BIRTH DOULA PACKAGE | $1500

I believe all parents-to-be should have access to professional birth support. Please let me know if this payment is not feasible for you without causing financial hardship. I am happy to work out a payment amount or schedule that works for you.

When we work together, you and your partner will get the following support:

• A complementary first meeting, usually over Zoom, so we can get to know each other and ensure I’m the right fit to support you in the coming months

• Two prenatal meetings at around 34 and 37 weeks:

  • 34 weeks: A group prenatal held over Zoom with the A Brighter Birth doula group to meet potential back-up doulas (if the need were to arise!), discuss when to call your doula during labor, and to review prodromal and early labor signs and support

  • 37 weeks: An in-person prenatal at your house or location of your choice to answer any questions or concerns; review what to expect during labor, birth, and the early postpartum period; ensure you understand what your options will be during labor; support you in finalizing your birth preferences; and most importantly, to hear what’s on your mind as your birth approaches

• On call for you 24/7 beginning at 38 weeks until baby is born

• Regular contact and coaching during early labor, joining you when you’re ready for an extra level of support - at your home, or at the hospital/birth center - your choice

• Physical comfort, emotional support, guidance for you and your partner, information or options to help you make decisions that keep you feeling empowered throughout your birth experience

• Remain with you for at least one to two hours postpartum to assist with initiating breastfeeding and address other postpartum questions and needs

• One postpartum visit at your home within the first week or two to process your birth and answer newborn care questions

Plus:

• As much communication as you’d like throughout your pregnancy

• Education including stages and phases of labor, labor positions, counter pressure techniques, breathing and relaxation techniques, non-medical pain-relief options, and more

• 10% off any classes offered through A Brighter Birth

• Health, nutrition, and well-being education and tips

• Encouragement, reassurance, and guidance

• Recommendations on other support and resources in the community, including the A Brighter Birth collective

• Support for your partner, or any other people on your birth team to ensure they are able to play an active role in labor and birth

• Encouragement to use your voice and advocate for yourself - to ask questions and speak up for your individual birth goals

• My friendship and support as a fellow parent forever