About Me

Hello, my name is Katelynn Bray. I am a trained birth and postpartum doula coming from 10 years experience as an early childhood educator. After leaving teaching I missed connecting with families in my community.

When my best friend became pregnant with her first child I found myself overflowing with love. I wanted to cook for them, offer help around the house, teach them what to expect and do anything to make the process go smoother for them. Once I learned about doulas as a career option I knew it was a perfect fit for me. I offer families support with birth and postpartum doula work as well as parent coaching and design for children’s spaces as their children grow through the years.

Education:

• Bachelors in Early Childhood Education

• PITC Infant/Toddler Care Certified

• CPR/ First Aid Certified for Adults, Children, and Babies

• Mental Health First Aid Certified

• Trained in fertility, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum doula work from Bebo Mia

Experience:

• 10 years as an early childhood educator working with children 3 months - 6 years old.
  Worked in Montessori and Reggio Emilia inspired schools.

• Experience in the tech world with 4 years at a Google Children’s Center and 2 years as an Administrative Business Partner at a major tech company.

Other Interests:

• Pursuing continued wellness by learning about nutrition, practicing yoga, mediation, strength trainings and long walks in nature.

• Cooking delicious vegan foods. I have been vegan since 2016 for my health, the animals, and the environment.

• Expressing myself creatively through painting, drawing, wood burning, embroidery and more!

• Spending quality time with close friends, sharing a meal or playing board games.

• Playing with, training, and cuddling our pets.

• Gardening and tending to my indoor plants.

• Exploring Portland’s many wonderful shops and experiences with my partner.