Doula Services Offered
Before the Labor and Birth...
In addition to a free initial consultation, two to three prenatal visits are included in my fee. We will use this time to get acquainted and learn about your birthing wishes. During this time I am also available to answer any questions about the pregnancy, labor, birth and the postpartum period.
I am also available for a birth plan consultation.
I offer unlimited telephone and email contact during your pregnancy and postpartum.
I am on call for your birth 24/7 two weeks before and after your EDD.
The ultimate goal of this period is to build a rapport necessary to facilitate a dialogue used as forum to discuss and express any desires, fears and commitments-- to achieve a satisfying birth experience.
During the Labor and Birth…
I will begin to offer labor support as soon as you feel a continuous presence is needed. During labor, I will provide physical comfort measures to offer and maintain a useful pain management strategy. These comfort measures include massage, aromatherapy, relaxation techniques and suggestion for optimal laboring positions. In addition to physical comfort measures, I will offer continuous emotional support and encouragement. I will provide informational support, answer questions, facilitate a dialogue between you and your care providers, and to help fulfill your Birth Plan wishes
I am also available to take photos of labor, birth and baby.
My goal is to advocate through knowledge, supportive measures (physical, emotional, and informational)--adding to an empowering birth experience.
After the Birth...
I will remain with you during the immediate postpartum period, up to two hours. I am available to assist with initial breastfeeding as needed. Within the first week, I will offer one postpartum visit to review the birth, assist with basic newborn care, and assist with the transition of life with a new babe. Birth story and all photos will also be available during the postpartum visit.
My goal is to ensure good mother-baby (partner-bonding) is encouraged and established--crucial to the beginning of a newborn life.
Summary of Doula Services:
*2-3 prenatal visits
*Unlimited email/phone consultation during pregnancy
*Birth Plan consultation
*On-call services 24 hours/day (2 weeks before and after EDD)
*Personalized massage oil for childbirth
*Continuous labor support in home, birth center or hospital
*A birth story and photos of the labor, birth and new baby--personalized DVD
*1 postpartum visit
Additional Services:
*Herbal sitz bath preparation
*Breastfeeding Support
*Lending resource library
*Referrals to community resources
*Baby wearing instruction/assistance
Fee For Service: Sliding scale. Please contact me for a detailed fee scale.