Kristen Schell

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Birth Doula
Jackson, Michigan
8 years of experience
About me

Hey badass birthing warrior! I'm a mom of two tiny humans, a certified Birth Doula, Birth Photographer and Childbirth Educator serving expectant families throughout Southeast Michigan. I usually serve within an hour of Jackson, MI. I got my start in birth work by being a wedding and family photographer first. Then on Pinterest, I found birth photography photos and I thought it was beautiful. So I got into birth photography and was hooked. Then after I had my first kid, I took a birth doula training and realized that this was my calling. Not everyone has an empowering birth story and I want to help change the cultural attitude around birth by making them excited, (It's okay to be a little nervous!), confident and prepared for birth. Birth is a transformational experience for both the birthing person and their partner.

Education

Waynesburg University (2012)

Certification and training

Birth Doula, Certification DONA International (2022)

Certified Lamaze Childbirth Educator (2023)

Body Ready Method, Pro (2022)

Memberships and affiliations

DONA International

Lamaze International

Body Ready Method Pro

Credentials
BA
Specialties
Birth and Lactation Birth Doula Birth Photographer Birth Support Birth Videography Breastfeeding Photography Childbirth Education Evidence-Based Care Fresh 48 Photography Labor Doula LGBTQ+ Maternity and Family Photography Maternity and Newborn Photographer Maternity Photography
Languages

English

Accepted insurances
Medicaid Tricare
Service introduction

As a birth doula, I work along side you and your partner on this journey to bring your baby into this world. I’m like your personal Yoda or guide as you navigate your way into early parenthood. As a doula, I provide physical, emotional and informational support for you and your partner before, during and after your baby’s birth. As a birth photographer, I help remember this transformational experience where your child is born and you are born a parent. I help you remember what a badass you are. As a childbirth educator, I help you get informed about the childbirth process, teach you advocacy skills, practice comfort measures all so that we can stack the cards in your favor for the birth experience you desire.

Packages
Birth Doula Package
Includes 5 edited images, text/phone support, 2 prenatals and 1 postpartum visit as well as on call time from 38 weeks until your baby makes their arrival.
$1,500.00
USD Flat rate
Birth Photography
Full edited photo gallery, on call time from 38 weeks until your baby makes their arrival, and my time. Films (highlight reels or birth story film) are an additional fee.
$1,500.00
USD Flat rate
Birth Doula + Birth Photography
Includes everything in Birth Doula Support and Birth Photography package. Plus, a 30 min pregnancy session and a professional photo album.
$1,800.00
USD Flat rate
Upcoming classes
Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Classes - 6 weeks
Online event
Come to a 6 weeks live interactive 1-2 hour(s) classes series with access to online videos and a workbook to help you follow along with course materials (digital or hardcopy format) to learn all about childbirth. The first and final session of each class* cohort will be 2 hours long, all other will be an hour long. Tuesdays: Jan 6 – Feb 10, 2026: 6pm ET over Google Meet (Ideal for those expecting Late Feb/March 2026) What's included in the class? -Six live online meetings with your instructor and classmates to have your questions answered, prepare for birth & early parenthood, and practice labor tools & skills - Five weeks of online videos for you and your partner to watch along with access to library of EBB Signature Articles, birth videos, and special resources - Comprehensive workbook to help you follow along with the course material – available in physical or digital format - Class reunion to reconnect with your instructor and fellow classmates - Prizes! Students receive a labor care package from Kristen after completing the class More information at: https://kristenschellbirth.com/classes/
$249.00
USD
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