Kari Otto

Birth Doula

Postpartum Doula

BeHeldBirthDoula@gmail.com
(760) 522-1210

Bio

Born and raised in the SoCal sunshine. I find great joy in sunsets and beach bonfires. I’m a music enthusiast and love going to concerts whenever I get a chance. Most of my time is spent with my amazing family. My journey into becoming a doula was inspired out of my experience of giving birth and becoming a mother myself. This personal experience enables me to bring a high level of empathy, respect, and understanding, allowing me to honor and encourage you throughout your birth journey.

Birth Support

  • 1-2 in-person meet ups prior to labor. The meet ups are customized to the birthing persons needs and wants. They can include, discussing/creating a birth plan, practicing labor positions and movements, breath work and relaxation techniques, birth expectations, hopes and fears.

  • 24/7 phone/text support

  • Emotional and informational support

  • Backup doula support if needed

  • Continual in-person support for the birthing person and partner from the onset of active labor until a few hours following birth

  • 1-2 postpartum visits. Offering the birthing person emotional and physical support, guidance on newborn care including feeding/lactation support.

Postpartum Support

  • Household assistance

  • Meal planning and prepping

  • Light dishes, baby's laundry, bed sheets changed, refresh for home and bedroom

  • Shopping

  • Emotional family support

  • Baby snuggles or other childcare needs

  • "Kari Otto is simply amazing! I really did not know what to expect from a doula and I did not know how critical a role they play in the birthing process. Kari was with my wife and I throughout the entirety of the labor process providing comfort and reassurance to us. After my experience, I truly consider her a family friend and I look forward to maintaining contact with her in the future."

    John

  • "I can't even express how grateful I am for meeting Kari Otto and having her as my doula. Kari was very helpful and knowledgeable preparing me, first time mom, for the labor. She provided a lot of great ideas and suggestions on how to breathe, relax and deal with the labor pain. She is simply amazing, making me feel like her family member. I'm sure we will stay in touch now and in the future. I would recommend her to anyone who is looking for the best doula in North County."

    Sylvia