Birth prepared, supported, and ready

Whole-person birth preparation and doula care with a balanced, evidence-based approach in Salt Lake County, Utah

Birth Prepared, Supported, and Ready

Whole-person birth preparation and doula care with a balanced, evidence-based approach

Serving families in Salt Lake County, UT and surrounding areas

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Walk into birth prepared—not scared.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by extreme messages—“all natural” vs. “fully medical,” rigid plans vs. fear-based decisions—you’re not alone.

You deserve balanced evidence-based doula support that honors your values, your body, and your unique birth experience.

I provide calm, flexible doula care in Salt Lake County and surrounding Utah communities, so you can navigate pregnancy, labor, and postpartum with clarity and confidence.


This is for you if…

  • You don’t fit neatly into “all natural” or “fully medical” categories

  • You want a birth that honors physiology and uses medical support

  • You believe every birth deserves preparation and you’re ready, and able, to prepare your body and mind

This may not be the right fit if…

  • You’re looking for a one-size-fits-all approach to birth

  • You prefer clear-cut rules over a flexible, responsive plan

  • You’re not looking for hands-on preparation or deeper support

Choose Your Level of Support

Basic Birth Package

Prenatal Support
Session 1: Birth planning, navigating common birth disruptions, and foundational education
Session 2: Partner training, comfort measures, and position changes
Planned cesarean? This session shifts to recovery prep and education

On-Call Care
• On-call starting at 38 weeks

Communication
• Unlimited text, phone, and email support
• Available 9am–9pm

Labor Support
• Continuous, in-person labor support
• Seamless care with a rotating backup doula (every 8–12 hours) so you are never without support

Postpartum
• One postnatal check-in

Extras
• Access to lending library
• Complimentary digital handouts (pregnancy, birth, postpartum, breastfeeding, newborn care)

Optional: Full Birth Course Intentional Birth $150

Comprehensive Birth Package

Includes everything in the Basic Package, plus:

Two Additional Prenatal Sessions
• Preparing mind + body for birth, fear processing
• Postpartum planning + perinatal mental health awareness

AND

Full Birth Course Included: Intentional Birth

*This is the package I want every mama to have!*

Comprehensive Birth +

Early Parenting Prep

Includes everything in the Comprehensive Package, plus:

Two Additional Prenatal Support
• Breastfeeding education + hands-on practice with lactation tools
• Infant sleep foundations (realistic, evidence-based expectations)

AND

Full Birth Course Included: Intentional Birth

Why Birthing Brave

  • Balanced approach
    What’s right for you is considered first and foremost, without pressure

  • Education + real-time support
    You’ll understand your options and have support navigating them in the moment

  • Flexible, real-life birth support
    I am here for you, through all the twists and turns in birth

  • This isn’t about achieving a “perfect” birth.
    How your baby is born is less important than a positive experience

A pregnant woman with long, braided brown hair outside near a river, holding an ultrasound against her chest, smiling and looking to the side.

About Birthing Brave

Hi, I’m Sarah, Full Spectrum Doula and owner of Birthing Brave!

I’m a firm believer that experience (how you feel) matters more than outcome (unmedicated, vaginal, cesarean).

Trauma is less likely to occur when you feel safe, supported, heard, and in control of your decisions.

I fell in love with birth during my first pregnancy. I spent hundred of hours learning everything I could about birth physiology, complications, and interventions. This knowledge became invaluable when during a 34 hour labor I encountered many of the challenges I had studied. The first day of labor was powerful and beautiful. But as complications began to pile up during that second day, I found myself feeling increasingly unsupported emotionally and mentally.

I knew that I wanted to change things for other women. I wanted them to feel the same strength and power - while also experiencing steady, informed support.

I truly believe in the incredible physiological process of birth - and I truly believe in the miracle that is modern medicine - not just for life saving properties, but also for convenience and comfort. I also believe that all women deserve prenatal education, when it comes to birth, as well as in-person support.

My goal as a birthworker is simple: to help women feel informed through prenatal education, supported during their birth, and in control of their decision making—so their birth experience feels empowering, no matter the outcome.

Past Client Experiences

“Having Sarah as my doula has been the BEST decision I had EVER made!

Even though I was pregnant with my 3rd child, I had some fears and concerns that I didn’t want to happen again and she helped me get through the whole process! We talked about ways what we could do differently this round and how to overcome those fears!

She is very informative, knowledgeable, helpful and is very passionate about what she does! I never had a birthing experience quite like this before!

Because of Sarah, I was able to have the BEST, smooth and most positive experience I’ve ever had (before, during and after) giving birth!

If I decide to have more kids down the road, Sarah is my go-to girl! I would hire her again in a heartbeat! Thank you for everything Sarah! 💕”

-Tracey S

“On my second birth but learned so much. Sarah was really great at pointing me in the right direction for information and giving me points to think about, nutrition to take and excises to do to make birth easier. So happy to have worked with Sarah! Would highly recommend!”

Dani P.

  • MaternityWise International (2025)

    • Labor Doula

    • EpiDoula (Epidural Doula)

    • Postpartum Doula

    • Lactation Support & Educator

      “Understanding Birth” Certificate — InJoy (2025)

      Built to Birth Course — Bridget Teyler (2024)

      Hypnobabies 6-Week Self-Study Course (2022)

Training and Experience

  • Pelvic Floor Courses — Down There Doc (2022):

    • Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum

  • Stillbirth Training —

    • IMPROVE-USA: Improving Quality of Care Around Stillbirth & Newborn Death (2025)

    • Stillbirth Symposium 2025: Closing the Gaps

  • Infant, Child, Adult CPR, AED and First Aid Certification

  • Evidence Based Birth® Certificates (2025):

    • Failure to Progress

    • Due Dates and Advanced Maternal Age

    • Premature Rupture of Membranes, GBS, and Newborn Procedures

    • Macrosomnia and Gestational Diabetes

    • VBAC

    • Postpartum Hemorrhage

    • Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I do not currently accept insurance. However, I strongly believe doula support should be accessible. If cost is a barrier, I offer flexible options below.

  • Yes. Options include:
    • Free birth course (for families needing light support)
    • 30% off + free course for students/lower-income families
    • Pay-what-you-can options
    • Service trades in certain situations

  • Honestly, probably! I personally do not serve families who choose a wild pregnancy/freebirth (no medical interventions or personel at the birth). Beyond that, I have experience with induction, epidural, unmedicated, and waterbirth. If you are planning a C-Section let me know and I will adjust my services to best fit your needs.

  • Yes! While I am not specifically trained in neurodivergence, I tend to get along well with people on the neurodivergent spectrum. If you have any specific sensory or communication needs, please let me know!

  • Yes!!! My bachelors degree is in Family Studies: Family Services so I have a good understanding of how trauma affects the body and mind, as well as having my own trauma background. I am a big advocate of perinatal mental health, and give each of my clients a packet of perinatal resources. I always ask for consent before touch.

  • Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving.

Reach out!

I’d love to hear from you. I offer free, no-pressure consult calls to see if we’re a good fit, or to learn more about my services!

I serve Salt Lake County and surrounding areas: Farmington, Bluffdale, Riverton, South Jordan, Midvale, Draper, Kearns, Taylorsville, Sandy, Murray, West Valley, Herriman, Lehi, Pleasant Grove, American Fork, Provo, etc.

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