Birth Doula Services

No Obligation Consultation

Pregnant Woman This is a chance for you to discover if I am the right doula for you: both my personality and my experience. During this meeting you may have several questions you want to ask me about my training, philosophy and the services I provide. I am enthusiastic about giving you all the information you need to choose the doula that is right for you.

Prenatal Meetings

If, after our consultation, you think I am the right doula for you we will schedule 2-3 prenatal meetings. During these important meetings, we will discuss your thoughts and feelings about birth, I will assist you in creating a birth plan, practice relaxation techniques to use during your labor, and discuss other aspects of birth and your pregnancy. I can also meet you at an appointment with your doctor or midwife, if you would like. Partners are welcome at all prenatal meetings!

Phone & Email Support

Between visits, if you feel like you need someone to talk to about your pregnancy or impending birth, you are welcome to contact me via phone or email. I am happy to discuss any concerns or feelings you may have. If you have a specific question that I cannot answer at the time, I will happily find the information for you. Sometimes you just need someone to vent to about your pregnancy and I'm happy to be that person!

Labor & Birth Support

Breastfeeding Simply put, I will be there from the time you feel you need me until after the baby is born. I am on-call for you 24/7 in the two weeks before and after your due date. My job is to meet your needs during labor. I do this by helping your partner show you relaxation and pain coping techniques, suggesting position changes, massage, running interference with visitors, filling everyone's basic needs (food, drinks, bathroom breaks, etc), helping you acquire additional information about interventions if they become necessary, and generally just making sure your labor and birth go as smoothly as possible—whatever you need. I am also available to take birth photography, if you would like! I can take as many or few as you desire, as time permits. I will be sure to take many pictures of you new beautiful baby, or you and your partner; pictures to help you remember your wonderful Birth Day! If you don't have a partner or your partner is not going to be involved with the birth, you can expect that I will give you all the one-on-one support you need.

Postpartum Visit

After the birth of your baby, I would like to visit you once the dust has settled (usually one to two weeks after baby is born). This is a great opportunity for us to discuss your birth, troubleshoot breastfeeding or baby care issues, or just hang out and admire your precious little one(s). I'm also available by phone or email anytime after the birth if you need help or suggestions. At this time I will present you with a birth story and a CD of pictures from your birth.

My Fees

My fee for the above package is $450. A $175 non-refundable deposit is required upfront to reserve your birth on my calendar. If my fee seems uncomfortable to you, please let me know at our consultation and we can discuss ways to accommodate your budget.

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