About Rev. JeKaren Bell (MNLM, M.Div.)

Unitarian Universalist minister, artist, and certified death & grief doula based in Las Cruces, NM. I blend trauma‑informed practice with ritual, art, and practical care to help families grieve in ways that are honest, culturally rooted, and sustainable.

Certifications: Certified Doula; Certified Death & Grief Doula (NELDA Proficient).
Focus: Perinatal loss, infant loss, postpartum grief.
Approach: Grounded, non‑judgmental, spiritually inclusive.

Who I Support

Parents and caregivers navigating:

• Pregnancy loss (any trimester)

• Stillbirth or neonatal death

• Termination for medical reasons (Families seeking support following elective termination are warmly welcome through our sliding-scale self-pay option.)

• Postpartum grief after a difficult birth

You don’t have to do this alone. I walk with you—steady, kind, and practical.

What We Can Do Together (Services)

Loss‑Informed Doula Care (T1032)

• Grounding presence and emotional support

• Options counseling (what to expect, hospital/home choices)

• Memory‑making & legacy rituals (footprints, letters, keepsakes)

• Spiritual care aligned with your values and culture

• Partner/sibling support

• Care coordination with your medical team and funeral home

• Post‑loss recovery support (sleep, nourishment, boundaries)

Planning & Paperwork

• Practical checklists before/during/after loss

• Scripts for telling family, work, and community

• Referrals to therapy, support groups, hospice, and financial aid

Groups & Circles

• Monthly virtual grief circle (60 min)

• Partner‑only check‑ins (because they grieve, too)

For Providers

• In‑service trainings: trauma‑ and grief‑informed bedside presence

• Rapid response: on‑call support for perinatal loss cases