Website: www.gentletransitionsdoula.com Phone: (919) 604-3402 Type of Practice: Solo practice Clients per Month: 1 to 3 Postpartum Doula Experience: 2 years and 20 families served Area of practice: Apex, NC Travel range: 20 miles Travel comments/restrictions: none Languages spoken: English
Postpartum Doula Certifications
DONA (DONA International)
Other Credentials
Master of Social Work (MSW)
College Education
MA/MS
Specialized training or previous experience:
Over 40
Families conceiving with ART and IVF
Multiples
Clients on bed rest
Special needs babies
Prematurity
Twins
Postpartum mood disorders
Special services available:
ASL (American Sign Language)
Red Cross first aid & CPR classes
Reduced rates for military members/spouses
Reduced rates for women considering adoption
Sibling support (for your older children at the birth)
Antepartum doula
Relevant volunteer or advocacy work: I received my Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from UNC-Ch in 2004. I am a mother of twins who has experience with families conceiving with ART or IVF, pregnancy loss, postpartum depression, crisis intervention, special needs children, and special dietary needs. Volunteer work--Apex Care and Share Coordinator of Triangle Moms of Twins and Triplets (TMOTT) and member of Children's Ministry Committee at St. Paul's in Cary.
Postpartum limits/restrictions: none
Postpartum doula hourly rate: $20 to $25 Fee details: My hourly rate is the same for days and nights, singletons or multiples.
Client Testimonials for Karen Baker, MSW, PCD(DONA)
Gabrielle Rhodes
My family and I used Karen's postpartum doula services after the birth of our twin daughters. She was incredibly helpful, supportive, and patient with my long list of new-parent questions. She has experience with Premies, twins, and special dietary needs which is a hard combination to find in a doula. Karen fit into our family seamlessly and her gentle nature was a welcome presence in our home. With Karen's guidance I felt more confident in caring for my newborns.
Posted 9/4/2011
Patsy Smelko
Karen was the biggest blessing to our family. I had never even heard of a postpartum doula before, but I knew 6 weeks after my twins were born that I needed some help. She helped my family until my twins were 6 months old. She was wonderful with the babies and a great person to talk to. She helped me find answers to any questions and concerns I had. When she was at my house, I felt so relaxed. She helped me take care of the babies, catch up on chores, and she cooked me a meal everyday. She helped me through the toughest time in my life and I will forever be greatful!!!
