TEMPORARY MESSAGE for Kathie's Win/Win Fundraiser includes an array of events, services, and opportunities, from Seasonal Drum Circles to Enneagram Consults. From collectible items to practical new-in-the-box deals. From a Book Club themed Online Writing Group to a Labyrinth event in Grand Terrace. From Practical Clean-up assistance for your Gmail to a Patti's Paint Parteez for fun, friendship and creative adventures. Everyone wins.

Dance KN

Hello! I'm Kathie the doula and here's how I can help:

  1. Listen to you deeply.
  2. Hear your heart's desire for your birth.
  3. Ask questions to make sure I understand you fully.
  4. Offer education and teaching moments.
  5. Guide you as your body leads.
  6. Help you to ride with waves of change or surprises as birth unfolds.
  7. Help you to flow with the body's plan.
  8. Support you after the birth in ways that fit your vision and comfort level.

 

"Kathie’s services were invaluable in helping me to heal my birth story. Following the birth of my daughter, I was left with a whiplash of complicated emotions. Kathie guided me through these raw emotions, helping me to process the most painful parts. Her nurturing and non-judgmental demeanor made me feel safe, and I am deeply grateful." -Macon

"Kathie's BFW Classes helped us to prepare for the unknown: labor & delivery and a new life with a new little one . . ."

" . . . her wisdom, gentleness, and non-judgmental spirit were our faithful guides. We are so grateful for her!" - Mandy and Matt

"Kathie was our doula for the birth of our third child. Before his arrival, she helped us heal from previous birth trauma and reclaim rituals to welcome him . . ."

". . . during his birth, her calm and confident knowledge of a woman's birthing body helped him make his way peacefully. Kathie is a wise elder that will nurture and help you grow your family." - Anna V

"Kathie is an intuitive teacher and comforting advocate. She gave me courage, knowledge, resilience and love in the anticipation of baby and during the labyrinth of labor!" - Erin M.

"As a husband working to support my wife through birth, I can truly say that having Kathie as our doula to support both of us was invaluable. That she's so knowledgeable, capable and present is just the start of it . . .

. . . it was her wisdom, her attention, her care and her confidence that rooted us in the moments when we needed it most."  - Rana B.

"Kathie, thank you for all your help and support during my first pregnancy. Your experience as a mother and as a doula guided me through every step of the process . . . "

" . . . and during my second pregnancy I found Birth Story Listening to be especially helpful while working through my feelings post-birth. It helped me to release certain feelings and expectations before the birth of my second child."  - M. Garcia

"Thank you for all your help, guidance, and advocacy throughout my pregnancy. You are a warm light in my small world and I appreciate all the time we have had together." - Jasmine

"Thank you for allowing me to be open with you, for being absolutely supportive with responding to my needs and guiding me towards a much more easing path of reflection. I am so honored to be with you for this journey."  - Emily V.

 

WHEN GIVING BIRTH WE BEGIN IN CURIOSITY . . .

What do I need to know to give birth?

How can I create a Safe Environment in any birth location?

How can I meet Unexpected Surprises with Resilience?

How can I plan for Practical Solutions postpartum?

Birth does not ask you to be fearless. It asks you to be Brave.

Britta Bushnell, PhD

Deeper questions you may be pondering:

What does it mean to tune into my curiosity?

How do I tune into my instinct?

How does fear come into play in birth?

Once you start approaching your body with curiosity rather than with fear, everything shifts.                                                                            -Bessel Van der Kolk, MD

 

Kathleen Neff, CD - Birth Doula and Childbirth Educator

Certified Doula with Birthing From Within since 2012

Kathie has been Serving Families in the Inland Empire & Surrounding Areas since 2009.

She is currently serving both Private and Insured Families:

Private Clients

RAYA Health Clients

Kaiser Commercial or HMO Clients

Medi-Cal Clients

Experience Includes:

* Certified with BFW, 2012 to Present

* Certified with DONA, 2011-2020

* Lifestyle Educator with Kaiser, 2015-2020

* BFW Professional Trainer, 2020-2025

* Extensive training in Trauma Informed Care, Birth Equity, and Informed Decision Making.

Pain Coping Workshop Labor
BFW_logoLabyrinth
Virtual Pregnancy Support California

Pregnancy and Birth Coaching

Book a phone coaching call if you just need a quick dose of support or if you have questions.

  • Exploring hospital, home or birth center as possible birth locations
  • Discussing your particular needs in birth preparation and how I might assist you
  • Email replies are no cost: myseasonswithin@gmail.com
  • Phone Consult: $40 for 60-minutes
Birth Story Listening Sessions

Birth Story Labyrinth Listening Sessions: In Person or Online

The Birth Story Labyrinth process is designed to help explore any residual feelings you may have from a challenging experience giving birth. 

"The bad news is that trauma exists. The good news is, it's not a life-sentence." Dr. Peter A. Levine

A gentle, yet powerful, process to explore challenges that came up during your birth and view them through a unique lens. This process can be helpful in offering:

  • access to greater peace of mind;
  • as preparation for a subsequent birth;
  • as a helpful tool for birth givers and birth workers alike.

Appointments by phone or in person.

Fee: $150 with sliding scale available, no questions asked. I make this process available with all birth packages.

Contact me to get started..

Service Area

Serving the Greater Los Angeles Area including Riverside & San Bernardino Counties since 2009.

E-mail

kathieneff@gmail.com

Please enter your name.
Please enter a subject.
Please enter a message.
Birthing from Within Professional Trainer