Amanda Macdaniel Postpartum Doula

My best friend and registered dietitian Kristen Wollumoth is hosting these awesome free cooking classes for kids at People’s Community Clinic.

Hey, it’s me I’m still alive. I disappeared sometime in October in the mist of realizing that recovering from back surgery wasn’t what I expected it to be. I fell into an incredibly deep dark depression that felt like such backwards progress from all of the work I’ve done over the last four years. Somehow, I finished my first semester of grad school with a 4.0. My surgery was just 3 weeks into the semester. I had 26 sessions of post op physical therapy in 12 weeks. I cried so much and so hard. I think I cried more in the past few months than I have in my entire life. I went back on and came off of a mood stabilizer in the period between October and December. I wouldn’t wish recovering from L5/S1 microdiscectomy on anyone. But somewhere along the way I found a new normal and a slower pace. I let go of a lot. I don’t plan on sharing anything else about recovery. It’s not my entire personality. It’s a part of my story and it’s in the past. I’m so excited for this next part of my journey.

Just a few texts that have come in this week. I love this work and supporting my sweet families. 🩷

I’m booking for March and the rest of 2026. Send me a PM or a text to book. You can reach me at (210) 837-7937.

We spent the afternoon at The Wildflower Center. It’s one of our favorite places to visit in Austin. It’s even more special during Fortlandia.

When I tell you that I support your choice to cosleep I mean it. I’m not always a cosleeper but I do love it when a seven year old boy climbs into bed with me.

Coffee & Carriers is a Sip & See this month! In honor of International Babywearing Week, I’ll have my teaching library and weighted demo dolls to try stuff out. Feel free to bring your carriers to let other people see too!
Don’t forget to RSVP on AustinDoulaCare.com See you Wednesday!

Hi, my name is Amanda, and I received news on Friday 9/19 that has turned my world upside down: I need urgent spine surgery due to two severely herniated discs (L4 & L5). The recovery period is at least 12 weeks, with the first 8 weeks requiring no lifting of more than 8 pounds — something that makes returning to my work impossible during this time.

As a postpartum doula, my job is deeply physical and personal, supporting families and newborns in the most tender stage of life. Unfortunately, this kind of work doesn’t come with PTO or short-term disability benefits. Simply put, if I can’t work, I don’t get paid.

I’m also a mom, a wife, and a pet parent to two cats and a dog. This unexpected medical situation has put a significant strain on our finances, and we’re facing a tough few months ahead. Your support would help cover:
• Basic living expenses (mortgage, groceries, utilities)
• Out-of-pocket medical costs
• Pet care and child care help during recovery
If you’re able to give anything, whether it’s $5 or just sharing this page, it would mean the world to me and my family.

Thank you for taking the time to read this and for your support, kindness, and love during this challenging time.
With deep gratitude,
Amanda Macdaniel

This is Seven 🎂

I have a rare gap in between clients, now is the time to book with me. I’m offering a new service structure to help making my services more affordable to By introducing night nanny exclusive services I’m able to offer respite to families who can’t afford a postpartum doula. I’m also open for in-person sleep training and last minute birth doula coverage.