An Expert Doula Who’s Got Your Back
Holding Your Hands, Hips and Heart Through Every Step of the Way
Transform Your Birth Experience with a Doula
Childbirth is a profound journey, full of both joy and uncertainty, and every parent deserves to feel seen, supported, and empowered along the way. As a birth doula, my mission is to ensure that you are fully informed and present at every stage of the process—so that no question goes unanswered and no need goes unnoticed. Research shows that continuous doula support can reduce interventions, shorten labor, and increase satisfaction with your birth experience—and most importantly, it gives you the steady, trusted presence you deserve.
In the swirl of rotating staff, shift changes, and unexpected moments in the birth room, I am the constant you can rely on—someone who knows your preferences, understands your vision, and advocates for your voice. My role is to offer continuous, hands-on support, helping you feel grounded, informed, and cared for as labor unfolds.
Support For Your Journey
-
Clarify Your Vision
We’ll explore your goals, values, and any fears, making sure your provider, birth location, and plan feel truly aligned.Birth Education
Learn what labor really looks and feels like—from physiology and hormones to interventions and advocacy.Hands-On Support
Practice comfort techniques and labor tools, with guidance for your partner to show up in meaningful ways.Birth Preferences
We’ll craft your personalized birth preferences and provide a printed copy to share with your care team.Postpartum Prep
Create a realistic plan for recovery, support, boundaries, nourishment, and rest in those first tender weeks. -
Emotional Grounding
Ongoing reassurance and presence to help you feel safe, seen, and connected throughout labor.Hands-On Comfort
Massage, counter-pressure, and soothing techniques to support your body’s rhythm and ease intensity.Nourishment & Rest
Gentle reminders to eat, hydrate, and rest so you can stay strong and centered.Movement & Positioning
Guided positions and movement to support comfort and help labor flow naturally.Partner Support
I help your partner feel confident, involved, and connected with hands-on guidance and emotional support.Advocacy
I help you stay informed and communicate clearly with your care team—so your preferences are understood and respected. -
Immediate Postpartum Care (1–2 hours after birth)
Advocate for and support your post-birth preferences for both you and your baby.
Provide immediate newborn education and reassurance.
Ensure your basic needs are met—you’re comfortable, baby is in your arms, and nourishing food is on the way.
Offer lactation support and guidance for infant feeding.
Ongoing Support
Continued text and phone support until you're comfortably settled at home.
A follow-up in-home postpartum visit (3–10 days after birth) to check in, revisit your birth experience, and provide practical postpartum support.
Birth Packages
-
Premier support for families who want focused doula care.
One complimentary consultation before booking
Two in-person prenatal visits
One postpartum planning call
Exclusive Golden Hour Guidebook — curated resources, referrals, and evidence-based education
24/7 on-call support beginning at 38 weeks
Continuous in-person labor support from the moment you call through two hours postpartum
Reliable backup doula support
Birth photos + videos (iPhone)
One postpartum visit
-
Expanded support for families seeking intentional postpartum care
Everything in the Essential Package Plus:
+12 hours of in-home postpartum doula support (daytime hours | 4 hours min | 6 hours max)
+60 minute herbal foot soak + massage
+Personalized postpartum recovery basket with organic, herbal healing essentials no matter how you birth
-
Comprehensive, full-circle support for families seeking education and keepsakes.
Everything in the Nurture Package Plus:
+Your choice of a comprehensive childbirth education class: Lamaze Series (12 hours), Express + Refresh, VBAC Prep or Homebirth Prep
+In-home newborn + family photography session (60 minutes)
*Discounted rates are available for repeat clients and for Northfield, MN residents planning to give birth locally.
Insurance Coverage + Payment Options
*I accept HSA and FSA cards, and I’ve supported families who have successfully received reimbursement through private insurance for doula care. Coverage can vary widely, so I always encourage you to reach out to your provider to explore what your plan may include.
*Care should feel accessible. If you’re feeling drawn to this support, I welcome you to connect with me—we can always talk through payment options and find an approach that feels aligned and doable for your family.
Ways families often support their doula investment:
— HSA/FSA funds may be applied toward doula services, depending on your provider
— Some families receive partial reimbursement through private insurance
— Some choose to invite their community in—gathering contributions through baby showers or gifting circles, with all funds applied directly toward doula care.
*Prices & Packages are Subject to Change
5 stars on Google Reviews (27)
What Families Are Saying…
“Highly highly recommend! The level of physical and mental support Kat provided my partner and myself, I don’t know where to begin.. As a first time parent, she provided a lot of guidance throughout my pregnancy and helped my partner and I prepare for what to expect pregnancy and postpartum. Kat is amazing at what she does. She’s attentive, empathetic, and a joy to be around!”
— Parisa L.“Choosing Kat to be our birth doula was the easiest and best decision we made for the birth of our son! Kat is the most genuine, intuitive and educated doula I know. As a birth doula myself, hiring Kat as our doula was a very deliberate choice. Her ability to hold space during such a precious time helped make the experience so beautiful for us, even when I had to make decisions I otherwise would've been fearful of. The flow of birth comes so naturally to her. I look forward to giving birth again and having Kat as our doula in the future!”
— Babs N.“I was able to have such a beautiful birth experience thanks to Kat! She has such a warm and kind personality. She brought a calming energy to my birth which was just what I needed! I loved that she made sure to check in on me periodically during both my pregnancy and the postpartum period, in addition to being there for my labor.”
— Arizona B.