Hi! I’m Suzanne Ledbetter (she/her). Thanks for stopping by.
I believe every family should have the freedom to birth, feed, and parent in a way that suits them best. Every parent and partner deserves support for their individual choices, whether that’s through fertility treatments, pregnancy loss, pregnancy, birth, or the postpartum period. I’m here to offer guidance and support throughout whichever journey you are on.
I believe there are many paths to a successful birth, and my role is to help you discover what success looks like for you and assist you in achieving it. My goal is to provide you with the knowledge and support necessary to make your ideal birthing experience a reality.
I spent the first 20 years of parenthood navigating challenges such as male infertility, significant preterm labor, bedrest, intrahepatic cholestasis, preeclampsia, premature babies, breastfeeding issues, Sensory Disorder, Airway Disorders, Sleep Apnea, Autism, Learning Disorders, ADHD, and supporting LGBTQ family members.
As my family found stability amidst the chaos, I was able to focus on my growing passion for supporting others. In 2017, I attended my first birth as a photographer for a friend. The experience was profound, and I realized that this was my true calling, shaped by all that life had taught me.
I started my journey as a birth photographer in 2017 and soon trained as a doula with Big Belly Services, quickly discovering my true passion for this work.
Each birth leaves me fulfilled, knowing I’ve supported a family in their choices. Though it can be exhausting with long days, my dedication comes from providing the stability I wished for as a new parent.
I cherish being present for my clients not only during the joyful and amazing moments but also through the challenging times filled with tears. While many hire me for “the big day,” I am there to offer support through the unexpected days they didn’t realize they’d need help with.
As of 2024, I am honored to have supported over 250 births. I have attended home, birth center and hospital births. I have supported medicated and unmedicated births, losses, terminations, high-risk pregnancies and deliveries, multiples, VBAC, cholestasis, preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, elective and unplanned cesareans, birth moms over 40, IVF, surrogacy and adoption, high anxiety/depression, teen parents, single parents, complex situations, and more.
When I’m not attending births, I’m a mom to three amazing adult sons, each of whom fills me with immense pride for the adults they’ve become. I’ve been happily married to my husband for over 25 years; he’s a Registered Nurse Manager who fully supports my on-call lifestyle. We enjoy traveling, hiking, and playing games together as a family. Our household is completed by several pets, including an autism service dog.
A lighthouse serves as a navigational guide during rough waters, and stands quietly as reassurance through calm seas. It is built for stability, impact, and strength, always ready to provide light when needed. These qualities reflect my work as a doula, where I offer unwavering support and guidance through every stage of your journey.
Neonatal Resuscitation Certification
PALS Certification
DONA Certification
DONA-Approved enCircle Birth Doula Training — Big Belly Services
Advanced Doula Training: B.R.A.S. (Breastfeeding Resources Applications and Skills for Doulas)
Advanced Doula Training: Supporting Families in Grief
“I do not care what kind of birth you have…a homebirth, scheduled cesarean, epidural hospital birth, or if you birth alone in the woods next to baby deer. I care that you had options, that you were supported in your choices, and that you were respected.”
Serving the greater Puget Sound area in western Washington including Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond, Covington, Maple Valley, Auburn, Tacoma, Puyallup, Olympia, Lacey, Lakewood, Burien, Issaquah, Renton, Sammamish, North Bend, Enumclaw, Black Diamond, Queen Anne, Edmonds, Shoreline, and Kirkland.