Birth & Postpartum Doula Support Services

You can get complete support to prepare you for the pregnancy, birth, and immediate postpartum seasons. You will have the benefit of two prenatal visits to prepare for your birth, a breastfeeding prep session, birth doula support and two postpartum sessions (up to 6 hours). This package is perfect for first time birthing families or families needing a refresher after a birthing gap. This package also includes: ~ Phone, text and email support throughout the pregnancy ~ One prenatal visit ~ One Lamaze ONLINE Childbirth education session ~ One Breastfeeding preparation session with hands-on newborn care instruction ~ On call beginning at 38 weeks until the birth of your baby ~ Continuous labor and birth support via phone, text, email or Zoom ~ Photos of your labor and birth, if possible ~ 1-2 hours of postpartum care after baby is born which includes initial breastfeeding ~ Two postpartum visits to discuss birth, breastfeeding, newborn care and a chance to receive referral ~ Share local and online resources, as needed.

You can get comprehensive support to help you through your pregnancy, birth, and immediate postpartum seasons. You will have the benefit of two prenatal sessions to prepare for your birth, birth doula support and one postpartum session (up to 3 hours) . This package is perfect for experienced birthing families. This package also includes: ~ Phone, text and email support throughout the pregnancy ~ One prenatal visit ~ One Lamaze ONLINE Childbirth education session ~ On call beginning at 38 weeks until the birth of your baby ~ Continuous labor and birth support via phone, text, email or Zoom ~ Photos of your labor and birth, if possible ~ 1-2 hours of postpartum care after baby is born which includes initial breastfeeding ~ One postpartum visit to discuss birth, breastfeeding, newborn care and a chance to receive referral ~ Share local and online resources, as needed

You can get solid support to help you through your birth and immediate postpartum seasons. You will have the benefit of one prenatal visit to prepare for your birth and birth doula support. This package is perfect for hiring close to due date (34 weeks or later) and experienced birthing families. Requires you to have completed a childbirth education class. This package also includes: ~ Phone, text and email support throughout the pregnancy ~ One prenatal meeting ~ On call beginning at 38 weeks until the birth of your baby ~ Continuous labor and birth support via phone, text, email or Zoom ~ Photos of your labor and birth, if possible ~ 1-2 hours of postpartum care after baby is born which includes initial breastfeeding ~ Share local and online resources, as needed

You can get virtual doula support to help you through your birth and immediate postpartum seasons. How does it work? You call me and we guide you through every step of the process. This package also includes: ~ Phone, text and email support throughout the pregnancy ~ One prenatal meeting (by video) ~ One Lamaze ONLINE Childbirth education session (by video) ~One in-person comfort measures prenatal session (if local doula is available) ~ On call beginning at 38 weeks until the birth of your baby ~ Labor and birth support via phone, text, email or Zoom ~ One postpartum visit to discuss birth, breastfeeding, newborn care and a chance to receive referral (by video) ~ Share local and online resources, as needed

Do you need help learning your options and make a list of your birth preferences and postpartum guide? Sign up for a birth planning and a postpartum session where you will get a dynamic online childbirth education primer and a completed birth preference list and postpartum guide to share with your care provider in just 2 hours. You will also receive: ~ Two hour consultation (available via Zoom conference call) ~ Customized Birth Preferences with a complete Postpartum Recovery Guide which has information on self-care, taking care of mom and baby, sleeping options, tips on how to handle guests, support with processing your birth experience and much more! ~ A Meal Planning Guide with healthy and easy recipes!

Support after baby comes home can be very helpful to the healing process. A postpartum doula can be instrumental to the transition into early parenthood. Let a postpartum doula come and help you adjust to all the newness a baby can bring. A customized package can be created for your specific needs. Any of the services can be selected and combined to meet your needs and your budget. Common experiences and concerns during the postpartum period: ~ Recovery from childbirth ~ Responsibility of a new baby ~ Caring for other children ~ Sleeplessness ~ Emotional Adjustment ~Mastery of infant feeding and care ~ Understanding and adjustment to the unique personality of a new baby ~ Organizing the household and nursery To receive nurturing and get necessary emotional support that allows for a quicker recovery and building up of confidence, consider a postpartum doula to provide: ~ Support for emotional and physical recovery from birth ~ Discuss birth and help with mental processing ~ Foster family bonding and provide education on newborn care ~ Breastfeeding support and education ~ Spend time with baby to give the family an opportunity to rest ~ Assist in minimal household organization and light cleaning ~ Organize nursery for infant care and light laundry ~ Offer a listening, non-judgmental ear

The first several weeks of your baby’s life are precious. It’s our goal to help you enjoy this transitional time as a new parent. We provide care for the birthing person, so they are better able to care for self and the baby. The postpartum doula, will offer evidence-based information on infant feeding, emotional and physical recovery from childbirth, and infant soothing & coping skills. Anything from helping you nap, make time to shower, support with doctor visits, light meal prep, cooking, cleaning, and the many newborn care details are all of the kinds of support you can expect during the first 72 hours of continuous support at home.

The most helpful ways to support you during your breastfeeding journey is to share education and in-person support with you. A consultation includes an evaluation of the feeding, assistance with latch-on issues and demonstration of techniques and feeding devices. An in-home consult, a personalized plan, report for health care provider and a follow-up care for one full week is included in this service. ​Appointments can be scheduled within 1-2 days and are often covered by insurance.

Placenta Preparation Methods (as shared by Find Placenta Encapsulation) TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) Method The Basics: the placenta is steamed and then dehydrated (temp varies) until fully dry then powdered Pill Yield: 2.88 size 0 capsules per 10g of raw placenta, 130 capsules from a 450g placenta (average size) Since the 1500’s placenta has been used in Chinese Medicine although it was not originally used for postpartum healing. There are many variations in TCM preparation for the placenta but the primary characteristic that separates it from other methods is that the placenta is steamed before being dehydrated. Depending on the protocol, the placenta may be steamed with foods (lemon, jalapeno, red pepper, chilis) or herbs/spices (ginger, frankincense, myrrh, lemongrass, garlic, tumeric, white peony root) but these are not added to the finished pills. True TCM preparation requires the consultation of a TCM practitioner who can evaluate the mother’s unique needs and prescribe the exact preparation for her. Without a consultation, this preparation method is considered a westernized interpretation of TCM.

Designed to assist you with concerns you have before the baby is born, prepare to breastfeed and avoid booby traps or common mistakes. This class teaches the basic anatomy and physiology involved in breast milk production and breastfeeding. Attendees will learn: what to expect during the first days after birth, feeding cues, proper diet while breastfeeding, what to do if things don't go as planned, positioning for mom and baby, and how pumping can assist you. Additionally, the class will discuss helpful preparation and supplies. Cost is $250 This class is intended for expectant parents or as a refresher for experienced parents. We recommend taking this class at least 4 weeks before your guesstimated due date. The instructor is an experienced Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC).

Helpful ways to support you in your breastfeeding journey is education and in-person support. A consultation includes an evaluation of the feeding, assistance with latch-on issues and demonstration of techniques and feeding devices. For an in-home consult, a personalized plan, report for health care provider and a follow-up care for one full week. Appointments can be scheduled within 1-2 days.

Assistance with on-going issues or concerns following a breastfeeding consultation (after one week).