Aside from attending your birth, my services includes two prenatal visits. These visits will be opportunities to meet with you during your pregnancy to develop your ideal birth plan, answer questions, and address any fears and concerns you or your partner may have. Prenatal support may also look like practicing labor positions and relaxation techniques, exploring your options in birth, and simply getting to know each other. An empowered birth experience often involves preparation regarding your care team, the intentions you have for your experience, physical and emotional needs, and connecting you with resources and information that may be beneficial to you.
My main role as a birth doula is to provide continuous physical, emotional, and informational support throughout labor and birth. I am available 24/7 to all current laboring clients through text or phone support before joining you in person. Once I join you during labor I will remain with you until the arrival of your baby and immediately after for up to two hours. My intention as your doula is that throughout your unique labor, birth, and immediate postpartum experience that you feel prepared and confident based on our work together prenatally.
After your birth experience, we will have an opportunity to connect by scheduling a postpartum visit either virtually or in person. This is a designated time that can include answering any questions you or your partner may have, addressing any concerns, providing me with feedback, reflecting on your birth experience, or connecting you with additional local resources you may need or desire. As your birth doula I want to ensure this time is treated with just as much value as before and during your baby's arrival.