| As a Doula I work very hard to establish an open, easy line of communication with the clients I am serving. We discuss what you know about the birthing experience, what your ideal birth would include and how I can help you work towards achieving your goals. As a Doula, I focus on preventative care, such as ways to avoid situations in labour that may result in a longer labour or interventions. I am a firm believer that if pros and cons of interventions and medications are discussed before labour begins that each client will be better able to make informed decisions at the appropriate time. During labour I encourage the use of varrious positions to not only increase moms comfort but also to sometimes help baby obtain a more adventageous position for that stage of labour. Some positions are to encourage the decent, rotation or delivery of the baby and as your doula I will suggest positions as I think they may be appropriate. Just as many other doulas I to believe in the power of a positive attmosphere, physical and mental relaxation and the benefits of natural ways to attempt to avoid difficult labours. Includes 2 home visits when we will meet to discuss any concerns you may have surrounding your pregnancy and upcomming labour and birth 24 hour phone support from the time I am retained for my services Direction and suggestions on developing your birth request plan Advice and assistance on preparations for labour both physically and mentally prenatal education for an additional fee As your doula I will provide early labour support at your home, hospital or other location once you feel you need additional support. Continuous support for the duration of your labour assisting you with different positions for your physical comfort and progress,positive encouragement and affirmations, and use of a variety of techniques to help you remain calm, comfortable and focused. I will remain with you 1 to 2 hours after delivery to help with initial breastfeeding. 1 home visit within the first few weeks after having your baby ongoing 24 hour phone support assistance with breastfeeding and other early postpartum adjustments. Questions to ask a doula Back to "Your Doula's" Home All about Birth Plans |
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| Labour Doula Services |
| Pregnancy Support |
| Labour Support |
| Postpartum Support up to 6 weeks after birth |