Empowered Support for Birth, Postpartum and Early Parenthood

serving families of Jacksonville and Northeast Florida since 2023

Hello! Thank you for being here. I’m Amanda Saxon, a dedicated birth and postpartum doula serving Jacksonville and North East Florida. With a passion for supporting families through the transformative journey of childbirth and the early days of parenthood, I provide personalized, compassionate care tailored to your unique needs. Whether you're preparing for the arrival of a little one or already navigating the postpartum period, my goal is to ensure you feel supported every step of the way. Let’s work together to create a positive, empowering experience for your growing family.

image showing doula, birth mother and husband together during birth

“The experience of birth and the early days of parenthood will stay with you all the days of your life. As a doula, a mother and a woman, I wholeheartedly believe in you and your ability to bring your baby into the world on your terms.“

-Amanda 

Services

  • couple holding up their baby's ultrasound image

    Childbirth Education

    1:1 program to boost your and your partner’s knowledge and confidence preparing mind, body and heart for birth.  

    Learn More
  • husband holding pregnant wife's baby belly with sunset in background

    Birth Support

    A calming presence to offer evidence-based information, guidance and coaching from pregnancy to delivery.

    Learn More
  • happy mother and father holding their newborn baby in a swaddle and smiling at him

    New Family Caregiving

    Individualized postpartum recovery and newborn care to get your family off to a happy start.

    Learn More
mother breastfeeding newborn baby

Amanda’s Approach

  • I will listen deeply to your hopes and desires for your birth and postpartum time. I will help you pursue your ideals wholeheartedly and give you practical tools to increase your chances of bringing those goals to life. I will also help you find courage and flexibility as you face the unknowns of your journey into parenthood. And I will help you face the fears and obstacles that might hold you back from experiencing those dreams. Whether it is through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, or all the above, I will help you feel seen, heard, and supported every step of the way.

  • I will prepare and support you through the physicality of labor, postpartum healing, and newborn feeding and care. Prenatally, we will practice positions, movement, touch, breathwork, and relaxation techniques to discover what works best for you. I will offer your partner the support, information, and confidence needed to participate in a way that feels good to both of you. Depending on your specific needs, I will support you with the tools that are most helpful for you and your specific birth and postpartum time.

  • Throughout our work together, I will help you open your courageous hearts, so you are ready to receive the flow of love and joy when you meet your beautiful baby. Beginning prenatally, I will help you connect and expand your capacity to love and take care of your little one. We will connect with the joy and gratitude that you may or may not already feel toward your baby. And we will make ample space to explore your fears about parenthood and build your confidence as you transition into this profound new role and relationship.

Learn More About My Services
View fullsize Because we hold babies — we should be ready 🤍 We’re hosting an AHA BLS Certification on March 20 at 3PM at Thrive Family Chiropractic — specifically for birth & perinatal professionals. This is the certification most commonly
View fullsize A mother’s own words 🤍 "I walked into birth carrying both fear and faith but Amanda taught me to trust my body and reminded me, again and again, that it was made for this. {She} educated my husband and me in such a beautiful, empowering
View fullsize This year looked different for every family. Some births unfolded gently. Others asked for strength, patience, or surrender. Many held joy and complexity side by side. Each experience unfolded in its own way, and each one carried meaning. I remain
View fullsize Four new families born this week...3 girls + 1 boy. All first-time mothers. All vaginal. 💫 So grateful to these families who invited me into their sacred transformation 🙏🏼 When life is heavy, I’ll return to this feeling...and I invite you
View fullsize
View fullsize Announcing the launch of my website, sunrisedoulajax.com! Building this has truly been a labor of love…and vulnerability. It feels second nature to show up authentically in intimate, one-on-one moments for the families I’ve come to know
View fullsize
View fullsize Story time! Nine years ago today, my very first “doula baby” was born! 🥳🥰 Elizabeth Harbor—Elle—is my best friend’s daughter. Back then, I wasn’t an official doula, just completely hooked on birth. While prepari
View fullsize Birth Testimonial ✨💬📝💕 I’m so grateful for the families I get to walk alongside during such a special time. These words from a recent client @alanamerrycampbell truly touched my heart 😭😭🥰 “Amanda was an absolute blessing throughout
View fullsize

Ready to add Sunrise Doula to your Team?

Reach out to discover how Amanda can support you during the beautiful journey of birth and postpartum. Expect warmth, compassion, and expertise in all of our interactions.