Terri Schelkoph
Terri Schelkoph
Terri Schelkoph
About me
Terri Schelkoph (CD)DONA, HCHD Congratulations on your upcoming birth journey! With over 250 births attended, I am a highly experienced and compassionate birth doula, dedicated to supporting families through one of life’s most transformative moments. As a DONA-certified professional, I bring both extensive training and hands-on experience to empower mothers and their partners, ensuring they feel confident and supported throughout the entire birth process. In addition to my doula certification, I am Hypnobabies® certified, specializing in evidence-based techniques to promote relaxation and confidence during labor. I am also a VBAC Link® certified doula, offering expert guidance for those considering vaginal birth after cesarean. With my Spinning Babies® training, I help mothers utilize body positioning to assist with optimal fetal positioning during labor and delivery, promoting smoother, more comfortable births. I am particularly passionate about serving and equipping women proactively helping them navigate their options to best meet their emotional and physical needs. Additionally, I have a special interest in supporting families expecting twins or multiples, offering tailored care and guidance to ensure a smooth and empowering birth experience. My core mission is to foster a positive and empowering birth experience, educating families on their options and helping them make informed decisions that align with their unique needs and preferences. As a devoted Christian, I integrate my faith into my practice, providing spiritual support and encouragement for those who seek it. I believe every birth is unique and deserves to be honored with respect, love, and unwavering support whether it’s a physiological birth, a labor with epidurals, or a planned cesarean. My goal is to provide continuous support, regardless of your birth plan, helping you feel informed, empowered, and confident in your choices. When I’m not attending births, I love connecting with my community, leading prenatal education workshops, mentoring aspiring doulas, and directing the Doula Intern Program through The Nest at New Birth Midwifery. Outside of birth work, you can find me spending time with my husband of 20 years, homeschooling our six children, reading a good book, savoring my coffee, cherishing my friendships, cheering on the Vikings, or serving at my wonderful church. Let’s work together to make your birth experience a beautiful and empowering one!
Education
Bachelor's of Science in Psychology (2004)
Certification and training
DONA® Certification (2018)
The VBAC Link® Doula Certification (2019)
Spinning Babies® Trained (2018)
Hypnobabies® Doula Certification (2020)
Gilligan's Guide Training and Certification (2025)
CST for Birth Workshop (2025)
Memberships and affiliations
DONA®
Hypnobabies®
A Heavenly Welcome
The VBAC Link®
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Specialties
Languages
English
Accepted insurances
Service introduction
Hi, I’m Terri, the heart behind Doula Mama. As a Certified Birth Doula (CD(DONA)), VBAC Certified Doula, Hypnobabies® Certified Hypno-Doula, and Gilliagan’s Guide Certified Birth Professional, I’ve had the honor of supporting over 250 families on their sacred birth journeys. I believe birth is guided by grace and filled with strength, love, and purpose. My passion is walking alongside families with calm, compassionate support—helping you feel confident, cared for, and deeply seen through pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Serving families across the Twin Cities with love and gratitude. I offer several packages, and can work with UCARE, State Insurance/ Medicaid. Feel free to reach out and we can chat details. Ask me about my discounts!
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Ratings and reviews
If you are looking for someone who is compassionate, calm, and full of wisdom, Terri is the one for you! She was such an important part of my pregnancy and was a key factor in my birth going so smoothly. I’m so grateful for Terri’s presence during this season of my life. I felt like I had my own personal cheerleader! During the final weeks of pregnancy, I was facing a lot of stress and grief from losing a family member, and Terri’s calm, gentle presence (along with her strong Christian faith) helped me navigate it all. I don't know how I would have done it without her. She provided clear, evidence-based resources and thoughtful hands-on guidance on positioning and exercises to encourage my baby to flip out of her breech position. When my baby wasn't dropping (which was hindering my body from going into labor), Terri shared a variety of techniques to support optimal body alignment which worked so well. Terri is quick to respond and truly listens. I never felt like I was bothering her; she checked in on me frequently and has continued to be a wonderful resource even now that I’m postpartum. Her genuine excitement about birth, babies, and empowering families shines through in everything she does. I am so thankful for her!
- Mirna B.
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