A doula is a trained professional who provides emotional, physical, and informational support to a birthing person (and their partner/family) before, during, and shortly after childbirth.

A midwife is a medical provider who can perform clinical tasks like checking fetal heart tones, delivering babies, and monitoring labor medically. A doula provides non-medical support like emotional reassurance, physical comfort measures, and intuitive guidance.

Studies show that people who hire doulas are more likely to have shorter labors, lower rates of interventions (like C-sections), and more positive birth experiences overall. Doulas offer continuous support that is unique and personalized to your needs.

Not at all. Doulas work alongside your partner, family, and birth team to enhance everyone's role. Many partners appreciate having a doula there to help guide and support them, too.

It’s ideal to hire a doula in the second trimester so you have time to build a relationship and plan for your birth, but you can hire a doula at any stage of pregnancy, even in the final weeks.

Yes! Kin & Soil supports births in all settings: homes, hospitals, and birth centers.

Yes, we go on-call for you starting at 37 weeks of pregnancy and remain available 24/7 until your baby arrives.

Our services typically include prenatal visits, continuous labor support, immediate postpartum care, and follow-up visits. We also provide access to resources, referrals, and ongoing communication throughout your journey.

Yes, we also offer postpartum care to help you transition into parenthood. This may include newborn care, feeding support, emotional support, and light household help.

We provide culturally responsive care and honor your traditions, preferences, and boundaries. We strive to create a safe and affirming space for all birthing people.

Absolutely. We support all kinds of births, whether it’s unmedicated, medicated, planned Cesarean, or anything in between. Our role is to support your choices.

Yes, we have experience supporting clients in high-risk scenarios and those planning a VBAC. We’ll work with your care team to make sure your voice is heard and respected.

Yes, payment plans are available. Many clients also use HSA/FSA accounts. Some insurance companies reimburse for doula services. Ask me how I can help with documentation.

Absolutely. We offer free consultations so we can get to know each other and see if we’re a good fit.

In the rare case that we are unavailable due to an emergency, a trusted backup doula will be provided. We’ll make sure you are never without support.

Reach out via the contact form to schedule a free consultation. We look forward to supporting your birth journey!

Reduced Medical Interventions - Lower rates of C-sections, epidurals, and other medical procedures

Critical Representation - Only 9.4% of doulas are Black despite Black mothers facing 3x higher mortality rates

Continuous Support - Uninterrupted care throughout labor (unlike medical staff who change shifts)

Better Birth Outcomes - Shorter labors, increased breastfeeding success, higher satisfaction rates

Personalized Advocacy - Someone who speaks up for your preferences with medical teams

Postpartum Recovery - Guidance on healing, feeding, and family adjustment after birth

Emotional Support - Trauma-informed care that addresses fears and builds confidence

Cost-Effective - Often covered by insurance/Medicaid and prevents costly complications