Grounded, Experienced Support for Your Birth Journey

Compassionate, Evidence-Based Doula Care Honoring Your Values, Intuition, and Choices.

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Care That Begins With You

Every birth is unique — and so is every family. Golden Hour Birth Services was created with the belief that meaningful support meets you exactly where you are, honoring your story, your needs, and your vision for this experience. With over six years in this work and more than 200 families supported, I bring both experience and perspective shaped by walking alongside parents on many paths to parenthood — from first births and IVF journeys to high-risk pregnancies, water births, single parents, surrogates, and everything in between.

This experience allows me to offer steady, grounded support rooted in compassion and trust. My role isn’t only to support you when labor begins, but to help you build a strong foundation well before that moment — so when your birth unfolds, you feel calm, informed, and truly held.

Based in Northfield, MN, I support families from Rochester to the Twin Cities and everywhere in between.

200+

Families Served

6+

Years Experienced

100%

Reliable Support

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“I believe deeply in birth — not the glossy, filtered version, but the full, honest truth of it. The magic and the mess. The power, the surrender, the humor, the healing. Birth isn’t one-sized-fits-all, and neither is the way I support it.”

— Kat Stangler
Meet Your Doula
Meet Your Doula
  • A woman giving birth during labor, supported by medical staff, with her head resting on a green exercise ball.

    Birth Doula Support

    Physical, emotional and informational birth support— holding your hands, hips, and heart through every step of labor.

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  • A pregnant woman kneeling on a cushion with her hands on her belly, sitting cross-legged in a home setting.

    Circles, Workshops & Childbirth Education

    Virtual and in-person pregnancy and postpartum circles, childbirth education classes, and holistic workshops designed to support, connect, and empower you through every stage of your journey.

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  • An incense burner with dried herbs and flowers inside.

    Postpartum Rituals

    Restore, nurture, and care for yourself with postpartum healing sessions for your mind, body, and spirit.

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What Families Are Saying

“I was able to have such a beautiful birth experience thanks to Kat! She has such a warm and kind personality. She brought a calming energy to my birth which was just what I needed!

—Arizona B., returning client (3rd time)

“We are beyond grateful for Kat. After going through IVF and having a high-risk pregnancy, we knew we wanted extra support, and Kat was everything we hoped for and more. She brought such calm, grounding energy ✨into a time that could have easily felt overwhelming, and she reminded us to breathe, trust, and stay present.”

-Arielle Y.

“When I was pregnant, I put off looking for a doula because I knew that I wanted the exact right fit for me. I was looking for someone warm and good humored, nurturing and strong. I wanted someone who could guide me through decision-making with scientific evidence, while honoring my spiritual choices and intuitive nature. Luckily, I found exactly what I was looking for in Kat.”

-Devin H.

“Kat is A M A Z I NG ✨
From the very beginning, she felt so down to earth and easy to connect with, and she supported us in ways we didn’t even know we would need. Kat helped us create a birth vision that felt right for us, and stood by our side every step of the way.”

-Elizabeth M.

What Sets This Care Apart

What makes my support unique isn’t just the years of experience—it’s the way I walk alongside you with compassion, intention, and respect for your story. Here’s what you can expect when we work together:

  • Comprehensive Prenatal Preparation

  • Evidence-Based Education & Guidance

  • Advocacy & Communication Support

  • Curated Resources & Trusted Referrals

  • Collaborative Care with Providers & Birth Teams

  • Compassionate, Judgment-Free Support

  • Holistic Postpartum Care & Planning

Choosing a doula is deeply personal—you deserve someone who not only shows up on the big day, but who walks beside you with knowledge, intention, and heart.

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Curious about working together? Let’s connect

Your experience with a doula is built on a strong personal connection. Before making a decision, an in-depth video call allows us to get to know each other, discuss your needs, and determine if we’re the right fit!

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  • I recently gave birth to our third child, and I was so lucky to have Kat by my side before, during, and after delivery! She is extremely knowledgeable, warm, and professional. Kat asked great questions to really get to know what my ideal birth looked like during our prenatal appointments and was such a strong advocate for me during delivery. I truly believe she was a HUGE part of me having such a positive birth story!

    Jenna H.

  • Without a doubt, hiring Kat to be our doula was one of the best decisions we made for our birth. After a difficult delivery and recovery with our first we decided to do what we should have done the first time around and hire a doula. After interviewing three different ones, Kat’s holistic and data informed answers, along with a clear passion for her work made her a clear fit for what we were looking for in a doula.

    Katie T.

  • Highly highly recommend! The level of physical and mental support Kat provided my partner and myself, I don’t know where to begin.. As a first time parent, she provided a lot of guidance throughout my pregnancy and helped my partner and I prepare for what to expect pre and postpartum. Kat is amazing at what she does. She’s attentive, empathetic, and a joy to be around!

    Parisa L.

  • I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Kat. She ensured I had the birth that I wanted every step of the way. Her presence was calming and comforting. I know that I would not have had the same experience without her!

    Lyssa G.

  • We are so thankful for Kat’s unwavering support, and we highly recommend her to anyone looking for a doula who is not only knowledgeable and professional but also incredibly compassionate and dedicated to ensuring you feel heard and empowered throughout your journey.

    Julia K.

  • Kat was a wonderful doula. She was deeply attentive to our physical, mental, and emotional needs throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. She asked us thoughtful questions, listened carefully, and gave us information to help us make our own educated decisions.

    Kate S.

  • I cannot recommend Kat as a doula enough. Each step of the way, she gave the most incredible advice, encouragement and guidance. I was able to get the reassurance throughout pregnancy that I was doing all the right things and she was also able to help us really focus our birth plan and determine what was important to us and how to advocate for ourselves.

    Kirsten K.

Follow My Journey

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Did you know that immediate skin-to-skin after birth does so much more than create a beautiful bonding moment? It helps regulate your baby’s temperature, heart rate, and breathing, while also calming your nervous system, helping reduce postpart
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