DOULA SERVICE
* Depending on when you hire me, we will meet at least twice during your pregnancy, at a schedule time to discus your pregnancy and care. Also, the meetings allow us time to get to know each other better. I strive to meet with you at least once month if I am hired early in your pregnancy. Weekly phone calls or email also keep us in touch. NOTE: If you are going to have a VBAC, it is essential that we meet several times prior to your labor, so that we have time to get through the emotional work that is required when having a VBAC. Many women do not realize or have not faced the trauma of a previous cesarean birth until they are pregnant again. Getting through that emotional "stuff" and letting it go will better prepare you for birthing.
* Help with writing out your birth plan if you chose to use one. (I recommend at least writing a rough draft of one to clarify between you, your partner and me what your wishes are during labor and delivery) You may choose to share this with your care provider and/or hospital staff.
* Extensive lending library of books and DVD's on pregnancy, massage, aromatherapy, natural childbirth, breastfeeding, post partum depression, parenting and nutrition.
* Support of whatever birthing method you choose.
* Review and support in relaxation, positions, visualization, and breathing skills useful for labor.
* Telephone and Email support during pregnancy through four weeks postpartum
* Support and information given to dad or other support person
* Personalized and constant support from the moment you call and say “It’s time” until you are breastfeeding and settled after the birth. Will also give assistance in getting baby to latch during the first breast feeding.
* Tools from my Doula Bag! Depending on individual needs, this may include The Ball, massage tools and oils, aromatherapy scents, rice packs for hot and cold compressions, music and soothing sounds CD’s, even socks for cold
feet!
* Assistance with pictures and video during labor and birth.
* One post partum home visit to see how everyone is settling in, address any concerns you may have with sleep issues, breast feeding and post partum concerns. References available for post partum depression issues if needed. Of
course, I will also be visiting to admire the baby!
* Childbirth Education Classes. Doula clients are required to attend my classes unless they have already taken or are signed up for a comprehensive chilbirth education class (other than the one given at the hospital) such as Bradley Method, Lamaze or Hypno Babies. Cost of the class is included in the price of your doula services package.
Pricing: Doula services are $700.00 and can be made in two payments: first payment due at time of signing of agreement and the second payment to be paid no later than your baby's estimated due date. I will give a 50.00 discount to clients who pay the entire amount the day they sign our agreement. I also give a 150.00 military discount.
I do believe all women should have a doula, and will work with those who may have a financial need to find a payment plan or price that they can afford. I work on a trust basis: I trust those who say they are in need, and trust them to realize that my practice is my income and something I work hard for. Thank you.
BIRTH POOL RENTAL
For clients who are having a home birth, I have a birth pool available for rent.
It is an Eco Pool with six exterior handles, a seat, and sturdy three chambered side walls that can support up to250 lbs. The pool easily sets up within minutes. Comes with an air pump, hose, faucet adapter, thermostat and disposable liner. Easy clean up and break down after the birth is over.
Pricing: Pool rental, complete with set up and new liner is 175.00.
BLESSING WAY CEREMONY
This is an intimate and individualized ceremony marking your passage from Womanhood
to Motherhood. I will stylize the ceremony according to your personal and religious beliefs.
This is a wonderful way to share your pregnancy and journey to motherhood with your closest
girlfriends and relatives, and strengthen the “sisterhood” between you
The ceremony may include:
* Prayers, music and candle lighting
* Motherhood bead bracelet or necklace
* The Wish Basket
* The Ties that Bind ceremony
* Mommy Makeover and pampering
* Herbal tea and biscuits
* Group photo
* Massage (in a quiet, private setting)
Prices for the Blessing Way Ceremony run between 25.00-50.00 depending on the length of time and items used for your particular ceremony.
CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION CLASSES
I offer a six week class for expectant parents that may include, but will not be limited to, the following topics:
* Basic physiology of pregnancy and labor
* Stages of labor
* relaxation techniques and visualization
* difficult topics such as unexpected interventions, cesarean birth, grief, depression
* infant care
*parenting information
* relationships
* breastfeeding
Prices for the Childbirth Education Classes are 90.00 per six week session, per couple.
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