Services Include:

• Initial consultation describing services.
• 1-2 prenatal visits between Birth Doula and client. The first prenatal visit will include help with writing out Birth Preferences (if desired). The second visit is optional and is based on the needs and desires of the client.
• Back-up Doula services will be provided in the very unlikely event of a schedule conflict or an unforeseen emergency for both the Birth Doula arises. The fee will be paid to the Birth Doula and she will handle any payment to a back-up Doula. The Back-up Doula will be contracted by the Birth Doula in the event of a last minute conflict or emergency.
• 24/7 On-call phone availability client to answer questions and offer support with non-medical issues pertaining to pregnancy, labor, and early postpartum concerns from the date the contract is signed until 6 weeks postpartum.
• Attendance at labor and birth from the time labor becomes active and/or the client perceives a need for support. Please give the Birth Doula at least 2-3 hours to arrive at the client’s home or at the hospital/birthing center from when first requesting her presence.
• Continual physical, emotional, and informational support during labor and birth. Short, infrequent breaks may be taken if the labor is longer than 3 hours.
• Breastfeeding assistance after birth for first feeding.
• Immediate postpartum support for 1- 2 hours immediately after the birth.
•  If client has an elective or emergency C-Section, the Birth Doula will be available to support the client through the birth and for at least 2-3 hours after the baby is born.
• One optional follow up postpartum phone call or 45 min visit suggested by client within the first 6 weeks, by the On-Call Birth Doula who attended the birth.
• If the Birth Doula’s support is needed for more than 18 hours it may be necessary to call in a Back-Up Doula.

Doula services are an all-inclusive package as stated in the Service Agreement.

Cost of the doula services are $1950 which includes all on call time from contract signing and deposit made until the time of birth and for the following 6 weeks prior.

Payment plans are available and there is sensitivity to financial circumstances.

Services

• Light house keeping
• Laundry for the whole family
• Dishes
• Running errands
• Preparing snacks and basic meals
• Breastfeeding / chestfeeding support
• Connect with IBCLC for additional support
• Assistance with pets
• Care for baby when parents need to sleep, run errands, or need time for self care
• Answer questions and provide education about postpartum, surgical, and newborn care
• Local referrals, if the need arises
• Evidence-based information regarding postpartum care, mental health hygiene, newborn care, and nursing

Night Doula Package

• Evening and overnight support.
• Providing overnight support to the family while you establish a routine and to help provide a balance with sleep.
• Birth clients will receive a REDUCED rate

Hourly Rate is $40 per hour