Birth Doula Services
you deserve to feel at peace, confident, and supported on your parenthood journey.
your birth desires should be heard with compassion and your birth team should respect your wishes without judgment.
when you hire us, you’re not just hiring a doula. You’re hiring dedicated support that is by your side every step of the way and well-versed in all things pregnancy, labor, birth, and baby.
Ultimate Birth Experience - $1997
An excellent choice if you are a first-time parent hoping to get everything you want and need for pregnancy, birth, and postpartum in one package.
Private, in-person childbirth education class
Up to four in-depth birth preparation sessions, including sessions to discuss:
Labor/birth options
Birth planning
Comfort measure techniques
Final birth preparation
Tailor-made birth plan
24 hour on-call services by our team, immediately available upon hiring
Continuous labor and birth support
Immediate postpartum and breastfeeding support
Belly Binding
Placenta Encapsulation and Tincture
At least two postpartum follow-up visits
Unlimited phone/email/text support from hiring through four weeks postpartum
Deluxe Birth Experience - $1497
An ideal package if this is your first or second birth experience and desire physical, emotional, and educational support during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
Up to four extensive birth preparation sessions, including sessions to discuss:
Labor/birth options
Birth basics
Comfort measure techniques
Final birth preparation
Personalized birth plan
24 hour on-call services by our team, immediately available upon hiring
Continuous in-person labor and birth support
Immediate postpartum and breastfeeding support
At least one postpartum follow-up visit
Unlimited phone/email/text support from hiring through two weeks postpartum
Complete Birth Experience - $997
A great option if you’ve previously had positive birthing experiences and feel mentally and physically prepared for your labor and birth. This package offers the option of either birth only or virtual support.
Birth Only Support
Birth planning session with customized birth plan
24 hour on-call services by our team
Continuous in-person labor and birth support
Immediate postpartum and breastfeeding support
or
Virtual Support
Three virtual sessions, including a birth planning session
24 hour on-call services, beginning at 36 weeks gestation
Continuous virtual labor and birth support
Virtual postpartum support up to two weeks after delivery
Now offering interest-free financing!
Please note that birth experiences can be customized and à la carte options are also available.
We also offer hypnobirthing birth support. Hypnobirthing support is only for those who are currently attending or have attended a hypnosis childbirth education class and are planning to user hypnosis for childbirth. If interested, please inquire for further details.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Birth Doulas
What are the benefits of a birth doula?
Birth doulas are statistically proven to improve outcomes:
31% decrease in the use of Pitocin
28% decrease in the risk of C-section
12% increase in the likelihood of a spontaneous vaginal birth
9% decrease in the use of any medications for pain relief
14% decrease in the risk of newborns being admitted to a special care nursery
34% decrease in the risk of being dissatisfied with the birth experience
*Read more Evidence For Doulas here.
When is the best time to hire a BIRTH doula?
It is never too early to hire a doula, so it is best to start the interview process as early as possible. The ideal time to hire one is 5-6 months before your estimated due date, but it is never too late in your pregnancy to consider hiring a doula. Most doulas book early and quickly; repeat birthing families often book their doula on the day their pregnancy is confirmed.
what services are provided before the baby is born?
Plenty can done prior to childbirth, including: pregnancy and childbirth education, addressing questions and concerns, labor and birth options, birth plan guidance, baby registry assistance, high-risk pregnancy information, creating your birth environment, induction options, cesarean section planning, nursery staging and more.
If I am under midwifery care, do I still need a birth doula?
Whether your decision is to be under the care of a midwife, obstetrician, or general practitioner a plan to give birth in a hospital setting, a birth center, or at your home, a doula is an important member of your birth team. A birth doula offers continuous support regardless of your chosen environment, healthcare provider, or birth desires.
Can I benefit from a birth doula if I am considering a pain medication?
Yes. A doula is beneficial assisting with any and all births, including a medicated birth. Some expectant parents prefer no pain medications, others want to begin with no medications and reserve the right to change that decision, while others choose a planned medicated birth. A doula offers information on all procedures, including pain medications, potential side effects, and interventions. Your doula will discuss options with you and your partner, and facilitate a dialogue between you, your partner, and hospital staff. The choice to use pain medication or not is completely up to you.
If I have a C-section, could I still get support from a birth doula?
Yes. Even in a surgical setting, a doula is there to explain what is happening, guide you though the procedure, and even create personalized birth plan. Your doula will also there during recovery to help with the first breastfeeding and bonding. There’s a possibility that your doula may accompany you into the operating room, unless it is an extreme emergency requiring general anesthesia.
How does a birth doula interact with my partner and family during birth?
Partners and doulas make an awesome team. The role of the partner is elevated when a doula is involved. Studies show that partners most commonly report a higher satisfaction in birth when a doula is present. Your partner and family bring a loving, emotional connection and an intimate knowledge, while your doula provides knowledge, resources, and physical support. Everyone together creates a team, your team.
How can I ensure the birth doula I hire will be available the day I go into labor?
Most doulas limit the number of clients taken each month, in order to at your side during labor. In an emergency, a back-up doula will support you in the same professional and caring manner.
Why should I take childbirth education and other preparation if I plan to hire a birth doula?
The most satisfying birth experiences happen when you, your partner, and your family are physically, emotionally and mindfully prepared for your pregnancy, labor, and postpartum period.
Will my health insurance pay for or reimburse birth doula services?
Doula services are usually not covered by insurance. However, some insurance companies will reimburse for doula services as ‘out of network’ care services. Additionally, FSA or HSA may reimburse for doula services.