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What is a Birth Doula?
A birth doula is a non-medical professional that provides educational, emotional, and physical support before, during, and after childbirth. Continuous support during labor is shown to improve the overall health of mother and baby. It has been associated with shortened labor time, lower need for medical interventions or pain relief, and a reduction in the risk of cesarean section.
The goal of a birth doula is for the mother to feel safe, be informed, and feel that her wishes are heard. Being heard by the provider is a leading variable in the satisfaction of the birth experience. Birth is fluid, it requires adaptation, movement, changes in positions, and perspectives. It is truly a dance between baby and mother.
A birth doula may go from being a cheerleader to a quiet observer, listener, and comforter.
Doula Care with Kenzie
Kenzie provides evidence based information allowing you to make informed decisions. Initial appointments with Kenzie focus on building a relationship with mama and her birth companion to discuss the goals and wishes to create a positive birth experience. Kenzie also meets with you, your medical provider and any friends and family that will be part of the birth. She will be your primary support person or assist your partner in supporting you.
Doula Services with Kenzie:
- Phone and email availability for any questions or concerns.
- On call availability from 37 – 42 weeks
- Continuous support and comfort measures during labor and delivery, including touch techniques, relaxation techniques, vocalization, and warm and cold methods
- Availability for after birth to help establish breastfeeding and any other assistance needed
- Postpartum visits to discuss your birth experience and help with any other needed adjustments
Other Services Kenzie Provides:
- Lactation Counseling
Doula Care With QC Doula Connect
- Prenatal education and preparation
- Continuous birth support
- Lactation counseling
- Pelvic floor care
- Personalized postpartum follow-up
- In-home postpartum doula visits
Doula Care with Iowa Black Doula Collective
A group of passionate birth-justice advocates and experienced educators committed to dismantling racial and cultural barriers in maternal care across Iowa.
What we do:
- Train and prepare doulas from varied backgrounds in evidence-based, equity-centered practices.
- Support BIPOC families through prenatal education, compassionate labor and birth advocacy, and postpartum care.
- Cultivate connections among birthworkers, families, and health-care professionals to strengthen local networks and share best practices.
Why it matters:
BIPOC individuals often face higher rates of maternal mortality, limited culturally responsive care, and a lack of supportive community during the childbearing journey. By empowering doulas of color with rigorous training and creating collaborative spaces, we help close health-outcome gaps, amplify family voices, and build a more just, caring system for every parent and baby in our state.
All pricing is conveniently located on the schedule page under each individual service.
We are an equal opportunity organization and will not allow discrimination based upon age, ethnicity, ancestry, gender, national origin, disability, race, size, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or any other status prohibited by applicable law.
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