to try to have as natural a birth experience as possible and knew we would need support to do this. She is great with communication and helped us prepare during the prenatal visits. During labor she was amazing - she has a calm, reassuring presence that was so helpful. She helped me position myself so I could rest during early labor while continuing to progress. She was incredibly thoughtful and attentive during the whole labor process.”

    -Marion

Prepare for your journey with steady and dependable support.

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