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Meet The Owners

Emily Shanks Birth Doula/Childbirth Educator  Renee Dudley CPM-TN/Doula

We are the birth doula and midwife team behind Knoxville’s leading doula agency, built on years of hands-on experience and a shared passion for elevating birth support in our community. What began as two private practices evolved into a powerful partnership—and now, a growing agency where we train and mentor a team of dedicated doulas.

With over 20 years of combined experience, we’ve attended hundreds of births and understand what it takes to provide exceptional, evidence-based care. That same expertise is now the foundation of our doula training and mentorship programs. We’re committed to equipping our doulas with the skills, confidence, and professionalism they need to support families through one of life’s most transformative experiences.

Our mission is simple: to ensure every birthing person in Knoxville has access to consistent, compassionate, and experienced birth support. By investing in our team, we’re investing in the families of our community.

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