About Kate

Hi, I’m Kate Wood — a birth doula, childbirth educator, and wellness coach based in Walnut Creek, CA. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, a certification from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, and I am currently completing my DONA International birth doula certification. But more than my credentials, I want you to know why I do this work.

My Story

My own homebirth changed everything. That experience — preparing my body, trusting God’s design, and bringing new life into the world on my own terms — showed me what birth can look and feel like when a woman is truly supported and educated. I couldn’t keep that to myself.

I serve women in Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Lafayette, Danville, and the surrounding Contra Costa County communities.

What Working With Me Looks Like

Birth Doula

When you hire me as your doula, I show up for you before, during, and after your birth. We meet prenatally to talk through your birth preferences, work through any fears, and build a real relationship — so when labor begins, I’m not a stranger. I provide continuous labor support: physical comfort measures, emotional encouragement, and advocacy so you feel seen and heard at every turn. After your baby arrives, I follow up to process your birth story and support your transition into the postpartum season.

Childbirth Education Classes

Fear is one of the biggest obstacles to a good birth experience. My childbirth education classes are designed to replace that fear with knowledge. I teach you how your body actually works — the physiology God built into you — so you can move through labor with confidence instead of dread. Whether you’re planning a hospital birth, birth center, or home birth, understanding the process changes everything.

Wellness Coaching

My wellness coaching is rooted in the same biblical principles you’ll find throughout this site: that your body is a temple and deserves to be nourished well. I work with women from pre-conception through postpartum, helping you build habits that support healthy metabolism, fertility, and overall wellbeing. We don’t chase trends. We go back to basics — real food, intuitive eating, and caring for your body, mind, and spirit.

My Foundation

My faith shapes everything I do. I believe birth is God-designed and that women are made to do this. I don’t bring a rigid agenda — I meet you where you are. Whether you share my faith or not, you will always feel respected, supported, and empowered in this space.

Let’s Connect

The most important thing is that we’re a good fit. I’d love to get on a free discovery call with you to find out.

kate@wholisticroots.co