What Birth Doula Support looks like

During prenatal visits, we will meet in the comfort of your home to discuss your pregnancy, your births plans, and everything in between. This is your opportunity to share your concerns, wishes, anxieties, and ask questions. I typically schedule these visits at 20 weeks and 36 weeks. 

I provide educational handouts for you during prenatal visits that go over a lot of helpful information as you navigate all the decisions faced during pregnancy and birth. We also discuss what types of questions you should ask your provider, and how to ask questions and makes decisions in the moment during birth.

I will help you create a birth plan using a template and will discuss all relevant options with you. While we cannot predict the future or plan everything, it' still important to know what all your options are, what your goals are, and know how to navigate through decisions as they come up. 

During our second prenatal meeting we focus on preparing for labor, what to expect, when to call me, what the stages of labor look like, and when to leave for your birth place. This is also when I go over comfort techniques, counter pressure, and what tools I provide.

At 37 weeks pregnant, I officially go on-call for you until your birth your baby. My phone is on me 24/7 ready to communicate with you as soon as you have signs of labor. We will decide together when it is best for me to join you. I provide continuous support during labor + birth for you and serve to best suit your needs.

At least one postpartum visit is included in all packages where I come to your home within the first two weeks postpartum. This is your opportunity to debrief your birth and discuss anything you liked/disliked. We also discuss how you are doing, how baby is doing, and if you need any further support from me or another professional. For further postpartum support, I offer in-home visits at an hourly rate.