black doula Kelli Blinn during childbirth education class holding pelvis

Services

Your guide for the journey of pregnancy, birth, and your baby's first months.

Whether you're a first-time parent who wants to know everything or you just need a refresher on a few topics, I have answers to help you prepare for the big day and beyond. Once your little one is in your arms, I'm here to support you, too, and together, we'll figure out how you find the answers in your new normal.

Kelli Blinn doula posing with labor doula client after giving birth in Bexley Ohio

Labor Doula Support

As your doula, I walk alongside you during pregnancy as a companion and guide and I support you during labor and birth. I offer continuous, one-on-one, personalized care, as well as educational information, physical support, and emotional support to the birthing person and anyone else they choose to have present for delivery.

  • Up to 2 prenatal visits, 90 minutes each.

  • Phone/text/email support.

  • On call 24/7 at 37 weeks of pregnancy (unless medically indicated that Baby will come earlier).

  • 1 postpartum follow-up visit, 1 hour (optional). 

Kelli Blinn's pile of wrapped baby shower gifts
Kelli Blinn educating families during private childbirth education class in Westerville ohio

Gift Registry Consultations

In a private, 2-hour virtual session we will discuss your hopes, plans, and goals for life with a new baby and create a list of items that will help ease your transition into parenthood.

  • Creating a baby registry doesn’t have to be stressful and overwhelming. Let me be your guide!

Classes

All classes are private and customizable to make sure we cover the things that you are most curious about. Click the button below to start a conversation about scheduling classes to prepare you and your loved ones for the big changes to come!

  • Split up over a few sessions or simply a 2-hour refresher, these private classes cover the how, when, and why of labor and birth and are tailored to meet your specific needs and requests.

  • A unique option designed to help parents transition to life with a newborn. Done in the comfort of your home with all of the items you've acquired for your baby, topics covered include diapering, feeding, bathing, safe sleep, and more.

  • Virtual, 2-hour sessions to prepare you for what life will be like after your baby arrives. We'll focus on physical and emotional recovery, how to set up your home for a newborn, and there will be tips to help your transition be as smooth as possible.

Testimonials

  • "Kelli came highly recommended to us from a couple of people and we were so pleased with our experience with her.

    Initially, we had thought of the doula relationship as primarily taking place during delivery; what we weren’t expecting and appreciative of was how Kelli was present for us leading up to birth and after. She is patient and provides information for us and empowered us to decide what would work best for us - without judgment. She fills the knowledge gaps and support within the networks of medical providers and others. Thank you, Kelli!”

    -Laura S.

  • "As soon as I met Kelli I knew right away that I wanted her by my side during labor and delivery.

    She is very informative, laidback and an amazing coach/supporter not only for me, but for my husband as well. As first time parents we couldn’t have asked for a better person to help bring our little one into this world! I highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for a doula!”

    -Tiffany M.

  • "I knew after my first conversation with Kelli that I wanted her in my corner during my labor and delivery.

    “I had first time mom anxieties, but her regular check ins made me feel prepared and educated. It was a huge help to both myself and my husband to have Kelli there during my (very long) labor. She knew what to do before it was even asked and was the perfect go-between amid the healthcare providers and myself. I felt encouraged and empowered with her by my side. I would recommend her to anyone considering a doula!”

    -Alexa K.

  • "Working with Kelli as our doula was the best thing we could have done to prepare ourselves for childbirth and the arrival of our baby.

    Kelli was extremely attentive throughout my pregnancy and checked in with me after my appointments. I really came to see Kelli as a pregnancy and birth mentor. During my labor Kelli was a tremendous support for both my husband and me. Looking back at my labor Kelli made some critical suggestions along the way that allowed me to have more autonomy and greatly improved my birth experience. I am so grateful for Kelli's calming, confident and nurturing presence throughout my pregnancy and birth.“

    -Kristy C.

  • "From the dad's perspective: We knew from our first conversation that wanted to work with Kelli.

    The calming presence that assured us during that first meeting was the same throughout the entire process. There are many unknowns for a first-time parent, but we never felt lost for long because Kelli was always there to fill in the gaps. It felt so good to have her in our corner not only during labor and delivery, but throughout the pregnancy. Kelli enabled us to have the birth experience we wanted—she never forced us in a certain direction—but she also provided guidance and insight along the way. I can't imagine using another doula. She's fantastic.”

    -James C.

  • "Kelli embodies a type of grit and grace that is both balanced and unique.

    After battling through years of infertility, my husband and I finally became pregnant with our warrior baby. I knew immediately that I wanted Kelli as a part of my birthing tribe. I loved that she took the time to carefully discuss our desires and expectations leading up to our daughter's birth. The emotional and physical support that she exhibited during our labor was unparalleled. Following our delivery she remained present to assist with simple things like ordering food and more complex tasks like breastfeeding. Above all she ensured that I could do nothing else but enjoy my daughter. We are so thankful to her for providing us exceptional care after our long awaited miracle.”

    -Jessye O.

  • "Having Kelli as my doula was the best decision I made for my birth experience.

    I was beyond pleased with her throughout my pregnancy and into the labor and delivery experience. I recommend to everyone who is pregnant that they explore hiring a doula, no matter what type of birth they are planning or what type of provider they have. It was a huge relief to have someone advocating for me and my desires, who knew me and my wishes, and was with me the whole time.”

    - Rachel C.

  • "When I prepared for the birth of my second child, I knew that I wanted Kelli in the delivery room with me.

    She offered support to both me and my husband throughout labor and delivery, and because of her constant support and knowledge, my labor and delivery went better than we could have hoped. My son was welcomed into the world, and Kelli was right there (ready to catch him because the midwife was between patients!). Kelli is compassionate, knowledgable, and skilled at handling any situations thrown her way, and I cannot imagine my birth experiences without her.

    - Hilary H.

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