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Services and Fees



Fees

My services begin with a complimentary interview, where we discuss your expectations of your birth and how I will best be able to assist you. Should we decide to work together, a signed contract agreement, disclosure agreement and deposit will be collected.

I accept cash, check, paypal and credit cards on site.

I will assist with hospital births (natural, medicated or cesarean section), Birthing Center births and Home Births when attended by a Midwife. I will not assist in an unattended home birth.

My standard fee is $400.00. I ask for a $200.00 retainer at the time you contract my services. The remaining $200.00 will be due within one month after the birth. I offer a Military Discount, payment plans and also have a sliding scale for low income families and families in crisis. I truly do love my work and I fully stand behind the Dona policy of a "Doula for every woman that wants one".

For an additional fee I offer antepartum doula services to teen mothers, high risk mothers and mothers on bed rest. Please click on the "Antepartum Services" link to see what I offer and my list of separate fees.

Once contracted, I request that you contact me at the onset of labor. Even if you don't need me yet, I would like to be informed so I have time to prepare. If I am not contacted in time or miss the labor due to a lack of communication on your part you are still obligated to pay in full. If an unforeseen event takes place and you are unable to contact me or the labor went too quickly I shall keep my retainer but no further payment will be due.

If you desire my services and feel you need to make payment arrangements or need me to offer a sliding scale, please feel free to call me and ask for a consult. I will do my very best to work with you and ensure you have the labor support I believe all women are entitled to.

Services Offered

Pregnancy Support:

  • A free, face to face, consultation to discuss the roll I will play as your Doula. We will discuss your pregnancy thus far and give you a chance to decide if I am the Doula for you
  • 2-3 prenatal visits (if time allows)
  • I will assist you in creating a clear and concise birth plan
  • Assist you with working through any fears you may have about labor and delivery and offer referrals if necessary
  • Discussion on pros and cons of different labor interventions so you can make informed decisions regarding your body, your baby and your labor
  • I will assist you in a "birthing packing list" list if you wish for my assistance in creating one
  • Phone and e-mail contact throughout pregnancy
  • 24 Hour phone contact, via home phone and cell, starting 3 weeks prior to your due date
  • Constant e-mail support
  • A resource list and a lending library of child birth and breastfeeding books
  • A position and movement list and demonstrations to help with last trimester aches and pains
  • I will gladly work with your partner in teaching them comforting techniques for both last trimester and labor support.
  • I am always happy to answer questions from partners... I am a Doula to mom first but I am also a Doula to all involved in the pregnancy and labor process
  • I run a natural, homemade bath and body business. I will include one of the following free of charge: Unrefined African Shea Butter, Massage Oil, Sugar Scrub or Coffee Scrub in the scent of mom's choosing.

Labor Support:

  • I will meet you at your preferred meeting place at the onset of labor or when you feel you need me.
  • I will stay with you from the time we meet while you are in active labor until roughly 1-2 hours after the birth or sooner if you desire
  • Soothing touch to ease tension
  • I will bring two bottles of massage oil: one scented to your liking and one unscented
  • Assistance with explanations of medical procedures and interventions
  • Facilitating communication between Mother and Medical Staff
  • I will work as your advocate with hospital staff
  • Facilitating communication between Mother and other family members or birthing observers
  • Assisting partner in taking an active roll with labor support
  • Assist you with working through any fears or anxiety that may arise during labor
  • Aromatherapy (if desired)
  • Take Photos (if desired)
  • Help avoid unnecessary interventions
  • Help initiate breastfeeding
  • Assistance with keeping mother clean and dry while laboring
  • Assistance with traveling to and from bathroom etc.
  • Assistance with using birthing ball
  • Advice on position changes to help ease labor pain and rotate baby if necessary
  • Hip squeeze & cool or warm compresses to help with back pain
  • Assist with breathing techniques and focusing techniques
  • Explain the changes your body is going through and how it is helping you to meet your baby
  • I will assist you in staying calm and relaxed
  • I will assist in keeping your partner calm and relaxed
  • I will offer you calm guidance and constant reassurance
  • I will work to help you empower yourself to give into this process, trust your body and know that your body and your baby are doing exactly what they should be doing

Postpartum Followup

Most new moms have worries and concerns that can easily be calmed simply by speaking with someone that understands what it's like to have your very own newborn. As such my postpartum package is as follows:

  • For the first week after the baby is born you have 24 hour phone support
  • I am willing to meet with you as early as three days after your birth
  • I will do a follow up approximately 2 weeks postpartum (I will gladly work around your schedule)
  • We'll review your birth story
  • We will review any concerns, worries or needs you may have
  • We will review your routine and sleep schedule as well as your baby's
  • I offer minor assistance with breastfeeding issues but I can also make referrals for more complex issues
  • I will offer referrals if needed