Doula 
"I knew she was there and she just melted into the action, whispering in my ear, reminding me at every turn how strong I was and simply that I could do it."
A new mother speaking of her doula. The Doula Book
Prenatal Services:
Complimentary interview
Scheduled prenatal visits
Assistance with birth plan
Resources - books, videos, birthball, information
Birth Services:
Continuous informational, emotional and physical support before, during and right after birth.
Will join you in labor whenever/wherever you feel the
need for my support.
Support from a professional care provider who
understands and trusts the process of birth.
Explanation of any proposed interventions so birthing
parents can give informed consent.
Pain relief measures such as massage, counter
pressure, aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, positioning,
breathing, relaxation and visualization.
Support of partner so he may in turn support and
encourage the birthing mother.
Breastfeeding assistance.
Help with photographs if requested.
Postpartum Services:
Scheduled postpartum visit to review birth and answer
any questions.
Fee:
$800
Having a doula at your birth provides many benefits to the mother, father and baby.
Benefits to the mother (and the father!).
Reduction in duration of labor by 25%.
Reduction of pain medication by 60%.
Reduction of forceps or vacuum extraction by 40%.
Reduction of rates of operative vaginal deliveries.
Reduction in cesarean deliveries by 50%.
Increases your chance that labor will progress
normally.
Increases the chance that you will feel satisfied
with your birth experience.
Decreases the likelihood of postpartum depression.
Improves your bonding experience with your baby.
Helps you breastfeed with greater ease. Peggy O'Mara
(Having a Baby Naturally).
Benefits to the baby:
Newborns in supported births have lower rates of
fetal distress and fewer are admitted to neonatal
intensive care units. Wikipedia.
Benefits to mother and baby:
Six weeks after delivery more doula-supported women
are breastfeeding and have greater self esteem, less
depression and a higher regard for their babies and
their ability to care for them. Wikipedia
Testimonials:
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