Birth Doula Services $800
Every woman deserves to have the birth of her dreams. Miscommunication and insufficient education can derail your dream birth. As your doula, I can teach you the right questions to ask your provider, discuss your options with you without judgement or time constraints, show you positions and stretches to help baby descend, apply and teach acupressure for a more comfortable pregnancy, and a natural, shorter, more comfortable, and positive birth experience, and give constant support through birth. We can discuss how to best prepare yourself for birth, and how you can get the most out of your postpartum experience.
Specifics of what my birth doula package includes
Specifics of what my birth doula package includes
- Free consultation
- 2 prenatal appointments where we discuss your birth plan, and prepare to make the most of the experience
- Availablity through phone calls, text or email, during normal business hours for questions and concerns
- On-call support 24/7 from 37 weeks until delivery.
- Attendance at your birth by me or a backup (as necessary) from when you request assistance, until when you feel secure after birth (about 2 hours)
- Postpartum call within 48 hours from birth
- Postpartum visit around 5 days after birth
- Postpartum visit around 6 weeks.
- Hand dyed rebozo and education on how to use it during pregnancy and afterwards
- Copy of your baby's birth story, through my eyes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need a doula?
Everyone has different needs in labor. Some women can handle the intensity of labor by themselves. Most need outside support. I can assist in position changes to help baby descend faster or mom cope better with pain. I can perform light touch massage and counter pressure to help alleviate back labor. I can use a rebozo to help baby turn, or mom get into a better position.
I have a very supportive husband. He wants to help me out. Why do I need a doula as well? Won't he feel useless?
I will never take the place of your significant other. I am trained to help him or her help you! Birth is a very private and emotional experience for couples. I want to strengthen your bond, not get in the way. Many husbands need encouragement and guidance in knowing what they can do to help. I can show him what to do, and how to do it, so you can focus on having a baby.
Will you replace the nursing staff?
No, I don't do any clinical tasks, like placing IVs or checking your cervix. I will be there to support you physically and emotionally. The nurses will do their part, making sure all is going well with you and baby and I will do mine, helping you focus and get the birth you want.
Will you make decisions for me?
No! This is YOUR birth, YOUR body. I will give you the information you need to make informed decisions. You will make the decisions. I will help remind you, and those at the birth, of your choices, and advocate for you getting what you want.
What if I have questions after our initial appointments?
I will be available as much as possible to answer your questions. Before going into labor please limit questions to 9-5, I do have a family I need to take care of. If you think you are in labor feel free to call or text me any time day or night.
What happens when I go into labor?
Labor starts when it wants to. Call me when it does. Depending on what you want, where you live, and where you're delivering I will either meet you at your home, or at the hospital. Don't worry if it's prelabor. I would always rather know things are going on, and not be needed, than miss your birth because I didn't know.
What happens if things don't go as planned?
Birth is not something we can control. Despite all our best efforts, there may be issues with baby, you may decide you need some sort of pain medication. I will be there to support you as long as you want me there. I can't guarantee a perfect birth, but I will always be on your side.
What happens if you can't make it to my birth?
If I am going to be out of town around your guess date, I will make arrangements with the doulas I work with, to make sure you are covered, no matter what. I will make sure you meet them before you need them. If I am at another birth, I will get my backup to you. If you call me, and baby is born before I can arrive, it usually takes about an hour to get to you, there is no refund , as I think much of my value is in the education I do. If, for some unforeseeable reason, I miss your birth, having had ample time to arrive, I will refund $150, or make it up in postpartum care. I strive to never need this.