March Childbirth Ed Registration Closed
Currently booking private Childbirth Ed throughout the summer. Email katelynn@missionbirth.com for more info
Mission Birth
Birth Doula Services & Childbirth Education
Located in Northern Virginia
Personalized Support for your Ideal Birth
About My Mission
Hi there! However you found your way here, thank you for stopping by. My name is Katelynn and I'm the founder and face behind Mission Birth. I am a DONA certified birth doula and Lamaze certified childbirth educator. My calling is to guide you on your mission to give birth. This moment in your life is deeply personal and lifechanging. As your baby grows, so will you. My work is anchored with a deep desire to help families experience pregnancy, birth, and postpartum the best that they can. I aim to create a relationship with families where they feel confident, supported, and prepared. My approach is to meet you where you are, and help your family navigate a path that is right for you- whatever that might look like. I hope to offer you the kind of support (emotional, physical, & educational) that will allow your birth story to unfold safely and leave you feeling empowered. I intend to care for you personally and faithfully as you journey through one of the most transformative moments in your life. My hope is to foster community and compassion for all, at every step.
♡ Katelynn Rieling CD(DONA), LCCE
What is a birth doula?
Great question! The word doula has classical Greek roots, meaning a woman who serves. A modern-day birth doula provides individualized emotional and physical support, along with helpful information throughout pregnancy, birth, and immediate postpartum. A doula makes efforts to help meet the needs and desires of parents, establish mother-infant bonding, and statistically may improve overall outcomes. A birth doula supports the mother no matter what decisions she makes or how she gives birth. A doula comforts, reassures, and protects the space for the birthing person. A birth doula is a trusted member of the birth team, ready to use knowledge and skills, along with continuous care, to ultimately empower the birthing person and optimize the birth experience.
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Research shows that having continuous labor support offers impressive benefits.
2017 Bohren et. al. Cochrane Review
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Decreased rate of Cesarean
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Increased likelihood of spontaneous vaginal birth
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Decreased use of medication for pain relief
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Decreased use of forceps or vacuum extraction
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Shorter labor overall
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Higher APGAR scores for baby
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Overall greater satisfaction with birth experience
More About Me
My Story. My interest and knowledge of pregnancy and birth dates back to when I discovered I was pregnant with my first son. (I currently have two with one on the way!) While I felt the anticipation and excitement for my growing family, I also realized there was a lot to consider when it came to my body, my baby, and my birth. I desired to educate myself and arm myself with research. I was committed to making my own informed decisions and preparing my mind and body for birth in a way that would best suit me.
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Throughout my own journey, I came across the concept of a birth doula and immediately knew it was someone I wanted to include. When my partner and I met the right doula for us, I felt relieved knowing there would be another person to champion and support me. We realized that by bringing in a person that we could trust and who would use a thoughtful approach to support us, we were able to have a positive and enjoyable birth and postpartum experience. By having a doula at both of my births, I was able to feel empowered, prepared, and confident. I felt safe and secure in the decisions I was making and the hypnobirthing technique that I chose to implement. After the birth of both of my sons, I realized I had to follow this ache in my heart to make birth work a more permanent part of my life.
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I am a DONA certified birth doula and Lamaze certified childbirth educator. In addition, I have been a labor support volunteer at VHC Health. I am currently a 6th grade teacher and a former fitness instructor. My career as a teacher and as a birth doula truly align my commitment to lifelong learning, community, and wellness. (I'd love to chat more about balancing birth work with classroom work- send me a message!) When I am not in the classroom teaching or providing birth support, I have two boys and a husband at home that keep me very busy! On the weekends, I can usually be found on the W&OD trail with my double stroller or working on pancake designs for my toddlers. When we can, I like to visit with my extended family that is sprinkled around the US, and I have many fond memories of traveling with my partner before we had children. I love getting to know new people and visiting new places. I have a high tolerance for spicy food and enjoy word puzzles. I was born in Southern California and raised locally in Loudoun County.
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Mission Birth Services
Services
Birth Doula Package
Investment of $1800
Booking Doula Clients for December 2025 & beyond
Reach out today and setup a free consultation
Virtual Lamaze Childbirth Education
Investment of $300
Currently offering private, 1-on-1 virtual or hybrid childbirth ed.
Next Virtual Group Lamaze will be hosted in September.
Email katelynn@missionbirth.com for more info, requests, or questions!
1-on-1 Birth Preferences or Postpartum Planning
Investment of $60/hour
A great add-on option for childbirth education
Support Includes:
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Free Consultation
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1 in-person prenatal visit to go over your birth plan, review labor and comfort measures, tools and resources to help you prepare for your birth in the most supported way
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1 virtual prenatal to review postpartum plan, additional Q&A time
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Access to evidence-based resources
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Weekly emails and check-ins throughout your third trimester
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Continuous labor and birth support, providing calm and positive energy, and make you feel safe and supported in your choices
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Text support
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Immediate postpartum support up to 1 hour after birth
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1 in-person postpartum visit
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Follow-up connects within local community and additional resources or support
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50% deposit due upon signing the contract. Remaining 50% due at 34 weeks.​
This Lamaze Childbirth Education Course is designed to walk you through the ins and outs of pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and early parenting all while offering you practical relaxation techniques, effective comfort measures, and relevant resources. This class can be taken with your partner from the comfort of your home and varies instructional methods to help you learn. Lamaze is internationally recognized as a leading childbirth education program with core pillars of being evidence-based, respectful, and transformative. I am focused on helping you have a safe and healthy birth experience, while equipping you to make informed choices, increasing your confidence, and reducing fear.
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Upcoming class information:
When: Three-day series
Where: Zoom (live, online)
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If you are interested in group or private classes,
please send me a message with your request!
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Email katelynn@missionbirth.com with the subject "Class Interest" and we will get you registered!
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What you will Learn:
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The Lamaze approach to natural, healthy childbirth
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Childbirth and the stages of labor
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Comfort measures, pain management, and labor positions
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Breathing and relaxation techniques
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Partner support and communication during birth
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Understanding medical interventions
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How to make informed decisions
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Establishing your birth preferences
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Preparing for postpartum and recovery
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Newborn care and breastfeeding basics
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Payment due in full for reservation and materials mailed directly.
Includes space for you + birth partner.​
Support Includes:
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1 hour time to navigate your birth preferences or postpartum preferences
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Birth Wishes or Postpartum Plan written just for you.
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Review what to expect for the typical labor experience or postpartum period (this is a critical time of healing and adjusting that is often overlooked. Having a plan in place can help ease the transition for your growing family tremendously)
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Q&A time covering any topics such as: comfort measures, breastfeeding, recovery, sleep, nutrition, infant care basics, and changes
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