Tend and Befriend

Tend & Befriend – The Podcast for Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond

Hosted by Deborah the Doula, a birth professional with over 20 years of experience, Tend & Befriend is your go-to source for evidence-based insights, real birth stories, and expert advice. After two decades in the birth world, I’ve learned a thing or two—and I want to make sure you have access to that knowledge.

Join me as we dive into the topics that matter most during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Whether you're preparing for labor, navigating new motherhood, or reflecting on your own birth journey, you'll find support, wisdom, and connection in every episode.

Let’s learn, laugh, and grow—together. 💛 Listen now!

Host

Deborah Herritt

Deborah the Doula has over 20 years of experience in the birth world and is dedicated to supporting families throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. She is passionate about providing evidence-based information, expert insights, and real birth stories to help parents navigate their journey.

Deborah shares knowledge from her own experience and connects her audience with other professionals in the birthing world. Deborah holds many certifications, including Certified Pregnancy Massage Therapist, Certified Infant Massage Instructor, Spinning Babies Practitioner, Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula through DONA, Certified Pelvic Floor Therapist, Myofascial Release Therapist, Certified Lactation Counselor, Certified Childbirth Educator, and is a Acupressure for Birth Practitioner.