TendHer Doula Services and Birth Photography
Danvers, MA
Service range 60 miles
http://www.tendherdoulaservices.com
Birth Fee
$650 to $1000
Postpartum Rate
$45 to $55
Availability Remarks: Daytime - 4 hour minimum; Overnights - 8 hour minimum
Birth Fee
$650 to $1000
Postpartum Rate
$45 to $55
1 years and 1 births attended
2 years and 30 families served
Type of practice: Solo practice
Clients per month: 1 births and 2 to 5 postpartum families
Postpartum limits/restrictions: Non smoking homes preferred.
Attends hospital births? All Hospitals
Attends birth center births? All Birth Centers
Attends home births? Any Home Birth
BA/BS
Rates vary between hours booked, distance traveled, etc.
Danvers, MA
Service range 60 miles
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Post a testimonial for Katie Koelewyn
1/5/2026
Katie was a huge support during our first few weeks as new parents. She was attentive to our needs, helped with laundry and dishes, made sure I was eating, and regularly checked in on how I was doing postpartum. She was wonderful at settling our baby, which allowed me to get longer stretches of sleep.
She clearly loves babies and shared helpful tips that were valuable as first-time parents. I recommend Katie if you're looking for reliable, compassionate overnight support.
11/18/2025
So lucky to work with Katie for baby #2!
We worked with Katie as an overnight postpartum doula over the first 10 weeks with our second baby. Katie was so lovely to work with and brought an amazing mix of care, wisdom, cheerleading, and humor to the long nights those early weeks with a newborn. We always knew our baby was in great hands with Katie overnight and baby girl absolutely loved her. She also took such great care of me in those early days, making me snacks and tea during overnight nursing sessions, helping with dishes and laundry, and checking in on my health and mental health with a never judgmental listening ear. She offered so much wisdom from her time caring for babies and her own experience as a mom but also sourced advice from her network of other doulas when I had specific questions about lactation issues, etc. She checked in between sessions and was always available for a question, a vent, or to celebrate big and small milestones with me as I navigated being a mom of two. We feel so lucky to have worked with Katie!
11/5/2025
I truly don’t know what we would have done without Katie. She joined our new family of 5's chaos when our newborn daughter, Campbell (“Cami”), arrived and somehow managed to make those first six weeks not just survivable — but actually enjoyable.
Katie has an incredible ability to anticipate what both Cami and I needed before we even said it. She was so attentive and diligent when it came to caring for us. But what stood out most was how she didn’t just stop there — she jumped right in to help with our toddlers too, all with patience, warmth, and humor.
Katie went so far above and beyond what I ever expected. She helped make us breakfast, unloaded dishwashers, chopped veggies like a seasoned chef, folded endless piles of laundry, and somehow managed to make me laugh through the exhaustion. She has this amazing proactive “go-get-’em” energy that fills the whole house, and her positive attitude and funny humour is absolutely contagious.
Most importantly, Katie looked out for me — not just as a new mom, but as a person navigating those blurry, emotional, high anxiety days. She checked in on me, encouraged me, and helped me take care of myself, too.
If you’re lucky enough to have Katie in your life, hold on tight — she’s one of a kind. Our family adores her and we’ll be forever grateful for her love, humor, and all-around superhuman energy during those first precious weeks with baby Cami.
Thank you Katie <3
10/30/2025
I had a fantastic experience working with Katie as an overnight doula for my newborn! I was able to sleep really well knowing that my baby was in loving and experienced hands. Katie was very respectful and supportive of our parenting choices, such as working with the snoo, to maintain consistency for baby. With my permission, she made smart choices to give baby small bottles of breast milk instead of waking me up for a top off. She also did and folded so much laundry. These things made a huge difference in my postpartum recovery! In addition to all of this help while on the job, Katie goes above and beyond to help around the clock: sharing resources (eg an amazing lactation consultant), picking up Facebook marketplace items, and checking in frequently and offering support for the myriad of newborn and postpartum challenges we face. On top of all of this, Katie has a great sense of humor and is very easy to talk to! I would recommend Katie to anyone needing help with a newborn and postpartum recovery.
10/28/2025
We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Katie as our night nurse. Her calm presence, professionalism, and genuine compassion made all the difference during those overnight hours. She consistently went above and beyond — ensuring ryleigh was well cared for, keeping detailed notes, and helping us feel confident and supported as new parents.
Her gentle manner, reliability, and deep knowledge of infant care gave us true peace of mind and allowed us to get the rest we needed. We can’t thank her enough for her dedication and kindness. We wholeheartedly recommend Katie to any family looking for exceptional overnight care.
— the O'Connor family
8/20/2025
We and our baby girl love Katie! She's an expert and experienced mother, having raised five of her own. As first time parents we also learned a lot from Katie -- everything from meal times to sleep training. On nights that Katie was with us, our little one slept well, was well fed, and we felt really at ease.
8/8/2025
Katie is a kind and lighthearted person who was lovely to interact with when I was sleep-deprived. She took great care of my 3 month old daughter. She is very flexible and re-assuring and it really shows how much she loves babies.
8/8/2025
Katie was such a critical part of my postpartum recovery and experience - I would absolutely recommend her to anyone seeking help in the fourth trimester. She has a magical ability to get a fussy/clingy baby down to sleep and always went above and beyond to "mother the mother" in our time - often taking care of small household things without my asking but that made our lives so much easier! She genuinely cares and loves babies so much and it SHOWS.
8/8/2025
Katie is truly exceptional. She has been working for us for the past few months helping us with our 3 month old baby girl as I head back to work. She’s been a lifesaver. She is super skilled, deeply attentive, and genuinely caring—clearly someone who loves babies and supporting new mothers. On top of that, she’s just an all-around good human. We share the same sense of humor, so having her in our home has been both comforting and fun. I work from home, and she fits seamlessly into our routine, making life so much easier. I would 1000% recommend her to any new parents—whether you need overnight help to finally catch up on sleep or daytime support to make the newborn stage more manageable.
4/28/2025
Katie is so kind, caring, and easy to talk to. She knew just what was needed and encouraged me to take care of myself. Getting some much needed rest while our baby was in such capable hands made a world of difference. She offered suggestions and support to help maximize sleep while she managed all the details and logged feedings, changes, etc. Our newest little one peacefully enjoyed his snuggles with her, and our toddler also instantly connected with her.
Katie has many connections in the field and is adept at providing resources and any additional desired supports. She is professional, relatable, warm, and responsive. She continues to check in to see how our family is adjusting to its growth. Her passion and skill for supporting families is evident in all she does. I wholeheartedly recommend her!
4/28/2025
When my husband and I welcomed our second child, we hired Katie for both overnight and daytime doula care, and it was one of the best decisions we made. From the very start, Katie's warmth and kindness made us feel at ease as she cared for our baby, allowing us much-needed rest. Her confidence and insightful tips were invaluable, and she seamlessly adapted to our preferred routines.
Katie consistently went above and beyond our expectations—not only did she care for our baby, but she also treated us with breakfast in bed and delicious desserts. She managed our entire family's laundry and dishes during every visit, which was a tremendous help.
Her daytime visits were equally beneficial. I cherished our conversations, which were a welcome change after spending several isolated days with the baby in those early weeks. Katie also helped us balance our time between our newborn and toddler, ensuring our older child received plenty of attention and one-on-one time.
Katie quickly became a cherished part of our family, and we are delighted to now call her a friend. I wholeheartedly recommend Katie for doula services!
3/22/2025
Our family was lucky enough to match with Katie as our doula in the spring of 2025. Katie helped our family adjust to a family of 5 (older boys 6 and 4) after I had an unexpected emergency c-section with our daughter. Katie's help in the evenings and overnights was invaluable for my recovery from surgery, as well as mental and emotional transition for the whole family. Not only did Katie take care of our daughter at night so we could get more sleep and be rested, she picked up all kinds of slack around the house including cleaning and laundry. She did this often without being asked, knowing what was needed without needing to be told. Katie loves newborns!! She's a pro, as a mother of 5 girls, she knows what she's doing. I would recommend Katie as a doula to anyone, especially families in need of overnight support and support with newborn care.
3/5/2025
Katie is extremely processional, knowledgeable, and caring. She has a passion for caring for babies and parents which really shines through in her work. I would highly recommend Katie for postpartum support; she's wonderful!
3/5/2025
Katie was a great match as a doula for our family! She is a go-getter.. she is always looking to help in whichever way possible when the baby is asleep.. she also played and engaged with my toddler in spare time.. she is very warm and personable !! Highly recommend her !!
1/1/2025
Katie is an excellent doula and I would recommend her to anyone looking for caring, highly competent infant care and support for new moms and dads. I feel very comfortable leaving my newborn with Katie overnight. She is attentive to his needs, regularly asks questions and helps us troubleshoot possible issues she identifies (such as a new rash, increased spit up, sleep issues). She is committed to getting to know your family dynamic and building a relationship with the parents and child. Katie has a holistic view of her role and often sends me articles about newborn care or shares ideas that might be useful that she's picked up from other doulas. She's very good at keeping our baby calm, reading his cues, and providing loving care throughout the night.
1/1/2025
Katie has been a welcome addition to our family's postpartum journey. Available at a moments notice, she is polite, professional and has a very comforting demeanor. As a first time mom, letting the reigns go can be scary, but when she told us she has 5 children of her own, I felt more at ease. She truly "moms the mom", and helped not only with triple feeding our newborn son, but with housekeeping, laundry, cooking, and care.
= Available. Calendar last updated: 12-21-2025
= Available. Calendar last updated: 12-21-2025