overview of offerings

Connection and friendship are at the heart of how I support as a doula.  Through monthly meetings, we will prepare for your birth experience together, exchange resources, dive into past births and views of birth, let your vision for your birth unfold, and work on ways to best prepare for that vision.  Helping your partner is key; if possible, they would be present for several visits so that they can also feel informed, support and prepared. As your doula, I am always available via phone or text.

We will discuss ways to prepare your body, mind, and heart for birth.  

I support you wherever you give birth (for however long you give birth!): home, birthing center, or hospital.  Once I arrive, I will create the atmosphere you desire.  We will begin comfort measures, coping techniques, and positions to help labor progress and reduce tension.  As labor moves forward, I will assist you and your partner in making informed choices that align with your preferences as much as possible.  I will work in a collaborative manner alongside your care team.

During your birth, we will involve you partner in different positions and comfort measures.  As needed, they can take breaks.  If they become overwhelmed or worried, I will ease their concerns and calm them. I fully believe that your partner will always be the person in the room who knows you the best and we will often rely on them for that knowledge and love.  My goal is never to replace them, but rather to support them so that they can best support you and enjoy the experience.

I will stay with you a pre-arranged time after labor, to assist with lactation, bonding, hydration and nutrition, and to help you get settled in.  

My birth doula fee includes iPhone photos and videos, if that is something you desire.  While I'm present as your doula, that hands-on support and focus comes first, but I am usually able to capture some beautiful photos.  

If you are interested in professional birth photography, see the birth photography section below. 

During postpartum, I will typically visit 1-2 times to check on your recovery and how feeding is going.  We will share birth memories together and process the events.  As needed, I can refer you to my carefully compiled list of resources if you desire specific care (such as a chiropractor, lactation consultant, physical therapist, etc.) or if you are interested in local courses or parenting support groups.  I will do my best to see that you are surrounded by a village of support.