Steph The Doula
Support for Your Beautiful Journey
Steph The Doula
Support for Your Beautiful Journey
Supporting You Through Every Step of Your Journey
Melbourne’s leading doula service providing emotional, physical, and informational support, empowering families for a more positive and confident pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience
Statistics on why a doula had a positive outcome on your pregnancy birth and postpartum.
The study considered this question for 6 different outcomes. For 4 out of 6 of these outcomes, women and babies had the best results when the woman received continuous labour support from a doula. When continuous labour support was provided by a doula, women experienced a:
Decrease in the use of Syntocinon
(Artificial hormone drip used to speed up labour)
Decrease in the use of Syntocinon
(Artificial hormone drip used to speed up labour)
Decrease in the risk of Caesarean Section
Decrease in the risk of Caesarean Section
Increase in the likelihood of a spontaneous vaginal birth
Increase in the likelihood of a spontaneous vaginal birth
Decrease in the risk of newborns being admitted to a special care nursery
Decrease in the risk of newborns being admitted to a special care nursery
Decrease in the use of any medications for pain relief
Decrease in the use of any medications for pain relief
Decrease in the risk of being dissatisfied with the birth experience
Source: Based on findings from research (Hodnett et al., 2012)
Decrease in the risk of being dissatisfied with the birth experience
Source: Based on findings from research (Hodnett et al., 2012)
Meet Steph – Your Dedicated Doula in Melbourne
Stephanie Tsalacopoulos is a leading Melbourne-based pregnancy, birth, and postpartum doula, known for her calm presence, grounded wisdom, and unwavering support through every stage of the parenting journey. She works alongside families with compassion, care, and respect, helping them feel confident, informed, and truly nurtured as they welcome their babies into the world.
With over 10 years’ experience as a registered nurse and as a mother of two young children herself, Steph brings together professional knowledge, lived experience, and a deep understanding of what families truly need. Her clinical background shapes her approach, her ongoing education in the birth and postpartum space, and her rich cultural heritage. Coming from Greek and Italian roots, Steph draws on traditional European values of care, nourishment, and community, offering practical, hands-on support that is deeply personal and rooted in connection.
Why Every Mother Deserves a Doula
Compassionate support from pregnancy through postpartum—guiding you every step of the way.
Emotional Support Throughout Pregnancy
A doula offers constant reassurance and a calming presence, easing stress during the journey to motherhood.
Personalized Birth Preparation
Helps tailor birth plans and educates the mother on her choices, empowering confident decision-making.
Continuous Labor Support
Unlike rotating hospital staff, a doula stays by the mother’s side the entire time, offering hands-on comfort and advocacy.
Partner Involvement and Guidance
Doulas support partners too, helping them feel involved, prepared, and less overwhelmed during birth.
Easier Recovery and Postpartum Care
After birth, doulas assist with emotional adjustment, feeding, and newborn care tips to ease the transition.
Reduced Medical Interventions
Studies show that having a doula can lead to shorter labors and fewer interventions, resulting in a more positive birth experience.
Why Every Mother Deserves a Doula
Compassionate support from pregnancy through postpartum—guiding you every step of the way.
Emotional Support Throughout Pregnancy
A doula offers constant reassurance and a calming presence, easing stress during the journey to motherhood.
Personalized Birth Preparation
Helps tailor birth plans and educates the mother on her choices, empowering confident decision-making.
Continuous Labor Support
Unlike rotating hospital staff, a doula stays by the mother’s side the entire time, offering hands-on comfort and advocacy.
Partner Involvement and Guidance
Doulas support partners too, helping them feel involved, prepared, and less overwhelmed during birth.
Easier Recovery and Postpartum Care
After birth, doulas assist with emotional adjustment, feeding, and newborn care tips to ease the transition.
Reduced Medical Interventions
Studies show that having a doula can lead to shorter labors and fewer interventions, resulting in a more positive birth experience.
Why Every Mother Deserves a Doula
Compassionate support from pregnancy through postpartum—guiding you every step of the way.
Emotional Support Throughout Pregnancy
A doula offers constant reassurance and a calming presence, easing stress during the journey to motherhood.
Personalized Birth Preparation
Helps tailor birth plans and educates the mother on her choices, empowering confident decision-making.
Continuous Labor Support
Unlike rotating hospital staff, a doula stays by the mother’s side the entire time, offering hands-on comfort and advocacy.
Partner Involvement and Guidance
Doulas support partners too, helping them feel involved, prepared, and less overwhelmed during birth.
Easier Recovery and Postpartum Care
After birth, doulas assist with emotional adjustment, feeding, and newborn care tips to ease the transition.
Reduced Medical Interventions
Studies show that having a doula can lead to shorter labors and fewer interventions, resulting in a more positive birth experience.
Client Testimonials
A Calm Presence When We Needed It Most
Steph was like a quiet anchor in the room. She helped me stay grounded through every wave. I can’t imagine my birth without her.
Amira S.
She Truly Listened to Us
From our first chat, Steph made me feel seen and heard. Her support made both my partner and me feel so much more confident.
Grace
A Guiding Light Through It All
Having Steph as our doula was the best decision we made. She was attentive, thoughtful, and always there when we needed her. We felt seen, heard, and deeply cared for. We truly felt like we had a friend guiding us through the most important journey of our lives.
Natalie
Support for the Whole Family
Steph didn’t just support me during labor—she supported us. She made sure my partner felt involved and confident, which meant the world to both of us. Her compassion and wisdom are unmatched.
Ruby
Support That Feels Like Family
Steph has a way of making you feel safe and cared for. She was always one step ahead, anticipating what I needed.
Emily