Birth Doula Services
Birth Doula Services
Did you know that the word “Doula” comes from the Greek, and refers to a woman who helps other women?
As a certified Labor Support Doula, I care unconditionally for the birthing person, their partner and family before, during and after birth of their baby. I help them make informed decisions during labor and I support them on their choices, whether a mom desires an unmedicated birth or plans on receiving pain relief for labor. I support families if baby will be born in a hospital, birth center or at home.
As your labor support doula I:
Am available by phone, text or email 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from date of hire through 6 weeks postpartum
Offer two prenatal visits and one in-home postpartum visit, usually lasting about 2 hours
Help with formulating your birth preferences
Am present for the duration of labor, offering continuous support from active labor until the baby is born
Respect your partner and help him/her to support you
Suggest comfort measures and position changes during labor
Offer relaxation techniques and breathing in labor
Assist with breastfeeding once the family is back home if needed, after the postpartum visit
As your labor support doula, I am not a medical provider, but a certified labor support :
I do not perform medical or clinical tasks (vaginal exams, maternal blood pressures, fetal assessment); I leave that to your primary caregiver/labor and delivery physicians and nurses
Speak to hospital personnel or your care providers on behalf
Make decisions for you regarding your care or your baby’s care, but rather help you make educated decisions regarding your care and baby’s care