Kristin English

Kristin English is a dedicated postpartum care provider based in Chicago, IL. She is a CAPPA-trained postpartum doula (certificate pending), DONA-trained labor doula (certificate pending), and ProDoula certified. Kristin brings a depth of experience, having worked alongside families as a nanny for five years prior to becoming a doula. Her passion for helping new families reach their goals and welcome their newest addition has driven her to pursue professional training and certification in the field.

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Kristin uses her compassion, empathy, and strong nurturing spirit to make families feel supported and confident during this amazing transition. She has had a passion for newborn and postpartum care since she can remember and studied infant development biology at Indiana Wesleyan University. This educational background allows her to understand the biological and emotional changes in both mother and baby as they journey through the prenatal, birth, and postpartum periods.

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Families love that Kristin makes them feel comfortable, heard, and cared for. She has a keen ability to create a calm, organized, and judgment-free zone for both mom and baby, whether during the day or overnight shifts. Her approach is centered on providing a supportive and nurturing environment where families can thrive.

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In her free time, Kristin loves to travel, thrift shop, and enjoy the great outdoors. She is passionate about helping families feel supported and confident in their decisions as they bring their baby into the world by serving, guiding, and caring for them.