Emily Chen
Prenatal Educator & Birth Doula

Emily Chen

Bringing evidence, mindfulness, and bilingual support to every birth journey.

90+
Births Attended
5+
Years Experience
4
Certified

About Emily

Emily Chen is a certified birth doula and childbirth educator who believes deeply in the power of knowledge to transform birth experiences. Her approach combines evidence-based education with mindfulness practices to help families feel truly prepared.

After working in early childhood education, Emily transitioned into perinatal support β€” bringing her gift for teaching and communication to the birth world. She is known for her ability to make complex medical information approachable and to help families navigate decisions with clarity and confidence.

As a Mandarin-English bilingual doula, Emily is particularly passionate about serving families from Asian and immigrant communities who may face language barriers in healthcare settings. She ensures that every family she supports is fully informed and fully seen.

My Philosophy

"Knowledge is one of the greatest gifts I can offer a family. When you understand what is happening and why, fear transforms into trust. My work is to help you build that trust β€” in the process, in your care team, and most importantly, in yourself."

Certifications & Training

  • CLE
  • CBE (ICEA)
  • CD(DONA)
  • CPR Certified

Languages

English Mandarin

Availability

  • Prenatal
  • Birth
  • Daytime Postpartum
  • Overnight Postpartum
  • Virtual Support

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Schedule a free 30-minute introductory call to see if we are the right fit for your family.

Specialties & Skills

Emily's areas of expertise and specialized training.

Prenatal Education
Mindfulness
Emotional Support
4th Trimester
Lactation Support
Bilingual Support
Birth Planning
Evidence-Based Care

What Families Say

"After a difficult first birth, I wanted a completely different experience. Emily helped me process my fears, gave me tools and knowledge I never had before. My second birth was healing, empowering, and exactly what I needed."

Rachel M.

Second-time mom Β· Birth support & prenatal education

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Ready to work together?

Schedule a free 30-minute introductory call to see if we are the right fit for your family.