Darla Lenz

Postpartum & Newborn Care Specialist | Gentle Sleep Coach

Hi! I’m Darla — a Kansas City native with a deep passion for helping families not just survive the transition into parenthood, but truly enjoy it. Whether I’m supporting you in the days before birth, the first weeks home, or months down the road, I believe every family deserves trusted, compassionate care during this tender season.

My journey began after the birth of my daughter, when I saw firsthand how much support was missing in traditional postpartum care. I found myself instinctively showing up for friends and family — dropping off meals, tidying up, holding babies so parents could rest, or simply being a listening ear. When I later discovered the term postpartum doula, it clicked: this was what I was meant to do.

I trained with DONA International and became a certified Postpartum Doula in 2018. A year later, recognizing how vital sleep is for the whole family’s well-being, I pursued additional training under Summer Hartman to become a Gentle Sleep Coach. Helping babies develop healthy sleep habits — and helping parents reclaim rest — has become one of my greatest joys.

I’d love to connect with you and help you find your rhythm so that your postpartum season feels balanced, supported, and even joyful.

Credentials:

• Certified Postpartum Doula (DONA)

• Newborn Care Specialist

• Gentle Sleep Coach (trained under Summer Hartman)

• Infant CPR Certified

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