Embracing Your Journey with Ancestral Strength and Modern Support

1. Pre-Birth Consultation:

- Initial Meeting: 1-2 hours to discuss your birth plan, preferences, and address any questions or concerns.

- Educational Support: Information on labor, delivery, and postpartum care.

2. Prenatal Visits:

- Two Prenatal Visits: 1-2 hours each to build a relationship, provide emotional support, and discuss your birth intentions in detail.

- Resource Recommendations: Access to recommended reading, classes, and other resources tailored to your needs.

3. Continuous Labor Support:

- On-Call Availability: 24/7 support starting from 37 weeks until birth.

- Labor Support: Continuous physical, emotional, and informational support during labor and delivery.

4. Birth Support:

- Hands-On Assistance: Techniques such as positioning, comfort measures, and relaxation methods.

- Partner Support: Guidance for your partner to be actively involved and supportive.

5. Postpartum Support:

- Immediate Post-Birth Support: Up to 4 hours of immediate support after baby is born. Ensuring and advocating for skin to skin and latching support

- Post-Birth Visit: A follow-up visit within the first week to discuss the birth experience, provide postpartum care tips, and support breastfeeding if needed.

6. Access to Resources:

- Back up Doula guaranteed: Phone or email support for any urgent questions or concerns.

- Local Referrals: Connections to additional services like lactation consultants, pediatricians, and support groups.

7. Personalized Birth Plan Support:

- Plan Review: Guidance in creating and refining your birth plan to align with your preferences and goal

Pricing:

- Total Package Price: $1,585 - $1,990 (varies based on location and needs).

This package can be adjusted based on specific needs and preferences. Feel free to customize it to ensure it meets your expectations and supports your birth experience fully.

1. Emotional Support: Offer compassionate listening and encouragement to help parent(s) navigate the emotional and psychological adjustments of postpartum life. We provide reassurance, address concerns, and help manage stress and anxiety.

2. Physical Recovery Assistance: Provide guidance on physical recovery after childbirth, including advice on postpartum self-care, gentle exercises, and managing common issues like fatigue, pain, or discomfort.

3. Infant Care Support: Assist with newborn care by offering tips and techniques for feeding, diapering, soothing, and establishing sleep routines. We may also help with bathing and general care, allowing parents to gain confidence in handling their baby.

4. Nutritional Guidance: Offer suggestions for maintaining a healthy diet to support physical recovery and energy levels. We assist with meal preparation or provide advice on nutrition that supports breastfeeding.

5. Household Assistance: Help with light household tasks such as meal preparation, laundry, and organization to ease the burden on new parents and allow them to focus on bonding with their baby.

6. Educational Resources: Provide information and resources on various topics related to postpartum care, breastfeeding, infant care, and adjusting to parenthood.

7. Breastfeeding Support: Offer support and guidance for breastfeeding, including positioning, latch techniques, and troubleshooting common issues. We also provide referrals to lactation consultants if needed.

8. Sibling and Family Support: Assist in integrating older siblings into the new family dynamic and help manage family interactions during the postpartum period.

9. Emotional and Mental Health Resources: Offer referrals to mental health professionals if needed, and provide support in recognizing and managing postpartum mood disorders such as depression or anxiety.

$55/hour

Sliding scale available upon request