I’m Kayla, the face behind The Empowered Birth and your personal hype woman. I’m a mom who has been down this road myself, and I know firsthand how overwhelming pregnancy, birth, and early postpartum can feel when you don't have the proper support.

My first birth ended in a cesarean section, and I knew I wanted a different birthing experience for our next baby. I was able to achieve the unmedicated vaginal birth of my dreams with our second son, and having a doula was a huge part of that.

Now I’m a certified birth doula, which means I get to do what I love at a professional level- help women during one of the most transformative moments of their life. I’ve always been a girl’s girl— the friend who really listens, encourages, and stands right beside you when things get tough, without any judgement. That’s the energy I bring into birth work: calm, grounded, and always on your team.

Along with birth support, I am also a trained lactation counselor, so I can help you navigate those early feeding challenges with practical guidance and reassurance.

Whether it’s teaching you comfort measures in labor, answering questions about newborn care, or simply holding space for your emotions, my goal is to help you feel cared for, confident, and supported through every stage of this journey.

I believe birth is better when families are supported, cared for, loved, and heard. I believe birth is better when you know and understand your options, so that you can be the best informed-choice for your family. I believe there is no correct way to birth, but I believe birth is better when you have a doula.