Birth Doula
Birth doula care (38-42+ weeks)
I offer two pre-birth visits, one postpartum support visit, and birth doula support starting at 38 weeks.
The pre-birth visits are for getting to know one another, for exploring your birth options, for preparing a birth plan, and for engaging in individualized childbirth education.
Starting at 38 weeks, I will be on call for your birth. I only take on one or two clients a month, all but guaranteeing that I will be able to accompany you during your birth. When your labor is underway and you feel ready for me to join, I can come to your home or I can meet you at the hospital. I will then support you in navigating your labor, coping with contractions, making informed decisions about your care, and advocating for yourself. If your partner or a family friend is also attending your birth, I can help them help you, getting them involved in hip-squeezes, back rubs, and other labor support methods.
Two to three days after the birth, I offer one postpartum support visit to help establish breastfeeding (if applicable) and to debrief your birth.
Postpartum Doula
My postpartum doula care is very individualized since every family has very specific needs. It may include any of the services listed below. If you are looking for a service that I have not listed, please do not hesitate to reach out! You are the expert in your care needs, and I will happily support you in any way that I can :)
Breast/Chest/Infant feeding support (whatever your choices may be)
Help with the emotional and physical recovery after your birth
Light housekeeping including bottle washing, baby laundry, and kitchen cleaning
Newborn care education
Assistance with newborn care including diapering, bathing, feeding and comforting