Why Have a Doula?
Evidence shows that continuous one-on-one support during labor is associated with improved outcomes such as shorted labor, need for less pain medication, a decrease in operative births, increased feelings of satisfaction with labor & delivery, and improved rate of spontaneous vaginal births.
What is a Doula?
A doula is a trained professional who provides educational, and emotional guidance in preparation for the birth, as well as continuous informational, emotional and physical support during labor and delivery. As your doula my goal will be to understand what’s important to you regarding your pregnancy, labor and delivery and work collaboratively with you and the rest of your support team to help ensure your experience is empowering, and authentic.
What do Doulas do?
Help create clarity regarding birth preferences
Creation of stress management toolkit
Education, review and practice of labor positions
Pain management strategies for labor
Answer questions regarding hospital, birth center, home birth policies and protocols
Referral network of providers such as massage therapist, chiropractors, and acupuncturist
Package Options
Birth Preparation
This package includes two prenatal visits and unlimited text, and email communication leading up to the birth of your baby. In our prenatal meetings we will work collaboratively to clarify your birth preference sheet, create an individualized stress management toolkit, review laboring positions and pain management techniques.
Pricing: $800
(Sliding scale available!)
Exercising During Pregnancy Add-On
This add on includes an individualized trimester by trimester exercise program based on your needs, available equipment, and fitness history and goals.
Pricing: $150/6-week program (includes google spreadsheet/video tutorials/bi-monthly check-in)
Birth Preparation + Labor/Delivery Support
This package includes two to three prenatal visits and unlimited text, and email communication. In our prenatal meetings we will work collaboratively to clarify your birth preference sheet, create an individualized stress management toolkit, review laboring positions and pain management techniques. I will also offer continuous physical, emotional and informational support during your labor and delivery and immediately postpartum.
Pricing: $2000
(Sliding scale available)
Postpartum Return to Fitness Add-On
This add on includes an individualized 4th trimester (and beyond) exercise program based your pregnancy and fitness history, and goals.
Pricing: $150/6-week program (includes google spreadsheet/video tutorials/bi-monthly check-ins)