With Her KC

A doula is a non-medical provider, who gives continuous emotional, physical, and informational support before, during, and after birth.

A doula is hired in addition to your main provider (Doctor or Midwife) Your doula is your go to resource for questions and guidance. So many mothers feel like they are shooting in the dark with childbirth education, finding a provider they love, and navigating complications. A doula is a great step in the right direction if you want to feel on top of your pregnancy and birth.

Having a doula has been shown to improve birth outcomes, reduce unnecessary interventions, and help you and your partner remain calm, informed, and confident as you navigate your birth.

Not at all. My role is to support both of you. A huge part of my job is to strengthen your connection, not replace it. I help your partner feel confident in how to support you physically and emotionally. Your partner knows you in and out. I know birth! Together, we make a strong support team. I do my best to give couples plenty of space to relax and let labor flow.

Yes!

It is evidence based that having a doula on your birth team can significantly improve birth outcomes. Having a doula can:

• Reduce Cesarean rates by up to 28%

• Significantly reduce the use of Pitocin and other interventions

• Shorten time in labor by approximately 25%

• Increase the chance of a spontaneous vaginal birth

• Improve birth satisfaction and reduce risk of postpartum anxiety or depression

• Improve parental bond with baby

• Significantly improve breastfeeding outcomes

These outcomes are backed by extensive research—including the Cochrane Review—and show that continuous support from a doula is one of the most effective, low-risk ways to improve birth experiences.

I am joyful to serve at mothers in home, hospital, and birth center settings throughout the Kansas City area—within approximately a 1-hour radius from South KCMO. Wherever you choose to give birth, I’m there to help you feel safe, respected, and empowered.

I am happy to serve within approximately a 1-hour radius from the Grandview triangle in Missouri.

I typically join you in early active labor, when contractions are becoming stronger and more regular. We’ll stay in close contact during early labor via phone or text for virtual support until I am needed physically. From the time you give me a call needing me in person, to the time I am by your side, allow up to 2 hours.

While loving support from family and friends is incredibly valuable, the role of a trained doula is unique and cannot be fully replaced. As a professional doula, I bring specialized knowledge of birth physiology, comfort techniques, advocacy, and emotional support tailored to each stage of labor. Unlike loved ones, I’m focused solely on you without emotional overwhelm or distractions—providing calm, steady guidance no matter how your birth unfolds.