Kelsi Wathen - Birth & Postpartum Doula

About Kelsi

Pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood are monumental rites of passage. It is my deepest desire that all families feel seen, supported, and well-resourced through the journey of bringing a child into the world. As a birth and postpartum doula, I am dedicated to offering unbiased support, evidence-based information, and a warm, grounded presence. I am here to walk alongside you and tend to your needs on your unique path to parenthood. My approach is rooted in a blend of traditional wisdom, modern research, and my own experience as a mother and care provider. I value informed consent and strive to ensure the families I work with feel educated and prepared for the profound, transformational experience awaiting them. I deeply trust in the innate wisdom of the body, birth, and maternal instinct. My intention as a birth companion is to be an unwavering source of confidence in your ability to birth your baby. It’s truly an honor to be trusted in such intimate spaces, and it’s a role I don’t take lightly. I am continually humbled by the beauty of witnessing these tender moments. In my downtime, you'll find me spending time with my family, exploring the forest, baking, and nerding out about women's health.

Birth & Postpartum Doula packages and pricing

Birth Package

2+ prenatal visits (depending on when we begin working together)
Labor & birth support beginning in active labor
2 postpartum visits

$1,500 USD · Flat rate

Postpartum Doula Care

Postpartum visits may include nourishing food and beverage prep, practical household help, postpartum-specific body therapies, emotional support, education, and/or ceremony. Visits are a minimum of 3 hours. Packages are available for a discounted rate.

$45 USD · Per hour

Donation-Based Birth Support

I am currently offering donation-based birth support for those who may be having a hard time accessing a doula. Please contact me for more information.

$0 USD · Flat rate

Accepted insurance

Aetna Aetna Better Health Cigna First Choice Health Health Net Moda Health Providence Health Plans Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield UnitedHealthcare Message Kelsi to confirm coverage for your plan.

What to expect

Birth packages include at least two prenatal visits, in which we will get to know each other and plan how I can best support you. We may discuss birth preferences, physiologic birth norms, prenatal care options, planning for postpartum, and more. I will be on call from 37 weeks to attend your birth. I will meet you at your home or desired birth place during active labor and will stay with you until you and baby are settled in after birth. During labor, I will be present to offer you (and your partner/family) emotional and physical support, information around choices that may come up, and help with older children. I will support your care team in creating an environment that makes you feel safe and held and allows for birth to unfold physiologically. Birth packages also include two postpartum visits. These visits may include nourishing food and beverage prep, practical household help, postpartum-specific body therapies, emotional support, education, and/or ceremony. Additional postpartum visits may be added as desired. I also offer postpartum-only packages and a la carte postpartum services for families who are desiring support after birth.

Reviews for Kelsi Wathen

5.0 2 reviews

5.0

May 9, 2026

Kelsi was my post partum doula and she was absolutely amazing - during a difficult time!! She sat down with us to talk about our postpartum intentions and was thoughtful about our personal considerations - work schedules, pets, gardens etc. this was so helpful to bring us together to help us be realistic about our expectations. When the time came, Kelsi was there for the birth. A blur to me now but I remember being dutifully taken care or. She was a supportive presence in the delivery and like a little magic creature , she tidied up after the ordeal whilst midwives tended to me. I completely trust her to take care of my home and my creatures, but me and baby above all. Kelsi’s food deliveries were exceptional and I still crave her food. Massages were great, moxa fabulous. A gentle but supportive presence, friendly and professional. I am so glad she is a part of those memories for me. Endless praise and thanks for Kelsi!!

— AMELIA WHITNEY

5.0

April 3, 2026

Kelsi supported my toddler & I with hair tissue mineral analysis and honestly it was life changing for us. At 1.5 years postpartum, chronically sleep deprived, stressed and still breastfeeding, I was struggling with my health and some concerning symptoms in my daughter that weren’t resolving no matter what I tried. Through our HTMA sessions I learned so much about our mineral status that really validated and explained the issues I was having. The protocol Kelsi gave us was thorough, gentle and properly attuned to our systems’ specific needs. We’ve been supporting our minerals for 6 months and are seeing some big shifts! Mineral balancing with Kelsi’s support has without a doubt been the most impactful thing I’ve ever done for my health, I recommend her to anyone who’s wanting to support their overall well being, and especially those with children, as mom & baby’s health is inherently interconnected.

— Samantha Wilkins

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Certifications, training, and specialties

Certification and training

Breastfeeding Basics for Doulas - Doula Love (2026)
Physiologic Baby Care - Innate Traditions (2021)
Holistic Doula - The Matrona (2021)
INNATE Postpartum Care Provider - Innate Traditions (2021)
THW DONA Birth Doula - Doula Love (2026)

Languages

English

Specialties

Birth Doula Health Coach Healthy Eating Herbal Postpartum Care Home Birth Infant Care Labor Doula Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Nutritional Counseling Placenta Encapsulation Postpartum Care Postpartum Doula Care Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum

Certifications, training, and credentials are listed by the provider. Bornbir doesn't verify them, so ask Kelsi for a copy of any certificate you rely on.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Kelsi charge?

Kelsi's Birth Package is $1,500 USD, flat rate. Kelsi lists 3 packages in all.

Does Kelsi accept insurance?

Kelsi lists Aetna, Aetna Better Health, Cigna, First Choice Health, Health Net, Moda Health, Providence Health Plans, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, and UnitedHealthcare as accepted insurance. Message Kelsi to confirm coverage for your plan.