Prenatal & Birth Support

 

Consultation
> A complimentary consultation (in person or virtual; 30min to 1hr) is offered to anyone thinking of hiring for prenatal or birth support.
> This time is to discuss your needs and any questions you have about doula services. If we decide we’re a good fit after our initial consultation, we can move forward with my services. This is an intimate line of work— you are always, always, always encouraged to work with the doula you feel most comfortable with.
> In deciding to work together, we will discuss and sign my doula agreement.

Prenatal support (in-person or virtual)

Through pregnancy
> We will meet for 2-3 prenatal visits (can depend on time of hire or your preference).
> These visits are to develop and strengthen a trusting self-relationship/prepare for your birth. In these sessions, we

  • Discuss what’s most important to you for your birth / develop a birth plan

  • Go over logistics + roles in the process

  • Practice comfort positions and coping techniques

  • Go over any questions you have, connect with referrals, and go over educational materials if desired

  • Discuss how to best advocate for your needs with your health care provider

  • Can explore your creativity, inner artist, and inner writer as your pregnancy progresses

  • Can make space for reflection on your spirituality/faith as it pertains to your pregnancy

  • Can set goals around existing diagnoses and wellness journeys

  • Prepare for your postpartum experience


> From the moment of hire, I provide unlimited emotional and informational support via phone, text, or email.
> I can plan to be present for any and all visits with your health care provider to support your understanding of your progression and in advocacy of your decisions being honored and prioritized.

For you, from me
Below is a multi-page list of comfort positions that I often practice with those seeking care leading up to/during labor. Some positions might be more applicable to your pregnancy progression than others. Please click to open in a new tab and download.

 
 

Birth support

During pregnancy
> All of the above prenatal care is included when working together for a birth.

During labor & delivery
> I officially go on 24/7 call at your 37th week of pregnancy — this means that I will be prepared and available whenever you choose to call and have me join you in the process. I work with a backup doula in every case without exception. In the rare case of a personal emergency, you will not be without care for your birth. Read more about my backup planning in my FAQ.
> When you’re ready to have me join you for labor, I will meet you at your birthing location or home — you have my complete presence from the moment I arrive through your labor process and delivery.
> I stay with your family until 1-2 hours after the baby is born (if desired) to

  • Help with initial skin-to-skin contact

  • Ensure a comfortable nursing relationship (if desired)

  • Transition your family into recovery so rest and bonding begin

> For families giving birth via cesarean, I will join you at the hospital and if permitted, in the OR. I provide continuous support throughout the process so that your emotional and physical needs are met, and will help facilitate communication between you and your medical team.

Postpartum
> As your birth doula, I make 2 home visits during the first month following your birth, but extended postpartum services can absolutely be arranged.
> These visits are to

  • Talk about your birth experience and begin processing the transition

  • Discuss feeding and caring for yourself and your baby

  • Give necessary resources and referrals

Prenatal doula fee
> $25 / $35 / $45 (an hour) sliding scale.
> In deciding on a price point for yourself, please read about my sliding scale.
> Exchange of mutual services & bartering also available.

Birth doula fee
> $650 / $850 / $1050 sliding scale (payment schedules available).
> In deciding on a price point for yourself, please read about my sliding scale.
> Half of my fee (wherever within the sliding scale you price yourself) will be due when we sign our doula agreement, so that I can block off time on my calendar. The remainder will be due 4 weeks before your expected due date (week 36).
> Exchange of mutual services & bartering also available.

Reproductive support should be accessible to you regardless of income, period. If you’re concerned, let’s chat — payment schedules are always negotiable and I accept exchange of services as alternative to direct payment. Beyond my own offerings, I can absolutely connect you with a trusted peer or collective to support your needs.