In a society where postpartum support is often overlooked, Katie Newby, founder of Newby Nurturing, is redefining the standard for maternal and infant care. With 15 years of experience as a licensed nurse, certified breastfeeding specialist and postpartum doula, Katie has guided more than 2,000 families through the transformative journey of early parenthood.
Her dedication to caregiving started young. As the oldest of three siblings and 11 cousins, she became a certified babysitter at the age of 12 and found her first job as an infant caregiver at 16. Her nurturing instincts were further honed during her time as a live-in nanny in Japan while raising her first child. It was there she realized the vital role of a support system in helping new mothers navigate the challenges of parenthood.
In 2014, Katie discovered the role of a postpartum doula and knew she had found her calling. “Doula work found me,” she reflected. Since then, she has become a certified breastfeeding specialist and is pursuing International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant credentials to deepen her impact on maternal and infant health.
