Ashley Maas, Reno Doula, Childbirth Educator & Placenta Encapsulation

Ashley Maas, Reno Doula, Childbirth Educator & Placenta Encapsulation Voted "Best Doula" in 2016 by Reno News & Review and offering The Bradley Method of Natural Childbir Kennel

My goal is to empower and help you create your own intimate and unique birth experience. I am dedicated to making the birthing experience the best it can be for every mother and/or couple.

“If a doula were a drug, it would be unethical not to use it. “ -- John H.

Hey Reno! 🎄❤️I just wanted to thank you all so much for supporting the Bailey family and showing up in such a big way du...
12/23/2025

Hey Reno! 🎄❤️
I just wanted to thank you all so much for supporting the Bailey family and showing up in such a big way during this difficult time. Because of this community, we were able to collect around $3,000 in donations, provide 10 meals, and share countless gift cards. 🙏🙏

I know Rachel appreciates every single one of you as much as I do. Thank you again for showing up with so much love and generosity. I love this community so much.

If you missed your opportunity to donate to the Bailey family the link is in my bio.

Labor Tip #677LEAN into it… you’re nearing 10 cm, and your body is starting to instinctively bear down. This is called ...
12/19/2025

Labor Tip #677

LEAN into it… you’re nearing 10 cm, and your body is starting to instinctively bear down. This is called the Ferguson reflex a natural, hormonal response that helps move your baby down and out.

This is where labor shifts. You move from breathing through contractions to actively working with them. Lean into the sensations. Follow your body’s cues. Bear down in a way that feels right to you as your baby moves through your pelvis and into your arms.

Moral of the story…Think of labor like the Leaning Tower of Pisa…
✨ Lean into it
✨ Work with your contractions
✨ Gravity is your friend

Your body knows what to do. You’ve got this. 💪🤍

🤍 Hey Reno! I need your help! 🤍We need to come together & support a mama who experienced the unexpected loss of her husb...
12/17/2025

🤍 Hey Reno! I need your help! 🤍

We need to come together & support a mama who experienced the unexpected loss of her husband when she was 4 months pregnant.

She is now caring for their 4 year old daughter and a newborn, with limited family support nearby.

As she navigates postpartum and this unimaginable season especially during the holidays I am helping to organize a meal train to help lessen the daily burden. Providing a meal, gift card, or donation is a simple way to wrap this family in love and support.

If you’re able to help, links are in my bio. Thank you for showing up for this family in such a meaningful way. 🙏🙏

Hey Reno! 🌟I’m excited to share my 2026 class schedule, and I’m doing things a little differently next year! So many of ...
12/10/2025

Hey Reno! 🌟
I’m excited to share my 2026 class schedule, and I’m doing things a little differently next year! So many of you have reached out asking for options besides Tuesday nights, so I’m adding a Sunday evening class to the lineup. 🙌

I know fewer people are traveling at the start of the year, so if Tuesday’s don’t work for you, you now have a Sunday option to choose from.

Link to register in bio. I hope to see you in class!. 💛✨

✨ Presenting the final class series of 2025! ✨This one was extra special—my little cousin joined virtually all the way f...
12/04/2025

✨ Presenting the final class series of 2025! ✨

This one was extra special—my little cousin joined virtually all the way from Oregon! 💻💛

These beautiful couples are now ready to rock their labor, delivery, and postpartum journeys. My hope is that they feel confident, resilient, loved, and empowered throughout their birthing experience. ❤️

A huge thank you to everyone for trusting me and sharing your journey with . ⚡️✨💫

🌟 Next class series starts January 6th!
Register through the link in my bio.

Here’s what you’ll learn over 7 weeks:
✔️ Nutrition
✔️ Stages of Labor
✔️ Timing Contractions
✔️ Pain relief options & interventions
✔️ Cesarean Birth
✔️ Birth Plans
✔️ Pushing Positions
✔️ Partner support coaching
✔️ 3-hour Breastfeeding Class with an IBCLC
✔️ Postpartum Care
✔️ Newborn Care & Procedures
✔️ And SO much more!

✨ Let me help you create a birth experience that’s confident, supported, and unforgettable.

✨Presenting the final class series of 2025! This one was extra special—my little cousin joined virtually all the way fro...
12/04/2025

✨Presenting the final class series of 2025!

This one was extra special—my little cousin joined virtually all the way from Oregon! 💻💛

These incredible couples are now ready to rock their labor, delivery, and postpartum journeys. My hope is that they feel confident, resilient, loved, and empowered throughout their birthing experience. ❤️

A huge thank you to everyone for trusting me and sharing your journey with . ⚡️✨💫

🌟 Next class series starts January 6th!
Register through the link in my bio.

Here’s what you’ll learn over 7 weeks:
✔️ Nutrition
✔️ Stages of Labor
✔️ Timing Contractions
✔️ Pain relief options & interventions
✔️ Cesarean Birth
✔️ Birth Plans
✔️ Pushing Positions
✔️ Partner support coaching
✔️ 3-hour Breastfeeding Class with an IBCLC
✔️ Postpartum Care
✔️ Newborn Care & Procedures
✔️ And SO much more!

✨ Let me help you create a birth experience that’s confident, supported, and unforgettable.

💫 Presenting the final class series of 2025! This one was extra special…my little cousin joined virtually all the way fr...
12/04/2025

💫 Presenting the final class series of 2025!

This one was extra special…my little cousin joined virtually all the way from Oregon! 💻💛

These incredible couples are now ready to rock their labor, delivery, and postpartum journeys. My hope is that they feel confident, resilient, loved, and empowered throughout their birthing experience. ❤️

A huge thank you to everyone for trusting me and sharing your journey with . ⚡️✨💫

🌟 Next class series starts January 6th!
Register through the link in my bio.

Here’s what you’ll learn over 7 weeks:
✔️ Nutrition
✔️ Stages of Labor
✔️ Timing Contractions
✔️ Pain relief options & interventions
✔️ Cesarean Birth
✔️ Birth Plans
✔️ Pushing Positions
✔️ Partner support coaching
✔️ 3-hour Breastfeeding Class with an IBCLC
✔️ Postpartum Care
✔️ Newborn Care & Procedures
✔️ And SO much more!

✨ Let me help you create a birth experience that’s confident, supported, and unforgettable.

When your adorable client packs the doula a basket of snacks because they remembered your infamous “toast story”…🥖Years ...
11/12/2025

When your adorable client packs the doula a basket of snacks because they remembered your infamous “toast story”…🥖

Years ago, I rushed to a birth, forgot to pack food, and thought helping myself to peanut butter toast was fair game. They disagreed. 😂

Pros of being a Doula: Working with incredible, thoughtful, awesome clients. The little things mean so much in this work. 💕

Cons: People forgetting that I am not a unicorn…I do get hungry. And yes, sometimes I might have to raid your pantry when I’ve literally dropped everything to join you in labor.

One of my doula babies randomly drew her birth story for school.🥹 Mom’s got snacks, dad’s on the sidelines…I can’t handl...
10/23/2025

One of my doula babies randomly drew her birth story for school.🥹 Mom’s got snacks, dad’s on the sidelines…I can’t handle the cuteness! 💕

Wrapped up another amazing 7-week class last night (minus one couple because they just welcomed their sweet babe ✨). The...
09/26/2025

Wrapped up another amazing 7-week class last night (minus one couple because they just welcomed their sweet babe ✨). These mamas are READY to rock labor, birth & postpartum. 💪❤️

My goal is always that parents walk away feeling confident, strong, loved & empowered. ⚡️

We cover everything you need to know…nutrition, stages of labor, advocacy, interventions, pushing positions, postpartum care, newborn care, breastfeeding (with an IBCLC!), and so much more.

👉 Next series starts October 14th. Link in bio to join. 💫

Another gorgeous VBAC today…and on baby’s due date! Such strength, such beauty, such joy. 💪💙✨“There are two types of peo...
09/15/2025

Another gorgeous VBAC today…and on baby’s due date! Such strength, such beauty, such joy. 💪💙✨

“There are two types of people who will tell you that you cannot make a difference: those afraid to try, and those afraid you will succeed.” —Ray Goforth

Moral of the Story: Never underestimate the power of a mama determined to have a successful VBAC. 🙌🏼🙌🏼

Congratulations T family!!
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🌿 It’s HBAC/VBAC season. This morning, a sweet little boy was born at home into the arms of his strong and resilient mam...
09/13/2025

🌿 It’s HBAC/VBAC season. This morning, a sweet little boy was born at home into the arms of his strong and resilient mama. What an honor to witness. 💫

✨ Thinking about a VBAC? ✨
Here’s what you should know:
⭐️ 90% of c-section moms are candidates.
⭐️ 60–80% are successful.
⭐️ Uterine rupture? Less than 1%.
⭐️ VBAC is often safer than a repeat cesarean.

Believe in yourself. Build your team. Hire the doula + midwife. You won’t regret it. 💪💫⁣⁣

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Reno, NV
89501

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