Doula Services

It is so important to find a doula you feel comfortable and “vibe” with. That is why I offer a free consultation so we can get to know one another before you make your decision. This meeting gives you the opportunity to ask more questions,learn more about me, my birth philosophies and support style, and most importantly- allows us to establish a relationship before we start working together!

Birth Doula Support

• A minimum of 4 prenatal visits in which we will discuss birth options and comfort measures, choices in childbirth settings, establish a relationship with you and your family, and educate on what to expect during pregnancy, labor and early postpartum.

• Check-ins before or after each of your provider visits

• 24/7 on-call support from 38 weeks on

• Continuous in person labor support during active labor and birth, including implementing position changes, comfort measures such as touch, breath work, and meditation, and providing you and your family evidence based information to make informed decisions during the birth process

• Immediate postpartum support for up to 2 hours after birth to get you and your family settled, encourage bonding and initiate breastfeeding if desired

• 4 postpartum visits during the first six weeks after the birth. These visits can include talking through your birth experience, troubleshooting basic breastfeeding issues, and developing a postpartum support plan for you and your family

• Access to trusted resources, community services and referrals to providers if needed

Virtual Birth Support

i have additional training in supporting families virtually and am proud to offer this option as well. This model may work well for families who live in remote locations, or desire a more intimate birth experience with fewer people in their birthing space

• A minimum of 4 prenatal sessions in which we will discuss birth options and comfort measures, choices in childbirth settings, establish a relationship with you and your family, and educate on what to expect during pregnancy, labor and early postpartum

• Check-ins before or after your provider visits

• Birth Preference Workshop- an additional session devoted to learning about options, comfort measures and creating a “birth plan” for your birth team to help you have an empowered birth experience, as well as training your birth partner in physical comfort measures such as labor positioning, and comforting touch. You will leave this session with your Birth Preference Sheet, and a customized Partner Support Guide.

• 24/7 on-call support from 38 weeks on

• Continuous virtual support during active labor and birth by phone, video and/or text including emotional support, support person coaching, and providing you and your family evidence based information to make informed decisions during the birth process

• 4 postpartum sessions during the first six weeks after the birth. These visits can include talking through your birth experience, troubleshooting basic breastfeeding issues, and developing a postpartum support plan for you and your family

• Access to trusted resources, community services and referrals to providers if needed

Pregnancy Coaching and Birth Prep

This option does not include labor support. This “doula in your pocket” model is great for those who want to feel prepared and confident navigating birth on their own and desire emotional support during pregnancy

• Check-in calls throughout your pregnancy, following your provider’s schedule (typically once a month for the first 28 weeks, then twice a month until 36 weeks, then weekly until delivery)

• Childbirth Education class- A 4 week, private childbirth education class covering: the birth process, common interventions, pain relief options, and basic newborn care that is customized to your unique experience and preferences

• Birth Preference Workshop- you will learn about your options, comfort measures and create a “birth plan” for your team to help you have an empowered birth experience, We will also practice physical comfort measures with your birth partner such as labor positioning, and comforting touch

• Partner Support Guide- This customized guide will be your support persons’ “cheat sheet”. We will discuss your preferred comfort measures, sample scripts for support and advocacy, and suggest tools for each stage of labor so that your support person can feel confident and ready to support you during birth

• 1 postpartum check-in

• Access to trusted resources, community services and referrals to providers if needed

Not finding what you’re looking for?

I recognize that every pregnancy and birth experience is unique and I aim to offer services that will meet each of my client’s needs. If you are looking for something different than the packages listed, please reach out to see if we can come up with a customized package just for you!

*Packages may vary when I am working in a partnership model with another doula.