Encompass Birth & Wellness LLC

12/18/2025

Beautiful 🤍

Birth is a living lesson in change.

It moves through the body in waves,
reshapes what we thought we knew about ourselves, and stretches us in directions we didn’t expect.

It asks us to notice subtle shifts,
to trust our strength, to step into the unknown with courage and let go, again and again.
In birth, a baby arrives— and so does a parent,
formed through attention, resilience,
and the willingness to begin anew.

May we always remember the many ways change becomes possible.

may you always remember the many ways change becomes possible:
water ripples
you make waves in new spaces
clay transforms
you practice moving differently
roots expand
you expand in new directions
stars emerge
you pay attention to subtle shifts
gold reveals
you remember who you are
clearings open
you dare to go somewhere new
embers rise
you rise to the moment with courage
storms pass
you release and begin again
may you always remember the many ways change becomes possible

MHN

12/02/2025

With shorter and crisper air, winter invites us to slow down.
To breathe a little deeper.
To sip our tea a little warmer.
To rest in the quiet rhythms of the season. ❄️

In our work as doulas—and in life—we witness how sacred the pause can be. Between one contraction and the next surge of power, between pregnancy and birth and, between birth and becoming a parent.

The gentle in-between spaces that hold so much magic.

This season, let’s honor that same rhythm in ourselves.
✨ Savor the soft morning light.
✨ Cozy up with a nourishing meal.
✨ Listen to the whispers of your body asking for rest.
✨ Find beauty in the small, ordinary moments.

Winter reminds us that growth is still happening—just beneath the surface. 🌷

How are you embracing slow living this season?

11/25/2025

Feeling grateful🌿

To the families who’ve invited us into your pregnancies, births, and tender postpartum days—thank you. Being your doulas is a gift we don’t take lightly.

Every story, every connection, every shared breath and moment of strength stays with us.

And behind the scenes, our own families hold us up with love and encouragement. We couldn’t do this work without you. 🤍

With our deepest and most sincere gratitude, thank you.
Kelsey & Nealee

11/20/2025

The Power of Birth
Birth is not just a moment — it’s a transformation.
It’s raw, sacred, and wildly powerful.
It asks everything of you… and in return, it shows you who you truly are.

As doulas, we are humbled to witness that power —
the strength in a birthing person’s breath,
the surrender in each surge,
the courage it takes to open, release, and receive.

Birth is not about perfection — it’s about presence.
It’s about trusting your body, your intuition, your rhythm.
It’s the ancient song of every birthing person who came before, echoing through time: You are powerful beyond measure.

Every birth is a story of strength, resilience, and love.
And every time, we are reminded:
Birth is not something to fear — it’s something to honor.

11/14/2025

Happy Birthday to my bestie, co-doula, yoga-teaching-spiritual-goddess, the best mama, wife, daughter, sister, and all-around badass, Nealee! 🎉✨

You encompass so much love, strength, and magic that it’s no wonder the world feels a little brighter every time you walk into a room.

Here’s to another year of supporting families, loving babies, birthing dreams, and laughing till we can’t breathe.

Help me wish Nealee a very happy BIRTHday 👏🏻

Love you big! Love you always!
-Kels

(The last picture is going to be the face she gives me when I see her later today😏)

11/11/2025

Today, we pause to honor all who have served. Thank you. And especially to celebrate Nealee Morrison, a woman who embodies strength, service, and love in every part of her life.

Nealee is so much more than a veteran. She’s a devoted wife, mom, daughter, sister, friend, partner, doula, and yoga teacher. She's a person who brings peace and care to everyone around her. Yet behind her calm and compassionate presence is the courage and discipline of someone who once served our country with dedication and honor.

On this Veterans Day, we express deep gratitude for Nealee’s service, for the sacrifices she made, and for the way she continues to serve others every single day; through her family, her community, and her work supporting others on their journeys.

Thank you, Nealee, for showing us what it truly means to live a life of purpose, strength, and compassion.

We appreciate you today and everyday. Thank you.

11/11/2025

We’re veteran-owned, and come from a long line of military family members.

We LOVE supporting military families — truly some of the strongest + funniest + most adaptable parents we know!

Today, we honor the veterans, active-duty parents, partners, and families who serve with courage on and off duty. Thank you for trusting us with your birth and wellness journey — it’s an honor we don’t take lightly.

Sending big love and gratitude to military families today and everyday.

❤️🤍💙

11/07/2025

Join us this Sunday!

Yoga + Reiki - This Sunday!

This 75-minute workshop offers the combined benefits of yoga with the gentle healing power of Reiki. Ali, Nealee, & Kelsey will guide you into restful yoga poses using the support of props so you will comfortable and relaxed. To enhance your yoga practice the healing energy of Reiki will be applied to different areas of the body to help you access deeper levels of relaxation and healing. Yoga + Reiki is a powerful combination leaving one feeling deeply rested and at peace. Class size limited to 12, please sign up in advance. Open to all levels. No experience necessary. Please note that essential oils may be used in this class.

Reiki is a hands-on Japanese healing system which promotes stress-reduction, relaxation, balance, and self-love.

See all of our events here: https://inspiringactions.com/events/

11/04/2025

What’s even better than hiring a doula? Hiring two who support you as a team!

With Encompass Birth and Wellness, you receive the care, presence, and combined experience of both of us at no extra cost. Because your birth deserves a full circle of support.

Curious if we are the right doulas for you?

Let’s connect for a complimentary meet & greet and see if we’re the right fit for your journey. 🤍

11/01/2025

Please help me wish my husband, and self-appointed BroDoula* a very happy 43rd birthday!

This is a big one. Adam and I met in 2003, just before his 21st birthday and began dating shortly after. Which means that at 43, he has now been with me for over half of his life! That's crazy to think about! And probably the best gift he's ever received 😂

There have been some low valleys on our climb to where we currently are (four years of infertility, two pregnancy losses, feeling like we'd never be able to move out of our townhome, saying goodbye to extended family members, laying to rest a few beloved pets), but I'm so happy to be on this journey with you. And the highs have definitely outnumbered the lows (four amazing kids, time spent with family, moving into our nearly perfect dream home, all of the camping trips, the many friends who have become family, early morning coffee listening to the chickens, thousands of games of cribbage, and soooo much more).

Thank you, Nealee for the candles on the gluten free sweet roll last night 😘

Happy 43rd Birthday, Adam! Enjoy your road trip to South Dakota for wrestling today!

Love you lots,
Kels

*A BroDoula is what our husbands call themselves 🤣

10/31/2025

🌙 We’re a doula family who loves the magical, the mysterious, and the powerful rhythm of this season. Halloween isn’t just costumes and candy — it’s about connection, ritual, and the quiet (or not-so-quiet) magic of being together.

From tiny witches to whole families moving through the season’s enchantment, we honor the moments that make this time of year feel special and fun.

Hope you find time to connect and have fun during this season.

Feel free to post a cute pic of your lil pumpkins below. 🎃

🕯️🖤