How the team process works

Congratulations on your new baby!

This is one of the most important days of your life..the day he or she is born! The day your family grows!

This journey of pregnancy has so many twists and turns from the very beginning all the way through delivery, and even after, There are questions, some that the medical professionals answer and some that you would just like an experienced guide who has been there and has resources. Are the aches and pains normal? What can I do to alleviate some discomfort? Is what my doctor telling me evidence based? Do I have other options? How can my partner best support me? All of these questions are normal during pregnancy…We can guide you through this journey!

Have you considered a doula team for this?

As your doula team, we provide not only support during labor, but from the moment you hire us, and into the postpartum period.We can help you answer these questions, reassure you, be there for YOU and find you the resources you  need.

What having a doula looks like…

First we chat! A phone call or zoom meeting with two members of our team helps to make sure we are a good fit. We go over what you’re looking for and how our team can help you.

If you decide you want to hire us, we will meet one to two more times in person, and through zoom when you need it. Once at approximately 32-34 weeks and again at 36 weeks (sooner if you’d like). This is for us to get comfortable with each other, for you to get to know your team members, for us to get to know your desires, concerns, fears and likes as well as your partners (We are there just as much for them as we are for you). We will go over birthing plans, positions, pain management, and any other questions you may have. If you’ve had concerns, we will discuss them. We will go over possible scenarios and what your wishes are to have happen so that you can have the best birth possible. We will also discuss when to call us through the laboring process and how that looks.

In between these meetings and birth, we are available via call or text for all those questions you feel weird calling your doctor to ask. We also may tell you to call your doctor. During this time we provide emotional and informational support. No question is too silly. We do this because we love it, you are never a bother! We team up so you can always have the attention you want and be fresh and rested for you.

When your labor starts, and when you are ready, you have one of us join you at your home (and additional service is adding on a second doula in attendance), birthing center, or hospital.  You do not need to worry about an hourly limit, there is none. If you are being induced or having a cesarean, you will have support then as well. During labor you will be provided emotional, informational and physical support. Guidance will be provided so you may have the birth you choose, so you are heard, and so you remember your strength and abilities. Your partner will be given direction and breaks when they need it. You will have information and guidance in the fast moving moments. You will be reminded of the things you  learned in class (they seem to leave you in these moments.) You will have support to find your inner strength, it’s there. You will be informed of the unknowns,  know what’s coming next, have calm during the anxious moments, and guidance and support through the feelings, fears, and waves of labor.

What having a doula looks like…

First we chat! A phone call or zoom meeting helps to make sure we are a good fit. We go over what you’re looking for and how I can help you.

If you decide you want to hire me, we will meet one to two more times. Once at approximately 34 weeks and again at 36 weeks (sooner if you’d like). This is for us to get comfortable with each other, for me to get to know your desires, concerns, fears and likes as well as your partners (I am there just as much for them as I am for you). We will go over birthing plans, positions, pain management, and any other questions you may have. If you’ve had concerns, we will discuss them. We will go over possible scenarios and what your wishes are to have happen so that you can have the best birth possible.

In between these meetings and birth, I am available via call or text for all those questions you feel weird calling your doctor to ask. I also may tell you to call your doctor. During this time I provide emotional and informational support. No question is too silly. I do this because I love it, you are never a bother!

When your labor starts, and when you are ready, you have me join you at your home, birthing center, or hospital.  You do not need to worry about an hourly limit, there is none. If you are being induced or having a cesarean, you will have support then as well. During this labor you will be provided emotional, informational and physical support. Guidance will be provided so you may have the birth you choose, so you are heard, and so you remember your strength. Your partner will be given direction and breaks when they need it. You will have information and guidance in the fast moving moments. You will be reminded of the things you  learned in class (they seem to leave you in these moments.) You will have support to find your inner strength, it’s there. You will be informed of the unknowns,  know what’s coming next, have calm during the anxious moments, and guidance and support through the feelings, fears, and waves of labor.

Support continues after your baby is born…

After baby is born, I will stay with you for a couple of hours to make sure feeding is going well, you are being well supported, and help with any needs you may have.

I will check in with you and be available via text or phone for any postpartum questions.

Then we will meet one to two times after to answer more questions, talk about your birth and give you support or guidance where you need it.

Our relationship doesn’t end unless you want it to. I am always available for local resources. You can take advantage of as many or as few of my services as is comfortable for you. I also offer postpartum services to my birth clients if you are needing some extra support with feeding, sleeping, or any other part of parenting. You aren’t alone on this journey…. You’ve hired a doula!

Now you’ve decided a doula is a good idea…

but how much does it cost?