MISSION

My goal as birth support is to empower women to make informed choices so they can surrender to the power of God’s design for birth.

God designed you “…for such a time as this”.
Esther 4:14

I serve north county San Diego and Temecula valley areas.

I am a DONA International certified doula.

I am a Tricare approved provider and wife of a veteran.

I am committed to my families through continual learning and education, including being trained in Spinning Babies techniques.

My passion for informed birth started with my first pregnancy and birth, and the fire was flamed with my second. I had a scheduled c-section with my firstborn and then went on to have an unmedicated VBAC with my second at a birth center. It was then that I knew I was being called to birthwork.

I do this work because birth matters.

My mission to empower is achieved through a 3-fold approach:

I offer detailed discussion of your plans for labor and birth. We will explore any fears you may have during our prenatal visits.
I give physical support when you go into labor through positioning and advocacy.
I visit during the early postpartum period to process your birth with you and to ensure you and baby are off to a great start.

Kristen Vetter, certified doula in San Diego

Why choose me?

Evidence-Based Education

I bring unbiased resources so you can make the best decision for you and your family.

Mindset Approach

We talk about ways you can train your mind for the big day

A Servant's Heart

I love to serve families during their transition into parenthood.

Birth doula package includes:

+ 2 or more prenatal visits

+ prenatal text/call support

+ continuous emotional and physical support during your labor and birth

+ 1 in-home postpartum visit

+ total cost: $1,500

-Payment plans available-

Here is what some of my clients have said:

"Kristen is a gem of a doula. From the beginning she was encouraging, empowering, and accessible. Her care was showered with kindness and her doula practices were backed by evidence-based information. I believe she was meant to be part of this journey and provided such peace to this birth story. Overall, Kristen is genuine. I feel like I gained more than a doula, I gained a friend! Love her."

"As a determined woman focused on her career path, my pregnancy came unplanned and at a time that I was not ready. However, after a lot of self reflecting, I decided that I wanted to make a change in my life and have a child... even if it meant doing it alone. It wasn’t until my hospital tourat that I realized I needed someone by my side to help me achieve my dream of a natural birth. When searching I came across Doula Match. Unfortunately, a financial bump had occurred in my life and I could no longer continue with their services. Shortly after deciding to part ways, I was notified that Kristen Vetter was willing to step up and take me on as a client and work with my needs! Kristen helped prepare me for the unexpected and unknown. As much research as I did on my own, she also wanted me to focus on the beauty of bringing new life into this world no matter which way they came. She was always there to answer any questions I had along with sent me additional information to review. When the day came, Kristen showed up and helped me labor through the night at my house. My contractions were all over the place, but she trusted me and my body. She took me to the hospital and when checking in we were surprised to find out I wasn’t very far along, however, I ended up progressing very quickly. A moment came when I found myself wanting to give in and receive medication and she stood by and supported me… fortunately, my son wanted to be in the world right away and natural was the way he came. Even then, if it wasn’t for all of Kristen’s help to prepare for this moment and her methods to keep me calm, I wouldn’t have been able to tell my inspiring and amazing birth story to everyone. I’m still so thankful and grateful for Kristen being by my side during my son’s birth and just supporting me as a woman and mother!! I was very blessed to have her as my Doula!"

"My husband and I worked with Kristen in preparation for the birth of our first child and had a wonderful experience. Kristen has a calm, assuring and caring way about her that put us at ease and made it clear that we wanted her support during the birthing and delivery process. Kristen facilitated two pre-birth sessions at our home where we went over birthing preferences, stages of labor and many other resources that she tailored to our circumstances and needs. She was available by text and phone to answer questions and consult throughout my pregnancy. We are very grateful to have had Kristen with us during the birth of our daughter as well. She talked us through options and decisions for working through early contractions at home and in deciding when to go to the hospital. She was a warm and assuring presence during many hours of labor and provided physical support like counter pressure and massage to aid in my comfort during laboring. Kristen also came for a postpartum visit and brought delicious stew, and personal care items and debriefed with us about the labor experience. We can't recommend Kristen enough to expecting families looking for an educated and empathetic teammate and companion for the birthing process."