Doula Services
Birth Doula includes the following:
$1125 includes:
2-3 prenatal visits
Continuous support during labour and birth (up to two hours after birth)
1 postnatal visit
Initial Consultation: This is an informal meeting to determine whether my services would be a good fit. I always leave a copy of my contract with you to go over at a later time.
First visit (1hr): Contract signing and deposit. We will discuss your birth preferences, this is something we can work on together. Information and resources are given.
Second visit(1.5hr) : Go over formal birth plan. Learn and practice comfort measures that will be used during your birth. If time allows creating a postpartum/newborn care plan.
Birth: Once labour has started, you can contact me to join you when you feel you need support. I will remain with you up to two hours after your baby is born. I can assist with breastfeeding and answer any questions in those first hours.
Postnatal visit (1.5hr): This visit happens within the first two weeks after your baby is born, ideally within the first few days. In this visit we can discuss your birth experience, newborn care, finding extra resources you may need, and plan postpartum hours if you are continuing with postpartum services.
Postpartum Services:
$30 an hour within Durham region and $35 an hour outside of the Durham region
Overnights are available from 10pm till 6am
Initial Consultation: This is an informal meeting to determine whether my services would be a good fit. I always leave a copy of my contract with you to go over at a later time.
First visit (Before baby is born): Contract signing and deposit. Tour of your home, and any special instructions that I would need to know (how to use certain appliances, etc.), Assistance in setting up your home and making a postpartum plan.
Further visits: Postpartum visits can include assisting with newborn care, light house cleaning, meal preparation, assisting with newborn so that you can have time with other children, breastfeeding support, etc.
GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE AVAILABLE