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Providing holistic support and education for pregnant persons – striving to find the beauty in every birth throughout Central Texas.

Birth is hard

– and the massive quantities of material about pregnancy and birth can be overwhelming. But…

Birth is also beautiful

As your doula, I will provide you with all of the loving, evidence based support you need- throughout your pregnancy, labor, and birth – to help you achieve the healthiest and most satisfying experience possible – and find the beauty in pregnancy and birth!


Hi, how are you…

My name is Samantha. Having had the privilege of supporting hundreds of women and birthing people through their pregnancies, I am passionate about providing support and education throughout the pregnancy and birth journey.

Having personally gone through two very different birth experiences – I know first hand how the support of a professional can shape your experience for the better. Birth deserves support, and all new parents should be given the opportunity to walk into parenthood with the confidence that they can advocate for themselves and their child, and the birth that they desire.

Through prenatal education, comprehensive pregnancy and birth support, and lactation counseling I serve families through their the full pregnancy and postpartum period.



Birth Doula Services

A birth doula is a valuable resource for any birth, providing information, emotional, and physical support throughout pregnancy and birth.

Classes

Whether you are looking for childbirth education classes, breastfeeding education, or an early pregnancy crash course, we are here to support you!

Lactation Services

 Breastfeeding is natural, but that doesn’t mean it comes naturally or easily to everyone. Through education, expert support, and confidence building techniques, we can help every parent feel prepared to achieve their goals. 

Birth, Baby! Academy

Are you interested in diving into birthwork? Birth, Baby! Academy is a a highly rated birth doula training program with online and in-person courses available. No matter if you are brand new to birthwork or been around the block, our program is designed to help you succeed!

At Beautifully Made Doula Care, we are committed to serving everyone with the same evidence based, loving, supportive care, no matter race, sexual identity, gender, etc. We support families in the birthing location of their choice, through the birth preferences they desire.

Still not sure that a doula is for you? Schedule a free consultation and we can talk through all of your questions/comments/concerns.

Please contact me with any questions or scheduling inquiries you may have.

Samantha Kelly – CD, CCE, CLC

Birth, Baby! Podcast

Check out my podcast, where my cohost and I explore all things pregnancy, birth, and parenthood with expert interviews and evidence based conversations!

Maria's Birth Story: NICU, Exclusive Pumping, and Healing Birth, Baby! | Guidance for Pregnancy, Birth, Postpartum, and Parenting

Maria Mathis-Cruiser continues her story and shares her journey through the complexities of childbirth, including the unexpected transition to a C-section, her NICU experience with her daughter, and the emotional challenges of postpartum recovery. She discusses the struggles of breastfeeding, the societal pressures of motherhood, and ultimately finds peace in her decision to prioritize her well-being and happiness over societal expectations. Maria's story is a testament to resilience, love, and the unique challenges faced by mothers. Maria Mathis-Kruser is a Hill Country writer, artist, volunteer addict, chaos-wrangling rancher, and now a brand-new mom. The long road to Alice—infertility, IVF, a preeclampsia pivot, and a NICU season—gave her new grit and softer edges. She writes with humor and heart about choosing your best self, advocating kindly, and navigating postpartum without the shame spiral, all against the backdrop of ranch life where the goats are loud and the love is louder. Website: https://www.theferalhearth.com Instagram: @‌maria.maconda TikTok: @‌PiedpiperTXedition Facebook: Maria Mathis-Kruser Email: feralhearth@gmail.com Please feel free to reach out with any recommendations for show episode ideas. If you'd like to be a guest, send in an email with some information about yourself and what type of podcast you'd like to record together. Thank you for all of your support and don't forget to follow and leave a review on your favorite place to listen to podcasts. Instagram: @‌BirthBabyPodcast Email: BirthBabyPodcast@gmail.com Website: http://BirthBabyPodcast.com Other ways to connect: http://www.EmpoweredBeginningsATX.com http://www.BirthBabyAcademy.com
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