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About
Amy’s passion for caregiving started early and grew through years of supporting families as a babysitter, nanny, and now as a postpartum doula. Her journey into birth work deepened as she watched close friends navigate the early days of parenting—experiences that inspired her to become a steady, supportive presence for others during that tender time.
Amy brings a grounding, calm energy to her work, supported by a personal mindfulness practice and bi-weekly work with a meditation coach. She is committed to holding space for new parents with compassion, curiosity, and deep respect for the transformative experience of bringing home a baby.
Before becoming a doula, Amy worked in sustainability and volunteer coordination across Chicago, with a strong focus on food systems and community connection. She’s a proud aunt, avid reader, puzzle-lover, and passionate home cook who believes deeply in the power of nourishment—both emotional and physical.
Education
Wisdom Way First Year Specialist/Postpartum Doula Certification 2025
Infant/Adult CPR Certification 2024
Doulas Packages
Postpartum Care Day Newborn : Finalize Care
Okkanti’s access framework helps pregnant people find their support systems while ensuring fair compensation for doulas. The fees for postpartum support packages are set by the providers you choose, and typically fall in the range of $38 to $50/hour. You’ll be informed of fee structures during your initial consultation, and will sign a contract outlining terms and conditions before finalizing your booking. At the time of booking, a $100 per shift fee will be charged, and the remaining balance billed as agreed in your contract with the provider.
$2500 ($2500 due upfront)
Postpartum Care Overnight Newborn : Finalize Care
Okkanti’s access framework helps pregnant people find their support systems while ensuring fair compensation for doulas. The fees for postpartum support packages are set by the providers you choose, and typically fall in the range of $38 to $50/hour. You’ll be informed of fee structures during your initial consultation, and will sign a contract outlining terms and conditions before finalizing your booking. At the time of booking, a $100 per shift fee will be charged, and the remaining balance billed as agreed in your contract with the provider.
$3000 ($3000 due upfront)
On-Call Sibling Childcare During Labor : Finalize Care
Okkanti’s access framework helps pregnant people find their support systems while ensuring fair compensation for doulas. The fees for this package is set by the providers you choose, and typically fall in the range of $900-2000. You'll be informed of fee structures during your initial consultation and will sign a contract outlining terms and conditions before finalizing your booking. At the time of booking, a $300 fee will be charged, as you schedule a 3 hour visit with the doula to get to know your family, and the remaining balance billed as agreed in your contract with your provider.
$300 ($300 due upfront)
Visits Information
| Free Consultation | 1 hour(s) | |
| Postpartum Care Day Newborn | 4 hour(s) | |
| Postpartum Care Overnight Newborn | 8 hour(s) | |
| On-Call Sibling Childcare During Labor | 3 hour(s) | |