Heather Leggett

Heather is a labor and postpartum doula, as well as a certified lactation counselor, committed to supporting mothers and newborns with compassion and expertise.

Certified by A Woman Who Serves doula training in 2023, Heather provides continuous care through every stage of pregnancy—from prenatal guidance to labor support and the postpartum period.

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My Story

My name is Heather and being a Birth and Postpartum Doula is so much more than a job to me. It’s a passion, a calling and a dedication. Before becoming a doula, I found myself captivated by my friends' birth stories! I have two children who are now married. So, when our “nest” was empty, I completed my doula certification to serve women in birth and postpartum.

I truly believe that birth is a unique experience in every way! I also believe that every mom deserves to feel encouraged and empowered through every step. I'm ready to walk this journey with mothers, from words of affirmation to massaging mom's feet. Every mom is different, so every mom’s birth experience is going to be exclusive to her.

As a birth doula, I offer emotional, physical, and educational support. We will have two prenatal meetings together where your birth wishes will be discussed, a plan will be made, and you will be familiar with comfort measures in preparation for your birth. I will educate Mom and partner to work together with me there as well for support. I will hold space for your vulnerable moments, encouraging you every step of the way! To welcome your baby home, I will bring you warm meal and lactation treats at our postpartum visit.

In postpartum work, I enjoy nurturing not only the newborn and mother but also help to create a calm, supported household environment. I will help with baby's feeding needs, hygiene, take care of mom, do light household work, and anything that supports Mom resting and baby's optimal growth. If you are breastfeeding, I will provided my certified lactation support for your success. I can prepare meals in your home as I believe nutrition is a key to a healthy family both emotionally and physically. My care for the whole mom is a reminder that you are not alone, and I love serving you!

I live in Rock Spring, Georgia with my husband Bill of 33 years. As I look back over the years, being a wife and mom has been the most fulfilling thing I have ever done! When I'm not supporting a mom in birth or during her postpartum season, you might find me hiking with Bill or enjoying a coffee shop with a new book. Quality time with my two grown children and their spouses is priceless!

Whether your plan is a hospital birth or a home birth, I will be committed to providing you with support.

When you hire me as your Doula:

I will meet with you at 34 weeks to discuss your birth plan and a myriad of other information.
I will meet with you at 36 weeks in your home and we will discuss navigating your labor with comfort measures and pain management.

I am available for texts and phone calls from 6:00 am until 9:00 pm. At your 38 week mark, I'm available 24/7!
When baby decides it's time, I'll join you at the hospital when you need me. I'll stay one to two hours after baby arrives.
You'll have one postpartum visit with me after you're home and settled. At which time I'll bring yummy and healing treats.

Heather's Services

Birth Doula

Postpartum Doula

Contact

bhleggett@comcast.net

423-653-9939

Pricing

$1200 Doula Services
$35/hour Postpartum Services

Heather was an incredible support throughout our birth and postpartum journey. Her calming presence, deep expertise, and genuine compassion made all the difference. She helped us feel confident and cared for during labor and was a steady, reassuring guide in those early newborn days. Her lactation support was invaluable, and her emotional care meant so much. We’re so grateful for Heather and can’t recommend her enough!

McKenzie

Heather was absolutely wonderful. She did an amazing job helping me throughout my birth and was supportive the entire process leading up to birth. My birth experience was so rewarding because I had her help. In the hospital Heather did a great job advocating for me at times when my husband and I felt awkward or like we couldn't. For example, there was a time when I was 37/38/39 weeks pregnant (can't remember exactly how far along I was) and I had left a doctor's visit (not with my scheduled doctor) where the doctor was questioning how long my doctor would allow me to progress before inducing. This doctor kept bringing up how having this baby in the current calendar year would yield a particular tax break and how since it was close to the Christmas holiday that induction dates were filling up fast so I should at least schedule a date in case the baby doesn't come on their own. Leaving this conversation I felt high anxiety and a lot of pressure to do something and make a decision that I wanted to avoid. I called Heather and she was able to help me calmly think through the situation and encourage me not to be bullied when in reality I still had a lot of time for my baby to come naturally (which she did ). I am thankful that Heather took my call and talked to me in this moment because I could have made a decision that was against my birth plan and that would have made me feel terrible. Another example, when I arrived at the hospital, I was 5cm dilated and the admitting nurse would not confirm if I was staying or not (maybe this was protocol). The nurse was talking in very vague unsettling terms each time she came to check me. However, Heather kept asking the tough question and kept explaining the logic of me leaving in my current condition may result in me dilating quickly upon my departure and the concerns around that. I appreciated Heather doing this for me as it was frustrating to have the nurse ignore my current state (at least that's what it felt like she as doing).

As the labor progressed Heather was there every step of the way supporting me. She made the room extremely relaxing by setting up her diffuser, adding tea lights and putting positive affirmations around the room . Each contraction in my natural birth was hard and I appreciated Heather being there to physically and mentally support me. She was even a support to my husband in guiding him in how he could physically help me with a contraction . I also loved that she gave suggestions on switching positions. At times I felt frozen in the pain of it all so it was nice to have someone reminding me that trying other options works in my favor. Throughout the process Heather laughed with me and my husband and that was nice we had such a natural connection with her I think that is truly one of her super powers being able to connect with a family in that way. Also, whenever she came to visit, she was very intentionally about making my eldest daughter feel incorporated in the process. I really appreciated that. Overall, I cannot imagine having gotten through this natural birth without Heather and I am so thankful that we came across her profile. One thing I wish I had learned more about in this process was what I needed to do to preserve my placenta. It wasn't until I was in delivery that I learned I need a cooler, someone to take it offsite; etc. In retrospect, I wish I had asked more questions about this topic and/or more literature was provided on what I needed to do to make that aspect a success for my delivery. Regardless, I would not have traded this experience with Heather for anything. She will always hold a special place in my and my families heart for the service she provided to us.

Thank you,

Lauren Bach