All Things Birth MN

My name is Laura Hanstad and I am a certified Hypnobabies Childbirth Hypnosis Instructor (HCHI), registered Hypno-doula (HCHD), DONA trained Birth Doula, Lactation Educator Counselor (CLEC), a Craniosacral Therapist (CST) and a Certified Placenta Preparer. I am also trained in Spinning Babies for optimal fetal positioning and in homeopathy for pregnancy and childbirth. A Doula is a birthing support person offering emotional, physical and mental support during a woman's birthing time. My doula services include two prenatal meetings with you and your birth partner, support during your birthing time, immediate postpartum support to establish bonding and breastfeeding, and one postpartum meeting including the birth processing. I will also be available to you via phone and email for additional support. I believe all expectant parents should be educated in their birthing options. Whether you want a natural birth at home or in a hospital, an epidural or a C-section a doula plays a crucial role in supporting the mama, the birth partner or whoever else may be involved in the birth such as children, grandparents or siblings. I like to use healing touch, essential oils, position changes and movement, and visualization as a few means of comfort and of course, if you are using Hypnobabies® Childbirth Hypnosis, I will help you to deepen your hypnosis for a more comfortable birthing. Please contact me if you are interested in my services or have questions about creating a birth plan or about doulas in general.