Tessa Nichols

Birth & Postpartum Doula

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Temple Terr, Florida

Tessa Nichols

Birth & Postpartum Doula

Temple Terr, Florida

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About me

Hello! My name is Tessa and I have lived in Tampa my entire life. I did my training with MaternityWise Institute and finished in May of 2024. I believe in a peaceful, no-judgment birth experience for my clients. I am a christian and would love to involve my faith in my work with clients BUT-*I will not bring my religion into our time together at your request :)* I have read many books and surrounded myself with knowledge on how to assist in hospital and home birth/birthing center births. I am learned in natural pain relief and have much experience with new borns. I am also able to help emotionally and physically with an epidural. I am also a birth assistant at a birth center. Whether we work together or not, I hope you have a peaceful, stress-free pregnancy and birth :)

Certification and training

Maternity Wise Institute (2024)

Credentials

CLD CLE CPD

Languages

English

Service introduction

My birth doula services include: Phone, text, email support through pregnancy At least 2 prenatal visits. Planning for birth, talking about hopes and fears. Stretching and exercises appropriate for pregnancy. On-Call 2 weeks starting prior to due date. Non-medical pain/comfort measures List of prenatal resources. Postpartum- Emotional and physical support. LIGHT housekeeping (dishes, folding laundry, tidying up etc). Nutritious meal planning and prep. Sibling assistance. Cesarean recovery support. Breastfeeding support/education. List of resources (chiropractor, therapist, pt, pediatrician etc)

Packages

Birth Support Package

My birth doula services include but are not limited to: Phone, text, email support through pregnancy At least 2 prenatal visits. Discussing ideal birth experience. Attend prenatal checkups with you if you desire Planning for birth, talking about hopes and fears. Stretching and exercises appropriate for pregnancy. On-Call 2 weeks starting prior to due date. Non-medical pain/comfort measures List of prenatal resources. Labor support: Massage/counter pressure. Birthing ball positions. Suggesting and assisting with position changes. Creating a calming environment (lights, music, etc). Water therapy. Hydrating and feeding birther. Hands-on infant feeding support. Anything (within my scope of practice) that you feel will help you have the positive birth experience you desire. ***My job as a doula is NOT to speak for you or your partner (should you have one) in the birth space but to give you the information, validation, and support you need to effectively advocate for your for yourself whether you are having a home or hospital birth.***

$1,125.00

USD Flat rate

Postpartum Support

Postpartum- 1-4 visits. 4 hours minimum each visit. Discuss questions or concerns. Help you debrief after the birth. Care for your baby while you shower or sleep. Emotional and physical support. LIGHT housekeeping (dishes, folding laundry, tidying up etc). Nutritious meal planning and prep. Sibling assistance. Cesarean recovery support. Breastfeeding support/education (should you choose to breastfeeding) List of resources (chiropractor, therapist, pt, pediatrician etc) Assist with anything you feel will help you settle in and feel supported in the postpartum period (that is within my scope of practice)

$35.00

USD Per hour