Hello and welcome, friend!
I’m Kelsey, a birth doula serving Sonoma and the surrounding counties, and I am incredibly passionate about what I do. From education in pregnancy and help with baby shopping, to hands on birth support, to postpartum check ins, I am there for you every step of the way.
The word “doula” comes from Ancient Greek, meaning “a woman who serves.” Today, the meaning of doula has morphed into a simple phrase: Mothering the Mother
The role of the doula is an ancient one. Years ago, when women exclusively gave birth at home in the care of skilled midwives, women had their female family members support and guide them. But with the development of obstetrics and hospital births in the last century, women became estranged from the birth process, and family members lost sufficient knowledge and confidence to guide a woman.
My goal is to bring happiness, peace, and positivity back into the delivery room. And I cannot wait to go on this journey with you!
About My Services
I offer a number of packages to choose from so that we can find the best option for YOU. Live out of town or having a planned cesarean? No problem! I have packages to accommodate every situation.
Birth Plan Package
Basic Doula Support Package
Ultimate doula support package"A woman in birth is at once her most powerful, and most vulnerable. But any woman who has birthed unhindered understands that we are stronger than we know."
-Marcie Macari
I’m Kelsey, your Sonoma County birth doula
A little about me, I have two little girls. They are my biggest inspiration for why I got into the doula field. After having two of my own traumatic birth experiences, I became incredibly passionate about making sure that other women wouldn’t go through the same things I did. When I learned about what exactly a doula was and what they did, it became something I was called to do. I have absolutely loved my work as a birth doula, and I am thrilled to be there for you as you welcome your little one into the world.
My Favorite Prenatal & Postpartum Resources
Here are a few of my favorite resources I recommend to my clients!
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The Mom Walk Collective
This is a great group to meet new moms, and get active! The group meets twice a month, and you can come when pregnant and after your welcome your little one into the world!
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Victoria Beardslee Photography
Victoria is an extremely talented maternity and newborn photographer in Sonoma County. I have worked with her for years, and you will be in excellent hands with her!
Ashley Schoeppe Photography
Ashley Schoeppe is another wonderfully talented photographer located in Napa County. She also does newborn and maternity, but if you’re looking for someone to shoot your birth, she’s the one for you!
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Silent Nights Sleep Consulting
Kirsty is a Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant. She is located in Denver, Colorado, but she can work with you remotely anywhere in the world! I have personally worked with Kirsty after a year of no sleep with my youngest, and she is absolutely incredible. You and your family are in excellent hands when you work with Kirsty!
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Latched Lactation Co.
Lindsay is a registered nurse, certified lactation educator and the creator of Latched Lactation Co. She is a delight to work with, and can help you with all your breastfeeding concerns.
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Reviv Drip Lounge
Amanda Fenske is the owner of Reviv Drip Lounge. She has been an ER nurse for the past 11 years, and had a desire to use her skills in an alternative way to serve the community
Skin With Karli
Karli is a trained and certified esthetician working out of Healdsburg, CA. Using only the most organic plant compounds, floral waters and boosters by Botnia Skincare, you can trust that your skin is in the best hands with her. She offers a number of different services, including pregnancy safe facials
Frequently Asked Questions
In this section you can dive in to a few frequently asked questions. Please access our Frequently Asked Questions page for more information and additional questions.
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A doula is a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to their client before, during and shortly after childbirth to help them achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible.
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I am! I have had doula training, as well as training in childbirth education. I am currently working toward my DONA certification. DONA International doulas are the world’s best! They are the international leader in evidence-based doula training, certification and continuing education.
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There is one significant difference between a midwife and a doula. Midwives provide medical care for you during pregnancy, birth, and the immediate postpartum period. Doulas provide you and your family with emotional, informational, and physical support during pregnancy, birth and the immediate postpartum period.
I can’t wait to meet you!
Interested in learning more about choosing me as your doula? I look forward to meeting you and discussing options to help you on your journey into parenthood.
yourdoulakels@gmail.com