Birth Doula & Education | Knoxville, TN + Virtual
Birth + Postpartum Doula | Birth Class in Knoxville, TN
Feel Empowered. Feel Prepared. Feel Supported.
Holistic pregnancy & newborn support- from positive test through 4th trimester
Your Path to Empowered Birth & Grounded Postpartum
Right now, you might be feeling a mix of excitement and overwhelm.
Maybe you’re sorting through stacks of advice (some of it conflicting), wondering how to prepare for birth in a way that feels yours, or trying to imagine what life will be like with a newborn. Perhaps you’re already in the thick of it — sleep-deprived, healing, and craving both reassurance and real help.
I see you.
I believe every family deserves someone in their corner — a calm presence who understands that birth and postpartum are life-altering seasons, not just medical events. My role is to help you feel informed, empowered, and grounded, no matter how your journey unfolds.
That’s where I come in
Hi there! I'm Jerika—a full-spectrum doula (birth + postpartum doula), birth + newborn educator, and student midwife offering evidence‑based, holistic support in Knoxville, Alcoa, Maryville, Oak Ridge, Farragut, and surrounding East Tennessee cities (also offering virtual doula services).​
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With years of experience in home birth, hospital birth, and postpartum care, I support families through every phase—from the very first positive pregnancy test all the way through early parenting.
Whether you’re hoping for an unmedicated birth, navigating a planned c-section, recovering postpartum, or preparing for baby #2 (or 5!), my work centers YOU and meets you where you are!​
​Birth + Postpartum Doula,
Birth + Newborn Classes, and Placenta Encapsulation
in Knoxville, Tennessee
How Can I Help?
Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum can feel like a whirlwind—full of questions, excitement, and overwhelm. You deserve more than just checklists and clinical visits. You deserve compassionate, trauma-informed, deeply personalized care rooted in both modern evidence and traditional holistic wisdom.
Pregnancy Support
+ Birth Plan
From early pregnancy through birth, I offer holistic, evidence-based guidance to help you feel confident, informed, and cared for. Whether you need emotional support, practical tips, or birth plan guidance, I’m here every step of the way.
Childbirth, Newborn + Postpartum Classes
Customized classes, workshops, and planning sessions designed to help you understand your options and make empowered decisions. We'll prepare for birth, postpartum, and parenting in a way that feels right for you.
Postpartum Plan
+ Doula Support
Gentle, hands-on help for your recovery and your baby’s adjustment to the world. From newborn care to emotional wellness, I make sure you feel supported, rested, and confident.
Offering both daytime and overnight doula support.
While Grounded Beginnings is my signature package, maybe your journey looks a little different…
​Perhaps your baby is already in your arms, and what you really need is gentle postpartum care.
Or maybe you want a focused birth planning session or a newborn care + safety class to bring clarity and calm before the big day.​
No matter where you are in your journey, you deserve intentional, compassionate guidance.
That’s why I also offer private classes and customized packages with the same warmth, expertise, and holistic approach.
​​Whether you choose the complete Grounded Beginnings experience or just the pieces that fit your current season, my role is the same—to meet you where you are, walk alongside you, and help you feel prepared, supported, and grounded in your own journey.
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Because it’s not just about having a baby—it’s about feeling seen, heard, and supported through one of the biggest transitions of your life.
You’ll leave our time together not just informed, but truly grounded.
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Reach out today, and let’s begin shaping the support that feels right for you.
- Jerika
Grounded Beginnings - Signature Package
"Everything but the birth"
A Glimpse at What You Get:
You’re not just paying for hours—you’re investing in connection, preparation, and your emotional well-being as you transition into parenthood.
Your peace of mind is worth investing in.
Invest in your healing, bonding, and peace of mind- I'll take care of the rest!
