Betsy Gough

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Birth & Postpartum Doula
Newport Beach, California
5.0
About me

After my son's birth, I was reeling from how incredible my birth journey was. I heard so many horror stories from friends and family about how their birthing days went. I was appalled for them. Most were pushed around by hospital staff, forced into unnecessary c-sections or just completely unaware of what options they had! I became determined to be an advocate for women who want to feel validated and that they can birth the way they choose. I wanted to be able to provide a beautiful experience, to anyone who desired it. Having my son empowered me to help other women have the birth of their dreams. I strive for a smooth, calm process, free from stress, judgement and fear. Whether it be at home, a birth center or hospital, all natural, medicated or planned c-sections, I believe that women should be able to do things their own way. Because each and every woman, birth and baby is different, I take pride in supporting you, however you choose to proceed. Hospitals can get confusing, nurses/OB's can get impatient, let me be your advocate through this journey. Let me help you, do you. Let's birth the way that you want.

Education

Associate of Science - Culinary Arts (2013)

Certification and training

Birth Doula Certification, DONA (2024)

Memberships and affiliations

The Doula Network

National Baby Co

Medi-cal Provider

TRICARE Provider

Credentials
CD (DONA) CD
Specialties
Allergies Anxiety and Depression Babywearing Birth and Lactation Birth Doula Birth Support Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Car Seats Installment Evidence-Based Care Infant Care Labor Doula Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Newborn Care Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Perinatal Mood Disorders Postpartum Adjustment Postpartum Care Postpartum Chef Postpartum Depression Postpartum Doula Care Postpartum Life Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Therapy Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Water birth
Languages

English

Accepted insurances
CalOptima Health Net Kaiser Permanente L.A. Care Health Plan Medicaid Medi-Cal Tricare
Service introduction

I like to meet with my clients at least twice before labor (virtually or in-person) to make sure we are all on the same page and ensure that I can support you as best as possible. Once contracted, I commit to my clients and their family. I am an In-Network Provider with Medi-cal and TRICARE. I also work with many clients to help secure reimbursement with insurance companies. I'd truly love to help you have the best birth experience you hope for.

Packages
All-Inclusive Birth Package
● 1-2 prenatal appointments to discuss birth preferences, positions for comfort, your emotional wellbeing, exercises to prepare your body for birth, relationship concerns and hard truths ● Peace of Mind car seat installation ● Materials and tools for birth; TENS unit, birth/peanut balls, baby carriers, books, and more ● Phone, text, video and email support from the date of hire through first six weeks after birth ● On-call availability starting from 38 weeks until baby's arrival ● Support in choosing when is the right time for you to go to the birth center or hospital so you can labour at home as long as comfortably possible ● Unlimited hands-on physical, emotional, and informational support during your birthing time for both you and your partner ● Advocacy should we have to veer away from your plan ● Immediate post-partum support, including breastfeeding education, belly binding, food and hydration ● 1 In-home post-partum visit within the first 10 days to check on you, your baby, and your family ● Access to a backup doula if I'm not able to attend the birth for some reason
$1,999.00
USD Flat rate
Virtual Birth Package
● Two 1-hour prenatal meetings covering birthing preferences, labour, comfort measures, delivery, and more! ● All the information you could want about comfort measures and labour positions ● Creation of a birth plan and post-partum care plan ● Unlimited video, text, email and phone availability from 38 weeks to 6 week post-partum. I'm the perfect filter for Google to put your mind at ease ● Option to use full fee toward birth; based on availability and location ● 1 postpartum visit to assess mom's recovery, physically and mentally, breastfeeding support, baby and family's adjustment to new life.
$999.00
USD Flat rate
Ratings and reviews
Average
5.0
# of Reviews
3
5.0

Betsy is genuine and always there for me when I needed her. I had issues with my first doula because she hardly responded to my texts and questions and Betsy without hesitation became my new doula. She made sure to reach out all the time and made me feel like i really did have support. Some people are genuinely passionate about what they do and Betsy definitely is one of them.

- Vivian L.

5.0

Betsy was absolutely incredible during my birthing time and I cannot recommend her enough as a doula! From the moment we first spoke she was so knowledgeable and made me feel confident in my choices. Betsy was there for me throughout my pregnancy whenever I needed to talk or just answer a question here and there. Even though my birth didn’t go according to plan she was right there with me every step of the way from laboring at home to being transferred to the hospital from our birth center. My baby had been in an optimal position for weeks and then flipped sunny side up as soon as labor started. Betsy was so helpful with my horrible back labor doing hip squeezes, tens unit, using a massage gun, and helping me with the miles circuit to try to flip my baby around. When I wasn’t progressing it was recommended I go to the hospital to get an epidural to get my body to relax which was an absolute no no in my birth plan because I wanted an all natural water birth. But if it weren’t for Betsy recommending the best hospital ever (Saddleback Memorial Care in Laguna Hills) I don’t think my birth would have ended as positively. She knew how well they take care of people there and I honestly don’t know what we would have done without her guidance. Even though it wasn’t the birth I had envisioned I ended up having the best experience and unplanned C-section at that hospital. I know that we did everything we could to try to flip my baby. Turns out he was 9lbs 12oz and I am very thankful that I did not have to push him out. I truly cannot say enough great things about Betsy she is kind and compassionate with a plethora of knowledge about birth and breastfeeding. If you are looking for a doula look no further!

- Madison B.

5.0

Betsy was a God-sent doula. She was exactly the presence I needed in my birth and brought an atmosphere of joy (can you believe we were LAUGHING in between contractions sometimes?! I can't!). It was exactly what I needed in the moment and when things got hard, she knew how to just rub my back or emphasize with me. She was on top of every single thing from timing contractions to making sure we were staying in touch with the midwife and providing updates. She was supportive in every way. I would not have wanted to do this birth without her!

- Michelle C.

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