Doulas have been around as long as women have been having babies. Women helping women in childbirth is nothing new, but the official title of 'Birth Doula' or 'Labor Doula' is. The term was made popular by Penny Simkin and her fellow founders of the DONA International doula training organization around 20 years ago. Doulas are trained in all measures of non-medical comfort measures and pain management for women in labor. I, personally, am trained in hands-on methods of pain relief such as massage, counter pressure, and coached breathing. As a doula, I am also trained in helping mothers set up their birth plans, working through their fears surrounding childbirth, and helping them find all the information they need to make informed decisions long before that first contraction hits. My services are priced at $450, but I am more than willing to work with mothers of a lower income level to set up payment plans or find a price that is better suited to their needs. I have a military discount, so if you're a military spouse, or a member of the military yourself, my services will come to you for only $300. My basic services include:
Free interview
2 prenatal visits
Basic Childbirth Education and referrals to Childbirth Education Classes
Continuous Support During Labor and for 1-2 hours afterwards in the hospital
Birth Photography
1 Postpartum Visit
4 weeks on call after delivery for any help with any problem you may have. Additional prenatal visits, postpartum care, cloth diapering education, etc. can be added to your contract for an additional fee. If you have any questions at all, feel free to message me anytime, or call me anytime between 9:00am and 6:00pm, 7 days a week.
