About Us
About Selah
At Selah Birth Services, we believe in the power of pause, rest, and breath throughout the journey of pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum. Named after the Hebrew term "Selah," which signifies a musical pause or rest, our mission is to support and guide you through these transformative moments with grace and peace.
We are a dedicated team of doulas—Jaci, Taylor, Leslie and Cara—committed to coming alongside birthing families, offering comprehensive pregnancy and postpartum support, placenta services, and educational classes on childbirth and infant care. Drawing inspiration from Psalm 32:7, we seek to be your sanctuary and provide a nurturing presence, surrounding you with comfort and guidance.
How can we help you breathe through this sacred journey?
You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance
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Psalm 32:7
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You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance ♫ Psalm 32:7 ♫
Meet the Team!
Jaci Virgadamo
Birth and Postpartum Doula, Certified Lactation Consultant
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Certified Birth Doula and Lactation Consultant through International Doula Institute
I received my bachelors degree in healthcare administration back in 2017, although I enjoyed learning about business and healthcare there was still something missing. I started my journey to becoming a doula in 2020 and completed my program that same year. Launching a business after a pandemic was by far the biggest challenge and fear I have ever overcome. I knew supporting families was my calling and worth every minute of hard work!
I have always been passionate about the process of birth, and how it can transform a woman into something unstoppable. The beauty, grace, strength, and courage you see all in one person can be absolutely breathtaking! I am honored to be welcomed into the most intimate time in someone’s life to help encourage them to see their potential.
Taylor McClure
Birth and Postpartum Doula
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Certified Birth Doula through BEST Doula Training and Certified Postpartum Doula through Atlanta Postpartum Doula
After nearly a decade in healthcare, I found my true calling as a doula.
My journey began after the birth of my second son, leading me to become a certified birth doula in 2021 and a certified postpartum doula in 2024. I delivered both of my boys in a hospital and did not have a doula for either of them. I then experienced postpartum rage and anxiety after my second son. I did not know the value and the roles of a doula at that time and I so wish I had! Because of my journey, I am passionate about supporting moms through the fourth trimester with empathy, care, and faith. It is a true blessing to serve families through Blessed Beginnings and Selah Birth Services. I am honored to walk alongside you in this beautiful season of life!
Leslie Turner
Birth and Postpartum Doula
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Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula through BEST Doula Training
Before becoming a doula, I earned my bachelor's degree from Texas Christian University and worked several years as a paralegal. I developed a deep appreciation for clear communication, advocacy, and the importance of informed consent. I was granted the opportunity to see how the right person can empower others with the education to make confident decisions for life’s significant transformative moments.
My passion for women’s health, in tandem with informed consent, made me realize I wanted to be in an active role in supporting individuals through one of life’s most transformative experiences - pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. This calling led me to birth work and support.
I believe every person deserves to know the information, understand and evaluate risks, and be respected in their autonomy, all while having a support team that honors their values. My goal is to create space for empowered decision making while being an active listener and support for you and your family in transition. I would be honored to be a part of your support team.
Cara George
Childbirth Educator, Infant Care Specialist, Lactation Consulting, and Placenta Encapsulator
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Certified Childbirth Educator through Lamaze, Certified Placenta Encapsulator, Certified Birth Doula through DONA, Certified Postpartum Doula through Doulas of Austin
I have been a birth worker for 7 years and have 15 years of infant care experience as a professional nanny, postpartum doula, and educator. I am a mom of 4 crazy lovable kiddos (2015, 2017, 2021, and 2023) and I have personally experienced hospital birth and out of hospital birth. It was the care of 2 volunteer doulas during my first birth who helped drive my desire to become a birth worker. I am passionate about education as an incredible tool to build confidence and help birth outcomes. I believe everyone should have access to the highest level of education and care during their pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. This is driven by my belief that every person is born with inherent dignity, value, and worth and that women’s bodies are strong and beautifully made to birth their baby. I have a true calling to do this work and it is an incredible honor to be part of each family’s birth journey that I serve!
When I am not teaching childbirth education or processing a placenta, I enjoy servicing at my church and all things musical theatre and fantasy. Two things that will always make me smile are dance parties with my kids and trying new restaurants with my husband.
