Meet the Doulas

Lindsey Shigemoto, CD(DONA)

Birth and Postpartum Doula|Birth Photographer

Welcome to My Doula Grand Rapids, I am Lindsey! I am a birth and postpartum doula as well as a birth photographer and owner of My Doula GR. I live in Cascade MI with my husband and two kiddos. I grew up here, went to college in Arizona, and came back home to be near my family. I became a birth doula after my own experience with birth left me thinking that this could be so much better.

I draw on my degrees in communications and adult education and training to meet you where you are in birth and postpartum. It is important to me that you feel heard, empowered and not judged. I am DONA certified, and am always working hard to continue my education. It has been an honor to attend over 160 births and counting, in hospitals and homes all over West Michigan.

Emily Croff, CD (BEST)

Birth Doula | Birth Photographer

I’m Emily, a second generation Doula who is one of 15 children, and the mother of 4. I have been involved in and around birth my entire life. I am passionate about childbirth education, birth photography, and advocacy in the birth space. Trained in Spinning babies, Fat Birth, Still Birthday, and currently working on my Body Ready Method training. 

I have attended over 160 births in homes and hospitals all over West Michigan in my time as a doula and I’m excited to attend many more.

I want to help you reach your goals, and I am so happy that you are here. Your story is important to me, and I can’t wait to meet you!

Meghon Larson, (Apprentice)

Doula in training|Placenta encapsulator

"Hi, I'm Meghon, a proud mom of two little ones under three! I've experienced both c-sections and home births, formula feeding, and exclusive breastfeeding. If there's one thing I've learned on this parenting journey, it's that there are many 'right' ways to do it—and you're doing an amazing job! As a postpartum doula, I’m dedicated to providing compassionate, nonjudgmental, and trauma-informed support to mothers, partners, and families. I firmly believe that the postpartum period deserves just as much care and attention as pregnancy and birth. My passion is helping families not only survive but thrive, creating space for growth, bonding, and beautiful memories as you get to know your newest tiny bestie.

Here’s what our clients are saying about us.

  • Lindsey and Emily are the best of the best and I do not say that lightly. We’ve birthed two of our babies with My Doula GR, the first being our angel baby daughter in 2023 and the second being our son in 2024. When I initially reached out to My Doula GR about supporting us with a potential pregnancy loss, they didn’t hesitate and shared that they had specialized training in loss. They assured me that they’d walk alongside us every step of the way no matter the outcome. During the birth, they were so sensitive, kind, and compassionate, which is just what we needed. Afterwards, we received postpartum doula support from Lindsey and she helped with everything from providing referrals, listening, and playing with my toddler while I got some rest. As soon as I found out I was pregnant with our rainbow baby, I texted Lindsey and Emily (before we even told my family or friends) to make sure they were available and open to supporting us for another birth. Thankfully, they enthusiastically said “yes” and Emily was able to be at our son’s birth. I literally could not have done it without her and am forever grateful. And, Lindsey provided postpartum doula support again, which is always such a treat and has made my postpartum experience 100x better.

    -KB

  • “I am so thankful to have had Lindsey as my doula!! She is very personable & always made me feel like I'm a priority to her. She gave me resources (like books & podcasts, showed me & my partner comfort measures) to help me prepare for my natural birth & calmed me down when I was feeling anxious. She was never pushy about what I HAD to do and was very supportive of whatever choices I made. She really listened to what my needs are & made sure it was followed through during labor & delivery & responded intuitively & gently to my needs. She made me feel empowered & nurtured & cared for, something EVERY mom should feel!”

    -R.L

  • Emily, So many words i could say about her, but the main ones that come to mind, selfless, kind, gentle and funny. She saved us during Case’s birth. She helped me overcome my fear from one of the most traumatic events of my life by giving me confidence to welcome our baby girl into this world. The safe and peaceful atmosphere that she brings with her all women deserve to feel during birth.

    Thank you for being you and having such a big impact on our lives. We will forever be grateful for you. We will never have another baby without you by our sides!

    -KH

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