Birth, Postpartum, and Virtual Doula Services
What's A Doula?
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So, what is the history of Doulas? Even though many people are just hearing about doulas, we have been around for many years! Historically, the role of the doula came about from ancient times when women gave birth at home. While these women often had a midwife present during childbirth, they also had the support of female family members and friends to provide support during the birthing process. Doulas became more popular in the 60's and 70's. In 1969, Dana Raphael was credited for coining the term Doula (after the Greek word meaning "female servant.") Doulas are female attendants, that help guide mothers during and after childbirth.
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What do Doulas do?
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To tell you what a Doula does can be a little difficult because many doulas offer different services. For us, as Birth Doulas, we support you emotionally and physically during pregnancy, labor and delivery, and in the postpartum period. Some of these services during the pregnancy period include in person meetings, unlimited text, email, and phone support for questions about what's happening during pregnancy, what is normal, what is not, and when you should seek help from your provider. During labor and delivery, doulas can help support you by giving you encouragement, using affirmations, providing physical comfort measures such as massage, counter pressure, and encouraging the use of different positions to help baby move down the birth canal. Postpartum doulas can offer support to new parents by being there to care for baby overnight so parents can rest, helping prepare meals, and helping with light household tasks. We can provide educational support on things from how to swaddle baby and best sleep practices to safely installing car seats or referrals to local resources. Doulas can be an invaluable resource and support.
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Doulas Do Not...
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So, we've mentioned some pretty great things that Doulas do BUT what do we not do? Doulas do not offer medical advice, perform clinical tasks or make decisions for you. We do not "catch baby's" and we do not deliver babies. We can and will help you advocate for yourself, and we can help provide knowledge for things that are typically "normal" and what to look out for, but we encourage you to seek advice from a medical professional for any kind of medical or clinical questions or concerns.
You're In the Right Spot If:
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You are looking for informational, physical, and emotional support before, during, and after childbirth.
You are a new, or about to be new, parent and you have so many questions
You have kids already and you need support with them
You need support with breastfeeding, light housework, and meal prep
You are asking yourself what to do now that baby is here
You need rest and sleep
You just need help
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In addition to support through pregnancy and the postpartum period, we offer a holistic approach to the adjustment to parenthood and mental support for women's health through aromatherapy and mindfulness.
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Ready to talk more to find out if our services are a good fit for your needs? Contact us to set up a time to talk more!
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Doula Support Pricing
Payment plans accepted
*Medicaid provider*
Birth Doula Support Services
Birth Doula Support starting at $1200
Please contact us for pricing~ Birth Doula Support plans start at 1 prenatal visit, birth plan creation, birth support, one postpartum visit and unlimited phone, text, and email support prenatally.
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Other plans include 2 or more prenatal visits, unlimited text, phone, and email support, birth and/or aromatic birth plan creation, birth support, and 2 or more postpartum visits.
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Please note~ all plans include access to education on milestones and suggested practices based on where you are at in your pregnancy.
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Medicaid accepted, payment plans available, and insurance reimbursement possible depending on insurance types.
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If you need or desire services/more than is listed, please let us know. Services can be tailored to meet your needs.
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Postpartum Doula Services
Postpartum support starts with a 10 hour/week minimum at $25/hr. Packages are available at a discounted price when you buy 75 hours or more.
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Overnight Care or Daytime Care available.
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Whether we are there to support you overnight or throughout the day, we're here for you! Postpartum care includes
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Emotional and mental health support
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Education about caring for newborns
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Self-care support
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Help with feeding a newborn
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Light support with maintaining housework​
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Sibling Support
Plans can be tailored to your needs​
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Virtual Postpartum Support $450
Six 50 minute calls with a follow up email to recap our conversation in the first 6 weeks of the fourth trimester. Unlimited text and email support. Access to resources and referrals in addition to a new parent and tips for adjusting to your newborn packet. Tips and tricks for postpartum healing. Answers to common questions of what to expect/is this normal for both the new parent/caregiver and the newborn.
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Ala Cart:
Not sure if you want or need a package for support but you still have questions? These options may be for you:
60 minute Zoom call- $40
Unlimited email and text support only for the first 4 weeks- $105
Birth Vision Creation- $30
Aromatherapy Birth Plan- $75
Virtual Prenatal Support $400
Monthly Zoom calls until week 36 with a follow up email to recap our conversation. Week 36 to birth, weekly Zoom calls. Unlimited text and email support. Informational and educational support and resources and referrals. Tips for partners on support both emotionally and physically. Information on preparation for birth along with tips for using tools (i.e. peanut ball) for birth. Weekly Zoom calls for the first four weeks postpartum in addition to a new parent packet of what to expect the first four weeks after birth.