Birth Doula Services
I offer a free 1 hour consultation. If we choose to work together, my services include:
My birth Doula fee is $700.00. I accept $350.00 as a retainer fee. The balance is due by the birth. I prefer to
have a check at the last prenatal visit that I will hold until the birth. This eliminates having to think about
payment at the birth.
Other services for added fees:
Childbirth Education Classes (private or group)
Additional prenatal and/or postpartum visits
Breastfeeding support
Accompaniment to midwife/doctor's visits
Postpartum Doula Services
Postpartum care may include help with one or two tasks or many. This is a list of some of the things in the
scope of a my postpartum Doula services. I will tailor my services to suit the individual needs of your family. I
provide 24 hour a day telephone support with all Postpartum Doula contracts A Postpartum Doula is especially
helpful when mom is recovering from a cesarean delivery.
Household Support:
Limitations - A Postpartum Doula Does Not:
Postpartum Fees:
Fees depend on location of family and length of time a postpartum doula is needed. Below is a general fee
schedule and may change based on the details of each individual situation.
$20 - $25 per hour.
Minimum of 3 hours and maximum of 6 hours each day
Weekly rates also available. Please call to discuss details.
I offer a free 1 hour consultation. If we choose to work together, my services include:
- 2 prenatal visits that normally last 1 1/2 - 2 hours each.
- I will tour the labor and delivery department of the hospital where you will be giving birth, if I haven’t
worked there before. - I will help you write down your birth preferences and I will provide resources and education to assist in
making decisions on what you prefer. - I will stay in contact by phone and as you due date approaches, on a weekly basis. I will be available for
you to call me with questions or concerns before the birth - 9 AM to 9PM for non-emergency questions
and anytime for urgent matters. After your birth I will take calls 24 hours a day for the first week to
address any immediate concerns. - I will be with you, supporting you throughout your labor and birth, starting from when you feel that I am
needed until 1 to 2 hours postpartum. - I will help to ease labor through non-pharmacological measures, such as massage, pain-relieving body
positioning, and mental and physical relaxation and coping/concentration techniques. - After the birth I will help you breast feed your new baby for the first time (if needed) and answer any
questions. - 1postpartum visit at the hospital or in your home within a few days after the birth to review your birth,
answer questions and provide breastfeeding support. I will give you copies of all documents and notes
I took during the birth. We will discuss your newborn and newborn care and I will answer any questions
you may have.
My birth Doula fee is $700.00. I accept $350.00 as a retainer fee. The balance is due by the birth. I prefer to
have a check at the last prenatal visit that I will hold until the birth. This eliminates having to think about
payment at the birth.
Other services for added fees:
Childbirth Education Classes (private or group)
Additional prenatal and/or postpartum visits
Breastfeeding support
Accompaniment to midwife/doctor's visits
Postpartum Doula Services
Postpartum care may include help with one or two tasks or many. This is a list of some of the things in the
scope of a my postpartum Doula services. I will tailor my services to suit the individual needs of your family. I
provide 24 hour a day telephone support with all Postpartum Doula contracts A Postpartum Doula is especially
helpful when mom is recovering from a cesarean delivery.
- Help mom care for her postpartum body
- Massage mom's shoulders or feet
- Talk over the birth experience and listen to the birth story
- Help and assist with breast or bottle feeding
- Help with caring for the new baby and/or siblings
- Validate the normal adjustment process
- Support mom through emotional vulnerability
- Support dad through transition to new role
- Help siblings adjust to the presence of the baby
- Demonstrate infant care techniques and supply information on newborn care recommendations
- Support parents individual nurturing styles
Household Support:
- Light housekeeping
- Baby's laundry
- Grocery shopping
- Meal preparation
- Run errands
Limitations - A Postpartum Doula Does Not:
- Diagnose medical conditions for the mother or the baby, but will refer you to a healthcare provider.
- Take over the care of the baby, but assists you in learning to care for your baby's needs
- Do heavy cleaning such as mopping or cleaning tubs.
- Advance money for purchases, but asks you to provide cash for groceries, errands, etc.
Postpartum Fees:
Fees depend on location of family and length of time a postpartum doula is needed. Below is a general fee
schedule and may change based on the details of each individual situation.
$20 - $25 per hour.
Minimum of 3 hours and maximum of 6 hours each day
Weekly rates also available. Please call to discuss details.
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