Jimi K. | Doula in KY

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    Practice overview

    I provide assistance from the moment you find you’re pregnant or anytime before birth, for my birth doula package. For breastfeeding/chestfeeding packages, I can begin in the third trimester, or whenever you need my services. With the belly binding packages, those begin in the postpartum period, before you reach 12wks postpartum. I assist with navigating the ins and outs of pregnancy, of finding evidence-based information to help you make informed decisions, help with pain management and fear-reduction. For postpartum care, I offer breastfeeding/chestfeeding counseling and assistance. I offer postpartum belly binding, which is a part of the “closing of the bones” ceremony that helps postpartum bodies and internal organs return to their pre-pregnancy places.

    Years experience

    12

    Families supported

    81

    Birth Rate

    1000

    Care philosophy

    Every birther has the right to birth their way, without judgement or coercion. Birth isn’t to be controlled, it’s to be experienced. It’s a privilege for your care team to support you, not their right. My job is to honor you and your wishes. To support you in your journey, not to manipulate your choices to fit mine or those attending.

    Services

    • Birth doula support
    • Virtual doula support
    • In-home lactation visits
    • Virtual lactation visits
    • Belly binding
    • General childbirth education classes

    Specialties and Experience

    • Cesarean birth
    • Clients on bed rest
    • High-risk pregnancy
    • Multiples
    • Over 40
    • Plus size
    • VBAC
    • Waterbirth

    Care settings

    • Birthing center
    • Home
    • Hospital

    Languages

    • English

    Credentials

    • DONA, Indie Birth, Intntl Breastfeeding Institute

    Connect

    Pricing packages

    Birth Doula
    $ 1000
    Supporting families through pregnancy, labor, and birth, and assisting with questions and concerns in the first few weeks of the postpartum period
    Contact for additional pricing options

    Birth and Belly Binding
    $ 1300
    Supporting you throughout your pregnancy, labor and birth, and usually prior to 12wks postpartum, I will do 3 or 5 belly binding sessions.
    Contact for additional pricing options

    Location

    Areas served

    • Louisville, KY
    • Lexington, KY
    • Frankfort, KY
    • Versailles, KY
    • Lawrenceburg, KY
    • Winchester, KY
    • Cincinnati, OH
    • Danville, KY
    • Sanford, KY
    • Shepherdsville, KY

    • Lori
      July 27, 2022 at 10:59 am | Client review
      5 /5

      Jimi goes above and beyond for her clients. 2 AM phone calls with latch issues? Jimi’s there. Check-ins and massages for a very pregnant momma? Jimi’s there. Coaching your partner in the delivery room to be the support mom and baby need? Jimi IS THERE.

      I was a new, scared soon-to-be parent and Jimi empowered me through my pregnancy journey to the strong, confident Mother I am today. She was my biggest advocate in the delivery room, and at every appointment I let her attend. She made sure my wishes weren’t just heard–but implemented and when confronted with push back, she never backed down advocating for me.

      She was my biggest supporter, next to my husband and I loved the relationship Jimi built with him. She was his support too! Answering questions for him and coaching him on how to be the best Dad and partner in the delivery and in the beautiful 4th trimester.

      My son is here today because Jimi helped me get him here. …And then she stayed with me when I was at my most weak, to help me become strong.

      10/10 Recommend Jimi Mckinny Kirkman as your Doula.

    • Sydney
      July 27, 2022 at 11:01 am | Client review
      5 /5

      Jimi felt like family from the first time we talked to her, and her unwavering support throughout this entire pregnancy and birth, both for my husband and I, is something I will always cherish. Our birth did not go as planned, starting with an induction that led to hours of intense laboring. Every step of the way, Jimi was there with words of encouragement, ideas, and complete support. Her presence made a world of difference through some of the toughest hours of my life, and for that I will be forever grateful. When my husband elected to not cut our son’s cord, I was so pleased to know that Jimi did- it seemed like the perfect ending to her work with us through the birth. If we find ourselves expecting again in the future, we will not hesitate to reach back out to work with her.

    • Virginia
      October 25, 2022 at 11:25 am | Client review
      5 /5

      Jimi was an amazing doula and continues to support me through lactation counseling. She is very well informed on most up to date practice recommendations and is always expanding her repertoire. She is punctual, flexible with scheduling/meeting formats (in person, zoom), and goes above and beyond her professional duties with caring touches. And maybe most importantly, she offers care that is free of judgement. She has been a vital support person in the delivery of my daughter and also as my growth as a new mom

    • Jimi
      November 3, 2022 at 10:28 pm | Client review

      At 39 weeks I was told we needed an induction. From the beginning of my long labor, Jimi was there. She told us that it could take a long while but reassured us that she wouldn’t leave our side. She was a huge source of encouragement to me! Always reminding me that I can do this, that she believed in me. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough as a doula. She helped Mike feel comfortable in supporting me, even in the most intense moments. Her belief in me and my baby was so valuable. I don’t think we could’ve had the positive experience without her!

      • Jimi
        November 3, 2022 at 10:37 pm

        From Lauren and Mike M. June 2018, Lexington, KY

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