Maria (Mira) Bogushevich

Birth & Postpartum Doula
St. Louis, Missouri
27 years of experience
About me

Preparing for birth can feel overwhelming — especially when so much feels unknown. Many women carry quiet fears about labor, the hospital, pain, and whether they will feel safe, supported, and truly heard during the experience. My name is Mira, and I provide continuous emotional and physical support throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. My role is not to replace medical care, but to walk beside you through this important transition — helping you feel calmer, more informed, and more connected to yourself along the way. Birth is not only about what happens medically. It is also about how you feel while it is happening. You deserve to feel supported, respected, and not alone in the process. I stay with you through the intensity, the uncertainty, the emotions, and the powerful moments in between — offering guidance, reassurance, comfort, and steady support step by step. As a mother of five, I understand how deeply important it is to feel safe, cared for, and emotionally held during this time. If you’re pregnant and searching for more support, guidance, or reassurance, I offer free consultations to help you explore whether we would be a good fit to work together.

Education

Master’s in Prenatal Psychology — Russia (2018)

Master's in Arts (2000)

Certification and training

Birth Doula Certification DONA (2025)

Birth Doula Certification Doula Link (2022)

Postpartum Doula Certification Doula Link (2022)

Birth Educator Certification Doula LInk (2022)

Memberships and affiliations

DONA

Specialties
Birth and Lactation Birth Doula Birth Support Birth Trauma Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Childbirth Education Grief and Loss Hospital Birth Infant Care Labor Doula LGBTQ+ Life Transitions Loss and Bereavement Doula Parenting Support Perinatal and Infant Loss Postpartum Care Postpartum Doula Care Pregnancy Loss
Languages

English, Russian

Service introduction

Preparing for birth is not only about information. It is also about feeling supported, emotionally safe, and connected to yourself throughout the process. I offer gentle, continuous support during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum — helping families feel more informed, calm, and confident as they navigate this important transition. Every birth experience is unique. My role is to walk beside you with steady support, guidance, comfort, and compassionate presence.

Packages
Foundation
A steady, continuous presence during labor Includes: ◇ on-call availability around your due date ◇ continuous in-person labor support ◇ emotional and physical grounding during birth ◇ postpartum check-in For those who want calm, consistent presence during birth itself.
$900.00
USD Flat rate
Nurtured Path
Support through preparation, birth, and early postpartum Includes: ◇ 1 prenatal session ◇ birth planning and emotional preparation ◇ on-call availability from 38 weeks ◇ continuous labor support ◇ 1 postpartum visit For those who want preparation, continuity, and gentle support after birth.
$1,300.00
USD Flat rate
Full Presence Experience
Deep, continuous support through your transition into motherhood Includes: ◇ 2 prenatal sessions (emotional and practical preparation) ◇ birth planning and partner preparation ◇ on-call availability from 35 weeks ◇ continuous labor support ◇ optional attendance at a prenatal appointment ◇ 2 postpartum integration sessions For those who want to feel fully supported before, during, and after birth — not only in the moment, but across the whole experience.
$1,800.00
USD Flat rate
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