Bio

Gwen became interested in pregnancy and birth during her high school years when her own registered nurse mother taught childbirth education in the basement of her home and went on to “doula” a few young, unwed friends. After completing her college undergrad, Gwen was privileged to attend medical school for 2 years, where she graduated with a B.S. degree in medical illustration (surgical illustration and photography).

Together with her high school sweetheart husband, they have been blessed to birth and raise 8 healthy children: 5 delightful daughters and 3 spunky sons in a Christian home education environment.

Gwen is a DONA-trained and Southwest Technical College certified doula who is honored to compassionately serve couples in the northern Illinois and southeastern Wisconsin areas, whether home, birth center, or hospital birth.

It is my great privilege and tremendous blessing to get to know, educate and serve so many sweet couples at this most life changing event in their lives. It is my desire that each couple feel empowered with the tools needed to attain the birth they want. After ensuring a healthy mom and baby, the goal I strive for with my clients is a positive birth experience, no matter how each birth unfolds!

Married 30+ years, birthed and raised 8 home-educated children, 7 grandchildren; my Christian faith is the most important aspect about me; enjoy walking by Lake Michigan, healthy lifestyle (with good coffee), yoga

An excerpt from client testimonials found on DoulaMatch:
"Gwen went ABOVE and BEYOND to help us experience the birth we desired. We can't thank her enough for her presence with us during one of the most sacred moments in life!" –Leslie

Additional services

CAPPA-certified childbirth educator; volunteer at Carenet Women's Center

Location

Kenosha, WI

Birth Doula Services

C-sections

Families of color

High-risk

Inductions

Lactation support

LGBTQIA+

Multiples

Preemies

Satellite doula

VBAC

Birth Location

Hospital

Birthing Center

Home Birth