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Birth Doula Services Include:
A complimentary in person meeting to get acquainted
Unlimited telephone and email support
Resources and referrals throughout my length of services including a lending library of books and DVD’s
A prearranged backup doula
Two prenatal visits where we will go over your birth preferences, comfort measures and basic breastfeeding
24 hour on call support beginning in your 38th week
Continuous labor support from whenever you invite me to join you through your birth and 1 to 2 hours afterwards, until everyone is settled and baby has his/her first feeding
One postpartum home visit to check in and assist you with any questions or concerns
Postpartum Doula Services:
The birth of a baby can be a life changing experience for the parent(s) and other family members. After your baby’s birth there are many adjustments a family makes. Many new parents find themselves unprepared for this transition. This is where I can lend my expertise and give you the resources to help this time be as memorable as possible. I can be there to nurture and offer emotional support, helping to recover faster and find the confidence you need to meet the challenges of a new baby. This allows the parents their own unique parenting style.
Support for emotional and physical recovery after birth
Education on infant care and baby soothing techniques
Foster family bonding
Breastfeeding support (referral to lactation consultant if out of my scope of practice)
Spend time with baby so family will have time to rest
Assist in household organization
Organize nursery for infant care
Prepare nutritious food
Offer a listening, non judgmental ear
Referrals to local resources
Phone contact as needed
Birth Consultation Package:
I offer this package to families planning to deliver without a doula. It will include 2 prenatal visits to help educate and prepare you for your labor and birth.
The First Prenatal Visit: together we will create a birth plan by discussing pain coping practices, comfort measures, medication preferences, and how to advocate for yourself during labor.
The Second Prenatal Visit: we will discuss any new concerns or questions you may have and review your birth plan. We will cover signs of labor, how to time contractions, when to go to hospital, what to expect in the postpartum period, basic breastfeeding tips and newborn care.