Birth Doula and Photographer in Mid-Missouri

Serving Columbia, Jefferson City, Fulton, and surrounding areas

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You deserve to feel supported during your birth, which means being seen, heard, and cared for as a full person who knows their body and values — not just another chart or a checkbox on a protocol. Individualized support honors your unique needs, cultural preferences, and birth choices, adapting flexibly rather than forcing you into a one-size-fits-all system; it empowers you to lead your birth with dignity, safety, and compassion. Your birth story is a powerful and intimate experience, worthy of being captured in a way that reflects the beauty and resilience of your family.

I am Abbey Bartley, and as a birth doula and photographer, I am dedicated to providing compassionate support to pregnant families in Mid-Missouri. Together, we will navigate this incredible journey and capture the beauty of your story.

A Mid-Missouri birth photographer captures an image of a laboring woman being supported while pushing.
A Mid-Missouri birth photographer captures an image of a baby being born with gloved hands catching him
Missouri birth doula and photographer braids hair during contraction
A Missouri birth photographer captures an image of a father joyfully looking at his daughter
A Mid-Missouri birth doula and photographer captures an image of a partner comforting his partner during labor.

My Experience

I am a DONA-trained birth doula with extensive experience as a mother myself and a Master’s in Healthcare Administration. My background enables me to offer a distinct perspective and a diverse set of valuable skills, providing exceptional support to expectant families in and around Columbia, Fulton, and Jefferson City, Missouri.

Areas of expertise include:

  • Birth photography

  • Birth planning and support, whatever the outcome

  • Breastfeeding and/or formula feeding

  • Labor and birthing positions

  • Comfort measures in labor

  • Communication skills

  • Community resources

A Mid-Missouri birth doula and photographer captures an emotional image of a partner being relieved that his son has been born.
A Mid-Missouri birth photographer captures an image of a woman breathing while laboring in the tub.
A Mid-Missouri birth doula and photographer captures an image of a couple joyfully sharing their thoughts about the birth
A Mid-Missouri photographer captures an image of a woman laboring in the tub with her eyes closed and a green tank top.
A Mid-Missouri birth doula and photographer captures an image of a family sharing a special moment right after the baby was born and is laying on his mom's chest
A Mid-Missouri birth photographer captures a laboring woman being supported by her husband while getting out of the tub

Schedule a Consultation

Seeking to embark on this life-changing journey together? Book a consultation now or go to my Contact page to submit a form. I’m excited to connect with you and be a part of your birth!

Schedule a Consultation