Doula Support
your personal advocate
My role as your doula is to assist you during pregnancy, labor, birth and beyond.
You Deserve a Doula
As your personal Doula, I will share knowledge, research and experience in order to provide physical, emotional, spiritual and informational support.
My goal for you is a trauma-free, beautiful birth. I will strive to help you achieve the birth that you desire.
I am self-employed and hired by you; I do NOT replace your caregiver nor take any responsibility for you/your baby’s health and safety.
As your Doula, I work for you and with you, to ensure that your birth is as beautiful as you are.
knowledge
support
love + care
What Doula’s Do NOT Do:
Here are some things that Doulas do not do:
Replace medical staff, give medical advice, take blood pressure, fetal heart checks, vaginal exams, make decisions for you, sign documents.
Complete Doula Package: $2,000
10) Evidence-based resources for various pregnancy, birth and postpartum-related topics.
*Placenta preparation is wrapped into my investment fee, including capsules and/or frozen cubes.
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Prenatal Conference
We will have 1 or 2 prenatal meetings to get to know one another, go through the childbirth education curriculum, meet your partner/birth team, establish or review your birth plan and talk in detail about different ways to manage labor discomforts. We will also have planned FaceTime/Skype dates to answer any questions you have for me.
I will ask about your knowledge of the birthing process and will provide any information as needed or requested. I would like to know of any internal resources we can draw upon to assist you with the birthing experience (prayer, meditation, affirmation, touch, silent support, etc.).
I have many resources, Facebook support groups, and book recommendations to share and connect you with. I also would like to know how you foresee yourself and your partner/birth team working together, the struggles you may have and the roles of each person during the labor and birth process.
Again, my role is to help you have your desired birth, however YOU define it. The more we dream about it, the better I can help that dream come true!
Availability/On-Call Period
Upon hiring, I am available to you via text or email (please reserve phone calls for emergencies). On-call labor support begins at 39 weeks. It may take up to two hours for me to get to you, considering I have 4 children that need childcare. We will be in nearly constant contact the last few weeks, so don’t worry — labor won’t just sneak up on us!
If you go into labor before 39 weeks gestation, my attendance is not guaranteed but I will do my best to be present. Life does happen so I will have a back up doula in place in case of unforeseen need (me or my child is sick, car trouble, family emergency).
In the unlikely event that I am unable to attend your birth, due to no fault of my own (unforeseen emergency, inclement weather, acts of God, precipitous/fast birth, lack of adequate contact by birthing person), the amount paid will not be refunded.
Early Labor
If you believe that you are in labor, call AND text me right away. We will evaluate and make a plan to check in every so often depending on your status. Never feel as though you are being a bother — it is my job to reassure you and keep you feeling comfortable, relaxed and at ease with the process.
Labor, Delivery & Postpartum
I offer comfort techniques such as guided breathing, Rebozo, massage, counter pressure, different movements/positions, essential oils, soothing music, birth affirmations and more. I will create as much of a safe, comfortable environment for you to birth, as I can possibly can!
As you desire, I can also help gather information so you can make informed decisions about your birth. I do not speak for you to medical staff, but I can advocate for you to have a “minute to think” or ask for space.
One of my biggest roles is to provide continuous emotional support throughout your entire birthing experience. I will remain with you after birth, until there is a successful breastfeeding session and you have settled into your postpartum rest.
I am available for immediate breastfeeding support and have many lactation consultant recommendations if you need further assistance. I will provide 1-2 postpartum visits to check up on you and baby. I am very familiar with postpartum issues and I will be here for you to listen, help, reflect and advise.
👩👧Now Offering Postpartum Support!
My commitment as your postpartum doula is to support you in whatever capacity is needed; grocery shopping, running errands, breakfast/lunch/dinner preparation, cleaning/tidying, holding baby while you nap or shower, talking through your birth story, navigating motherhood, breastfeeding support, new parent support, bathing baby, etc.
Hourly Rate – $40/hour*
Postpartum Package #1 — $375 for 10 hours of support
Postpartum Package #2 — $750 for 20 hours of support
*$5/hr will be added for families with twins.
There is no differential for overnight hours. Overnight support includes me spending the night to give you the rest you need. This can be done by having breastmilk pumped or formula on hand so bottles are prepared for me, allowing you to sleep through the night. Baby will be cared for, fed and changed as needed. You’ll wake up to the smell of coffee or your favorite tea.
As your Doula, I commit:
I will kindly remind you if we begin to deviate from your birth plan.
If something other than what was in the birth plan happens, I will verbalize what is going on and make sure you are okay with whatever is happening.
If medical interventions arise, I will discuss and inform you of your options.
I will NEVER sit back and allow my client to be violated by a medical provider.
Although I do not speak for you, I will always repeat your words and speak up for you.
If a situation arises and you feel as though you aren’t being heard or if you feel that you are being disrespected, I am there for you.
Deposit + Contract
A 25% deposit is due at the time of signing contract.
The remaining balance is due at 36 weeks gestation.
After you submit the contract, you will receive an email from me with your invoice.
I look forward to working with you!
Final Thoughts…
I offer affordable payment plans for those who feel they cannot afford my fee, including low income, financial hardship and teen mothers.
Your personal and financial status will be taken into account to determine whether or not you qualify for a reduced fee.
Please contact me to discuss payment options before you say no to a Doula’s help!
Take Your Next Step
I would love to get to know you more! Let’s connect.