Welcome to The Bloc.

A tight-knit group of doulas in Kansas City providing judgement-free support to families across the Metro.

Our passion is to make birth doula support and childbirth education more accessible to the families in Kansas City.
No matter what type of birth you are planning...
you belong here!

See what makes us special...

See what makes us special...

We work as a team to utilize each of our strengths in different ways! Meet our doulas.

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Specialized training and experience in trauma-informed care, family advocacy, supporting epidurals and inductions, and working within hospital systems to support low-intervention birth plans when desired by our clients.

Our doula scholarship fund! 10% of ALL of our full price services go towards helping families in YOUR community access doula care.

Don’t just take our word for it…

See what our past clients have to say!

  • "We worked with everyone at Bloc Births, and we are forever grateful for the knowledge they gave us and the support was unwavering..."

    ”We worked directly with Morgan as our doula… She worked with the nurses and medical staff to support us. She stepped in to support me when my husband needed breaks and helped us welcome a healthy baby boy. We could not have done it without her. Whatever birthing path you are deciding to take- medicated, unmedicated, low intervention, planned c-section- Bloc Births is worth the investment to feel empowered and supported through the entire process.”

    Makenzie

  • "As a NICU nurse, I was looking for a team that would support my desire to combine holistic and evidence-based practices and these ladies met every need I had."

    “As soon as she (Heidi) got to the hospital, she helped me get into several positions to cope with contractions. This gave me the opportunity to labor without an epidural for several hours… She also helped support my goals during the entire process with her professional communication with my healthcare team. She was a wonderful advocate and collaborated amazingly with my nurse. I am so grateful for their support and would recommend them over and over.”

    Hannah

  • "(Heidi) helps you bring your baby into the world in the best way for you..."

    “Heidi is the best doula. She is always prepared and calm even in high stress situations. She was always there to help through multiple labor scares and knew just what to do. She’s always in the best mood, keeps you well informed and educated, advocates for you, and helps bring your baby into the world in the best way for you, no matter what that way is. I could not have given birth without her, I highly recommend using her. Thank you so much!

    Taylynne

  • "Heidi was such a reassuring presence during my labor...

    Despite nearly everything on my birth plan not going as I had hoped, she was able to guide us through the process and help us have the most positive delivery we hadn't planned for. She was so helpful in explaining all of the medical procedures and all of my options which enabled me to make the best decision for delivery while in the middle of contractions. She's continued to be a valued resource during postpartum. Could not recommend Bloc Births more!”

    Alyssa

  • " I would definitely recommend Bloc Births to anybody, especially if you desire to have an unmedicated hospital birth...

    My husband and I took the childbirth education course with Elly and Morgan, which was very helpful for us in knowing what to expect in the labor process, options for various interventions, and what to expect once we arrived at the hospital.

    I would not have been able to have an unmedicated birth without Heidi! She came to our house during early labor and helped us labor at home before moving to the hospital. She was so knowledgeable and always made sure that I consented to any suggestions regarding intervention made by the nurses or doctors. My husband also felt very equipped and confident to support me with Heidi's expertise and guidance.”

    Leah

  • "I liked that Heidi was open to whatever I wanted and more-so focused on being there to support me and my partner..."

    From the moment I found out I was pregnant I knew I wanted to work with a doula. I wasn’t sure if I wanted an unmedicated or medicated birth but I knew I wanted more support than the healthcare system alone provides… I interviewed several doulas early in my pregnancy. I liked that Heidi was open to whatever I wanted (medicated or unmedicated) and more-so focused on being there to support me and my partner…. Heidi is kind and personable and truly understands the fears that come along with being pregnant and becoming a first-time parent. Heidi showed up for me on the (early) morning of my birth and helped to remind me of my goals throughout the labor process. Heidi provided comfort measures as I navigated the pain of contractions and helped me to advocate for what I wanted from my delivery team. We highly recommend Heidi and Bloc births if you’re looking to feel safe, secure, and supported throughout your pregnancy as well as labor and delivery.

    Sarah

  • "Having Heidi and Morgan there during delivery made me feel safe & supported"

    I would recommend the Birth Bloc team to anyone looking for a doula. In fact, I would recommend them to anyone that is pregnant. I know some people don't feel like they need a doula for their delivery, but I would highly recommend reaching out to the Birth Bloc no matter what sort of delivery you are planning.

    Bailey

  • "They encouraged me to advocate for myself and make informed choices"

    “I gained so much confidence and knowledge from our one on one conversations and the Moms in the Middle Podcast that Heidi and Elly host… Heidi’s experience and support helped me achieve my goal of an unmedicated hospital birth. My husband was very appreciative to have Heidi at my Labor and Delivery so that he knew what to do to better assist me. All the medical professionals that worked with Heidi were impressed with her and grateful for her expertise. I wish everyone could have the experience I had with Bloc Births LLC and that is why I highly recommend this team!”

    Sally Jo

I’m sure you have some questions. Here are a few answers.

Inviting a doula into your birth is a deeply personal decision, and we don’t take the responsibility lightly.

Once you fill out an inquiry form, our lead doula, Heidi, will reach out to set up an initial consultation and answer any questions you have.

We know your time is precious, and so here are the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions so you can explore if a doula is the right fit for your birth support!

  • A doula supports you during your pregnancy and birth through educational, emotional & physical support. Our current mainstream maternal health care system is not able to meet these needs effectively for pregnant individuals. Studies have shown that when giving birth with a doula present, people have significantly better health outcomes for them and their baby.

  • YES, YES, and another YES for emphasis. Doulas are trained to support ALL births, and it is fun to have some variety! Unmedicated birth is great, but not the right option for many, and we 100% support parents choosing what they feel comfortable with for their birth. Doulas can change your position frequently while utilizing an epidural, encourage labor along during an induction, or help make the vibe in the operating room during your c-section centered around you and your baby bonding.

  • We encourage all partners to attend our free, 30-minute initial consult and see how they feel about a doula being present after that! No strings attached.

    Doulas will never replace a partners role in birth. Doulas are actually at the birth to help the person giving birth AND the partner have a better experience! As a partner, wouldn’t you feel great being educated on how you can help create a more comfortable and respected birth experience? Doulas are there to do just that… empower the partner to take control of the birthing room just as much as the parent giving birth, and help them know how to be an active participant in the process.

    A doula is there to help you navigate the maternal health care system, provide emotional and physical support to the whole family, educate you on your birthing options, help your partner look like a rock star… while letting grab them food and go to the bathroom once in a while.

  • First, look at your insurance. Few insurances cover the cost of a doula (some magical unicorn ones do though!) but many will let you use Health Savings or Flexible Spending Accounts to cover the costs.

    Second, utilize your friends and family! Did you know many gift registries let you register for a doula? Friends and family can contribute to the fund, because what’s a cooler gift then education and support from a professional during your pregnancy and birth??? My tip to clients is to buy what you can second-hand or borrowed for baby, and utilize your network to pay for the things that will set you up for success as you start your parenting journey… like a doula, meal delivery, house cleaners. etc.

    And if you still can’t swing it, feel free to apply to our “Choose What You Pay” Program (check it out on the bottom of our services page). Our clients who use this program get the exact same support as our clients who pay full price! There is usually always some extra money sitting in that account and we are always happy to use it to help a family get the birth support every parent needs and deserves.

Are you worried a doula doesn’t fit your birth preferences?

Our nation is in the middle of a maternity care crisis, and while doula care will never fix all the gaps in our systems, it has been proven to better birth and postpartum outcomes; but yet so few families are utilizing doula support.

There is a misconception around doula care that it is only for those seeking low-intervention birth. While doulas can absolutely help with those goals, we’d be selling ourselves short if we didn’t let you know that we can do SO much more!

Doulas are there to support, to advocate for, and to guide you through the unknowns of birth. Hiring our doula team means having a guaranteed support person on your baby's birthday who has gotten to know your family and your birth preferences and who knows the system you’re giving birth within.

A doula is an advocate who will be with you every step of the way (since we work as a team, we can guarantee you’ll have a fresh and well-rested doula for your whole birth — even if it’s multiple days!)… all with the goal of helping you and your family leave the experience feeling cared for and seen during the process of bringing your baby earth-side.

Get to know the owner.

Hi, I’m Heidi! Here’s a bit about me…

After working in newborn and maternity support for over five years, I welcomed my first child into this world while going to school full-time. For someone with half a decade of experience in baby care, I was shocked how hard the transition into motherhood hit me and my family.

When approaching business school graduation a year later, I was telling my husband about how I wanted to work for an organization that provided hands on support to all different types of families during the pregnancy to newborn transition, and he pointed out that it sounded like I actually wanted to be a doula. I quickly rejected the idea because I thought doulas only really had a role in holistically centered birth settings, and I felt like those groups were already well supported in our community.

After doing some research, I was encouraged that doulas can meet the needs of so many different types of families and birth preferences! My hope for The Bloc is that all kinds of families with various goals can come together in one place to break down the parent-shaming culture and help each other have access to support. And that is why our “Choose What You Pay” Program exists. 10% of everything we makes goes into this scholarship program, so by working with The Bloc, you are lifting up the other families in Kansas City by helping them afford access to doula support!

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