what is a doula?
A doula is a birth professional who is there solely as a companion for the mother and their partner. They are there to help create a safe place for the mother as she journeys through her labor. They are a supportive role for the mother throughout labor, delivery and post-partum.
Why hire a doula?
Having a birth doula present during a has shown to shorten the time of a labor, decrease the need for medical interventions, fewer birth complications, less likely to need a cesarian, and a more likely to have a more positive labor, birth and post-partum experience.
What role does the doula play?
The key aspect role a doula plays in labor and delivery is supporting the mother. They are trained in providing a series of comfort measures, emotional support, and informational support. They are able to help families make informed decisions throughout the birth. They are trained in providing a series of physical comfort and techniques to help ease the mother. They are a constant presence to help the mother transition through each phase, to feel empowered during her birth, and to be able to communicate her needs and desires to have a birth outcome unique and sacred to her.
A birth doula does not offer any medical advice, diagnosis, or interventions.
What I Offer
Pre-Natal Visit(s)
Online or in-person, I offer two pre-natal visits in which we get to know one another, I learn of what you want and expect from your birth and what it is you need of me.
60 mins per session
The Birth
I will remain with you throughout the entire duration of your labor, help you to feel empowered and encouraged throughout the whole process and be by your side for whatever outcome.
However long the duration
Post-Birth
I will remain for an hour or two after the birth to help you with breastfeeding, make decision on cord clamping, when to bathe baby, or whatever else you decide to do after your birth.
60-120 minutes
Post-Partum Visit
During post-partum I will visit one time to see how you have settled, answer any questions I am able to, help you clean or do minimalistic chores or anything else you need as you ease into this new role.
60-120 minutes
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