Birth Doula and Photographer in Mid-Missouri

Serving Columbia, Jefferson City, Fulton, and surrounding areas

You deserve a childbirth experience that honors your unique values, empowering you to feel prepared and confident as you embark on this transformative journey. With personalized support tailored to your needs, you will be able to approach birth with a deep sense of strength and assurance. Your birth story is a powerful and intimate experience, worthy of being captured and celebrated 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. Let’s celebrate the arrival of your little one and create lasting memories along the way.

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

With my extensive experience as a mother myself, rigorous DONA training, and a Master’s in Healthcare Administration, I offer a distinct perspective and a diverse set of valuable skills to provide exceptional support to expectant families in and around Columbia, Fulton, and Jefferson City, Missouri.

Areas of expertise include:

  • Birth photography

  • Birth planning

  • 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 beautiful 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 special experience!