Hi, I’m Natalia Cortés—a Colombian mother, artist, and bilingual (English/Spanish) birth and postpartum doula based in Charleston, SC. Through Holistic Maternal Care, I support families with heart-centered, culturally...
Birth Doulas
I offer continuous emotional, physical, and informational support during labor and birth. My care includes prenatal visits, on-call support, birth attendance, comfort techniques, and advocacy tailored to your birth plan and cultural needs.
My prices range from $800 to $1500. For a detailed overview of what each package includes, please visit the "Services" section on my website. holisticmaternalcare.com for Spanish or holisticmaternalcare.com/en for English
Postpartum Doulas
I provide holistic postpartum support, offering emotional, physical, and practical assistance during the first weeks after birth. This includes guidance with newborn care, breastfeeding support, emotional companionship, light household help, meal planning/preparation, and art therapy sessions that contribute to improved mental well-being for the mother. My goal is to empower and nurture both the mother and her family during this time.
My rates range from $25 to $50 per hour, depending on the total number of hours booked.
Birth Classes
I offer a Spanish-language self-advocacy workshop for pregnant and postpartum mothers using the ACTT method (Ask, Claim, Trust, Tell). The course empowers participants to ask questions, express concerns, trust their instincts, and speak up with medical providers. Through storytelling and role-playing, they gain tools to navigate the healthcare system with confidence and clarity.
$10 per person if there's a meeting or $30 per hour personalized for one family. (Workshop usually takes 2 hrs.)
And it's not a bunch of onesies and bouncers
Bio
Hi, I’m Natalia Cortés—a Colombian mother, artist, and bilingual (English/Spanish) birth and postpartum doula based in Charleston, SC. Through Holistic Maternal Care, I support families with heart-centered, culturally inclusive care. My work blends emotional support, advocacy, and creative expression to honor your unique journey into parenthood. Whether in-person or virtual, I offer a safe, nurturing space where you feel heard, empowered, and never alone.
What are your certifications and trainings?
I am a certified birth and postpartum doula, an ACTT facilitator, and a PAIL advocate. I also hold a CPR certification and serve as a breastfeeding peer counselor.
What locations or areas do you serve?
I provide virtual support wherever my families are. For in-person care, I serve the Charleston, South Carolina area and surrounding communities.
What drew you into working with parents-to-be?
As a mother, artist, and advocate, I’ve seen how powerful and transformative the journey into parenthood can be—yet also how isolating and overwhelming it often feels. My background as an actress led me to explore the healing power of storytelling, creative expression, and connection, which naturally evolved into using art and art therapy as tools
What's your top piece of advice for an expectant mom?
You don’t have to do it all, and you don’t have to do it alone. Ask for help, receive it with love, and trust that you are already enough just as you are.
How do you answer the question: "I want your support but my partner feels like they'll be replaced"?
I understand that your partner might feel that way, and that’s a very common concern. I want to assure you both that my role is to support you, not to replace anyone. I’m here to accompany and strengthen your relationship, helping you communicate better and feel supported throughout the process. My work is an additional support, not a substitute fo