Prairie Waters Birth and Body Work
Evidence-based, creative, and client-centered birth support and massage therapy.
Nice to meet you! I’m Mikayla.
(they/them)
I am a Philadelphia-based doula and licensed massage therapist offering attentive, client-centered birth and body work for queer and trans people of color.
I am endlessly curious about human physiology and anatomy, the ecologies that surround us, and how we physically and emotionally experience the world. If you’re looking for birth or body work that is collaborative, creative, and centered in listening, I would love to talk with you. Request an appointment - let’s work together.
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Massage Therapy
Mobile massage crafted for your body in the comfort of your own home.
I combine elements of myofascial, deep tissue, neuromuscular, and Swedish massage to provide a therapeutic experience adapted for your body. If you have limited mobility, are recovering from an injury, are hypermobile, have had a major surgery (c-section or chest, for example), are pregnant or postpartum, or just want your body to move with more ease and less pain, I would love to work together. Read below about my massage therapy offerings.
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$100
I recommend booking a 60-minute massage if you would like focused, therapeutic work directed on one area of your body. I also recommend booking a 60-minute massage if your goal is to maintain your current level of functioning and/or range of motion.
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$150
I recommend booking a 90-minute massage if you would like focused, therapeutic work on multiple areas of your body. If this is your first massage with me, I also recommend booking an initial 90-minute massage.
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If my standard rates are not affordable to you right now, please reach out to me at prairiewaters@proton.me to request sliding scale.
Massage therapist license number: MSG017103
Doula Offerings
Thoughtful birth support made for you.
I am so happy you are here.
In my doula practice, I prioritize collaborative care planning with my clients and their team of support. Through this collaborative planning, I center informed consent, client autonomy, evidence-based practices, and having a mind open to the awe and wonder of birth.
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For anyone who desires in-person guidance and support throughout pregnancy and the birthing experience.
2-3 prenatal visits
Unlimited text, call, and email support
In-person birth support
1-2 postpartum visits
Price: $800
Sounds like a good fit? Book a free 30-minute consultation here.
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For anyone who is interested in building confidence in navigating their pregnancy, but who may prefer leaning on their partner(s) and other members of their birthing team for support during birth.
3-4 childbirth education sessions
Birth and postpartum planning
One birth preparation session with your chosen birth support team
Price: $400
Sounds like a good fit? Book a free 30-minute consultation here.
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Have questions about your pregnancy? Want to talk about your planned VBAC? Don’t know the best way for your partner to support you in the delivery room? Ask a doula!
For anyone who has specific questions about pregnancy, labor, and delivery but do not want or need a birth doula.
Book a 60 minute consultation here.
Price: $50 per hour
Education, Training, and Certifications
Graduate Certificate in Massage Therapy, Academy of Massage Therapy & Bodyworks, 2026
Birth Doula Training, DONA International, 2024
Master of Public Health in Epidemiology, University of Michigan School of Public Health, 2021
B.A. in Anthropology: Global Health and the Environment, Washington University in St. Louis, 2018
Education and Training
Continuing Education
Pregnancy and Massage: Advanced Practice, American Massage Therapy Association, 2026