Birth Doula
Giving birth is one of the most challenging and rewarding events we experience in life. You deserve to give birth in a way that resonates with you. With knowledge, trust in the birth process, and our support and encouragement, you can have the birth you've always imagined.
Studies have shown that with continuous labor support by a doula, women experience:
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Shorter labor
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Decrease in the use of Pitocin to augment (quicken) labor
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Decrease in the use of medicinal pain relief, such as an epidural
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Decreased Cesarean rate
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Increased chance of a spontaneous vaginal birth
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Increased birth satisfaction
Your doulas are highly trained in the physiological process of labor and experts in the art of comfort. We work together with your medical team to provide holistic care and guide you through the waves of labor.
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Counter pressure to relieve pain
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Help with finding your rhythm
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Emotional and mental support
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Hot and cold therapy
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Massage
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Vocal affirmations
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Help with positioning for comfort and progress
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Relaxation techniques (visualizations, breath work, tension release)
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Hydrotherapy
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Undivided attention and encouragement
Providing peace of mind and practical education, your prenatal visits (included with Birth Doula services) give you the confidence you need to make your birth your own.
Learn:
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Your options at your chosen birthing location
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Benefits and potential risks of medical procedures,
and how to make the best choices for you -
How to create a clear, impactful birth plan
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Specific techniques you and your birthing partner
can do to ease the discomfort of labor -
How your partner fits in, and concrete things they
can do to help -
How to plan for your postpartum recovery
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What to expect with a newborn
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Ways to embrace your unique journey
Our doulas go on-call from the moment of contract signing, and are available any time by phone, text, or email.
BIRTH DOULA $1400
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Two prenatal visits
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Birth planning session
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Immediate on-call availability
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24/7 access to phone, text, and email support
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12 hours of in-person labor support
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Three-hour postpartum visit
VIRTUAL $800
Prenatal visit, birth plan creation, and virtual support throughout pregnancy and labor.