“A birth doula is a person trained and experienced in childbirth who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after childbirth” (DONA International).
A Doula is not a medical staff member or performs medical tasks. I do not replace the partner or midwife. I do not speak on behalf of the family.
So what does she do?
As a traditional and holistic Birth Doula, I help to empower the mother and give her a voice by providing information for the family on various choices during labor and birth that they may discuss with their provider. These are discussed in length during our first prenatal visit. I support the mother and the partner through birth by providing relaxation and comfort techniques. These we practice during our second prenatal visit together. During the rest of your pregnancy, I give suggestions and resources for various questions that may come up. I am there to meet the needs of the family so that they may have a beautiful and positive birth. This means I can step in and be the coach or step back and guide the partner in coaching. Maybe a combination of both!
At this time, I am only serving families giving birth at Our Birth Center, The Birth Center of New Jersey, or in their home in Warren, Sussex, Hunterdon, Morris, and Passaic Counties.
Birth Services Includes:
- Initial Consultation (15-30 minutes)
- Birth Options Prenatal Visit (up to 2 hours)
- Comfort Measures Prenatal Visit (up to 2 hours)
- Text and Email Support throughout your pregnancy
- On Call 24/7 Starting at 38 Weeks
- Unlimited “Birth” Day Support
- Immediate Postpartum Recovery Support (up to 2 hours)
- 1 Postpartum Visit (up to 1 hour)
- Postpartum Text and Email Support
Fee: $1700
*Cash discount and Payment Plans Available
Virtual Support
For those who want the support and resources during their pregnancy and that extra support during birth, but may not want that extra person in the room or for the entire time. I offer prenatal support to answer any questions, be your sounding board, and/or point you in the direction of the best resources for you. During birth, I would be available via text message or phone call to give suggestions for comfort positions, offer encouragement, and provide resources.
- Birth Options Prenatal Visit via phone, FaceTime, or Skype (up to 2 hours)
- Text and Email Support during pregnancy
- On Call 24/7 Starting at 38 Weeks
- Unlimited “Birth” Day Support via text or phone
- 1 Postpartum Visit via phone, FaceTime, or Skype (up to 1 hour)
Fee: $500
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