I recently trained with MaternityWise International, and I am searching for three families who would like birth support at a reduced price so I can complete my certification. (If you would also like a postpartum doula, I will be working toward that certification, as well, so you can absolutely combine services). *I can support birth in a home, hospital, or birth center setting.
Birth Doula-In-Training Package
2 or 4 Prenatal Sessions (depending on due date) Including:
Prenatal Coaching/Education
Planning for Birth, Written Wishes, etc.
Assist in "Greening" Home for Baby
Prenatal Support by Email & Phone
On-Call Labor Support Including:
On-Call 2 Weeks Starting Prior to Due Date
Continuous Physical Support in Labor
Non-Medical Pain/Comfort Measures
Informational & Emotional Support
In-Hospital and In-Home Lactation Support Including:
First Latch and Home Arrival Lactation Support
3 weeks of Continuous Phone/Text Support
1 In-Home Postnatal Session:
1 Post-Birth Meeting (can be combined with Lactation)
Resourcing and Referrals
5x7 Portrait Keepsake
$350
**Available to 3 families. After certification, packages/prices will look different.
What does a labor/birth doula do?
A labor/birth doula provides physical and emotional support, education, and advocacy to 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