Research shows that women working with doulas have fewer medical interventions and caesareans, shorter labors, and higher satisfaction with their birth experiences. Doulas provide both physical and emotional support, resources, and continuity of care that medical staff may not be able to due to shift changes, scheduling, etc.

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No, doulas work in conjunction with birth partners. I can make suggestions for ways for partners to support the person giving birth as well as coping methods for everyone involved. Witnessing and supporting labor and birth can be intense so I offer support to the birth partner by remaining present while they get a bite to eat, take a nap, etc. The steady presence of a third-party can feel nurturing and supportive to both the person giving birth and birth partners.

The sooner the better. For birth doula support it is best to begin working with me as soon as possible at no extra cost. The earlier we begin to work together & establish our relationship, the more extensive support I can provide through greater understanding of your intentions and your support needs.

Prenatal sessions are personalized to your unique needs &/or desires. I am here to support you in the ways that you want on your unique birth journey.

Let’s get to know each other over a cup of herbal tea. From there, prep could include :

supplemental childbirth information, birth preference planning, postpartum planning, a space to share feelings open & honestly, a space to be witnessed & honored, a Birth Tiger Safari, labyrinth birth art, journaling, overview of comfort measures &/or ways for partner/s to help, an herbal foot bath/massage, practice coping exercises with ice, sound, other logistical prep, etc.