Pongella Welch

As a Birth worker, Pongella (she/her) believes every woman deserves all the support they can
get in the most comfortable way possible during and after childbirth. She loves
helping expectant mothers with one hand at a time. Pongella is a graduate of

Cardinal Strich University. She also took nursing classes at Bryant & Straton Col-
lege in 2019. She is a Certified Doula through DONA since 2015. She is also In-
fant & Adult CPR certified and a childbirth Educator. Pongella’s experience in-
volves working with expectant mothers closely during birth, their postnatal, and

postpartum periods for over 11 years. She ensures her clients recover, bond with
their newborn baby, and heal stress free with her Doula care support.
She is a loving mother of two girls ages 8 and 25 years old. Pongella has always

had an interest in helping moms and newborns. Growing up, she had the oppor-
tunity to volunteer at a youth center and daycare which gave her the opportunity

to be around newborns, toddlers, and preschoolers. In addition, to providing ex-
cellent prenatal, birth, and postpartum care services, Pongella also provides sib-
ling care, specializing in working with families with multi-children. Pongella prides

herself on giving and delivering the best possible doula care support service to
every client she serves.

In their own words:

“I am a Doula because I enjoy helping expectant moms transition into mother-
hood, helping to improve maternal fetal birth outcomes one birth at a time and

assisting new mothers as they transition into parenthood.”

Testimonials

“Pongella has a great bedside manner for 2 days she was with the twins and her
niece, was a resource prenatally, supported with older siblings, and at doctor
appts. She goes above and beyond.” -Tonya L.
“Pongella is very involved in holistic care for the families, from birthing to 5 years
old. She is very involved with her clients and families, assisting with resources
and supplies. She is very professional, reliable and articulate. She has a beautiful
heart and outstanding work ethic. ” -Davina J.