Welcome to Nurturing Your Birth

Hello! My name is Laura Rayford (she/her) and I am a double certified (DONA & Madriella Doula Network) birth doula and certified postpartum doula (Madriella Doula Network) serving Denver & Boulder, Colorado and the surrounding areas. I am passionate about guiding birthing people with nurturing and empowering support; working together towards your ideal birthing experience. I have completed three birth doula trainings. First through Hospital Friendly Doulas (which has allowed me to work as a volunteer doula at Alta Bates Hospital in Berkeley, CA) and then with Sierra Birth Institute (a training approved by DONA) and Madriella Doula Network. All have provided me with invaluable information and numerous tools which allow me to confidently support birthing people and their families.

Prior to working as a doula, I worked as a nanny for 15+ years. I have always been drawn to working closely with families and giving children the best possible care. I find great fulfillment in helping families feel supported, seen and heard as they grow and change.

For me, this naturally led me to doula work, helping new little people be brought into the world by their capable, brave and extraordinary birthing parent. My support carries over into my role as a postpartum doula as well; a role in which I suport new parents as they gain their confidence caring for their new addition.

I am excited and passionate about this work and deeply appreciate your considering inviting me into such a personal and powerful chapter of your life.