Kristan Perry-Robinson

Accepts insurance

Kristan Perry-Robinson

Accepts insurance

Birth & Postpartum Doula

Frederick, Maryland

5.0

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About me

As a Trauma-Responsive Doula, I provide holistic, compassionate care to individuals and families throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period. My work centers on creating safe, empowering, and healing experiences for those who have been impacted by trauma, helping them navigate the perinatal journey with dignity, confidence, and support of their mental health and well-being for a successful pregnancy journey. I approach each client relationship with deep respect for their lived experience and autonomy, integrating trauma-informed and responsive principles of safety, trust, empowerment, collaboration, and cultural responsiveness. From the first prenatal session through postpartum recovery, I focus on identifying emotional triggers, fostering body awareness, and supporting informed decision-making. I help clients develop personalized antepartum, birth and postpartum care plans that emphasize consent, comfort, and self-advocacy that honors their voice and their birth story. My professional practice is grounded in continuous learning and reflection. I regularly pursue advanced training in maternal care, trauma-informed and responsive care, reproductive justice and perinatal mental health to remain current with best practices and to strengthen the quality of support I offer. By integrating both advocacy and education, I aim to break cycles of intergenerational trauma and promote emotional resilience for every family I serve.

Education

Doctorate of Ministry (2025)

Certification and training

Labor Doula and Postpartum & Infant Care Doula Certification, ProDoula (2026)

Memberships and affiliations

ProDoula

DONA (Doulas of North America)

PSI (Postpartum Support International)

PRC (Perinatal Resource Collective)

AACC (American Association of Christian Counselors)

Credentials

CBE MPH CD-PIC CD (ProDoula)

Specialties

Anger Management Anxiety Anxiety and Depression Aromatherapy Assertiveness Asthma Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Babywearing Belly Binding Birth and Lactation Birth Assistant Birth Doula Birth Photographer Birth Support Birth Trauma Breastfeeding Support Evidence-Based Care Exclusive Pumping/Bottle Feeding Faith-Based Counseling Grief and Loss Healthy Eating High Risk and Low Intervention Obstetrical Care High-Risk Pregnancy Hospital Birth Identity Development Infant Care Labor Doula Life Transitions Loss and Bereavement Doula Mental Health Mindfulness Mood Disorders Motivational Interviewing Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Newborn, Baby, & Birth Photography Nipple and Breast Pain Overnight Newborn Care Perinatal and Infant Loss Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Perinatal Mood Disorders Postpartum Care Postpartum Depression Postpartum Doula Care Pregnancy Complications Pregnancy Loss Premature Infants Prenatal Care Prenatal Lactation Education Prenatal Life Recurrent Miscarriages Relaxation Techniques Self-Compassion Self-Esteem Spirituality Stress Management Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Support in Pregnancy Loss Telehealth Trauma Recovery Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)

Languages

English

Accepted insurance

Aetna Better Health Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield Carrot Community First Health Plans Jai Medical Systems Kaiser Permanente Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid) Maryland Physicians Care Medicaid MedStar Family Choice Tricare UnitedHealthcare Community Plan

Service introduction

Doula care does not begin and end in the delivery room. Sojourner Doula Care provides trauma-informed, whole-person support throughout pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Services include high-risk pregnancy support, birth planning, labor coaching, childbirth education, postpartum care and planning, NICU and bereavement support, as well as perinatal mental health peer support. Each family receives professional, non-medical care shaped around their needs, values and informed choices with prayer and Scripture offered by consent.

Packages

Birth Presence: Labor & Birth Support Only

Compassionate, in-person support for labor and birth. Includes a prenatal virtual meet-and-connect visit (up to one hour), 24/7 on-call phone, email and text access beginning at 37 weeks, up to 12 consecutive hours of labor and birth support (when in active labor and delivery), support for the mother and her chosen birth partner and up to one hour of immediate postpartum presence following The Golden Hour. Prayer for the mother, partner and baby is available with consent. Birth planning, childbirth education, additional visits, extended labor support and travel outside the primary service area are priced separately.

$800.00

USD Flat rate

Birth Preparation & Presence

Expanded pregnancy and birth support for families who want more preparation and continuity than the Birth Only Presence package provides. Includes two prenatal visits scheduled according to the family’s needs. Visit topics may include intake, birth preferences, comfort measures, partner preparation, questions for the care team and postpartum planning. Beginning at 37 weeks, the family receives 24/7 on-call phone, email and text access. Birth care includes up to 12 consecutive hours of in-person labor and delivery support, support for the mother and her chosen birth partner and up to one hour of immediate postpartum presence following The Golden Hour. A second postpartum visit takes place approximately six weeks after the family returns home. Prayer and Scripture-based encouragement are available with consent. Childbirth education, additional visits, extended labor support, postpartum care shifts and travel outside the primary service area are priced separately.

$1,500.00

USD Flat rate

The Full Sojourn: Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum Presence

Continuity of care for families who want support throughout pregnancy, labor, birth and the transition home. Includes a one-hour virtual intake and four in-person prenatal visits scheduled around pregnancy milestones, with the final prenatal visit taking place at approximately 36 weeks. Visits may address pregnancy changes, birth preferences, comfort measures, partner preparation, informed questions for the care team and postpartum planning. Private childbirth education for the pregnant mother and one chosen support person is included at no additional cost, a $240 value. Beginning at 37 weeks, the family receives 24/7 on-call phone, email and text access. Birth care includes up to 12 consecutive hours of in-person labor and delivery support, support for the chosen birth partner and up to one hour of immediate postpartum presence following The Golden Hour. The package concludes with a postpartum follow-up visit approximately six weeks after the family returns home. Prayer and Scripture-based encouragement are available with consent. Additional visits, extended labor support, postpartum shifts and travel outside the primary service area are priced separately.

$2,000.00

USD Flat rate

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Ratings and reviews

Average

5.0

# of Reviews

5.0

August 24, 2026

Ms. Kristan is very knowledgeable and caring. She really takes her time to listen to the client to meet them where they are. If you are in need of a birth or postpartum doula, she’s your doula!

- Equan R.

5.0

August 24, 2026

Kristan Perry-Robinson is not only professional but aware of fathers wanting to be more involved with this process. She educated me on topics I was not aware of and showed me opportunities where my involvement mattered in my significant others journey through pregnancy. I feel more prepared than I ever was previously and will recommend her services to anyone deciding to bring new life into this world!

- Jean-Kristien S.

Frequently asked questions

Do you accept Maryland Medicaid?

Yes. Eligible Maryland Medicaid members may receive doula services at no cost while pregnant or within 180 days after pregnancy. Doula care may not be automatically offered, so contact your Managed Care Organization and ask specifically about its doula benefit. Maryland Medicaid’s 8:1 model covers attendance at labor and delivery plus up to eight perinatal visits. The mother may choose how to divide those visits between prenatal and postpartum support within Medicaid’s coverage requirements. Medicaid services, visit limits and reimbursement follow state and MCO guidelines rather than Sojourner Doula Care’s private-pay packages. Please ask about doula care early so eligibility, plan participation and availability can be confirmed before services begin.

What does trauma-informed and responsive doula care mean?

Trauma-informed care recognizes that past or present experiences may affect how a mother feels about pregnancy, examinations, medical environments, touch, communication and loss of control. Trauma-responsive care goes further by adapting support to what the mother is experiencing in the moment. I respect her pace, choices, personal boundaries and right to ask questions. When helpful, we can discuss possible triggers, grounding practices and ways she would like her support team to respond during stressful moments.

Do you support high-risk pregnancies and antepartum experiences?

Yes. I provide non-medical support for mothers navigating high-risk pregnancy, activity restrictions, frequent appointments, hospitalization or unexpected changes in pregnancy and birth preparation. Support may include helping the mother prepare questions for her medical team, adjust practical plans, work through concerns and prepare her household for birth and postpartum recovery. Doula care works alongside her medical care and does not replace it.

How do you support my partner or chosen support person?

I work alongside the mother’s partner or chosen support person without replacing them. I can help them understand what the mother may need, suggest comfort measures, offer opportunities for rest and help them remain involved in ways that feel natural and supportive.

What is Perinatal Mental Health Peer Support?

Perinatal Mental Health Peer Support provides non-clinical care for mothers experiencing emotional strain, overwhelm, identity changes, grief or recovery-related concerns during pregnancy and postpartum. Support may include compassionate listening, wellness planning, recognizing when additional help may be needed and connecting the mother with appropriate resources. Peer support does not diagnose or treat a mental health condition and does not replace therapy, psychiatric care or emergency services.

Do I have to participate in prayer or other spiritual practices?

No. Sojourner Doula Care is a Christ-centered practice, but prayer, Scripture-based encouragement and quiet reflection are always offered with consent. You may accept, decline or change your preferences at any time. Declining spiritual care will not affect the respect or professional doula support you receive.

Do you offer NICU and bereavement support?

Yes. I provide non-medical support for families navigating a NICU experience, pregnancy loss, stillbirth or infant loss. Care is shaped around the family’s immediate needs and may include compassionate presence, emotional support, practical planning, help identifying resources and Christ-centered care with consent. I do not rush grief or place spiritual expectations on how a family should respond.

What is your service area?

Sojourner Doula Care serves families within approximately 60 minutes (generally 45 minutes) of Frederick, Maryland. Travel beyond the primary service area may be considered, with any travel arrangements discussed during consultation.

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Nearby cities

Mount Airy, MD Gaithersburg, MD Leesburg, VA Hagerstown, MD Rockville, MD

LOCATION

Frederick, Maryland

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