Hello! My name is Rachelle and I am a Pregnancy, Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, Early Childhood Educator, & Consultant. I operate personally in the beautiful PNW as well as virtually anywhere that supports a Zoom connection! Ask me how I am able to serve you virtually (yes, even your birth!) or feel free to reach out for a free 30 minute consultation to see how I may best support you & your family- I look forward to learning more and chatting with you soon!
My Philosophy: I wholeheartedly believe in respecting your body and your choices in working towards the birth & postpartum period that you are working hard to achieve. Never judgmental and always prioritizing the safety of yourself and your baby. To trust your body that was made to grow, deliver, and nurture your baby. To provide evidence based Information to empower you in making informed choices every step along the way of your individual path. To be there for you emotionally, physically, and mentally and to be your listening ear and voice of love & encouragement. To utilize a holistic approach to wellness when possible & always support you in advocating for yourself, your baby, and your maternal care. To embrace your culture & identity woven Into the fabric of your care, traditions, and family support.
Certification and training
Birth Doula Training Program, DONA, Bastyr University (2020)
Postpartum Doula Training Program, DONA, Bastyr University (2021)
Breastfeeding For Doulas Certificate Program, DONA, Bastyr University (2020)
Early Childhood Education- 120 hours (2018)
Early Learning Center- Center Director (2018)
Infant & Adult CPR/AED/1st Aid Certified (2023)
Food Handlers Card- Snohomish County Health Department (2024)
HIV/Bloodborne Pathogens Training- Dept. Of Labor & Industries (2024)
Aromatherapy for Clinical Use- Certificate Program (2022)
Birth Doula Certification, DONA (2023)
Perinatal Mental Health Specialized Training, Postpartum Support International (2023)
Supporting Parents in the NICU (2023)
Memberships and affiliations
DONA
Credentials
CBD
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Specialties
AbuseAdvanced Maternal AgeAnxiety and DepressionAromatherapyBaby and Toddler Sleep CoachBabywearingBirth and Lactation Birth DoulaBirth SupportBirth TraumaBreastfeeding Assistance and SupportBreastfeeding SupportBreech BirthCesarean, Episiotomy and Scar PainChildbirth EducationChildhood Growth and DevelopmentEarly Parenting EducatorEvidence-Based CareExclusive Pumping/Bottle FeedingHealthy EatingHerbal Postpartum CareHigh-Risk PregnancyHome BirthHypnobirthing MethodInfant CareKeeping FitLabor DoulaLatch IssuesLife TransitionsLow Milk Supply/Over SupplyMultiplesNatural BirthNatural ChildbirthNewborn CareNewborn PrepNipple and Breast PainOvernight Newborn CarePain Management ParentingParenting SupportPerinatal and Infant LossPerinatal Anxiety and DepressionPerinatal Mood DisordersPositive ThinkingPostpartum CarePostpartum DepressionPostpartum Doula CarePostpartum LifePreconceptionPregnancy ComplicationsPregnancy LossPremature InfantsPrenatal CarePrenatal LifeRelaxation TechniquesReproductive and ParentingReproductive Mental HealthReturning to work (pumping, breastmilk storage, etc)Sibling PreparationSpiritualityStress ManagementSupport during Labor, Birth, and PostpartumSupport in Pregnancy LossToddlersVaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)ViolenceWater birth
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Languages
English
Service introduction
I offer traditional in-person Pregnancy, Birth, & Postpartum Doula Services as well as 100% virtual Pregnancy, Birth, & Postpartum Doula and Consulting Services (anywhere you can get on Zoom).
I can come in as your trusted sister-friend and advisor as early as conception, in the midst of your Postpartum period, or anywhere in between!! Please reach out for a free 30 minute consultation to chat about what you're needing/looking for, how I can best help you & your family, or to learn about how my virtual services work- I would be delighted to hear from you!
My specialties include: Pregnancy guidance, preparation for you and your birth team (partners/family/siblings) to work towards your birth vision with the support you need & deserve, unmedicated/zero-low intervention hospital births, holistic care & pain management techniques, preparing for Postpartum & creating a family Postpartum plan, newborn care, sibling support, lactation support, transitioning back to work, & transitioning baby into daycare settings.
Packages
Complete Birth Doula Package- Virtual
This is the complete package for birth support! Includes: Two 1-1.5 hour prenatal appointments via zoom (answer questions, pain management, birth plans, coach partner on how to best assist you, what to expect with your labor/delivery, and so much more), on-call services with text/email support from 38-42 weeks, continuous support via Zoom/phone/text/walkie talkie app/etc. once active labor is established, immediate postpartum support for first 2 hours following delivery, and one 1-hour Postpartum follow up via Zoom.
$1,800.00
USD Flat rate
Complete Birth Doula Package- In-Person/Local
Includes everything listed above in "Complete Birth Doula Package-Virtual" except all appointments and labor/delivery/Postpartum support is in-person. *1st prenatal appointment may be held on Zoom at your request.
$1,800.00
USD Flat rate
Postpartum Rescue Virtual Session
Exactly how it sounds! If you're Postpartum and discovering that you need some quick help or support, this may be an option for you! Includes 1 hour zoom to talk about whatever you need, book on demand depending upon availability. Follow up email included with visit recap, information, resources, and referrals as needed.
$60.00
USD Flat rate
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Complete Birth Doula Package- Virtual
This is the complete package for birth support! Includes: Two 1-1.5 hour prenatal appointments via zoom (answer questions, pain management, birth plans, coach partner on how to best assist you, what to expect with your labor/delivery, and so much more), on-call services with text/email support from 38-42 weeks, continuous support via Zoom/phone/text/walkie talkie app/etc. once active labor is established, immediate postpartum support for first 2 hours following delivery, and one 1-hour Postpartum follow up via Zoom.
$1,800.00
USD Flat rate
Complete Birth Doula Package- In-Person/Local
Includes everything listed above in "Complete Birth Doula Package-Virtual" except all appointments and labor/delivery/Postpartum support is in-person. *1st prenatal appointment may be held on Zoom at your request.
$1,800.00
USD Flat rate
Postpartum Rescue Virtual Session
Exactly how it sounds! If you're Postpartum and discovering that you need some quick help or support, this may be an option for you! Includes 1 hour zoom to talk about whatever you need, book on demand depending upon availability. Follow up email included with visit recap, information, resources, and referrals as needed.
$60.00
USD Flat rate
Postpartum Care- In your Home!
Postpartum care is available to book on an hourly basis in your home. Postpartum care prioritizes infant and parent care/education/support, however, household tasks and sibling support may also be included. Postpartum care is booked and provided at an hourly rate: Rates start at $45.00 per hour for daytime care. Rates start at $60.00 per hour for overnight care. Please reach out to schedule a free, 30-minute consultation via Zoom to chat more about what postpartum care & support could look like for you & your family!
$45.00
USD Per hour
Private Childbirth Education
This is a privately led childbirth education class, just for you and your partner/birth team! We work together for 4 hours, learning the in's and out's of labor & delivery, what to expect the day of, induction, cesarean births, postpartum preparation, lactation, newborn care, & the list goes on! This can be done in-person or virtually.
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