BIRTH SUPPORT
Premium doula care from beginning to end.
YOUR BIRTH, your way.
Every mother deserves to have an empowering birth experience.
Whether you know the exact kind of birth you want or are just starting to explore your options, our doulas are here to partner with you and help bring your vision to life. For birth support, we use specialized, evidence based methods that greatly increase your chances of having a quicker, more comfortable, and safer delivery.
WHAT THE RESEARCH SAYS ABOUT DOULAS
those who have birth doula support experience a…
15% increase in the likelihood of a natural vaginal birth
31% decrease in the risk of having negative feelings about their birth
38% decrease in the baby’s risk of receiving a low Apgar score
39% decrease in the risk of having a
c-section
10% decrease in the use of any pain medications
Decrease of their time in labor with an average of 41 minutes
Source: 2017 Cochrane review of continuous labor support (Bohren et al.), as summarized by Evidence Based Birth.
how our birth doula support works…
It all begins with our prenatal appointments. During this time, we help map out your birth plan based on your preferences. Our goal is for you to have your birth, your way - no judgment! When it’s time for baby to be born, we will be there with you every step of the way making you feel safe, secure, and confident that you can do this!
What’s included in birth doula support?
Let’s look at the details…
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• Initial meeting to connect and discuss the birth plan (virtual)
• E-mail, text, and phone support from now until, well… forever (we mean it!)
• In-home visit to discuss expectations, hopes, and concerns for labor. We will offer suggestions for helpful supplies, as well as review labor pain coping strategies in your home setting.
• Breastfeeding preparation and education
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• 24/7 on call beginning two weeks before your due date.
• Support and assistance from active labor throughout the entire birth process, whether homebirth, birthing center or hospital.
• Massage and position techniques to increase comfort as well as progress labor efficiently.
• Breathing techniques for every stage of labor.
• Work together with your partner so they can be an active participant in your support.
• Organize transfer to hospital or birthing center.
• If desired, take photos of labor, birth, and early postpartum.
• Provide and maintain a calm, supportive and reassuring setting for your birth experience.
• Make sure your birth plan wishes are being honored and advocated for in the hospital.
• If medical interventions are necessary, we will help you understand your options so you can make an informed decision.
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Breastfeeding support, assisting in the baby’s first latch and making sure you are comfortable and confident.
In-home visit, typically a few days after birth. This allows your doula to assist you in recovery and provide extensive breastfeeding assistance, including management of engorgement, prevention of common issues, ensuring adequate milk supply, proper latch, effective positioning and more.
Birth Doula Pricing
BIRTH DOULA INVESTMENT
Certified Doulas starting at $2,485.
Bundle and save! Ask us about our Complete Care Package, which includes
all of the above birth services + ten hours of additional in-home postpartum support!
BIRTH DOULA REVIEWS