Lorena Teran

Verified
Birth & Postpartum Doula
Gypsum, Colorado
10 years of experience
About me

I was born and raised in Panama, and with a North American and a Panamanian parent, I bring with me a taste of multicultural integration. I grew up in the country side of Panama, so moving to the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, to be outdoors as much as possible, enjoy hiking with our dog, kayaking, camping, and live a simple life, makes it feel like home. Ways I support families are connecting with baby prenatally, navigating birth (knowing now that the birth experience has a big impact on how our life unfolds and who we are), transitioning to parenthood, understanding postpartum recovery, boosting & (breast)feeding support, tips & tricks for less cry and more sleep, early brain development, and creating parenting habits with consciousness. I have over 35 years of working with families and their little ones in different fields, and with time, I became a strong promoter of prenatal bonding. My main focus is to help families as early as possible in their pregnancy, right after birth, with reading their newborn’s body language, expressing feelings, and practice processing them. The postpartum recovery period can be tricky... mothers go through wild hormonal and emotional changes throughout this journey, and adaptations, and infants as well, bring with them memories from the womb and the birth, which sometimes are manifested with cry. I model self-regulation, using tools like deep breathing and connection, helping the family, so mothers recover smoothly, and babies enjoy growing, feeling safe, loved, accepted, and understood, giving them tools to keep wanting to explore and be able to learn. I usually do overnights to help create a system, specially in those first weeks to help recovering baby’s birth weight, and so parents get some sleep; encouraging & empowering them. I am based in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, although I love going all over the United States and get to know new places at the same time.

Education

BA in Graphic Design (1994)

Certification and training

Birth Doula certification - CAPPA (2019)

Postpartum Doula certification - CAPPA (2019)

Lactation Counselor certification - ALPP (2021)

Memberships and affiliations

Childbirth and Postpartum Professionals Association

Association of Pre and Perinatal Psychology and Health

Credentials
CLC LD
Specialties
Baby and Toddler Sleep Coach Belly Binding Birth and Lactation Birth Assistant Birth Doula Birth Support Breastfeeding Assistance and Support Breastfeeding Support Car Seats Installment Childbirth Education Doula Trainer Early Parenting Educator Evidence-Based Care Exclusive Pumping/Bottle Feeding Infant Care Labor Doula Low Milk Supply/Over Supply Massage Multiples Natural Birth Natural Childbirth Newborn Care Newborn Prep Nipple and Breast Pain Overnight Newborn Care Parenting Parenting Support Positive Thinking Postpartum Care Postpartum Doula Care Premature Infants Prenatal Care Prenatal Life Returning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc) Support during Labor, Birth, and Postpartum
Languages

English, Spanish

Service introduction

Being Certified as a Labor & Postpartum Doula, Lactation Counselor, and Infant Massage Instructor, extensively trained in infant sleep, and presently certifying as Prenatal Psychology Educator, I bring a combination of knowledge and experience in supporting parents. Insurance topic can be talked at meet & greet.

Packages
Virtual Labor Doula
Studies have found the positive effects of doula care, to be greater for women who were socially disadvantaged, low income, unmarried, primiparous, giving birth in a hospital without a companion, or had experienced language/cultural barriers. Sometimes you don't have that person whom you feel safe with, a relative, close friend... a partner. Or, at last minute you did decide you wanted a support during all the labor and birth, you can count on me. Even from far, I can be very close to you during those moments, that besides evidence showing it helps with the outcomes, I will be holding your space, giving you company and being by you the whole time; just virtually. PRENATALLY • Prenatal virtual visits through zoom to review: - Prenatal bonding and psychology - Wished birth - Lactation expectations - Postpartum Recovery Plan - Newborn communication and normal behavior • Go over comfort measures so partner (if applicable), is confident on how to best support the birthing parent during labor and through the postpartum recovery period • Available for unlimited communication via text/email getting closer to Estimated Due Date • "On-Call" for 2 weeks margin before and after EDD • Assistance with any concern on birth option, birth place, birth plan DURING LABOR • Meet virtually and labor with the family via zoom or facetime • Continuous non-judgemental emotional, virtual, and educational support for the birthing person and their partner, throughout labor and delivery • Help protect Golden Hour baby latches and birthing parent feels settled after doing the 9 steps babies usually do at birth AFTER BIRTH • 2 Postpartum virtual visits • Assistance with any concern on newborn normal behavior including sleep patterns and lactation • Chestfeeding/Lactation support and encouragement, milk production and regaining baby's birth weight • Review postpartum plan • Wide variety of birth professional's resources for referral • Available for unlimited communication via text/email for consultation during the first 12 months **$200 off this package with the purchase of the Antepartum Virtual Doula Package
$985.00
USD Flat rate
Antepartum Virtual Doula
¡It is never too early to start getting ready for your baby! As soon as you know you want a baby, or just found out you are pregnant, we can start strengthening mother/baby bond. The earlier, the better... Ideally even before conception. Every human grows into adulthood with a heavy sequel from the experience in the womb and the process of being born. This Bundle of facts provides parents with the tools to help their children thrive throughout their lives, and help them understand their existence as adults. Studies have indicated that the inclusion of doulas in the prenatal period, at a point when behavioral changes can most impact birth outcomes, is most effective involving them early in the pregnancy. We go over evidence-based information from all around the globe, and answer questions that you may have. This are offered in at least 20 virtual visits or as necessary of 45 min each. We will talk about: - Your journey's beginning - Desirable birth - Family Tree - Discovery period - Mental Health - Connecting with baby - Fetal development - Nutrition - Exercise - Team - Cultures/traditions - Communication - The birth process - Comfort Techniques - Unexpected situations - Golden Hour - Postpartum recovery - Lactation - Newborn - Parenting/discipline - Life with a Baby - Review desirable birth one more time ~ Keep on meeting as needed until feeling confident and empowered to give birth ~
$950.00
USD Flat rate
Birth Doula
Including Doulas as a part of an enhanced prenatal group care program can improve birth outcomes. Doula-assisted mothers are four times less likely to have a LBW baby, two times less likely to experience a birth complication involving themselves or their baby, and significantly more likely to initiate breastfeeding. Research have shown that with the support of doulas, many women are able to forego epidurals, avoid cesarean births, and have less stressful births. A skilled doula empowers a woman to communicate her needs and perceptions and actualize her dream of a healthy, positive birth experience. Every birth is a white canvas, very individualized. Knowing that you have somebody you trust and feel safe by your side, makes the ride smoother. PRENATALLY • Prenatal virtual visits through zoom to review: - Information on prenatal psychology and bonding - Plan your wished birth - Go over lactation expectations - Work on a Postpartum Recovery Plan - Understand newborn communication and normal behavior • 1 Prenatal visit in person of 1-2 hrs. on week 38 • Go over comfort measures so partner (if applicable), is confident on how to best support the birthing parent during labor and through the postpartum recovery period • Available for unlimited communication via text/email getting closer to Estimated Due Date • "On-Call" for 2 weeks margin before and after EDD • Assistance with any concern on birth option, birth place, birth plan DURING LABOR • Meet at the family's home and labor with mom or communicate via phone until mom desires to meet (at their home or at the birth place) • Continuous non-judgemental emotional, physical, and educational support for the birthing person and their partner, throughout labor and delivery • Protect Golden Hour baby latches and birthing parent feels settled after doing the 9 steps babies usually do at birth, stay until baby and parent fall asleep after • Take photos with client's phone/camera (if desire & permitted) AFTER BIRTH • 2 Postpartum visits (2hrs each) during the first week • Assistance with any concern on newborn normal behavior including sleep patterns and lactation • Chestfeeding/Lactation support and encouragement, milk production and regaining baby's birth weight • Review postpartum plan • Wide variety of birth professional's resources for referral • Back-up Doula available (depending on the area) in case of emergency • Available for unlimited communication via text/email for consultation during the first 12 months **$200 off this package with the purchase of the Antepartum Virtual Doula Package PLUS **$200 off this package with the purchase of Postpartum Services
$1,895.00
USD Flat rate
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