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What kind of support does a doula provide?

  • Discuss your preferences and expectations of childbirth. A doula will consider where you’d like to give birth, the delivery method you’d prefer, your feelings about pain medication, etc. They will support your needs and wishes.
  • Prepare you mentally and emotionally for childbirth. A birth doula can help you understand what to expect during labor and teach you strategies to make the experience more comfortable (ex. breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques).
  • Provide physical support during labor. Birth doulas help with posture and movement, coach you through relaxation and breathing exercises to manage pain, ensure you’re drinking plenty of water, etc.
  • Provide emotional support during labor. Doulas coach and encourage you during labor. They also provide a calming influence for you and your partner.
  • Advocate for your birthing preferences. A birth doula communicates your needs and preferences to your healthcare team, freeing you from these concerns.

A birth doula assists a birthing person and their family before and during childbirth. They provide non-medical emotional and physical support during pregnancy and the birthing process. Doulas work with the rest of the birthing team and are there to assist the birthing person and support their helpers or partners but not to replace them.

Whenever and however you give birth, your experience will impact your emotions, your mind, your body, and your spirit for the rest of your life.

Ina May Gaskin

birth

Packages

Virtual Support Package

$1200

  • Prenatal support over the phone or zoom – 2-3 sessions
  • Phone support throughout pregnancy for any and all questions and concerns
  • On-call for virtual support 2 weeks prior to the due date
  • Continuous virtual support throughout labor, birth, and 1 hour postpartum
  • Postpartum check in 1-2 weeks after delivery over the phone or zoom

Full Support Package

$2500

  • Prenatal support – 1-2 visits in your home to discuss the birth plan
  • Phone support throughout pregnancy for any and all questions and concerns
  • On-call two weeks prior to the due date
  • Continuous support throughout labor, birth, and 1 hour postpartum
  • Assist partner and family members as needed
  • Assist with initial breastfeeding
  • Postpartum check in 1-2 weeks after delivery (virtual or in-home)

Serving San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties, Tracy, Manteca, Stockton, Modesto, Ripon, Escalon, Oakdale, and anywhere in between