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I can support birth in a home, hospital, or birth center setting. I am working toward certification and plan to be certified by Fall.
If pricing is keeping you from getting a doula to support you during your birth, please reach out and we can discuss options in our consultation. Payment plans are available. Once certified, I plan to sign on with Husky and Carrot.
What does a labor/birth doula do?
A labor/birth doula provides physical and emotional support, education, and advocacy to women/birthing individuals before, during, and after childbirth. A labor/birth doula does NOT perform medical tasks, give medical advice, or replace any of your medical team (midwives, doctors, nurses, etc).
Before Birth:
Discuss the birth process
Help to form a birth plan(s)
Discuss options so you can make informed opinions
Teach comfort measures/coping techniques
Help prepare the partner
24/7 text support for any questions or concerns that may arise
During Labor & Delivery:
Offer physical support (massage, counter pressure, etc)
Suggest labor positions
Offer reassurance and encouragement
Explain medical terms and procedures to ensure you understand what is happening
Help you communicate your preferences to medical staff
Take pictures (optional)
Postpartum:
Initial breastfeeding support
Meet with you one last time to answer any questions/check in, and provide more emotional support
Birth Doula Packages
Birth Doula Packages
Labor Basic Package
2 Prenatal Sessions Including:
Prenatal Coaching/Education
Assist in "Greening" Home for Baby
Prenatal Support by Email & Phone/Text
Birth Wishes Planning Session (includes discussing your fears)
On-Call Labor Support Including:
On-Call 2 Weeks Starting Prior to Due Date Through 14 Days After Due Date
Continuous Physical Support in Labor
Non-Medical Pain/Comfort Measures
Informational & Emotional Support
Lactation Support at Birth
1 In-Home Postpartum Session:
1 Post-Birth Meeting
Home-Cooked Meal
Resourcing and Referrals
5x7 Portrait Keepsake
$1,500
Labor Comprehensive Package
3 Prenatal Sessions Including:
Prenatal Coaching/Education
Assist in "Greening" Home for Baby
Prenatal Support by Email & Phone/Text
Birth Wishes Planning Session (Includes discussing your fears)
On-Call Labor Support Including:
On-Call 2 Weeks Starting Prior to Due Date Through 14 Days After Due Date
Continuous Physical Support in Labor
Non-Medical Pain/Comfort Measures
Informational & Emotional Support
Lactation Support At Birth and Postpartum:
First latch and at-home lactation support
3 weeks of continuous phone/text support
1 In-Home Postpartum Session:
1 Post-Birth Meeting (can be combined with Lactation)
Home-Cooked Meal
Resourcing and Referrals
5x7 Portrait Keepsake
Framed Watercolor Placenta
$1,800
Labor/Postpartum Basic Combo - $2,500
Everything in the Labor Basic Package, plus:
2 overnights (10pm-6am)
4 hours of daytime postpartum support
Labor/Postpartum Comprehensive Combo - $4,000
Everything in the Labor Comprehensive Package, plus:
5 overnights (10pm-6am)
8 hours of daytime postpartum support (can be split up into 2 days)
Add-Ons
Overnight (10pm-6am) - $375 (+$45 for each additional hour)
Daytime or twilight hour postpartum support (minimum 4 hours) - $45/hour
5x7 Portrait Keepsake
Black & White - $25
Color Pop - $35
*Portraits are drawn by Kara's cousin, Hannah Pipolo.
Why do I need to have prenatal appointments in a doula package?
The prenatal appointments are both a way for Kara to get to know you and your birth preferences, as well as you to get educated on childbirth, coping mechanisms, natural pain measures, and more. The prenatal appointments are very comprehensive and have a specific layout, but can also be customized based on the knowledge you already have about childbirth and postpartum, or your preferences for learning. Kara is always willing to work with you to ensure you are as prepared as possible for this huge transition.
*If you are a second-time parent, prenatals are still necessary, but the topics may be modified.
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