About me
Kirsten Staton is a DONA-certified birth doula and lactation consultant. A Nashville native, she began her career supporting families through childbirth amid the vibrant pace of New York City. Now based in Portland, Oregon, Kirsten shares her warmth and enthusiasm with her community while navigating life with her husband, Tyler, and their three spirited boys—Hank, Simon, and Amos.
Kirsten is passionate about guiding women through the transformative journey of birth, inspiring confidence, and helping them tap into their innate strength in a supportive, judgment-free environment. She is currently enrolled in the Oh Baby School of Holistic Nutrition—the only accredited program focused exclusively on holistic health and nutrition for fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and babies. Kirsten looks forward to empowering her clients with nutritional guidance, ensuring they feel informed and cared for throughout their prenatal and postpartum journeys.
Kirsten is a steady, compassionate presence—empowering each woman to write their own story.
Birth Education and Experience
Certified Birth Doula – DONA: Debra Pascali-Bonaro
Certified Lactation Consultant: Lea Rivera, IBLC Empire Lactation
The Truth about VBAC: Jen Kamel of VBAC Academy
Comforting Touch: Yiska Obadia
Manhattan Birth Mentor Program 2018-2019
Rebozo Workshop: Montse Almos
Adult and Pediatric First Aid + CPR
Herbs and Oils for Birth Professionals: Natural Abundance