The journey of having a baby
You might be thinking about having a baby or are already pregnant. What does that mean for you and your body? What comes next? If you don't exactly know, you're not alone.
Pregnancy and birth can bring about a multitude of emotions and is a time of great change. With so many decisions to make and so much information to navigate, it can feel overwhelming and confusing. It's easy to feel like you're drowning in a sea of information, and that you're not sure which direction to turn to find the answers that make sense to you and your unique journey.
What is doula support?
As a doula, I work with clients to support them throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. What does this mean? It means I'm here to provide you with education, continuous care, comfort and encouragement.
Incorporating doula support into your birth plan provides you and your partner with an abundance of resources, evidence-based information, guidance, and support throughout the entire process. A professional doula's support has shown to lead to better outcomes for both parents and babies and to a reduction of caesarean sections, use of epidural and synthetic oxytocin, etc.
The support I provide can include:
phone and text support
birth education
building your personal birthing tools (for both, the birthing person and for the support person)
birth planning
support for your partner
postnatal planning and preparation
recovery assistance
and much more
(please note: all of my services are non-medical)
No matter what kind of birth you're planning or how many times that plan needs to change, I'll help you understand your options, ensure that your preferences are upheld and respected, and make sure that your partner is supported, too.
My only goal for your birth is to help you when you need it and be otherwise as invisible as possible. This is the birth of your baby, your moment, your experience.
Some package options are:
Childbirth Education
$425
3 prenatal sessions
getting to know you and understanding your values, goals, needs and fears
birth education, birthing tools and birth planning
birth planning workbook
postpartum planning workbook
phone / text support as needed throughout pregnancy
Labour & Birth Support
$1025
on call 24/7 from 37 weeks onwards
phone / text support as needed throughout early labour
labour support at your home or hospital as required until 2 hrs after baby’s arrival
helping to create and maintain a calm birthing environment
advocating for you and your birth plan
emotional and physical support for you and your partner (if applicable)
Postpartum Support
$ 425
3 postpartum visits
check-in a few days after birth
an ayurvedic first food to have after giving birth
holistic in-home support centred around your needs
referral to other services such as feeding support, woman’s health specialists, parenting help and other holistic care,
I'll be close by to help you recover, to support your family, and to help you learn to care for your new baby but also how to look after yourself in this new world of parenthood.
+ Want a more individualised package and/or add a photo session?
I love to find a package to suits you best. Additional sessions are possible as required /requested. Also if you would like to add a photo shoot just let me know. Get in touch and I'll be happy to create a personalised bundle for you.
+ accessibility and payment plans
I'm extremely passionate about bringing this service to as many people as possible. Please don't hesitate to approach me with your budget and we will work something out. Payment plans are available, too.
+ SPecial offer for choosing multiple packages
There will be a discount when choosing multiple packages.
You don't have to do this alone. Adding a doula to your support team gives you the calming reassurance that every birthing person needs and it will help you feel confident and empowered. With a doula by your side, you'll have a warm, sensitive, and knowledgeable ally to help you navigate this exciting time in your life.
