Here for parents, babies, and the journey beyond. 🌷
Every birth and family journey is unique. I provide compassionate, evidence-based birth and postpartum support in Flagstaff and the surrounding areas. Care that is tailored to your preferences and goals. Whether you're preparing for birth or adjusting to life with your new baby, I offer calm guidance, hands-on support, and a reassuring presence you can count on every step of the way.
Doula | Birth and Postpartum
Trust features
- Evidence-based Care
- In-home or virtual
- Trauma-aware
- Family-centered
- Reliable and Reassuring
How I can help
Birth Support
Continuous emotional, physical, and informational support throughout pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum period.
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Personalized care for rest, healing, feeding, and finding your family's new household rhythm in the fourth trimester.
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Soothing techniques, sleep, feeding, diapering, bathing, and partner support.
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Meet Kate Ternes
Hi, I’m Kate Ternes. I’m a doula devoted to calm, grounded care for growing families. My approach blends practical support with mindful presence—so you can meet each moment with confidence.
More about KateKind words
"Kate was reliable and listened to our needs. She was on board with helping us establish a sleep schedule and had a lot of insight to offer. We are so grateful we found her, our summer in Flagstaff wouldn't have been possible without her help"
"Kate is super grounded, and gets moms and how they might be tired/overthinking a lot and she sooo understands the pumping/milk daily struggle. Right from the start, I felt completely confident leaving my son with Kate. She's so intuitive with babies and has the most grounded, calming energy. Kate is interactive, playful, and genuinely engaged every time she's with him. I've never once felt embarrassed about the chaos of new motherhood or how messy my house can be—Kate meets it all with grace and understanding. My son lights up when she arrives! She's also a great communicator and incredibly easy to work with. I truly can't recommend her enough."
Why Hire a Doula?
During Birth
- Continuous emotional & physical support
- Comfort techniques (breathing, massage, positioning)
- Advocacy & communication with care team
- Non-judgmental, respectful presence
- Calm, steady support from start to finish
Postpartum Support
- Hands-on newborn care & soothing
- Help with breastfeeding & newborn basics
- Emotional support through the transition
- Assistance with household tasks & meals
- Personalized care tailored to you
Overall Benefits
- Reduced anxiety & increased confidence
- Higher satisfaction with your experience
- Shorter labor & fewer interventions
- Encouragement & validation during vulnerable times