Allie Contreras

TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOURSELF

My name is Allie Contreras. I am an army Brat, I was born in Germany and raised in the south and El Paso, TX. I have been a certified Doula since 2022. I am married to my best friend, he is my person, and truly understands and supports our family. We have two amazing kids Evelyn (9) and Logan (6). They are my reason for being and keep me going in life. My hobbies are going to the gym and listening to podcasts and books. I also started Midwifery school May 2023! I love women's health and learning all that I can about it!

HOW DID YOU COME TO DOULA WORK?

I started my journey with birth work in 2007 after watching the Business of Being Born. After two unmedicated births, one home birth myself, my love of birth continued to grow. My midwife and doula showed me what it was to truly mother and mother myself. I overcame Postpartum Anxiety, and looked into what a Doula was and what role they played in the birth team. When my father died in October 2021, I realized how much we truly need to cherish life and to follow our passions. I had been a Cosmetologist and Esthetician for 10 years and finally took the leap into birth work! It has been joyous and eye opening. I truly feel called to this work.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST OR FIND MOST REWARDING ABOUT DOULA WORK?

I feel happiest serving others, and I am very passionate about serving LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC families. I want to emotionally support, because I was not given that. I have worked for rescue missions and the child crisis center. To be able to help a birthing person during the most transformative moments is a privilege.

WHAT ARE YOUR SPECIALTIES OR AREAS OF PARTICULAR PASSION?

I am Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula. I am trained in Spinning Babies, and attended mental health workshops for Postpartum mood disorders. I am also getting certified in baby wearing! I have been a licensed Cosmetologist and Esthetician for 10 years, specializing in hormonal hyperpigmentation and acne. I empathize with Postpartum mamas, and love easing the 4th trimester. Birth is my passion. I love helping guide women both in and out of the hospital, giving them the birth deserve through calm, nurturing, informed support.