Tracey Russell, the founder and CEO of Russell Family Doula Services (RFDS), is a DONA-trained, full-spectrum doula with over 10 years of experience providing labor support, including high-risk pregnancies and births. She has also provided postpartum support for families in their homes.

Tracey’s goal as a doula is to provide physical, emotional, and informational support to families during pregnancy, labor, and birth. She believes that every family should feel empowered to make informed decisions about their pregnancy and birth experience and she strives to create an environment of trust and respect.

Tracey provides a variety of services to families, including:

• Prenatal support

• Labor support

•  Postpartum support

•  Lactation consulting

•  Childbirth education

•  Online resources

• In-person and remote support

Aside from being a doula, Tracey is a trained nursing assistant and peer support specialist who enjoys helping teens and young adults navigate life and reach their full potential. Tracey looks forward to being part of a journey in helping to reduce disparities in maternal and child health.