What is a Doula?
A doula is your guide, advocate, and unwavering support throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum transition. Unlike the medical providers we partner with, doulas focus on emotional, physical, and informational support, ensuring that you feel confident, empowered, and deeply cared for in your unique journey to parenthood.
Despite what you may have been taught about birth, low-risk childbirth is not inherently a medical emergency. It’s a physiological, mental, and spiritual transformation. As an Exercise Physiologist and Prenatal Fitness Specialist, I view birth as an event that requires strength, endurance, and trust in your body’s innate wisdom. That’s why I help you train for birth in a way that prepares not just your body but also your mind and spirit, so you can enter labor feeling grounded, capable, and deeply connected to the experience.
How We Prepare for Birth Together
As your doula, I offer comfort techniques, relaxation strategies, and advocacy, helping you navigate birth preferences, communicate with care providers, and stay grounded in the intensity of labor. My approach is evidence-based and client-centered, blending science, movement, and intuition to support your unique vision of birth—without bias or agenda.
A doula doesn’t replace your partner or medical team—I complement them, offering guidance and reassurance to ensure everyone involved feels prepared, connected, and empowered.
Wherever and however you give birth, you deserve unwavering support, informed choices, and a birth experience rooted in trust, strength, and care.
Mind
We use self-hypnosis, mindfulness techniques, and intentional birth planning to help you prepare for the sensations of labor, build resilience, and enter birth with clarity and confidence. You’ll also create a plan for the postpartum period, ensuring a smoother transition into new motherhood.
Body
Through prenatal interval training, breathwork, and strength training, we prepare your body for the physical demands of labor. We focus on cardiovascular endurance to sustain contractions, strength to support your changing body, and the art of yielding—learning to soften and surrender so labor can unfold naturally.
Spirit
Birth is more than just physiology—it’s a rite of passage. We nurture your intuition, emotional connection, and trust in the process, helping you practice surrender to the power of birth while stepping into your role as a mother with confidence and grace.
3 ways to work with me as your Doula
Every birth journey is unique, and so is the support you need. I offer three different ways to work together, so you can choose the level of care that best fits your needs:
Ready to make your plan?
Choosing a doula is a deeply personal decision! You deserve to feel completely comfortable and supported by the person by your side during this transformative time.
That’s why I offer free consultations—a chance to connect, discuss your unique needs and desires, and see if we’re the right fit. Whether you're planning your birth, preparing for postpartum, or exploring virtual support, this call is all about you.
Let’s chat! Click below to book a time to meet with me virtually and start creating a birth or postpartum plan that feels aligned, informed, and fully supported.
"As a first time mom, I had so many hopes and dreams for my pregnancy, labor and delivery. Thanks to Kristen I got all of that and more. It takes a special kind of person to walk alongside and care for somebody that they don’t really know in the most exciting but vulnerable 10 months of your life. Because of the information, knowledge and prep work, Kristen had for me, I was able to have an unmedicated 12 hour labor and delivery with not only no complications but truly a positive experience. I will be recommending Kristen to any pregnant women I know!"
-Hayley T.
Birth Doula Support
Bringing a baby into the world is one of the most profound experiences of your life—you deserve unwavering support, evidence-based guidance, and a birth team that honors your choices, your intuition, and your unique journey.
My Care Philosophy: It’s Your Birth.
Every birth is as unique as the person giving birth. Many birth workers have strong opinions for a variety of valid reasons, myself included. But my job isn’t to shape your experience based on my beliefs, preferences, or biases—it’s to help you create the experience that feels right for you. My goal is to help advise you based on the best quality information available and foster an environment where you can connect with your spirituality to find peace. There are no wrong or right ways to give birth.
It’s your birth.
It’s your body.
It’s your baby.
My role is to educate, support, and advocate—to make sure you feel seen, heard, and in control of your own decisions. You deserve to have agency over your birth, to feel empowered in the choices you make, and to be surrounded by a team that respects and honors your voice.
I support all types of birth, including:
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Unmedicated & natural birth – For those wanting to lean into their body’s instincts with hands-on support and comfort techniques
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Epidural-assisted birth – Helping you stay comfortable, informed, and engaged in your birth experience
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Medically induced labor – Providing guidance on what to expect and ways to stay in control of your experience
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Planned or unplanned cesarean birth – Offering emotional support, advocacy, and postpartum recovery guidance
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Home birth, birth center, or hospital birth – Supporting you wherever you feel safest and most supported
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VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) – Helping you navigate options and prepare for a healing, empowering experience
Your birth should be an experience where you feel safe, supported, and in control—and that’s exactly what I’m here to help you achieve.
What's Included in Birth Doula Services:
Prenatal Support
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Initial Consultation: A free meet-and-greet to see if we’re a good fit
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Two 90-minute Prenatal Sessions to prepare you mentally and physically
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Birth plan outline & personalized guidance
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Learning and practicing labor positions
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Teaching diaphragmatic breathing & pelvic floor activation
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Coping strategies, relaxation techniques & pushing breath practice
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Postpartum recovery & motherhood prep discussion
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Prenatal Workout Program & access to the KDR Wellness Training App
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1 Virtual Prenatal Personal Training Session (30 minutes)
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1 Virtual Postpartum Personal Training Session (30 minutes)
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Referrals to Childbirth Education, Lactation, Newborn Care, and Postpartum Prep classes as needed
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24-hour email, text, and call support during pregnancy
Labor & Birth Support
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On-call 24/7 from weeks 38-42
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Continuous emotional & physical support during labor & birth
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Breathing & relaxation techniques
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Laboring positions for progress and comfort
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Hands-on physical support (massage, counter-pressure, guidance for birth partners)
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Encouragement, reassurance, and informed decision-making support
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Advocacy & communication with your care team
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Initial newborn feeding support & postpartum comfort measures
Postpartum Care
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1 in-home postpartum visit
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Assistance with feeding & newborn care
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Physical support for your postpartum recovery
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Nutritional guidance & postpartum self-care
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Emotional support & new parent coaching
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Infant soothing techniques
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Community referrals for continued care
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Your Birth, Your Choices—With Support Every Step of the Way
Whether you're planning a home birth, a medicated hospital birth, or anything in between, my goal is to help you feel informed, empowered, and supported at every stage. From our first meeting to the moment you welcome your baby—and beyond—you’ll have an experienced, compassionate doula by your side.
Postpartum Doula Care
Compassionate Postpartum Care for Healing, Support, and Nourishment
The transition into motherhood is a sacred and transformative journey. Your body is healing, your emotions are shifting, and you are stepping into a new version of yourself. In this tender season, you deserve deep care, nourishment, and support—not just for your baby, but for your whole being. Postpartum is not meant to be navigated alone; it is a time to be held, nurtured, and guided as you adjust to this new chapter.
As a postpartum doula with a decade of experience healing postpartum bodies, I bring a depth of knowledge that goes beyond traditional support. My background in exercise physiology, nutrition, and birth work allows me to provide expert guidance on physical recovery, core and pelvic floor healing, and nourishing your body for deep replenishment. I bridge the gap between holistic postpartum care and evidence-based strategies, ensuring you feel supported not just emotionally, but physically and nutritionally as well.
Recover, Rest, and Feel Supported in Your Fourth Trimester
Postpartum isn’t just about surviving—it’s about feeling cared for, confident, and deeply supported as you transition into parenthood. Whether you need hands-on care, expert guidance, or simply a reassuring presence, I’m here to make this time feel manageable, peaceful, and truly supported.
What's Included in Postpartum Doula Services:
Guided Physical Recovery & Healing from a Postpartum Physiology Specialist
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Safe, science-backed core & pelvic floor recovery techniques for strength and stability after birth
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Gentle movement strategies to ease back pain, core weakness, and postpartum discomfort
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Support for everyday movements—lifting, carrying, and feeding—without increasing the risk of injury
Nourishment For Your Body from a Certified Nutritionist
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Personalized meal planning tailored to your recovery, energy needs, and feeding preferences
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Grocery shopping and meal prep assistance to ensure nourishment without added stress
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Guidance on postpartum-specific nutrition to support healing and hormonal balance
Emotional & Mental Well-Being
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A safe space to process your birth experience and navigate postpartum emotions
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Support in self-advocacy, setting boundaries, and adjusting to your new role
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Hands-on newborn care to allow time for rest, self-care, and recovery
Household & Family Care
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Help with baby-related tasks—washing bottles, tidying the nursery, and organizing essentials
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Guidance for partners and family members on supporting the postpartum experience
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Creating calm, structured support so you can focus on bonding and healing
Infant Feeding & Newborn Care
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Breastfeeding, bottle feeding, and combination feeding support
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Assistance with comfortable feeding positions, paced bottle feeding, and newborn soothing techniques
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Gentle, developmentally appropriate sleep strategies to help create a more restful routine
Postpartum Doula Package Options
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Feel Supported, Cared For, and Rested After Birth
The postpartum period isn’t meant to be navigated alone. Get the expert support you need to heal, adjust, and feel confident in your recovery and new role. Let’s create a postpartum plan that gives you the space to rest, nourish, and thrive.
Virtual Doula Guidance
Not everyone wants a doula physically present at their birth, but that doesn’t mean you have to prepare alone. You deserve to feel grounded, confident, and fully supported as you step into this transformative experience.
With Virtual Doula Guidance, you’ll receive expert birth education, personalized preparation, and postpartum planning—all tailored to your unique vision of birth. Whether you’re birthing at home, in a hospital, or at a birth center, I’ll help you understand your options, prepare your mind and body, and step into birth feeling strong and capable.
This is perfect for you if you:
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Don't live near your preferred Doula
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Want trusted, evidence-based guidance to prepare for labor & postpartum
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Value intuitive, holistic support that blends science, mindfulness, and spirituality
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Seek a birth experience rooted in trust, autonomy, and inner wisdom
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Want a clear, practical plan for labor, recovery, and newborn care
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Virtual Birth Planning
Your birth should feel intentional, informed, and aligned with your vision—not left to chance. In a personalized birth planning session, we’ll discuss your preferences, explore your options, and create a plan that feels empowering and adaptable. You’ll gain evidence-based insights, practical decision-making tools, and self-advocacy strategies to confidently navigate your birth experience—no matter where or how you deliver.
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Virtual Postpartum Planning
The postpartum period is a time of healing, adjustment, and transformation—but so often, it’s overlooked in birth preparation. Together, we’ll create a custom postpartum care plan tailored to your recovery, mental well-being, and newborn care needs. From setting up support systems to planning for nourishment, movement, and emotional balance, this session ensures you feel ready, resourced, and deeply supported in your fourth trimester.
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Prenatal/Postpartum Training Programs
Interested in training for birth?
Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum are monumental events in a woman's life with specific physiological and biomechanical demands. Whether you're interested in 1:1 guided sessions or on-demand programs, experience the exercises that have been tested with over 10 years of satisfied clients
What's Included:
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Two 90-minute Prenatal Sessions – Deep dive into birth preferences, labor techniques, and postpartum preparation
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Birth Planning & Decision-Making Support – Understand interventions, advocate for your needs, and craft a birth plan that actually works
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Mindful Labor Preparation – Learn breathwork, movement, and coping techniques tailored to your body and birth goals
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Sacred Space Holding & Emotional Preparation – Process fears, explore your intuition, and cultivate a deep sense of trust in yourself and your birth journey
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One 90-minute Postpartum Session
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Tailor your plan for Wellness & Recovery
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Review feeding, newborn care, and nutritional requirements for postpartum
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Emotional processing of birth experience and healing strategies
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Personalized Resources & Referrals – Get expert recommendations for childbirth education, lactation, newborn care, and postpartum wellness